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Barber Collection (page 17)

In the world of grooming and style, the barber holds a special place

Background imageBarber Collection: Unisex hairdresses in Aldridge, West Midlands September 1971

Unisex hairdresses in Aldridge, West Midlands September 1971

Background imageBarber Collection: George Bests seen here having his beard trimmed at the barbers May 1974

George Bests seen here having his beard trimmed at the barbers May 1974

Background imageBarber Collection: Estrada Palma Street, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba

Estrada Palma Street, Santiago de Cuba, Cuba. Date: circa 1914

Background imageBarber Collection: History of medicine. Dentist. Middle Ages. Satire. Engraving

History of medicine. Dentist. Middle Ages. Satire. Engraving
History of medicine. Dentist (barbers or general physicians). Middle Ages. Satire. Engraving of a collection of comic work. 12th century. Colored

Background imageBarber Collection: American Barber Shop

American Barber Shop
Scene in an American barbershop. Date: 1892

Background imageBarber Collection: Barber Shop Montmartre

Barber Shop Montmartre
Scene inside Maison Lespes, a gentlemens hairdressers at 21 Boulevard Montmartre, Paris. Date: 1909

Background imageBarber Collection: Harold Macmillan at the barbers

Harold Macmillan at the barbers
Candid photograph of Harold Macmillan at Toppers Barbers Shop in Bond Street. Date: 1966

Background imageBarber Collection: Cartoon, Replacing those who are at the Front, WW1

Cartoon, Replacing those who are at the Front, WW1
Cartoon, Replacing those who are at the Front, showing French women taking on mens jobs during the First World War: shaving a man in a barbers shop, punching a travel ticket, selling newspapers

Background imageBarber Collection: Male Hairdresser

Male Hairdresser
A male hairdresser cutting a young womans hair. Date: early 1930s

Background imageBarber Collection: Newmarket Inn, Nos 11-13, Exchange Street (left) and No 1 Castle Hill (right)

Newmarket Inn, Nos 11-13, Exchange Street (left) and No 1 Castle Hill (right)
Taken from Properties to be Demolished, 1913 and 1914. Cat. No. 914.274 SQ

Background imageBarber Collection: The Town Trustees, Sheffield, Jul 1899

The Town Trustees, Sheffield, Jul 1899
Supplement to the Sheffield Weekly News, 1 Jul 1899.Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library MP 6728 M

Background imageBarber Collection: STEPHENS: GARDENING, c1917. Somebody has to raise everything you eat, do your share

STEPHENS: GARDENING, c1917. Somebody has to raise everything you eat, do your share. A woman gardening on the home front during World War I. Crayon drawing by Alice Barber Stephens, c1917

Background imageBarber Collection: Mrs. Anne Donnellan

Mrs. Anne Donnellan (1752). Barber, Rupert fl. 1736 - 1772. Miniature of Mrs Donellan 1752. Oval, mounted in plian gold with loop painted in enamel colours, inserted on back Mrs (Anne Donnellan) R.B

Background imageBarber Collection: Ruthless Barber

Ruthless Barber
1868: A barber pulling a comb through the tangled hair of a customer in obvious pain. London Stereoscopic Company Comic Series - 49 (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Background imageBarber Collection: BARBER SHOP, 1890. Interior view of the barber shop at the Palmer House Hotel, Chicago

BARBER SHOP, 1890. Interior view of the barber shop at the Palmer House Hotel, Chicago, Illinois, on an American lithograph advertisement, c1890, for J.B. Williams shaving soap

Background imageBarber Collection: Sheep shearing, satirical artwork

Sheep shearing, satirical artwork. The title for this work refers to rich and poor and the shearing of sheep, saying that the sheep will be sheared according to its wool

Background imageBarber Collection: A barber sharpens his razors - Adana, Turkey

A barber sharpens his razors - Adana, Turkey
A barber sharpens his razors on a grindstone turned by his young assistant - Adana, Turkey

Background imageBarber Collection: A barbers shop in Asmara, Eritrea, Africa

A barbers shop in Asmara, Eritrea, Africa

Background imageBarber Collection: Female Barber / 1930S

Female Barber / 1930S
A female barbar shaves the back of a gentlemans head. Date: 1930s

Background imageBarber Collection: The Strollers Progress Plte 1st. A Peep At Black Jacks Origin Previous To His Going To Douay

The Strollers Progress Plte 1st. A Peep At Black Jacks Origin Previous To His Going To Douay, Cruikshank, Invt. Engraving 1809, Scene In A Poverty-stricken Room, In Which John Philip Kembles Father

Background imageBarber Collection: Barbers shop at Nunguni, Kenya

Barbers shop at Nunguni, Kenya Barbers shop at Nunguni, Kenya

Background imageBarber Collection: Ghana, Volta Region, Dzemeni

Ghana, Volta Region, Dzemeni. Hair salons and academies abound in Ghana

Background imageBarber Collection: Persian Barber

Persian Barber - Scanned 1886 Engraving

Background imageBarber Collection: British soldiers queuing for a shave 1914

British soldiers queuing for a shave 1914
Britsih soldiers lining up in the cold for a shave from the field barber. Date: 1914

Background imageBarber Collection: Victorian Scrap - Naval Barber

Victorian Scrap - Naval Barber. late 19th century

Background imageBarber Collection: Victorian Scrap - Army Barber

Victorian Scrap - Army Barber. late 19th century

Background imageBarber Collection: Group of adults and children with flags, USA

Group of adults and children with flags, USA, standing on the pavement outside a barber shop and cigar shop, possibly for 4 July celebrations. circa 1910

Background imageBarber Collection: View of Molde, Romsdal Peninsula, Norway

View of Molde, Romsdal Peninsula, Norway
View of a street in Molde, Romsdal Peninsula, Norway. Date: circa 1908

Background imageBarber Collection: Mount Kisco, Westchester County, New York State, USA

Mount Kisco, Westchester County, New York State, USA
Main Street, Mount Kisco, Westchester County, New York State, USA. Date: circa 1907

Background imageBarber Collection: Barbers Shop in the street in Egypt

Barbers Shop in the street in Egypt
Customer at a barbers shop in a street corner in Egypt. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBarber Collection: Pierce Egans Anecdotes: cartoon scene in drawing room

Pierce Egans Anecdotes: cartoon scene in drawing room
Colour plate: Interesting interview between Mr Mathews and his Irish theatrical barber from Pierce Egans anecdotes of the turf, the chase, the ring and the stage, 1827

Background imageBarber Collection: Currant Happy Families - Barber family

Currant Happy Families - Barber family. circa 1940s

Background imageBarber Collection: Street Scene - Butchers and Hairdresser / Tobacconist

Street Scene - Butchers and Hairdresser / Tobacconist
Unidentified London Street Scene - Butchers (London Central Meat Company Limited) and C. Crowe Ladies and Gents Hairdresser and Tobacconist. Date: circa 1920

Background imageBarber Collection: Haircutting and shaving shop

Haircutting and shaving shop, the barber standing outside and a customer just visible through the doorway. They also do shampooing and singeing. Unknown location in Britain. Date: C.1910

Background imageBarber Collection: Morocco, North Africa - (Barber) Snake Charmers

Morocco, North Africa - (Barber) Snake Charmers - Snake in basket men with musical instruments. Part of Box 171 Boswell Collection - Morocco. Date: circa 1900

Background imageBarber Collection: Barber, Algerian Sahara, circa 1890

Barber, Algerian Sahara, circa 1890. Date: circa 1890

Background imageBarber Collection: Street Barber - Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Street Barber - Samarkand, Uzbekistan (perhaps requesting an " Uzbek and sides" ?!) Date: 1907

Background imageBarber Collection: Mobile Chinese Street Barber at work

Mobile Chinese Street Barber at work. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageBarber Collection: Silhouette - Shaving at the Barbers

Silhouette - Shaving at the Barbers. circa 1830

Background imageBarber Collection: Kay Snap - Mr Trim the Hairdresser

Kay Snap - Mr Trim the Hairdresser. 1930s

Background imageBarber Collection: Barbers salon in New York, USA

Barbers salon in New York, USA. mid-19th century

Background imageBarber Collection: Group photo, women police officers in hockey team

Group photo, women police officers in hockey team
Group photo, women police officers in a policewomens hockey team. They include Chief Superintendent Barbara Lilian Kelley (centre, 1920-1998), Elizabeth McClelland, Mary Atkinson, Sylvia King

Background imageBarber Collection: Private Edward Barber, Grenadier Guards VC

Private Edward Barber, Grenadier Guards VC
Private Edward Barber (10 June 1893 12 March 1915), Grenadier Guards VC, who was awarded the VC for his conduct at the Battle of Neuve Chapelle. Date: 1915

Background imageBarber Collection: J T Barber Beaumont

J T Barber Beaumont
J T BARBER BEAUMONT Painter and founder of insurance offices, an interesting combination... Date: 1774 - 1841

Background imageBarber Collection: Francis Barber

Francis Barber
FRANCIS BARBER (1751 - 1788) American Colonel during the Independence War. Date: circa 1780

Background imageBarber Collection: MADRID BARBER 5 / 5 1987

MADRID BARBER 5 / 5 1987
Part of the tiled fascia of a Madrid barber shop: the barber shaves a client with a cut- throat razor. Date: 1987

Background imageBarber Collection: Barber at Work C1840

Barber at Work C1840
A barber at work on a young boys unruly hair. Date: circa 1840

Background imageBarber Collection: MADRID BARBER 4 / 5 1987

MADRID BARBER 4 / 5 1987
Part of the tiled fascia of a Madrid barber shop: the barber combs a clients hair. Date: 1987



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In the world of grooming and style, the barber holds a special place. Whether it's a female barber skillfully shaving a customer or a Scottish trench-barber hair-dressing establishment in action, their expertise is unmatched. Step into Archer Street W1 in Soho, London, and experience the artistry of getting your hair cut at its finest. At Trumpers Barbers in Mayfair, London, tradition meets modernity as skilled they use razors to create impeccable hairstyles for their clients. Breaking gender norms, we witness a woman confidently shaving a man's face with precision and finesse. The connection between hygiene and beauty becomes evident when we explore the unique combination of toilet facilities intertwined with hairdressing services at certain establishments. It's an innovative approach that ensures you leave not only looking great but feeling fresh too. Travel back in time to the 1930s where young boys eagerly visit their neighborhood hairdressers for stylish cuts reminiscent of that era. Mr Block stands tall as an iconic figure among barbers who have left an indelible mark on countless heads throughout history. Venturing further into medieval times takes us through various shops dedicated to different trades - including those specializing in hairstyling. These ancient barbershops were hubs of social interaction where people gathered not only for grooming but also for lively conversations and community bonding. Finally, let us not forget about the traveling hairdresser who brings convenience right to your doorstep. With their mobile salons equipped with all necessary tools, they cater to customers' needs wherever they may be - ensuring everyone has access to top-notch grooming services regardless of location. From traditional techniques passed down through generations to contemporary innovations shaping trends today; from bustling city streets like Archer Street W1 to prestigious locations like Mayfair; from male-dominated spaces challenged by pioneering women barbers – this captivating journey showcases how barbers continue to shape our personal styles while leaving lasting impressions on society itself.