Hygeine Collection

Portable Shower
5616636 Portable Shower; (add.info.: Portable Shower, 1880. Designed by Gaston Bozerian (1853 - 1899), French inventor. It was in effect a fully collapsible shower bath

Industry: Thomas Hedley & Co. Ltd, soap works in Trafford Park. View taken from the main road. July 1956 P008344

Public bathhouse, 1780
1574228 Public bathhouse, 1780 by Kiyonaga, Torii (1752-1815); (add.info.: Scene in a public bathhouse where several women are bathing)

Young children washing themselves in enamal basins during World War Two. November 1943

Alfieri Snr. Washing in the street, Gullistre, France. 1st June 1922

Animals Sheep: Allan Mate assists manager John Watson, Kinder Scout gamekeeper and seven helpers at the South Head Farm sheep dip. November 1949 P000943

Character Studies. Man shaving using razor and broken piece of mirror P044416. Circa 1933

Wet deckhand, Bangkok, Thailand
A young deckhand swills himself with a bucket of water on the deck of his fishing boat in Bangkok Date: circa 1985

Muscipula, engraved by John Jones (c. 1745-97) 1786 (engraving)
XYC277133 Muscipula, engraved by John Jones (c.1745-97) 1786 (engraving) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92) (after); 37.8x27.6 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Gift of Paul Mellon

Lavanderas, (washerwomen) Mexico City circa 1885-1900. photomechanical print by William Jackson 1843-1942 photographer

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"From Public Bathhouses to Enamel Basins: A Journey through the Evolution of Hygiene" Step back in time to 1780, when public bathhouses were a hub for cleanliness and rejuvenation. Thomas Hedley & Co. Ltd, soap works in Trafford Park, played a significant role in providing essential hygiene products during this era. During World War Two, young children found themselves washing up in enamel basins as they learned the importance of personal hygiene amidst challenging times. These small acts contributed to their overall well-being and resilience. In an intriguing snapshot from 1922, Alfieri Snr. Can be seen washing himself on the streets of Gullistre, France. This image serves as a reminder that access to proper sanitation was not always readily available. Hygiene is not limited to humans alone; animals also benefit from it. Allan Mate assists manager John Watson while tending to sheep on Kinder Scout gamekeeper's land - ensuring their health and cleanliness are maintained. Character studies reveal unique ways individuals adapt when resources are scarce. One man resorts to shaving using a razor and broken piece of mirror (P044416), showcasing resourcefulness even under challenging circumstances. Traveling across continents brings us face-to-face with different cultural practices surrounding hygiene. In Bangkok, Thailand, we encounter a wet deckhand who diligently cleanses himself after long hours at sea - highlighting the universal need for cleanliness regardless of location or occupation. The Western Desert campaign during February-May 1943 witnessed British and Allied troops prioritizing hygiene amidst harsh conditions. Their commitment ensured that basic sanitary measures were upheld despite being far away from home comforts. Sometimes, moments of eccentricity catch our attention - like the naked man taking a bath in the window display of Sir Larry boutique in Kensington London. While unconventional, it reminds us that personal care should never be compromised or hidden away. Artistic depictions throughout history have also celebrated hygiene's significance.