Handlebar Moustache Collection

Thomas Wildman (1787-1859)
Artist: Phillips, Thomas (attributed to) - Title: Thomas Wildman (1787-1859) - Date: 1808-1816 - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 80 x 67

a Gentleman of the Byron Family
Artist - Title: a Gentleman of the Byron Family - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 16.5 x 13

J.H. Patterson, between c1915 and c1920. Creator: Bain News Service
J.H. Patterson, between c1915 and c1920. Shows industrialist John Henry Patterson (1844-1922), who founded the National Cash Register Company

Oskar II (Oskar Fredrik), 1829-1907, King of Sweden 1872 and of Norway 1872-1905, c.1897. Creator: Oscar Bjorck
Oskar II (Oskar Fredrik), 1829-1907, King of Sweden 1872 and of Norway 1872-1905, c.1897

Patrick Baron Seton (1849-1911), born in Scotland, active in Sweden and Scotland... 1891. Creator: Ivar Nyberg
Patrick Baron Seton (1849-1911), born in Scotland, active in Sweden and Scotland, court huntsman, landowner, justice of the peace, married to Beate Rosencrantz

General Anthoine, 1917. Creator: Unknown
General Anthoine, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

General Guillaumat, 1917. Creator: Unknown
General Guillaumat, 1917. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 2" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, 2023. Fictional Belgian detective created by British writer Agatha Christie

AI IMAGE - Portrait of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, 2023. Creator: Heritage Images
AI IMAGE - Portrait of Agatha Christie's Hercule Poirot, 2023. Fictional Belgian detective created by British writer Agatha Christie

Portrait of Peter Paul Reubens, 1757. Creator: Thomas Worlidge
Portrait of Peter Paul Reubens, 1757

Le lieutenant-colonel Patrice Mahon, 1914, (1916). Creator: Unknown
Le lieutenant-colonel Patrice Mahon. "A fait preuve d'une heroique bravoure, le 22 aout 1914, en se faisant tuer sur ses pieces pour donner l'exemple et empecher un recul precipite

Wright, J. Dunbar, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Feb. 17. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Wright, J. Dunbar, Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Feb. 17

Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25

Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Williamson, J.M. Mr. portrait photograph, 1915 Oct. 25

Von Ende, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 Oct. 13. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Von Ende, Mr. portrait photograph, 1917 Oct. 13

Patterson, John Henry, Mr. portrait photograph, 1912 Oct. 17. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Patterson, John Henry, Mr. portrait photograph, 1912 Oct. 17

Lago, Mario Rodi, Governor, portrait photograph, 1929 Creator: Arnold Genthe
Lago, Mario Rodi, Governor, portrait photograph, 1929

Hamilton, Edward H. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Hamilton, Edward H. Mr. portrait photograph, 1913

Portrait d'Ernest Cognacq, 1903. Creator: Jeanne-Magdeleine Favier
Portrait d'Ernest Cognacq, 1903

Portrait of Jean Lorrain (1855-1906), writer, c1900. Creator: Antonio de La Gandara
Portrait of Jean Lorrain (1855-1906), writer, c1900

Sir Peter Paul Rubens, 1757. Creator: Thomas Worlidge
Sir Peter Paul Rubens, 1757

The Rival Whiskers, n.d. Creator: Theodore Lane
The Rival Whiskers, n.d

Stéphane Mallarmé, 1897. Creator: Edvard Munch
Stephane Mallarme, 1897

Man in fur jacket and top hat sits at the far end of a chair "L. Wiede". (c1850s). Creator: Fritz von Dardel
Man in fur jacket and top hat sits at the far end of a chair "L. Wiede". (c1850s)

Firefighter A.F. Domishkevich in uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. Creator: Til Serebrin
Firefighter A.F. Domishkevich in uniform, late 19th cent - early 20th cent. This collection of photographs and documents from the private archive of Sergei Mikhailovich Chashchin relates to

Davis, M. between 1890 and 1910. Creator: Unknown
Davis, M. between 1890 and 1910

Captain C. H. H. Beley; Killed in action on the Black Mountain, Western Himalayas, October 5th 1888 Creator: Unknown
Captain C.H.H. Beley; Killed in action on the Black Mountain, Western Himalayas, October 5th 1888, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Portrait of Dr. Jackson, Before 1900. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Dr. Jackson, Before 1900

My Father, 1894, printed 1920 / 39. Creator: Alfred Stieglitz
My Father, 1894, printed 1920/39. A work made of gelatin silver print

Charles Hind, General, 1855. Creator: Roger Fenton
Charles Hind, General, 1855. A work made of thinly albumenized print

Photographic postcard portrait of a man wearing a hat and overalls, early 20th century
This real photo postcard features an image of a man in western attire. He is wearing a long sleeve shirt, overalls, a hat and has two scarves around his neck and a fake mustache

Tom Smith (1835-1870) (b / w photo)
PNP252394 Tom Smith (1835-1870) (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marshal of Abilene, Kansas; ); Peter Newark American Pictures; American

A. C. R. Carter (oil on canvas)
1128654 A. C. R. Carter (oil on canvas) by McEvoy, Ambrose (1878-1927); 124x98.5 cm; Bradford Art Galleries and Museums, West Yorkshire, UK; eBradford Museums & Galleries; English, out of copyright

Chris Madsen (1851-1944) (b / w photo)
PNP252389 Chris Madsen (1851-1944) (b/w photo) by American Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Famous deputy US Marshal of the Oklahoma Territory; emigrated from Denmark to the US in 1870;)

Portrait of Tsar Alexander II (oil on canvas)
1195690 Portrait of Tsar Alexander II (oil on canvas) by Rizzoni, Paul (Pavel) Antonovich (1823-1913); 94.2x75 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rizzoni)

Tom Monagan (b / w photo)
DHS212239 Tom Monagan (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Dallas Historical Society, Texas, USA; eDallas Historical Society; American, out of copyright

Self Portrait of the Artist in his Studio (oil on canvas)
989865 Self Portrait of the Artist in his Studio (oil on canvas) by Bouvet, Henry (1859-1945); 162x97 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Self-portrait, (oil on canvas)
989722 Self-portrait, (oil on canvas) by Trouillebert, Paul Desire (1829-1900); 65x52 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Self-portrait. Paul Desire Trouillebert (1829-1900). Oil on canvas

Portrait of Ferdinand Lesseps, 1850-1914. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Ferdinand Lesseps, 1850-1914. Former attribution Felix Bracquemond

John A. Sleicher, Albany Evening Journal, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

O. H. Rothaker, The Omaha Republican, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen &
O.H. Rothaker, The Omaha Republican, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

Page McCarty, The Richmond Daily Times, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

A. H. Belo, The Galveston Daily News, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen &
A.H. Belo, The Galveston Daily News, from the American Editors series (N1) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes Brands, 1887

Joseph Dion, Billiard Player, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Joseph Dion, Billiard Player, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Jimmy Carroll, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen &
Jimmy Carroll, Pugilist, from Worlds Champions, Series 1 (N28) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes, 1887

Portrait of a Seated Gentleman, ca. 1856-59. Creator: Horatio Ross
Portrait of a Seated Gentleman, ca. 1856-59

Brevet Lieutenant Colonel Cure, 1856. Creator: Alfred Capel-Cure
Brevet Lieutenant Colonel Cure, 1856

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"The Handlebar Moustache: A Timeless Symbol of Elegance and Masculinity" The handlebar moustache, with its distinctive curled ends, has long been associated with sophistication and charm. Its origins can be traced back to the 19th century when it gained popularity among gentlemen of the Byron family, such as Thomas Wildman (1787-1859), who proudly sported this iconic facial hair style. Throughout history, notable figures have embraced the handlebar moustache, leaving their mark on both society and fashion. From Captain C. H. H. Beley, a courageous soldier who tragically lost his life in action on the Black Mountain in Western Himalayas in 1888; to Dr. Jackson, whose portrait captured his dignified presence before 1900; these men exemplify the timeless allure of this facial hair choice. Photographers like Alfred Stieglitz immortalized individuals like "My Father" in 1894 but printed decades later in 1920/39 - showcasing how this distinguished look transcends time. Even military leaders like General Charles Hind from 1855 were not immune to its appeal. Not limited to famous personalities alone, everyday men also found solace in adorning themselves with a handlebar moustache. An early 20th-century photographic postcard portrays an anonymous man wearing overalls and a hat while confidently displaying his well-groomed upper lip masterpiece. Tom Smith (1835-1870) and Chris Madsen (1851-1944) are two more ordinary individuals who elevated their appearance through their commitment to cultivating impressive handlebar moustaches. Whether depicted through oil paintings or black-and-white photographs, the handlebar moustache remains an enduring symbol of masculinity that continues to captivate our imagination even today. It represents a bygone era when grooming was an art form and attention to detail was paramount.