Shaving Foam Collection

British at Etaples, France, Feb. 1915. Creator: Bain News Service
British at Etaples, Feb. 1915 (date created or published later). British soldier being shaved at E´taples, France during World War I.

Oh! ma femme est morte!, 1836. Creator: Honore Daumier
Oh! ma femme est morte!, 1836. Oh! my wife is dead

Pears Soap, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Pears Soap, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume38. July to December, 1888

Advertisement, Vinolia Soap (engraving)
1047862 Advertisement, Vinolia Soap (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Vinolia Soap)

Episode of the Siege of Lille, 1792, 1891. Creator: Gaston Theodore Melingue
Episode of the Siege of Lille, 1792, 1891

The Patriotick Barber of New York, or the Captain in the Suds, February 14, 1775

Domestic Shaving, August 21, 1786. August 21, 1786. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Domestic Shaving, August 21, 1786

Shaving a Forestaller, August 15, 1800. August 15, 1800. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Shaving a Forestaller, August 15, 1800

Gypsy man shaving, 1960s

Gipsy shaving, Lewes, Sussex, 1964

A woman barber, 1917 (1936). From His Majesty the King, 1910-1935, introduction by HW Wilson (Associated Newspapers Ltd, London, 1936)

The Young Shaver. Stereoscopic card detail

Yvett razor advertisement, 1915. A print from Le Flambeau (the Torch), 18th September 1915

Man shaving (B&W)

Man shaving F006 / 3520
MODEL RELEASED. Man shaving

Shaving foam
MODEL RELEASED. Shaving foam. Nineteen year old man squeezing shaving foam into his hand in preparation for shaving. Shaving is a method of hair removal (depilation)

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

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"From Pears Soap to Vinolia Soap: A Historical Journey of Shaving Foam" Step back in time and explore the fascinating evolution of shaving foam, a grooming essential that has stood the test of time. Dating back to 1888, Pears Soap introduced us to this revolutionary product, its creator remaining unknown but leaving an indelible mark on personal hygiene. Advertisements for Vinolia Soap showcased intricate engravings depicting men lathering up with luxurious shaving foam. These captivating visuals transported viewers into a world where indulgence met practicality, making every shave a truly refined experience. Delving even further into history, we stumble upon an intriguing episode during the Siege of Lille in 1792. Gaston Theodore Melingue's artwork captures soldiers amidst chaos, yet one soldier finds solace in his routine as he applies shaving foam before facing adversity head-on. Fast forward to February 14th, 1775 - "The Patriotick Barber of New York or the Captain in Suds. " This satirical depiction humorously highlights how even during times of political tension, men still found comfort and camaraderie at their local barbershop while getting a clean shave with foamy delight. Thomas Rowlandson's illustrations from August 21st, 1786 and August 15th, 1800 offer glimpses into domestic scenes where shaving foam played central roles. Whether it was mocking forestallers or capturing gypsy life in Sussex or Lewes during the swinging sixties; these images reveal how shaving foam transcended social boundaries and became part of everyday life. Breaking gender norms is not just a recent phenomenon; it dates back to World War I when women took on traditionally male-dominated professions. An image from1917 (1936) showcases a pioneering woman barber confidently wielding her razor alongside her male counterparts – challenging conventions one stroke at a time.