We can also see it as part of that vast repertoire of symbolism associated with right and left, which permeates so much of our daily lives, from the political left and right wing, through dexterity and 'cack-handedness', to 'lefthanded marriages'.

But just as Ivanov regarded art as one component of a universal philosophy for transforming the world, so the artists of the avant-garde also hoped to suprematize and constructivize all aspects of reality.

Vern rubbed her hands along the motorcycles, admiring their size and power, their silver and black sleekness.

Heere, take her hand, / Proud ſcornful boy, vnworthie this good gift, / That doſt in vile miſpriſion ſhackle vp / My loue, and her deſert: […]