Make Up Collection

Brigitte Helm in Georg Wilhelm Pabsts Abwege (1928)
Brigitte Helm

Two street children dressed in the style of Krishna at Diwali festival time, begging for alms from temple visitors, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Actress Una Stubb as Aunt Sally in the Southern Television series of Worzel Gummidge. Aunt Sally was a life-size fairground doll and Worzels femme fatale. 21st October 1980

Good bye and Thank You ! Mind my make-up- illustration from la Vie Parisienne, 1918 (litho)
3029674 Good bye and Thank You ! Mind my make-up- illustration from la Vie Parisienne, 1918 (litho) by Martin, Charles (1884-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Au Revoir et Merci)

Woman at Her Toilette, 1875 / 80. Creator: Berthe Morisot
Woman at Her Toilette, 1875/80

The Jewess; La Juive, c. 1907-1908 (oil on canvas)
1769010 The Jewess; La Juive, c.1907-1908 (oil on canvas) by Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920); 54.9x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jewess; La Juive. Amedeo Modigliani (1884-1920)

Kiss, American rock band arrived in the UK today, the four man group landed at Heathrow Airport in star-spangled skintight costumes and heavy makeup

Rita Tushingham July 1965 actress with 15 month old baby Dodonna

Dusty Springfield, popular English singer, pictured in Albert Square, Manchester, England. Picture taken 20th May 1965

Anthony Quayle on the set of Ice Cold In Alex (1958)
Anthony Quayle in make up in preparation for the filming of the famous quicksands sequence of Ice Cold In Alex (1958) at Elstree Studios

Bust of Queen Nefertiti, from the studio of the sculptor Thutmose at Tell el-Amarna
REV267404 Bust of Queen Nefertiti, from the studio of the sculptor Thutmose at Tell el-Amarna (painted limestone) (see also 114018)

Anthony Hopkins sitting in dressing room being made up for filming - November 1978

Punk fashions for him and her from Seditionaries, Kings Road, London. Clothes are modelled by Jordan (Pamela Rooke). 18th May 1977. Clothes are modelled by Jordan Mooney (Pamela Rooke). 18th May 1977

Steve Kember of Crystal Palace has make up applied by teammate Alan Birchenhall Both will be appearing on the ITV programme On The Ball. 10th September 1970

Picture No. 11071352
Dog Neapolitan Mastiff / Mastino Napoletano / Matin de Naples - wearing wig glasses earrings and make-up

Austria, Vienna, Portrait of Infanta Margarita Theresa (1651-1673) at Age 8, 1659
Diego Velazquez (1599-1660), Portrait of Infanta Margarita Theresa (1651-1673) at Age 8, 1659

Dilettanti Theatricals, or A Peep at the Green Room, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803
NCO189740 Dilettanti Theatricals, or A Peep at the Green Room, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1803 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray

Barbara Windsor (right) having her hair sorted on the film set of Carry On Doctor. This scene was filmed at Maidenhead Town Hall, which doubled as the hospital for the film

Ben Lester entertaining the children at a British Steel Gala

Oliver Reed not wearing his wig at his home in Wimbledon, South West, London. 29th November 1970. Oliver Reed, at this time, was filming The Devils, a Ken Russell film

Diana Dors at Elstree Studios
with Studio hairdresser A.G. Scott during the filming of Yield to the Night in 1956

Unidentified lady, early 17th century (watercolour, gum arabic, vellum, gilt)
7340109 Unidentified lady, early 17th century (watercolour, gum arabic, vellum, gilt) by Oliver, Isaac (c.1565-1617); 5.1x4.3 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630779 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

How films are made: Continuity Girl (colour litho)
8660300 How films are made: Continuity Girl (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Continuity Girl)

Let's kiss and make up! (colour litho)
8656733 Let's kiss and make up! (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Let's kiss and make up! Postcard, early 20th century)

Polished pallet with a bird's head, 31st century BC (stone)
AIS5376266 Polished pallet with a bird's head, 31st century BC (stone); Egyptian National Museum, Cairo, Egypt; (add.info.: The paddles were used to grind pigment for blush.); © Iberfoto.

Coosa-Tustunnuggee (Creek) 1831 (Oil on canvas)
8766623 Coosa-Tustunnuggee (Creek) 1831 (Oil on canvas) by Inman, Henry (1801-46); 98.4x85.7 cm; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art .

Engraving depicting a French noblewoman at her morning toilette. 18th century
5304962 Engraving depicting a French noblewoman at her morning toilette. 18th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a French noblewoman at her morning toilette)

Woman with skin rashes and redness caused by the use of make-up (coloured engraving)
8655685 Woman with skin rashes and redness caused by the use of make-up (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Buffoon
Nick Amanda

Barbiecore 010
Julia Ramiro

Lifestyle. Cosmetics. Making of the face powder in a perfume manufacture. Illustration, France, c.1930
2636447 Lifestyle. Cosmetics. Making of the face powder in a perfume manufacture. Illustration, France, c.1930.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cosmetique. Illustration, France, vers 1930. Coll)

clowns on stage, France, c. 1900 (chromo)
1790204 clowns on stage, France, c. 1900 (chromo); (add.info.: clowns on stage in France, early 20th century); Photo © CCI.

Woman pole-squatting, 1932 (b/w photo)
8626550 Woman pole-squatting, 1932 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman taking part in a pole-squatting contest, a craze imported from America)

Head of a Woman, c.1739 (oil on canvas)
XOS5871888 Head of a Woman, c.1739 (oil on canvas) by Guardi, Giovanni Antonio (1699-1760); 62.5x53.5 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH, USA; (add.info.: by Antonio Guardi).

Advertisement for 'Lorenzy-Palanca' perfume shop, Marseille, c.1900 (colour litho)
PER320951 Advertisement for 'Lorenzy-Palanca' perfume shop, Marseille, c.1900 (colour litho); Private Collection; (add.info)

Caa-Tou-See (Chippewa) 1831 (Oil on canvas)
8766606 Caa-Tou-See (Chippewa) 1831 (Oil on canvas) by Inman, Henry (1801-46); 98.4x85.7 cm; High Museum of Art, Atlanta, Georgia, USA; © High Museum of Art .

Girl putting on lipstick in the mirror (colour litho)
8672204 Girl putting on lipstick in the mirror (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The would be movie actress. Girl putting on lipstick in the mirror)

I'm putting on my war-paint and getting ready for the fray here (colour litho)
8656697 I'm putting on my war-paint and getting ready for the fray here (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sentry at the Horse Guards, Whitehall (colour photo)
8668600 Sentry at the Horse Guards, Whitehall (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sentry at the Horse Guards, Whitehall)

Client: John Craig - Knitwear shoot - September 7, 1966 (1/2) Date: 1966

Rider with check coat, riding helmet, tight roll-neck jumper/sweater and her horse Date: circa late 1940s

Client: John Craig - Knitwear shoot - September 7, 1966 (2/2) Date: 1966

A heart made of fire
Ruslan Bolgov

Blue-Future
Klaus Tesching

Harmony
Adela Lia Rusu

Repose with Flowers
Ruth Day

Beauty Art
Dmitriy Aychuvakov

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"Unveiling the Art of Transformation: A Timeless Journey through Make-Up" Step into the captivating world of make-up, where faces become canvases and stories unfold. From Brigitte Helm's mesmerizing portrayal in Georg Wilhelm Pabsts Abwege (1928) to the enchanting street children dressed as Krishna during Diwali festival, make-up has been an integral part of artistic expression throughout history. Dusty Springfield, the iconic English singer, radiates elegance as she graces Albert Square in Manchester, England. Meanwhile, Rita Tushingham captivates us with her talent on-screen while simultaneously embracing motherhood with her 15-month-old baby Dodonna by her side. Anthony Quayle's transformation on the set of Ice Cold In Alex (1958) showcases how make-up can transport actors into different eras and characters. Similarly, Dilettanti Theatricals offers a glimpse into the vibrant Green Room culture from 1803 – a testament to make-up's enduring presence in theatrical arts. Even legendary actor Anthony Hopkins experiences moments of vulnerability as he sits in his dressing room being meticulously prepared for filming in November 1978. Barbara Windsor receives royal treatment on the film set of Carry On Doctor as her hair is expertly styled. The arrival of Kiss, the American rock band at Heathrow Airport sparks excitement among fans who eagerly anticipate their electrifying performances enhanced by striking make-up designs. Ben Lester brings joy to children at a British Steel Gala through whimsical face paintings that ignite their imaginations. Amidst this rich tapestry lies Picture No. 11071352 - an enigmatic snapshot that invites us to unravel its secrets hidden beneath layers of artistry and self-expression. And finally, we encounter Queen Nefertiti herself; immortalized through Thutmose's skillful hands and brought to life with intricate cosmetic adornments. Make-up transcends time, culture, and boundaries.