Curly Hair Collection

Binocular Testing
A line of girls tests each pair of binoculars made for the Services before it leaves the factory. Their employers, Ross Ltd of Clapham, the largest optical instrument manufacturer in the country

African people
Antique illustration of a African people

Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750), 1746 (oil on canvas)
FIA5378340 Portrait of Johann Sebastian Bach, 1685-1750), 1746 (oil on canvas) by Haussmann, Elias Gottleib (1695-1774); Museum fur Geschichte de Stadt Leipzig

Jeff Lynne, singer, songwriter and front man with The Electric Light Orchestra, pictured enjoying the snow and Christmas at his midlands home

Bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius
Roman civilization, 2nd century A.D. Bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius

Louis XIV, 1667. Creator: Robert Nanteuil
Louis XIV, 1667

King Charles II, 1660-70. Creator: William Faithorne
King Charles II, 1660-70

Charles XIV John of Sweden (1764-1844). French soldier named Jean Baptiste Bernadotte, afterwards King of Sweden and Norway (1818-1844). Founder of the current ruling dynasty in Sweden

Emilie Floege, 1902 (oil on canvas)
XAM38238 Emilie Floege, 1902 (oil on canvas) by Klimt, Gustav (1862-1918); 181x84 cm; Wien Museum Karlsplatz, Vienna, Austria; (add.info)

Austria, Vienna, Portrait of Austrian composer Franz Peter Schubert (1797-1828), waterlcolor
Portrait of Austrian composer Franz Peter Schubert (Vienna, 1797 - 1828), 1825. Detail

Self Portrait, c. 1738 (chalk on paper)
XJF368449 Self Portrait, c.1738 (chalk on paper) by Richardson, Jonathan (1665-1745); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Jeff Lynne, singer, songwriter and lead singer with The Electric Light Orchestra, pictured outside the house he bought for his mother and father, Nancy and Phil Lynne

James Bruce of Kinnaird (1730 - 1805)
2603698 James Bruce of Kinnaird (1730 - 1805); (add.info.: James Bruce of Kinnaird (1730 - 1805) Scottish traveler and writer called 'The Abyssinian Traveler'

Portrait of James Brindley. 18th century (engraving)
672804 Portrait of James Brindley. 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: James Brindley (1716 - 27 September 1772) was an English engineer, He was born in Tunstead, Derbyshire

Portrait of Martin Folkes, 18th century (engraving)
865076 Portrait of Martin Folkes, 18th century (engraving); (add.info.: Martin Folkes (1690-) English antiquary, born in London. President of the Royal Society (1741-1753)

head with curly hair, copperplate engraving , about 1700
UTD4921906 head with curly hair, copperplate engraving , about 1700; (add.info.: head with curly hair, copperplate engraving)

Portrait of Thomas Moore
864204 Portrait of Thomas Moore; (add.info.: Thomas Moore (1779-1852) Irish-born poet and writer. Friend of Leigh Hunt, Lord John Russell and Lord Byron, whose memoirs he destroyed

Portrait of Jean-Dominique
673295 Portrait of Jean-Dominique; (add.info.: Jean-Dominique, comte de Cassini (30 June 1748 - 18 October 1845) was a French astronomer); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Frederick Schomberg, 1st Duke of Schomber, 17th century (engraving)
672763 Frederick Schomberg, 1st Duke of Schomber, 17th century (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An unidentified young lady of the time of Charles I, c.1635 (oil painting)
7340626 An unidentified young lady of the time of Charles I, c.1635 (oil painting) by English School, (17th century); 72x61 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

George Hamilton-Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen, 19th century (engraving)
865192 George Hamilton-Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: George Hamilton-Gordon, 4th Earl of Aberdeen (1784-1860). Scottish statesman and diplomat

Portrait of Thomas Erskine
864186 Portrait of Thomas Erskine; (add.info.: Thomas Erskine, first Baron Erskine (1750-1823) Scottish-born British jurist and statesman: Lord Chancellor 1806: Friend of CJ Fox and RB Sheridan

Francois Le Vaillant (1753-1824)
863482 Francois Le Vaillant (1753-1824); (add.info.: Francois Le Vaillant (1753-1824) French explorer, collector and ornithologist

French postcard dated circa, 1900, showing a small girl
3665658 French postcard dated circa, 1900, showing a small girl by French Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: French postcard dated circa 1900)

Jeune Femme au Bouquet (oval oil on canvas, laid down on board)
985524 Jeune Femme au Bouquet (oval oil on canvas, laid down on board) by Sonrel, Elisabeth (1874-1953) (attr. to); 61.2x55.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Duncan Forbes of Culloden (1685 - 1747)
2603695 Duncan Forbes of Culloden (1685 - 1747); (add.info.: Duncan Forbes of Culloden (1685 - 1747) Scottish politician who fought the Jacobite pretenders to the British throne

William Aikman (1682 - 1731)
2603701 William Aikman (1682 - 1731); (add.info.: William Aikman (1682 - 1731) Scottish portrait painter. Engraving from "A Biographical Dictionary of Eminent Scotsmen" by Thomas Thomson

George IV (1762-1830)
863749 George IV (1762-1830); (add.info.: George IV (1762-1830), son of George III, Prince Regent from 1811due to his father's illness. King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1820

Mrs Stirling, actress
672678 Mrs Stirling, actress; (add.info.: Mrs Stirling - Woodbury Mary Anne (Fanny) Stirling (1815 - 28 December 1895) was an English actress); Universal History Archive/UIG.

A heart made of fire
Ruslan Bolgov

Vintage French postcard showing a smiling young girl, 1900
3666181 Vintage French postcard showing a smiling young girl, 1900 by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage French postcard showing a smiling young girl 1900)

Historical drawing of parts of the body, head, eye, mouth, chin and hand, copperplate engraving from about 1700
UTD4921974 Historical drawing of parts of the body, head, eye, mouth, chin and hand, copperplate engraving from about 1700; (add.info.: Historical drawing of parts of the body, head, eye, mouth)

Portrait of Friedrich Wohler
865145 Portrait of Friedrich Wohler; (add.info.: Friedrich Wohler (1800-1882) German organic chemist. Isolated aluminium (1827), synthesised urea (1828), discovered beryllium (1828)

Portrait of Andre-Marie Ampere, c1870 (engraving)
865141 Portrait of Andre-Marie Ampere, c1870 (engraving); (add.info.: Andre-Marie Ampere (1775-1836) French mathematician and physicist who established the relationship of electricity and magnetism

Felicia Dorothea Hemans (1793-1835), English poet
863522 Felicia Dorothea Hemans (1793-1835), English poet; (add.info.: Felicia Dorothea Hemans (1793-1835), English poet. Remembered today mainly for her poem 'Casabianca'

Portrait of Eliza O'Neill
673062 Portrait of Eliza O'Neill; (add.info.: Eliza O'Neill (1791 - 29 October 1872) was an Irish actress, Born in Drogheda

Portrait of H.B. Stowe
673181 Portrait of H.B. Stowe; (add.info.: Harriet Beecher Stowe (14 June 1811 - 1 July 1896) was an American abolitionist and author); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Andrew Fletcher of Saltoun (1653 - 1716)
2603704 Andrew Fletcher of Saltoun (1653 - 1716); (add.info.: Andrew Fletcher of Saltoun (1653 - 1716) Scottish writer, politician and patriot

Friedrich Wohler (1800-1882)
863358 Friedrich Wohler (1800-1882); (add.info.: Friedrich Wohler (1800-1882), German organic chemist. Isolated aluminium (1827), synthesised urea (1828), discovered beryllium (1828)

Portrait of Daniel Defoe (print)
864210 Portrait of Daniel Defoe (print); (add.info.: Daniel Defoe (1661?-1731) English author, satirist and adventurer. Remembered now for his novels "Robinson Crusoe" (1719)

Franz Peter Schubert , composer
672762 Franz Peter Schubert , composer; (add.info.: Schubert - engraving Franz Peter Schubert (German pronunciation 31 January 1797 - 19 November 1828) was an Austrian composer

Marble bus of emperor Nero, 54 AC
2604042 Marble bus of emperor Nero, 54 AC; (add.info.: Nero (37 - 68) Roman emperor from 54. Marble bust).

Margaret Warren, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
Margaret Warren, between c1915 and c1920. Shows Margaret Warren, who married Shannon Lord Meany, and was later known as Margaret R. Warren Finlayson (1898-1971).

Bianka
Michaela Durisova

Nadin
Zachar Rise

Rakibul Alam Khan

Almog
Eleonora Fridman

Marie
Raluca Arhire

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"Curly Hair: A Timeless Expression of Individuality and Style" From the regal portraits of Johann Sebastian Bach, Charles XIV John of Sweden, Louis XIV, and King Charles II to the vibrant afros adorning African people's heads, it has always been a symbol of uniqueness and beauty. It transcends time and cultural boundaries. In the world of music, Jeff Lynne's iconic curls perfectly complement his talent as a singer-songwriter for The Electric Light Orchestra. Just like his melodies captivate audiences worldwide, his curly locks add an extra touch of charisma to his performances. Even in ancient times, curly hair held significance. The busts depicting Emperor Marcus Aurelius showcase how curls were associated with power and authority. They represented strength both on the battlefield and in leadership positions. But it is not just historical figures who have embraced their natural curls; everyday individuals like Emilie Floege proudly display their stunning ringlets through art. In her 1902 oil painting, she showcases her curly hair as an expression of self-confidence and artistic flair and has found its place in more contemporary settings. Binocular testing captures moments where individuals with different types of curls come together to celebrate diversity while embracing their unique textures. Whether it be classical composers like Franz Peter Schubert or modern-day musicians like Jeff Lynne, those blessed with curly hair continue to inspire awe through their creativity and passion for life. So let your curls flow freely – they are a testament to your individuality. Embrace every twist and turn because each curl tells a story that no other hairstyle can replicate. Curly hair is not just about appearance; it represents resilience, versatility, and above all else – confidence in one's own skin.