Hairpiece Collection (#5)

Portrait of the Marquis Nicolas de Luker Painting by Louis Tocque (1696-1772), 1743 Sun
JLJ4576134 Portrait of the Marquis Nicolas de Luker Painting by Louis Tocque (1696-1772), 1743 Sun. 0, 82x0, 65 m Orleans, musee des beaux arts - Portrait of the Marquis Nicolas de Luker

Portrait of Jean Sebastien Bach (Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750
JLJ4606517 Portrait of Jean Sebastien Bach (Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750) Anonymous painting of the 18th century. Private collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mens costumes in 1787 - private collection
JLJ4638509 Mens costumes in 1787 - private collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: Mens costumes in 1787 - private collection); Photo ePhoto Josse; out of copyright

A bourgeois in 1780 - private collection
JLJ4638427 A bourgeois in 1780 - private collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: A bourgeois in 1780 - private collection); Photo ePhoto Josse; out of copyright

From left to right: Overturned boat hat; Thread hat in 1787 - private collection
JLJ4638528 From left to right: Overturned boat hat; Thread hat in 1787 - private collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: From left to right)

Portrait of Louis Antoine, Count of Bougainville (1729-1811)
JLJ4645466 Portrait of Louis Antoine, Count of Bougainville (1729-1811). Painting by Joseph Ducreux (1735-1802). 1793. Dim 0.91x0.72. Musee du Chateau, Versailles

Portrait of Arthur Herbert (1647-1716), Earl of Torrington
GIA4714726 Portrait of Arthur Herbert (1647-1716), Earl of Torrington, Admiral and English politician. Engraving of the 19th century

Elisabeth Philippine Marie Helene of France (1764-1794) dit Madame Elisabeth
GIA4783607 Elisabeth Philippine Marie Helene of France (1764-1794) dit Madame Elisabeth, sister of Louis XVI. engraving of 1830

Marie Therese of Savoie Carignan (1749-1792), Princess of Lamballe in a basket dress
GIA4779207 Marie Therese of Savoie Carignan (1749-1792), Princess of Lamballe in a basket dress. Engraving from 1830. by French School

Portrait of Honore Gabriel (Honore-Gabriel) Riqueti, Count of Mirabeau (1749-1791
JLJ4585280 Portrait of Honore Gabriel (Honore-Gabriel) Riqueti, Count of Mirabeau (1749-1791) in the costume of depute of the Third State in 1789

The Viscount of Lostanges: Jean-Louis de Lostanges (1752-1822), captain of infantry
JLJ4584218 The Viscount of Lostanges: Jean-Louis de Lostanges (1752-1822), captain of infantry, wearing the Cross of Saint-Louis, anonymous portrait of the Ecole francaise

Card Players Painting by Eugene Fichel (1826-1895) 1863 Sun. 0, 27x0, 22 m
JLJ4574788 Card Players Painting by Eugene Fichel (1826-1895) 1863 Sun. 0, 27x0, 22 m by Fichel, Benjamin Eugene (1826-95); Louvre, Paris

Portrait of the Marquis and Marquise of Marigny. Abel-Francois Poisson de Vandieres
JLJ4690801 Portrait of the Marquis and Marquise of Marigny. Abel-Francois Poisson de Vandieres, Marquis de Marigny, director of the kings buildings (1727-1781) and his wife Julie Filleul (1751-1822)

The skeleton of Death joins a group of suitors for fair heiress Belinda, and defeats the lawyer, doctor, parson
FLO4690368 The skeleton of Death joins a group of suitors for fair heiress Belinda, and defeats the lawyer, doctor, parson, Quaker, colonel and baronet for the prize

Soap bubbles or a portrait of J. A. Laurens. Painting by Melchior Wyrsch (1732-1798)
LRI4664521 Soap bubbles or a portrait of J. A. Laurens. Painting by Melchior Wyrsch (1732-1798). 1784. Museum of Fine Arts in Besancon by Wyrsch or Wursch

Portrait of Nicolas Rene Berryer (1703-1762) police lieutenant Painting by Jacques
JLJ4643773 Portrait of Nicolas Rene Berryer (1703-1762) police lieutenant Painting by Jacques Francois (Jacques-FranAzois) Delyen (1684-1761) 18th century Sun

Portrait of Philip V the Brave, King of Spain (oil on canvas, circa 1700)
LRI4610885 Portrait of Philip V the Brave, King of Spain (oil on canvas, circa 1700) by Rigaud, Hyacinthe Francois (1659-1743); Prado, Madrid

French Revolution: "Costumes d avant la Revolution"
JLJ4564182 French Revolution: " Costumes d avant la Revolution" Representation of the costumes of an abbe with a small dog and two nobles

Portrait of Louis XVI (1754-1793), King of France. Painting from the workshop of Antoine
LSE4335123 Portrait of Louis XVI (1754-1793), King of France. Painting from the workshop of Antoine Francois (Antoine-Francois) Callet (1741-1823). 1786. Dim. 0.915 x 0.730 m

Portrait of Nicolas Boileau, also known as Boileau Despreaux (Boileau-Despreaux
LSE4334166 Portrait of Nicolas Boileau, also known as Boileau Despreaux (Boileau-Despreaux) (1636-1711) poet, writer. Engraving to illustrate the Works of M

Quality woman in undressed, out of bed. Represebtation by Arnoult, 1689
LSE4112529 Quality woman in undressed, out of bed. Represebtation by Arnoult, 1689, on the costumes and occupations of quality characters of the 17th century

Costumes and hairstyles of the French nobility in the 18th century
LSE4086507 Costumes and hairstyles of the French nobility in the 18th century. Illustration in " Le costume historique" by Racinet, 1876

Bertrand Francois Mahe de La Bourdonnais (1699-1753), French admiral
XEE4157179 Bertrand Francois Mahe de La Bourdonnais (1699-1753), French admiral, administrator in the service of Compagnie francaise des Indes Orientales

Portrait of Claude Perrault (1613-1688), French architect, physician and anatomist
XEE4156343 Portrait of Claude Perrault (1613-1688), French architect, physician and anatomist by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Le Centenaire de La Perouse (Jean Francois de Galaup Laperouse
XEE4153967 Le Centenaire de La Perouse (Jean Francois de Galaup Laperouse) - Portrait commemorating his arrival at Easter Island 1786 and finding of the Astrolabe by Dumont d Urville 1828

Michel-Jean Sedaine (1719-1797) French dramatist and librettist - engraving - Jean Michel
XEE4152025 Michel-Jean Sedaine (1719-1797) French dramatist and librettist - engraving - Jean Michel Sedaine dramatic author English 1719-1797) by Unknown Artist

The toilet, man dressing with the help of a black servant, deb. 19th century
LSE4076441 The toilet, man dressing with the help of a black servant, deb. 19th century by French School, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Harrods advert, Hairdressing, Manicure and Chiropody
Harrods Stores advert, Hairdressing, Manicure and Chiropody Departments, Brompton Road, London SW. 1897

Morning, Noon, Night, published by Thomas McLean, London (coloured etching
STC188366 Morning, Noon, Night, published by Thomas McLean, London (coloured etching) (see also 188367) by Heath, William (1795-1840); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Arabella Stewart (litho)
997127 Arabella Stewart (litho) by Gheeraerts, Marcus, the Younger (c.1561-1635) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arabella Stewart (1575-1615)

Portrait of Domenico Annibali (oil on canvas, 18th century)
LRI4608943 Portrait of Domenico Annibali (oil on canvas, 18th century) by Mengs, Anton Raphael (1728-79); Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan, Italy; (add.info.: Portrait of Domenico Annibali (1700-1779)

The Five Orders of Perriwigs, illustration from Hogarth Restored
STC451196 The Five Orders of Perriwigs, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub

Louis XIV: the great king, neglected, asticating his sun - in "
LSE4106144 Louis XIV: the great king, neglected, asticating his sun - in " Histoire de France Tintamarresque" by Touchatout, 1872 by French School

Man portrait. Painting of the French school, 18th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0. 50 x 0
JLJ4690402 Man portrait. Painting of the French school, 18th century. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0.50 x 0.40. by French School, (18th century); ChAteau de Versailles, France; (add.info.: Man portrait)

Portrait of Monsieur le dean du chapter de Saint Cloud Aquarelle by Louis Carrogis dit
JLJ4574883 Portrait of Monsieur le dean du chapter de Saint Cloud Aquarelle by Louis Carrogis dit Carmontelle (1717-1806) 18th century

Portrait of Marie Antoinette (1755 - 1793) Queen of France
JLJ4608954 Portrait of Marie Antoinette (1755 - 1793) Queen of France. Painting by Jean Baptiste Charpentier (1728-1806), 1770. Oil on canvas. Dim: 0, 64 x 0, 52m

Hairdressing - in "Le Bon Genre", deb. 19th century
LSE4080410 Hairdressing - in " Le Bon Genre", deb. 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Ladies of Montesson, Crest and Damascus taking the Watercolour by Louis carrogis dit
JLJ4572834 Ladies of Montesson, Crest and Damascus taking the Watercolour by Louis carrogis dit Carmontelle (1717-1806) 1773

Portrait of Jacques Necker (1732-1804) He was Minister of Finance under Louis XVI
JLJ4569283 Portrait of Jacques Necker (1732-1804) He was Minister of Finance under Louis XVI - Painting by Joseph Siffred Duplessis (1725-1802) (Joseph-Siffred, Joseph Siffrede, Joseph-Siffrede)

Portrait of Frederic Armand of Schomberg, known as the marechal of Schomberg (Schonberg
JLJ4641842 Portrait of Frederic Armand of Schomberg, known as the marechal of Schomberg (Schonberg) (1615-1690) chief general of the army who installed in 1688 the Prince

German doctor Franz Anton Mesmer (1734-1815) reunited his patients around a magnetic
JLJ4642086 German doctor Franz Anton Mesmer (1734-1815) reunited his patients around a magnetic bucket in his hotel de bourret in Paris in the 18th century (magnetism), Engraving

King Louis XIV (1638-1715) received Prince Frederic Augustus of Saxony from Elizabeth
JLJ4627211 King Louis XIV (1638-1715) received Prince Frederic Augustus of Saxony from Elizabeth Charlotte d Orleans on 27/09/1714 at the castle of Fontainebleau

Portrait of the French writer and philosopher Voltaire, after 1718 (oil on canvas)
LRI4623674 Portrait of the French writer and philosopher Voltaire, after 1718 (oil on canvas) by Largilliere, Nicolas de (1656-1746); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

The assorted spools Engraving by Louis-Leopold Boilly (Louis Leopold Boilly, 1761-1845)
JLJ4623333 The assorted spools Engraving by Louis-Leopold Boilly (Louis Leopold Boilly, 1761-1845) by Boilly, Louis Leopold (1761-1845); Private Collection; (add.info)

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"Unveiling the Intriguing World of Hairpieces: From Haitian Generals to Japanese Wig Makers and Contortionists" Step into a captivating journey through time and cultures as we explore the fascinating realm of hairpieces. Delve into the stories behind these intricate creations that have adorned heads throughout history. In 18th century Haiti, Pierre Dominique Toussaint L Ouverture, a renowned general, donned an exquisite hairpiece that symbolized his power and authority. Crafted with meticulous care, it became an emblem of his leadership in the fight for freedom. Traveling across continents to Japan, we encounter skilled wig makers who transform human hair into stunning works of art. Their craftsmanship is unparalleled as they meticulously create wigs that are indistinguishable from natural locks, enhancing beauty and style. Amidst this tapestry of diversity lies Diana Gaye, a talented female contortionist finding solace in her hairpiece after a mesmerizing performance. As she relaxes backstage, her ornate accessory becomes not only a fashion statement but also an extension of her artistic expression. Venturing further back in time, we stumble upon Francisco de Goya's enigmatic portrait titled "Portrait of Fernando VI. " Here we witness the Spanish king adorned with an opulent wig that epitomizes regal grandeur during the 18th century. Moving on to another influential figure in Spanish history, Jose Monino Count of Floridablanca graces our narrative. His oil painting showcases him wearing a distinguished powdered wig - a symbol of prestige befitting his role as Minister under Charles III's reign. Exploring literature's impact on fashion trends brings us to Ben Johnson's play "Volpone or The Fox, " where its title page engraving depicts characters sporting elaborate wigs reflecting societal norms prevalent during early 17th-century England. Shifting gears towards portraiture once again leads us to Guillaume Amoreux, a prominent figure of the 18th century.