Varnish Collection

Hand Manicure
A hand manicure. Nails are carefully clipped and a choice of stylish nail varnishes in little bottles is offered. Date: 1930s

T & W Farmiloe Limited - Rochester Row, Westminster, London
The warehouses of T & W Farmiloe Limited - Rochester Row, Westminster, London. In 1914 the company were manufacturing of Lead, White Lead, Paint, Colour and Varnish, Glass

London Trade Card - Nathan Drake, Colourman, successor to Mr Robert Keating, White Hart, Long Acre, London, supplies for artists and house painters. circa 1760s

Fire in Southwark, London, 1926
Photograph showing members of the London Fire Brigade tackling a blaze at Samuel Ward & Co.s paint and varnish warehouse in Great Guildford Street, Southwark, August 1926

Advert, Blacklock & Macarthur, Glasgow, Scotland
Advert for Blacklock & Macarthur, Paint and Varnish Manufacturers, Glasgow, Scotland. 1905

Time smoking a Picture, 1761 (engraving)
XJF400614 Time smoking a Picture, 1761 (engraving) by Hogarth, William (1697-1764); Private Collection; (add.info.: subscription ticket for Sigismonda; ); English, out of copyright

J. M. W. Turner (1775-1851) at the Royal Academy, Varnishing Day (oil on canvas)
XCF22485 J. M. W.Turner (1775-1851) at the Royal Academy, Varnishing Day (oil on canvas) by Parrott, William (1813-69); The Collection of the Guild of St

Jewellery set by Dior
A " Tuileries" topaz jewellery set by Christian Dior consisting of a necklace, bracelet and head adornment. Worn with complementing make up - lipstick and nail varnish by Lancome

1950S Woman & Make-Up
A brunette woman in a pink and black spotted dress sits at her dressing table going through her beauty routine. Products include nail varnish, lipstick and perfume

Flowerpiece (1769). Moser, Mary (Mrs. Hugh Lloyd) 1744 - 1819. Date: 1769

A Juniper plant
5321275 A Juniper plant; (add.info.: Botanical drawing of a Juniper plant: The juice of young leaves and berries taken in vine was recommended against snake bite and Plague)

The Reading, 1850
3478142 The Reading, 1850; (add.info.: Aquatint titled 'The Reading' depicting three generations listening to a reading from the family bible)

The varnishing of a balloon
3732728 The varnishing of a balloon; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the varnishing of a balloon. Dated 18th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Chinese men collecting varnish from the Chinese lacquer tree, Toxicodendron vernicifluum, using bamboo pipes
FLO4590257 Chinese men collecting varnish from the Chinese lacquer tree, Toxicodendron vernicifluum, using bamboo pipes. One man stirs collected varnish in a pan while another eats from a bowl with

Cochineal and Lac Insects (Scale insects), c.1850 (engraving)
540197 Cochineal and Lac Insects (Scale insects), c.1850 (engraving); (add.info.: Lacquer, varnish and scarlet dye derived from lac insect: red colour used in cooking from cochineal)

The Queen of Sheba, ready to leave her kingdom to find King Solomon, seated on a mother... 1925
The Queen of Sheba, ready to leave her kingdom to find King Solomon, seated on a mother-of-pearl conch, 1925

Countryside, between 1653 and 1686. Creator: Frederik de Moucheron
Countryside, between 1653 and 1686

Snuff box, between 1766 and 1767. Creator: Henry Bodson
Snuff box, between 1766 and 1767

Snuff box, between 1766 and 1767. Creator: Henry Bodson
Snuff box, between 1766 and 1767

Box, between 1780 and 1789. Creator: Unknown
Box, between 1780 and 1789

Box, between 1780 and 1789. Creator: Unknown
Box, between 1780 and 1789

Box, between 1780 and 1789. Creator: Unknown
Box, between 1780 and 1789

Tablet case, between 1772 and 1773. Creator: Unknown
Tablet case, between 1772 and 1773

Etui à tablettes, between 1776 and 1777. Creators: Ecole Francaise, Unknown
Etui a tablettes, between 1776 and 1777

Etui à tablettes, between 1776 and 1777. Creators: Ecole Francaise, Unknown
Etui a tablettes, between 1776 and 1777

Palekh traditional miniature, Palekh, Ivanovo region, Russia

Advert, Use Heolin Enamel Varnish & Paint, Hadfields (Merton) Ltd, Western Road, Mitcham, Surrey

Thos Parsons and Sons Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for Thos. Parsons & Sons, varnish and colour manufacturers based in London. The image shows a Georgian corner of their showrooms. Date: circa 1914

Advert for Peggy Sage
Wartime advert for Peggy Sage Salons and nail polish. Date: 1940

Indo-Portuguese black, guild and red-japanned four-fold screen, c. 1700
7408639 Indo-Portuguese black, guild and red-japanned four-fold screen, c.1700 () by Indian School, (18th century); Each fold: 201x53 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Victoria Pendleton. Chris Hoy & Jessica Varnish After D
Victoria Pendleton. Chris Hoy and Jessica Varnish After Disqualification Great Britain London 2012 Olympic Games, Cycling Track, Womens Team Sprint Stratford, London

Victoria Pendleton & Jessica Varnish After Their Disqual
Victoria Pendleton and Jessica Varnish After Their Disqualification Great Britain London 2012 Olympic Games, Cycling Track, Womens Team Sprint Stratford, London

Victoria Pendleton & Jessica Varnish
Victoria Pendleton and Jessica Varnish Great Britain London 2012 Olympic Games, Cycling Track, Womens Team Sprint Stratford, London, England 02 August 2012 Date: 02 August 2012

Jessica Varnish & Victoria Pendleton
Jessica Varnish and Victoria Pendleton Great Britain London 2012 Olympic Games, Cycling Track, Womens Team Sprint Stratford, London, England 02 August 2012 Date: 02 August 2012

Preparing the Coloured Lacquers of Japan (engraving)
7180745 Preparing the Coloured Lacquers of Japan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preparing the Coloured Lacquers of Japan)

Straining the Varnish (engraving)
7180744 Straining the Varnish (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Straining the Varnish)

Washing the Varnish (engraving)
7180741 Washing the Varnish (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washing the Varnish)

English blue lacquer bedroom suite (colour litho)
7157259 English blue lacquer bedroom suite (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: English blue lacquer bedroom suite)

India: Puranic Gods (engraving)
7152686 India: Puranic Gods (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Puranic Gods. Illustration for The Industrial Arts of India by George C M Birdwood)

Toleware Tray, c. 1940. Creator: Betty Jacob
Toleware Tray, c. 1940

Barograph. Creator: Douglass Products Corp
14cm high, 18.5cm long, 10.5cm wide; 15, 000feet; 1 hour; 1918

Advertising spread for Sissons Brothers & Co Limited (colour litho)
959994 Advertising spread for Sissons Brothers & Co Limited (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertising spread for Sissons Brothers & Co Limited)

Depot du vernis sur la faience par immersion et retouche des pieces couvertes de poudre de vernis... (engraving)
2787639 Depot du vernis sur la faience par immersion et retouche des pieces couvertes de poudre de vernis... (engraving) by French School

Trades in Regency England: silk weaving, jewellery and iron forge. Man weaving silk cloth on a loom in Coventry 40, customers in a fancy jewellery shop in Birmingham 41

Varnish tree or wax tree
Varnish tree, Ailanthus altissima, or wax tree, Rhus succedanea. (Albonia peregrina, Nobis. Rhus succedaneum, Linn.) Le faux vernix

Ichthyosaur, Plesiosaur and Pterosaurs
Ichthyosaur and Plesiosaur fighting at left, Pterosaurs at right. Fantastic image copied from a mezzotint by John Martin from Thomas Hawkins Book of the Great Sea-Dragons

Evening dress in velvet with silver embroidery. Manteau du soir en velours amarante brode d argent. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Varnished soft-paste plate decorated with tulip pattern, Middle Ages. Hand-finished chromolithograph from Ris Paquots General History of Ancient French and Foreign Glazed Pottery, Chez l Auteur

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"Unveiling the Beauty: The Art of Varnish" Step into the world of hand manicure at T & W Farmiloe Limited, located in the heart of Rochester Row, Westminster, London. This hidden gem offers a sanctuary for those seeking flawless nails and pampering. Discover the allure through an enchanting advert by Blacklock & Macarthur in Glasgow, Scotland. Their expertise brings out the true essence of this transformative product that enhances any surface it touches. London Trade Card - Nathan Drake, Colourman showcases how varnish has been an essential tool for artists throughout history. From preserving delicate paintings to adding depth and richness to their masterpieces, varnish is truly a painter's best friend. Relive the devastating Fire in Southwark, London in 1926 where varnish played a crucial role. Despite its flammable nature, this incident highlighted advancements in fire-resistant coatings and led to improved safety measures. Time smoking a Picture captured beautifully through an engraving from 1761 depicts how artists used smoke as a medium with varnishing techniques to create ethereal effects on their artwork. A testament to human creativity knows no bounds when it comes to experimenting with materials. J. M. W. Turner (1775-1851) immortalized Varnishing Day at the Royal Academy on canvas. Witness his genius as he captures not only stunning landscapes but also celebrates this ritualistic event where artists applied final coats before exhibition openings – sealing their artistry for eternity. Indulge in opulence with a jewellery set by Dior adorned with glossy layers that add brilliance and sophistication to every piece. Let your accessories shine bright like never before. Transport yourself back to the glamorous 1950s era where women embraced makeup trends featuring vibrant nail colors enhanced by skillful application – completing their iconic looks effortlessly. Immerse yourself in Flowerpiece, a captivating artwork where varnish breathes life into delicate petals and leaves.