Handprint of Franz Jaffe

Marianne Raschig was a famous palm-reader operating in Germany between the wars. She would record her subjects’ hand print in ink, and have them sign it.

She collected over 2000 hand prints during her lifetime, many belonging to famous artists, writers, actors, musicians, and scientists such as Albert Einstein, Marlene Dietrich and Louis Armstrong, as well as members of the general population, who would have their palms analysed to reveal personality traits.

This print is of the architect and art director Franz Jaffe's palm, and is signed by him. Jaffe was known for creating the Florentine architecture for the set of the 1919 horror film ‘The Plague in Florence’.

The original work is held by Drawing Matter, an organisation that explores the role of drawing in architectural thought and practice. We have collaborated with them to bring highlights from their extraordinary collection to a wider audience. Explore Drawing Matter here. 

A Giclée fine art print on Japanese Awagami Inbe Washi paper.

Our beautiful frames are handmade in Somerset, using sustainably sourced FSC timber and acid-free, conservation mount board to protect your print.

To complement this print, we have carefully selected some hand painted and waxed frame finishes for you to choose from. Alternatively, explore our complete collection of finishes here, or provide us with your own.

Delivery: 2-3 weeks