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Modern Beauty Culture: The electric manicure machine (b / w photo)
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Modern Beauty Culture: The electric manicure machine (b / w photo)
5998097 Modern Beauty Culture: The electric manicure machine (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The electric manicure machine. Illustration for Modern Beauty Culture by Maria Verni (Pitman, 1934). Image credit: Griswold, Eshermann Co, Cleveland, Ohio.); © Look and Learn
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Appearance Attractive Beauty Ideal Electric Files Hands How To Be Machine Manicure Mechanisation Polishing Salon 1930 1939 Years 30 30s 1930 1939 Years 30s 1933 34 Beauties Cuticle Manicurist Nineteen Thirties
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This photograph captures a fascinating glimpse into the world of modern beauty culture in the early 20th century. Taken by an English photographer, this image showcases the electric manicure machine, a revolutionary invention that transformed the way women cared for their hands. The manicurist's hand delicately holds a client's hand as she skillfully operates the machine. The salon setting is visible in the background, with files and cuticle tools neatly arranged on a table. The mechanization of this process highlights society's growing fascination with efficiency and technology during this era. In an age where appearance played a significant role in defining femininity, women sought to achieve flawless beauty ideals through various means. This electric manicure machine offered them an efficient solution for achieving perfectly polished nails. This photograph not only provides insight into beauty practices of the time but also reflects broader cultural shifts towards mechanization and youthfulness. It serves as a reminder of how societal values shape our perceptions of attractiveness throughout history. As we gaze upon this image from the 1930s, it invites us to contemplate how far we have come in terms of beauty culture while acknowledging that certain aspects remain timeless.
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