Razor Collection (page 8)

Industry / Cutlery
Sheffield : razor-grinders at work in the hull Date: 1866

Clipping a Poodle / White
The dog groomer clips the hair from around the white poodles face. Date: 1960s

GILLETTE RAZOR AD, 1906. American newspaper advertisement, 1906, for the Gillette Safety Razor

GILLETTE RAZOR AD, 1939. American magazine advertisement, 1939, for Thin Gillette Blades and Gillette Blue Blades

Razor clams dug up on a beach
Pacific razor clams. View of several Pacific razor clams (Siliqua patula) dug up on a beach. Clams are a family of large bivalved molluscs which generally live in the sand near shorelines

Swallowed razor and razor blades, X-ray
Swallowed razor and razor blades. Coloured X-ray of the abdomen of a patient with dementia that has swallowed a razor (centre left) and razor blades (upper right)

Used razor, SEM
Used razor. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cut hairs and shaving foam between two razor blades. Magnification: x25 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Multi-blade razor, SEM
Multi-blade razor. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of blades from a multi-blade safety razor. Guard wires (red) over the blades prevent deep cuts

Electric razor head, light micrograph
Light micrograph of an electric razor head, depicting the oszilating middle trimmer between the two foils, which lifts and cuts flat-lying hairs. Magnification 50x

PEARS SOAP AD, 1888. American magazine advertisement, 1888

Wig Maker- Biskra, Algeria
A smart Wig Maker in Biskra, Southern Algeria, gives his seated client a close crop in order to harvest some locks for his latest creation

Moorish Barber - Algeria
A Moorish Barber in Algeria giving his client a rather severe short back and sides in the street outside his house

Razor or Shrimp Fish (Aeoliscus strigatus) diver and Black Coral. Gorontalo, Sulawesi, Indonesia
Stephen Wong / SplashdownDirect

Advert / Gillette Razor
Gillette Safety Razor

Racial / Big Razor / Sioux
Big Razor: Chief of the Blackfoot Sioux tribe

Barber Scrap
The barber with his razor is ready to shave you

SEA SHELLS
A variety of sea shells including clams, cockles, razor-clams and mussels

Variety of Sea Shells
A variety of sea shells including razor clams and other bivalves and worm casts

Varioety of Molluscs
A selection of molluscs including varieties of clam, razor-clams soft shellfish and sea snails

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"Captivating the Art of a Close Shave: A Glimpse into the World of Razors" Step into the world of razors, where female barbers skillfully wield their blades, bringing forth a smooth and precise shave. As we delve deeper, we encounter iconic moments like the Gillette Razor Advert, showcasing its revolutionary design that changed shaving forever. Intriguingly, we witness a barber meticulously shaving a customer with an old-fashioned straight razor at Thomas Ward and Sons' historic Wardonia Works. This snapshot captures not only skilled craftsmanship but also the camaraderie among workers outside this renowned establishment. Traveling back in time to 1920s America, we enter an atmospheric American barber shop bustling with activity. The air is thick with nostalgia as men gather for their grooming rituals while sharing stories and laughter. The phrase "a close shave" takes on new meaning here as these barbers masterfully navigate every contour of their clients' faces. Venturing beyond borders, our journey takes us to Slovenia's breathtaking Gorenjska Region where Lake Jasna mirrors the majestic Prisank and Razor mountains. Nature's beauty intertwines harmoniously with man-made tools like razors - symbols of precision and elegance. Art too finds inspiration in razors; "The Barber of Suez, " depicted on canvas, immortalizes this timeless profession through strokes of oil paint. It reminds us that throughout history, barbers have been trusted confidants who sculpted more than just hair - they shaped lives. Advertisements play an integral role in shaping public perception; Mappin Brothers' 1895 English newspaper ad proudly showcases their exquisite razor collection fit for gentlemen seeking refinement. Similarly, Lever Brothers entices customers with their innovative shaving stick through captivating visuals that promise a luxurious experience. Lastly, we stumble upon an advertisement for Valet Auto Strop Razor - a testament to convenience without compromising quality or style.