This is a tough assignment, since there are very few direct quotations that will fit your criteria. However, here are a few examples of "body parts" connotations and metaphors from Harper Lee's novel To Kill a Mockingbird.
VOICE: "Mrs. Merriweather played her voice like an organ; every word she said received its full measure." (Chapter 24)
TEETH: "Miss Maudie's gold bridgework tinkled... 'Where are your britches today?' 'Under my dress.' " (Chapter 24)
HAND: "Aunt Alexandra fitted into the world of Maycomb like a hand into a glove."
EARS: Eula May (the telephone operator) is the ears of Maycomb.
EYEBROWS: Both Atticus and his brother, Jack, have their eyebrows mentioned on more than one occasion.
ARM & MUSCLES: Tom Robinson's strength and deformed arm are both mentioned several times.
NOSE: Miss Stephanie is the nosiest woman in town.
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