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Punch cartoon: Nothing Like a Mechanical Turn (for Hair-Brushing) (engraving)
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Punch cartoon: Nothing Like a Mechanical Turn (for Hair-Brushing) (engraving)
6034758 Punch cartoon: Nothing Like a Mechanical Turn (for Hair-Brushing) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon: Nothing Like a Mechanical Turn (for Hair-Brushing). Illustration for Punch, Volume 46, January - June 1864.); Look and Learn / George Collection
Media ID 22389470
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This 19th-century engraving titled "Punch cartoon: Nothing Like a Mechanical Turn (for Hair-Brushing)" takes us back to the Victorian era, where innovation and improvisation were at their peak. The satirical drawing, originally published in Punch magazine in 1864, humorously depicts a scene inside a barbershop. In this comical illustration, we see customers eagerly awaiting their turn for hair-brushing. However, instead of traditional brushes wielded by skilled hairdressers or barbers, mechanical contraptions are employed to groom the patrons' luscious locks. The machinery is reminiscent of a knife grinder's wheel but adapted for brushing purposes. The artist cleverly highlights the intersection between technology and grooming practices during that time period. This satirical commentary on the obsession with mechanization showcases how even mundane tasks like hair-brushing were not spared from innovative experimentation. The cartoon also subtly pokes fun at German culture by featuring a prominent German character amidst British surroundings. It playfully suggests that such eccentric inventions might be more commonly found in Germany than elsewhere in Europe. With its intricate details and witty undertones, this print captures both the essence of Victorian humor and the fascination with technological advancements prevalent during that era. As we gaze upon this historical artwork today, it serves as a reminder of how human ingenuity has always sought unconventional solutions to everyday problems – even when it comes to something as simple as brushing one's hair.
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