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Hairdresser Collection (#7)

In the bustling city of Djibouti, a man meticulously prepares his hair for his wedding day, seeking the expertise of a skilled hairdresser

Background imageHairdresser Collection: The hairdresser - lithography, deb. 19th century

The hairdresser - lithography, deb. 19th century
LSE4108144 The hairdresser - lithography, deb. 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hairdresser - lithography, deb)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: A barber barber barber in full work, a bench and cylindrical wooden box with compartments

A barber barber barber in full work, a bench and cylindrical wooden box with compartments
LSE4330383 A barber barber barber in full work, a bench and cylindrical wooden box with compartments and a bowl make up his travelling equipment

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Young girls of Grand-Bassam (Grand Bassam) (former capital of the Ivory Coast)

Young girls of Grand-Bassam (Grand Bassam) (former capital of the Ivory Coast)
LSE4329573 Young girls of Grand-Bassam (Grand Bassam) (former capital of the Ivory Coast), styling herself, engraving after Emile Bayards drawing

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Man portrait. Painting by Giovanni Bellini dit il Giambellino (1430-1516), 15th century

Man portrait. Painting by Giovanni Bellini dit il Giambellino (1430-1516), 15th century
JLJ4687633 Man portrait. Painting by Giovanni Bellini dit il Giambellino (1430-1516), 15th century. Oil on wood 0, 32 x 0, 25m

Background imageHairdresser Collection: The ribbons dealer A young woman wearing a hair at home talks to the merchant carrying a

The ribbons dealer A young woman wearing a hair at home talks to the merchant carrying a
JLJ4644455 The ribbons dealer A young woman wearing a hair at home talks to the merchant carrying a fashionable fly on her face

Background imageHairdresser Collection: The hairstyle at the scale, caricature of the 18th century (engraving)

The hairstyle at the scale, caricature of the 18th century (engraving)
JLJ4638393 The hairstyle at the scale, caricature of the 18th century (engraving) by Anonymous; Private Collection; Photo ePhoto Josse; out of copyright

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Louis XV fashion: view of the interior of a wig hairdresser. Engraving around 1755

Louis XV fashion: view of the interior of a wig hairdresser. Engraving around 1755
JLJ4676496 Louis XV fashion: view of the interior of a wig hairdresser. Engraving around 1755. Private collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis XV fashion)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: A popular everyday style, permanent waving, Gallia process (colour photo)

A popular everyday style, permanent waving, Gallia process (colour photo)
3641853 A popular everyday style, permanent waving, Gallia process (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A popular everyday style, permanent waving)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: An Icall Plastic Dressing (colour photo)

An Icall Plastic Dressing (colour photo)
3641845 An Icall Plastic Dressing (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Icall Plastic Dressing)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Tommy Green (engraving)

Tommy Green (engraving)
2786800 Tommy Green (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tommy Green. Illustration for Chatterbox (1880). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn

Background imageHairdresser Collection: A dog grooming room has been opened in central London (colour litho)

A dog grooming room has been opened in central London (colour litho)
2777777 A dog grooming room has been opened in central London (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A dog grooming room has been opened in central London)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: The Old George Inn, Snow Hill, London, in 1854 (w / c on paper)

The Old George Inn, Snow Hill, London, in 1854 (w / c on paper)
607648 The Old George Inn, Snow Hill, London, in 1854 (w/c on paper) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old George Inn, Snow Hill, London, in 1854)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Demonstration of Hairstyling by the German Association of Hairdressers at the Berlin

Demonstration of Hairstyling by the German Association of Hairdressers at the Berlin
695073 Demonstration of Hairstyling by the German Association of Hairdressers at the Berlin Concert House, 1887 (litho) by Geissler, Wilhelm (1848-1928) (after); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Street Groups, Kiu-Kiang, c. 1867-72 (b / w photo)

Street Groups, Kiu-Kiang, c. 1867-72 (b / w photo)
473737 Street Groups, Kiu-Kiang, c.1867-72 (b/w photo) by Thomson, John (1837-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: Kiu-Kiang, now transliterated as Jiujang)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Manchu Ladies, c. 1867-72 (b / w photo)

Manchu Ladies, c. 1867-72 (b / w photo)
473719 Manchu Ladies, c.1867-72 (b/w photo) by Thomson, John (1837-1921); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Manchu lady having her hair prepared in the elaborate)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Ridiculous Taste or the Ladies Absurdity, pub. by A. Darly, London, 1771 (litho)

Ridiculous Taste or the Ladies Absurdity, pub. by A. Darly, London, 1771 (litho)
STC112103 Ridiculous Taste or the Ladies Absurdity, pub. by A. Darly, London, 1771 (litho) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Barstows barbershop on Wellington Street, Leeds, 1939 (b / w photo)

Barstows barbershop on Wellington Street, Leeds, 1939 (b / w photo)
LLS218023 Barstows barbershop on Wellington Street, Leeds, 1939 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Leeds Library and Information Service, Leeds

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Coiffure au Globe, c. 1780 (colour engraving)

Coiffure au Globe, c. 1780 (colour engraving)
CHT221556 Coiffure au Globe, c.1780 (colour engraving) by Chapuy (1759-1840); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: The Toilette, illustration from La Vie Parisienne, c. 1890 (colour litho)

The Toilette, illustration from La Vie Parisienne, c. 1890 (colour litho)
CHT221623 The Toilette, illustration from La Vie Parisienne, c.1890 (colour litho) by Leloir, Maurice (1853-1940); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Candide, Satirique en N & B, 1931_5_7: Humor, Colonial exhibition

Candide, Satirique en N & B, 1931_5_7: Humor, Colonial exhibition
ICA4941284 Candide, Satirique en N & B, 1931_5_7: Humor, Colonial exhibition, Camouflage - Lion/Tiger, Mosquito, Zebre Illustration by Abel Faivre (1867-1945) by Faivre

Background imageHairdresser Collection: A Turkish barber, drawing by Antonin Proust, to illustrate the story of his stay in

A Turkish barber, drawing by Antonin Proust, to illustrate the story of his stay in
LSE4325098 A Turkish barber, drawing by Antonin Proust, to illustrate the story of his stay in Istamboul in 1862. Engraving in " Le tour du monde", edited by Edouard Charton, 1863

Background imageHairdresser Collection: The session of the hairdresser at home - drawing, 1891 (Journal the Figaro on the floor)

The session of the hairdresser at home - drawing, 1891 (Journal the Figaro on the floor)
LSE4082701 The session of the hairdresser at home - drawing, 1891 (Journal the Figaro on the floor) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Hairdressing session: learning how to suffer to be beautiful - in '

Hairdressing session: learning how to suffer to be beautiful - in "
LSE4080412 Hairdressing session: learning how to suffer to be beautiful - in " Le Bon Genre", deb. 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Background imageHairdresser Collection: A courtesan gets her hair done by a maid. Engraving by Giacomo Franco (1550-1620

A courtesan gets her hair done by a maid. Engraving by Giacomo Franco (1550-1620
GIA4794067 A courtesan gets her hair done by a maid. Engraving by Giacomo Franco (1550-1620) from " Venice, uses and customs", circa 1597

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Small metier of the city of Naples: a walking barber and chatting in the street

Small metier of the city of Naples: a walking barber and chatting in the street
GIA4789903 Small metier of the city of Naples: a walking barber and chatting in the street. Lithograph of G. Dura, 19th century by Dura

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Illustration of Ricardo Flores (1878-1918) in Le Rire, 05 / 10 / 12 - Chez le coiffeur

Illustration of Ricardo Flores (1878-1918) in Le Rire, 05 / 10 / 12 - Chez le coiffeur
ICA4865272 Illustration of Ricardo Flores (1878-1918) in Le Rire, 05/10/12 - Chez le coiffeur - Paris, Metiers, Architecture Urbanisme, Pont, Riviere Fleuve - Dog, Hairdresser by Flores

Background imageHairdresser Collection: The Toilet after Aubrey Beardsley. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter

The Toilet after Aubrey Beardsley. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter
1000885 The Toilet after Aubrey Beardsley. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Leaving off Powder, or a Frugal Family saving the Guinea, pub

Leaving off Powder, or a Frugal Family saving the Guinea, pub
3025383 Leaving off Powder, or a Frugal Family saving the Guinea, pub.1795 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageHairdresser Collection: La Coiffure, 1924 (oil and black ink on canvas)

La Coiffure, 1924 (oil and black ink on canvas)
826538 La Coiffure, 1924 (oil and black ink on canvas) by Pascin, Jules (1885-1930); 80.6x64.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: La Coiffure. Jules Pascin (1885-1930). Oil and black ink on canvas

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Getting ready for the ball tonight

Getting ready for the ball tonight
Svetlana Bekyarova

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Interior of a Military Chamber. Creator: Louis Albert Guislain Baclere d Albe

Interior of a Military Chamber. Creator: Louis Albert Guislain Baclere d Albe
Interior of a Military Chamber

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Still on time to run away

Still on time to run away
Nicolas Marino

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Glamour is hard work

Glamour is hard work
Carine Belzon

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Puppetbarber-Harry

Puppetbarber-Harry
Fabi Art

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Manhattan Street Cut

Manhattan Street Cut
Hans ML Spiegel

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Coiffeur Pro

Coiffeur Pro
John Rickwood

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Newcastle United player Glenn Roeder pictured receiving a hair cut from team mate Paul

Newcastle United player Glenn Roeder pictured receiving a hair cut from team mate Paul Gascoigne in 1986 with help from hairdresser Helen Coyle

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Middlesbrough hairdresser judges Miss Gibraltar. Circa 1971

Middlesbrough hairdresser judges Miss Gibraltar. Circa 1971

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Hairstylist Vidal Sassoon and his wife Beverly, pictured in their flat

Hairstylist Vidal Sassoon and his wife Beverly, pictured in their flat. They are wearing a divided shield of David necklace decoration which when the two halves are put together

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Liverpool footballer Kevin Keegan visits top London hairdresser Michael John for a new

Liverpool footballer Kevin Keegan visits top London hairdresser Michael John for a new pop hairstyle. Keegan has just cut his first record

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Slade in West Bromwich, with a copy of their new album '

Slade in West Bromwich, with a copy of their new album " Whatever Happened to Slade". 25th March 1977

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Pictured, left to right, Nicky Clarke, Catherine Bailey

Pictured, left to right, Nicky Clarke, Catherine Bailey and David Bailey attending the Elite Model Look of the Year competition, Connaught Rooms, London. 23rd July 1997

Background imageHairdresser Collection: UB40 opening a new hairdressing salon in Birmingham. Norman Hasan pictured cutting

UB40 opening a new hairdressing salon in Birmingham. Norman Hasan pictured cutting the ribbon. 3rd July 1985

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Mary Quant (pictured) turning round to show the camera the back of her head

Mary Quant (pictured) turning round to show the camera the back of her head and her new hair style by Vidal Sassoon. Picture taken 12th November 1964

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Mary Quant at London Heathrow Airport on her way to Copenhagen

Mary Quant at London Heathrow Airport on her way to Copenhagen, wearing a dress possibly 5 inches above the knee, a style she has developed for her own popular fashion line for women

Background imageHairdresser Collection: Fashion: Hair styles by Raymond. April 1956 B475-003

Fashion: Hair styles by Raymond. April 1956 B475-003




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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.