Greying Collection

Aj Balfour / Roffe
ARTHUR JAMES BALFOUR 1st Earl of Balfour British politician, Conservative MP Date: 1848 - 1930

Two studies of the head of an old man, c. 1630 (oil on canvas)
487827 Two studies of the head of an old man, c.1630 (oil on canvas) by Jordaens, Jacob (1593-1678); 29.5x47.6 cm; Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; eMinneapolis Institute of Art; The Walter H

Man in studio photo, Blackpool. Date: 1910s

Self Portrait, c. 1820 (oil on canvas)
3743909 Self Portrait, c.1820 (oil on canvas) by Payne, William (1760-1830); 45.1x35.6 cm; Nottingham City Museums and Galleries (Nottingham Castle); eNottingham City Museums & Galleries; English

Portrait of a black labrador retriever on a black background
Portrait of a black labrador retriever sticking out its tongue on a black background

Advertisement for Tatcho - George R. Sims hair restorer, 189
Tatcho - George R. Sims hair restorer, as endorsed by celebrity actress Cora Urquahart Potter. Prevents hair loss and greying. Date: 1892

Aj Balfour / Renouard
ARTHUR JAMES BALFOUR 1st Earl of Balfour British politician, Conservative MP Date: 1897

Studio portrait, middle-aged woman in glasses. Date: circa 1940s

Italian hound
LA-8811 Italian hound Jean-Michel Labat contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Middle-aged man
MODEL RELEASED. Middle-aged man. He is 59 years old

Ulyssess Grant / Memoirs
ULYSSESs GRANT American Civil War General, and later President, writing his memoirs at Mount McGregor

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"Embracing the Beauty of Greying: A Journey Through Time" In a world obsessed with youth, let us take a moment to appreciate the wisdom and grace that comes with greying. Aj Balfour and Roffe's captivating studies of an old man's head from the 17th century remind us of the stories etched on every wrinkle. A black and white photograph captures a man in a studio in Blackpool, his greying hair framing his face like silver threads woven into history. The self-portrait from c. 1820 reveals an artist's introspection as he portrays himself with distinguished grey locks. Aj Balfour and Renouard present us with another intriguing portrait - this time, it is a middle-aged woman wearing glasses. Her greying hair signifies her journey through life, each strand representing experiences gained and lessons learned. Amidst these human portraits lies one of nature's loyal companions - a black Labrador Retriever against a dark background. Even our furry friends experience the beauty of aging gracefully; their fur turning grey like badges of honor earned over years spent by our side. Traveling back to 1890s advertisements, we stumble upon George R. Sims' Tatcho Hair Restorer - promising to restore youthful vigor even amidst signs hair. It reminds us that while embracing age is beautiful, there will always be those seeking ways to turn back time. Ulysses Grant immortalized by Hall stands tall as evidence that even great leaders are not immune to the passage of time; their once vibrant hair now peppered with shades of grey. An Italian hound gazes at us through its soulful eyes, its muzzle adorned with streaks matching its master's own salt-and-pepper mane – both displaying timeless elegance in their shared journey through life. Lastly, two middle-aged men stand before us – perhaps fathers or mentors who have weathered storms and emerged stronger, their greying hair a testament to the wisdom they possess.