Powdering Collection

Distinctions with a Difference at Gleneagles
Illustration showing a fashionable trio at famous Scottish golf course, Gleneagles. The chap in the middle wears wide plus fours and a lurid, patterned tank top

Lady at dressing table - WWI postcard by George Ranstead
Lovely, decorative illustration by amateur, soldier artist of the Great War, George Ranstead, depicting a lady at her dressing table. circa 1916

The Doggy Bag by Bert Wilson
Colour illustration by Bert Wilson showing a 1920s flapper girl powdering her nose. Her compact has come from a small bag in the shape of her dog, which appears to have alarmed her pet cat

The Hussey
A watercolour painting of a mischevious looking girl powdering her nose at a dressing table mirror, three of her friends are standing behind her. Date: 1921

Woman putting on make up (colour photo)
3093932 Woman putting on make up (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman putting on make up)

Advert, Powdering Her Face
Advert for Pompeian Beauty Powder, Powdering Her Face. 1926

Girl at a dressing table (b / w photo)
3094710 Girl at a dressing table (b/w photo) by Mandel, Julian or Julien (1872-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl at a dressing table. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

A barbershop and barber tools, from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers
STC243970 A barbershop and barber tools, from the Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers by Denis Diderot (1713-84) published c.1770 (engraving) by French School

The Morning, Lady at her Toilet, 2nd half of 17th century (colour engraving)
CHT163295 The Morning, Lady at her Toilet, 2nd half of 17th century (colour engraving) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Le Matin)

Exhibition of Hair Dressing at the Pavilion, Brighton (engraving)
1595871 Exhibition of Hair Dressing at the Pavilion, Brighton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exhibition of Hair Dressing at the Pavilion, Brighton)

While the Wig is Being Powdered, c. 1800 (gouache on paper)
3937526 While the Wig is Being Powdered, c.1800 (gouache on paper) by Nordqvist, Per (1770-1805); 36x43 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: ); Swedish, out of copyright

Servants distract a vain old man whilst another steals from the bureau
STC444551 Servants distract a vain old man whilst another steals from the bureau, engraved by Goldar, 1771 (engraving) by Pugh (18th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Irish

The Dressing Of The Attorneys Clerk. After A Satirical Work By Carle Vernet. From Xviii Siecle Institutions, Usages Et Costumes, Published Paris 1875

Powdering a Wig C18
A French coiffeur powders his customers new wig. The customer is wearing a protective mask with eye holes cut out !

Cartoon, The final shot. The armistice might have been signed, but there are still bills to pay. While he pays for their expensive meal, she nonchalantly powders her nose. Date: 1919

Woman in 1911
Edwardian woman powders her chin with a powder puff, while holding a hat box in one arm and a handbag in the other. 1911

Powdering before taking plunge in swimming pool
A member of the cast of the Paramount film, The Garden of Weeds, powders her face before taking part in a bathing party scene

Powdering Pierrot by Baird - 1920s
Stylised illustration showing a woman in a fancy dress style costume, surrounded by balloons, powdering the face of her Pierrot doll

Gooch hat, WWI
A lady checks her reflection in a compact mirror and powders her nose while wearing a black panne hat embellished with an osprey feather by Gooch. Date: 1915

The Masterpiece by Bevan Petman
Colour illustration by Hal Bevan Petman of a pretty young flapper girl powdering her face. Date: 30th November 1927

Young woman powdering face, at home, (B&W), portrait

Young woman powdering face, at home, (B&W), close-up

Picture No. 10745629
Horse - Owner powdering leg Date:

Powdering her Chin
A brunette with a centre parting powders her chin with a powder puff and a stylish powder compact. Date: 1940s

Wintery Woods
A light powdering of snow in the woods at Barnston Dale, Wirral, England. Date: 1950s

Two women in outfits by Bernard and Premet
Two fashionable women one wearing a navy dress coat with multicolored lining and matching brimmed cloche hat and handbag, by Bernard

Powdering - Hand drawn postcard by George Ranstead
A lady dressed in a diaphanous nightgown looks at her reflection in a hand mirror as she delicately powders her nose. circa 1916

The Tatler Peace Number
Colourful and optimistic front cover of The Tatler depicting " Eve" powdering her nose and dressing up for a party, a discarded uniform to one side. Frou-Frou the dog joins in

London Opinion 1936
Illustration showing a bemused motorist driving his car past a SLOW sign and a rather seductive looking hiker busy powdering her nose

Pigtails and Powder
Engraving of a watercolour by Frank Dadd showing a group of naval men or soldiers braiding and powdering their hair in a typical 18th century fashion

Lady / Dressing Table 18C
The Powdering Room: a lady at her dressing table looks ravishing in a pink dress

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"Powdering: A Timeless Ritual of Beauty and Deception" Step into the world of powdering, where distinctions with a difference are made at Gleneagles. From the elegant Lady at her dressing table in a WWI postcard by George Ranstead to Bert Wilson's whimsical portrayal of "The Doggy Bag, " this captivating art form has transcended time. Intriguingly, powdering was not limited to women alone. The Hussey, an exquisite depiction of a man adorning himself with finesse, showcases how both genders indulged in this transformative process. As we delve deeper into the history, we witness a woman meticulously putting on makeup in a vibrant color photo and an enchanting advert titled "Powdering Her Face. " Transported back centuries ago, we encounter a mesmerizing black and white photograph capturing the innocence of youth as a girl sits at her dressing table. Meanwhile, an engraving from the Exhibition of Hair Dressing at the Pavilion in Brighton reveals the grandeur surrounding this practice. Unveiling another facet of powdering's allure is "While the Wig is Being Powdered, " showcasing individuals engrossed in conversation while their wigs receive meticulous attention. However, not all tales surrounding they were innocent; servants cunningly distract vain old men while others pilfer from bureaus. Throughout history, it has remained synonymous with beauty rituals that transcend societal boundaries. Whether it be through barbershop tools depicted in Encyclopedie des Sciences et Metiers or 17th-century engravings like "The Morning: Lady at her Toilet, " one thing remains constant – its ability to captivate and transform. Join us on this journey through time as we explore how powdering became more than just an act but rather an expression of identity and self-care across cultures and generations. Discover its secrets as you immerse yourself in these captivating artworks that celebrate this timeless ritual of beauty and deception.