Hairdresser Collection (#13)

The Barber (woodcut) (b / w photo)
XIR137037 The Barber (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Amman, Jost (1539-91); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; Swiss, out of copyright

The Lady at the Dressing Table (ink and wash)
XYC111994 The Lady at the Dressing Table (ink and wash) by Beardsley, Aubrey (1872-98); 19.7x16.5 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Fund, USA; English, out of copyright

Marriage a la Mode: IV, The Toilette, c. 1743 (oil on canvas)
XOS1109253 Marriage a la Mode: IV, The Toilette, c.1743 (oil on canvas) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); 70.5x90.8 cm; National Gallery, London, UK; English, out of copyright

CHINA: TRADESMEN, 1870s. Chinese tradesmen conducting their business on the street, 1870s

CHINA: HAIRDRESSER, 1859. A Chinese hairdresser. Wood engraving, English, 1859

JAPAN: TALE OF GENJI. A court lady looks at pictures; one maid reads while the other dresses her ladies hair in a scene from the Tale of Genji. Scroll drawing, Japanese, 12th century

FIGARO / BARBER OF SEVILLE. The singer Zuchelli as Figaro in The Barber of Seville
FIGARO/BARBER OF SEVILLE. The singer Zuchelli as Figaro in " The Barber of Seville" : watercolor by Alfred E. Chalon (1781-1860)

MARQUIS de LAFAYETTE (1757-1834). French soldier and statesman. Lafayette (standing in carriage) removes his hat upon recognizing the widow of Robert Morris while being cheered by the crowds in

CHINA: BARBER, c1900. A street barber in China, c1900

BARBER SHOP CARTOON. Cartoon from an American magazine

LANG: NURSERY RHYME BOOK. Barber, barber, shave a pig. Pen-and-ink drawing by L. Leslie Brooke from the first edition, 1898, of Andrew Langs Book of Nursery Rhymes

FEMALE BARBER-SHOP, 1895. A Chicago phase of the development of the New Woman
FEMALE BARBER-SHOP, 1895. A Chicago phase of the development of the " New Woman." Illustration by Henry Reuterdahl, 1895

American Barbershop, C1900

BARBER SHOP, 19th CENTURY. A sporty barbershop on a rainy day. American newspaper illustration, late 19th century

BARBERs CHAIR, 1902. Sears, Roebuck and Companys top-of-the-line barber chair

IVORY SOAP AD, 1887. American advertisement, 1887

Hair Ornaments
1895: Elaborate ornaments made from human hair on show at Mr Clarksons salon. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Antique illustration of toilette

A dangerous Barber with a flippant attitude having won a bet
The Dangers of Betting " Yes Sir; they re very strict ere, Sir. Why, if we scratches a customer we re fined threepence, and if we cuts one we re fined sixpence

Market Reports Illustrated - Hares - Moderate Supply
Market Reports Illustrated - " Hares - Only a very moderate supply!" A barber ponders the task ahead (get it?) as he is faced with an elderly gentleman who happen to be rather follicularly

Princess Marinas hairdresser to help prepare royal bride for her wedding. M Gaude of Paris. November 1934

New creations for hairdressing fair. Many striking new coiffures and the latest in beauty culture apparatus will be on view at the Hair and Beauty Fair taking place at Olympia, London next week

RSR 2 / 6th Battalion, Street scenes - Barber, Chamba 1918
Royal Sussex Regiment Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: RSR Uncat Acc 3284 Vol 2 2/6th Batt/227 1918. October Photograph. On same card as 226

Le petit maitre pertant pour la promenade, Caricature of hairdressing of so-called Macaroni
Great Britain, 18th century. Caricature of hairdressing of the so-called " Macaroni" (Nows your a compleat macaroni. Le petit maitre pertant pour la promenade)

Roman civilization, relief portraying lady having her hair styled, from Neumagen-Dhron, Germany
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Relief portraying a lady having her hair styled. From Neumagen-Dhron. Germany

France, Paris, Wigmaker 18th century, Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs (Library)

A surgeon removing an arrow from a wounded soldier. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdoffs Feldtbuch der
BATTLEFIELD SURGEON, 1540. A surgeon removing an arrow from a wounded soldier. Woodcut from an edition of Hans von Gersdoffs Feldtbuch der Wundartzney (Guide to Surgery), Strassburg, Germany, 1540

A barber-surgeon with a customer in his shop, where, in addition to cutting hair, he pulls teeth
BARBER-SURGEON, 1568. A barber-surgeon with a customer in his shop, where, in addition to cutting hair, he pulls teeth, provides salves for wounds and broken bones

Hairdressing saloon in New York City. Engraving, 1882
NEW YORK: BARBERSHOP, 1882. Hairdressing saloon in New York City. Engraving, 1882

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In the bustling city of Djibouti, a man meticulously prepares his hair for his wedding day, seeking the expertise of a skilled hairdresser. With each stroke and twist, he envisions himself as the epitome of elegance and style when he walks down the aisle. Across the vast lands of Sekondi in Gold Coast, Africa, a talented hairdresser delicately dresses Fante Lady's hair. The intricate braids and vibrant beads reflect her rich cultural heritage, enhancing her natural beauty with every touch. As one enters Charles of the Ritz beauty salon in England's iconic Ritz Tower Hotel they can greeted by an aura of sophistication and luxury. The air is filled with anticipation as clients eagerly await their transformations under the skillful hands of renowned stylists. In picturesque Cumbria's Keswick town stands a traditional barbershop adorned with its timeless symbol - a spinning barber pole. Passersby can't help but be drawn to this nostalgic establishment where old-world charm meets modern grooming techniques. Transporting us back to 1904 London, we find ourselves at Paddington Station's Hairdressing Salon. Amidst steam engines and bustling commuters, men seek respite from their busy lives as expert barbers pamper them with precision cuts and dapper styles. Jalan Kesawan in Medan, Sumatra takes us on an exotic journey through Indonesia where vibrant colors blend harmoniously with traditional hairstyles crafted by local artisans. Here lies a testament to how hairstyling transcends borders and connects cultures. Vidal Sassoon revolutionized hairstyling worldwide with his innovative techniques that embraced individuality and self-expression. His legacy continues to inspire countless aspiring hairdressers who strive to push boundaries within their craft. Immersed in nostalgia, we step into an American barber shop from 1920; its red-striped pole beckoning gentlemen seeking camaraderie amidst lively conversations about sports or politics while receiving a classic shave or trim.