Combing Collection
"Combing Through Time: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Necessities" From the delicate strokes of a brush through luscious locks in Edgar Degas' "Woman Combing Her Hair
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"Combing Through Time: From Ancient Rituals to Modern Necessities" From the delicate strokes of a brush through luscious locks in Edgar Degas' "Woman Combing Her Hair, 1886, " to the meticulous preparations for a wedding day in Djibouti where a man carefully combs his hair, it has been an essential part of grooming rituals throughout history. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec's portrayal of Madame Poupoule at her Toilette in 1898 takes us into the intimate world of personal care, where combing becomes an art form. Similarly, Edgar Degas captures another private moment in "Woman at her Toilette, 1889, " reminding us that even mundane activities like they are be transformed into captivating scenes. In the mid-20th century, DuPont introduced nylon combs with their advert from 1952. This marked a significant shift towards modernity and convenience as people embraced new materials and technologies for their daily routines. But combing is not limited to personal grooming alone. Thomas Rowlandson's satirical illustration "Dressing for a Masquerade" humorously depicts how even during playful moments, we find ourselves reaching for our combs to perfect our appearance. Beyond vanity lies folklore and tradition. In "Gossip about Fairies 24, " we discover that fairies too engage in communal haircare rituals involving gentle combing. Meanwhile, T. W Rust & Co. 's Combing Room showcases the industrial side of this practice with workers meticulously crafting shaving brushes or preparing fibers for various purposes. History also reveals unexpected uses for combs like London's sewer unblockers who wore heavy oilskin protective clothing while using the combing method underground in 1881. Their brave efforts remind us that sometimes even seemingly mundane tools can play crucial roles behind-the-scenes.