Hair Dressings Collection

Caroline Bonaparte; bust by Antonio Canova, in the National Museum of Capodimonte in Naples Naples Museum of Capodimonte Bust Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

"Second-Actors": Portrait of an actress in stage costumes
3569982 "Second-Actors": Portrait of an actress in stage costumes; (add.info.: Italy 1880-1890 Photographer: Schemboche H.); Alinari Archives, Florence

Ixavana, head of the Sakalave Tribe, with the young king Kamany, 1902 (print on double-weight paper)
3562479 Ixavana, head of the Sakalave Tribe, with the young king Kamany, 1902 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Madagascar, Tsimanandrafozana)

Female portrait, "trepidation", postcard
3568818 Female portrait, "trepidation", postcard; (add.info.: Italy 1890 ca. Photographer: Ballerini & Co.); Alinari Archives, Florence

Close up of a young woman, postcard
3560454 Close up of a young woman, postcard; (add.info.: Italy 1910-1920 Photographer: Degami); Alinari Archives, Florence

Close up of a young woman, postcard
3560451 Close up of a young woman, postcard; (add.info.: Italy 1910-1920 Photographer: Degami); Alinari Archives, Florence

Tacle (Abyssinian woman), 1894 (print on double-weight paper)
3563061 Tacle (Abyssinian woman), 1894 (print on double-weight paper); (add.info.: Eritrea 1894-1899 Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Nude portrait of a young woman seen from the rear
3560693 Nude portrait of a young woman seen from the rear. by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1920 ca. Photographer: Unidentified Author); Alinari Archives, Florence

Half-length portrait of two young women in an affectionate pose
3560680 Half-length portrait of two young women in an affectionate pose. by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Italy 1910 ca)

Portrait of the Austrian soprano Pauline Lucca Austria. Date of Photograph:1870-1875

Japanese hairstyle: woman combing a child Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Young Japanese playing cards Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Female portrait, "trepidation", postcard Italy. Date of Photograph:1890 ca

Japanese young people in traditional dress Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Japanese young people in traditional clothes in a living room Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Portrait of Rina Lucci, Queen of the Market of Florence, postcard Florence. Date of Photograph:1905

Portrait of Helen Louise of Mecklenburg-Schwerin France Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Female portrait in traditional dress from the city of Appezzell, Switzerland Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Portrait of a woman farmer in the traditional dress of the Calanca valley Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Portrait (bust) of an Austrian noblewoman Austria Vienna. Date of Photograph:1865 - 1875

Japanese couple in traditional dress Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Portrait of the Italian actress Edvige Reinach, postcard Italy. Date of Photograph:1905-1908

Female portrait: Jeanne Francoise Julie Adelaide Recamier "Juliette" France Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Portrait of a young woman from Ciociaria in traditional garments Lazio. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Close up of the Spanish soprano Maria Galvany, postcard Europe. Date of Photograph:1900-1910

Female portrait:Maria Amalia Teresa of the Two Sicilies France Engraving Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe, First and Second Millennium A.D

Portrait of a mother with two small children Austria Vienna. Date of Photograph:1865 - 1875

Portrait of two young girl in traditional clothes Lazio. Date of Photograph:1875 ca

Portrait of the French dancer Clo de Mrode (1875-1966), postcard France. Date of Photograph:1895-1905

Japanese dancers shoulders Japan. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Half-length portrait of a noblewoman with a low-cut leckline, embroidered tulle insertions and brooches. Jewels at her neck and in her hair. The face is three-quarters. Date of Photograph:1880-1890 ca

Full-length portrait of a young man in Seventeenth century costume with a plumed hat in his right hand and a sword in his left. Date of Photograph:1880 - 1900 ca

Young woman with a black lace shawl and flowers in her hair Trieste. Date of Photograph:1939

Half-length portrait of a young woman in a lace dress and with an ostrich feather boa. Date of Photograph:1890-1895 ca

Three-quarter length portrait of Cleo De Merode, a famous french dancer-actress in stage dress of a classical and oriental style. Date of Photograph:1905 ca

Genre scene: a young man is shown in a richly furnished parlor with two eccentrically dressed women. Date of Photograph:1860-1870 ca

Half-length portrait of a young lady with an impressive necklace and rich hairdo. Date of Photograph:1871-1875 ca

Close-up portrait of young woman, with a refined hairstyle held in place by a barrette Pavia. Date of Photograph:06/11/1944

Three little sisters Italy. Date of Photograph:1900

Half-length portrait of a woman wearing a rich bodice and a small medal around her neck and with a clasp in her hair. Date of Photograph:1871-1875 ca

Half-length portrait of young woman wearing hairband. Date of Photograph:1880-1890

Two young sisters posing for a photograph Italy. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Portrait of a young girl with her violin Europe. Date of Photograph:1900 ca

Full-length portrait of young ballerina in costume. She is sitting on the floor. Date of Photograph:1865 -1872

Half-length portrait of young girl Trieste. Date of Photograph:1900-1920

Portrait of a little girl, Dravidian tribe of Toda, Nilghiri Mountains, northern India India Nilghiri Mountains. Date of Photograph:1965

Portrait of little girl in costume century Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

Germana Bronzini shows a chalkboard with the words "Goodbye and Thanks" Europe. Date of Photograph:1910 ca

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"Hair Dressings: A Glimpse into the Beauty Traditions of India's Diverse Cultures" In the picturesque Nilghiri Mountains of northern India, a little girl from the Dravidian tribe of Toda proudly displays her intricate hair dressing, showcasing their rich cultural heritage. Along the serene riverbanks in Malabar, Southern India, an Indian woman gracefully adorns her hair while cradling her child, symbolizing the timeless bond between motherhood and tradition. Transporting us back to another era, a little girl dressed in a century-old costume captivates with her elaborate hair styling that reflects the elegance and sophistication of bygone times. Germana Bronzini shares heartfelt gratitude through sign language as she showcases various innovative hair dressings on a chalkboard - an artistic tribute to creativity and self-expression. With boundless imagination, a young girl joyfully doodles on a blackboard, perhaps envisioning herself experimenting with different hairstyles and embracing her own unique beauty. The rhythmic click-clack of looms fills the air as skilled women weave intricate patterns into their locks - celebrating not only their craftsmanship but also highlighting how hair can be transformed into wearable art. Masterpieces come alive within museum walls as we admire Pontormo's captivating drawing depicting two female faces adorned with exquisite hair dressings - reminding us that beauty is indeed an eternal muse for artists throughout history. Raphael's delicate strokes immortalize female heads donning ornate hairstyles in his revered drawings at Florence's Uffizi Gallery - testament to how even centuries later, these styles continue to inspire awe and admiration. Leonardo da Vinci's meticulous study captures every detail of a mesmerizing female face framed by an enchanting hairstyle; his work serves as a reminder that true artistry lies not just in paintbrushes but also in hairstyling techniques mastered over time.