Wigs Collection

James Doughty, oldest clown in England
James Doughty of Brighton, at the time of this photograph the oldest clown in England, about to celebrate his 94th birthday. Seen here in costume with two of his performing dogs

London Trade Card - William Johnson, Wig Maker
London Trade Card - William Johnson, Peruke (Wig) Maker, in Castle Alley near Royal Exchange. Wigs for men and women. 18th century

Picture No. 10900268
CAT - Black Cat Date:

Dog. Golden Retriever wearing wig
JD-20384 Dog. Golden Retriever wearing wig John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

The Court at Brighton a La Chinese - 1816 by George Cruikshank (1792-1878) British Museum This painting satirises the Prince Regents passion for Chinoiserie which culminated in the building of

Wigs in Hairdressers
A blonde curly wig on a dummy with a tiara in a hairdresser s

HOGARTH / THE BENCH
The difference between character and caricature. The central figure is Sir John Willes, Chief Justice, lecher and scourge of rioters

A Consultation of Physicians, or The Company of Undertakers
STC451216 A Consultation of Physicians, or The Company of Undertakers, illustration from Hogarth Restored: The Whole Works of the celebrated William Hogarth, re-engraved by Thomas Cook, pub

Leo McKern actor Rumpole of the Bailey December 1988 Dbase

Jurisprudence by H. M. Bateman is an humorous illustration of a Judge sitting in the courtroom balancing a feather or quill on his nose

Tristram Shandy by Hogarth, designed by Mr. Hogarth for Mr. Sternes comic novel, incomparable Tristram Shandy. The characters in the representation so graphically depicted are Mr

Lady embracing her lawyer (colour litho)
3096423 Lady embracing her lawyer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady embracing her lawyer. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Portrait of Joseph Haydn (engraving)
814845 Portrait of Joseph Haydn (engraving) by Austrian School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Joseph Haydn)

Peter the Great and the Burgomaster (engraving)
2781197 Peter the Great and the Burgomaster (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter the Great and the Burgomaster)

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

Wig Shop - Middle Temple, London
E Albins Wigmaker and Hair Cutters Shop, selling wigs to the members of the Legal Profession, based in the vicinity of the Middle Temple, London. Date: 1857

At the Old Bailey: Lord Darling, Sir Herbert Austin and the late Richard Muir Date: C.20th Century

Theatrical Wig Maker
An old gentleman wig maker at work, Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC), Stratford-upon- Avon, Warwickshire, England. Date: 1960s

Gowns That Express Poetic Ideas
Purple and blue wigs to complete the colour-schemes of dresses: gowns that express poetic ideas. Costumes from the house of Madame Lucile

Making Barristers Wigs
The wigmakers firm, Messrs. Ede & Ravenscroft, prepare a wig to fit a woman barrister, whose longer hair has proved a problem with the wearing of wigs in court

Lawyer / Fashionable Wigs
A barrister wonders if a more fashionable style of wig could help him impress the jurors

Founding of the Bank of England - proposed by William Paterson, the Bank of England was formed with Sir John Houblon as its first Governor, initially located in Mercers Hall. Date: 1694

Portrait of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (litho)
814974 Portrait of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (litho) by Austrian School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart)

Ridiculous taste or the ladies absurdity, 1771. Private Collection

Old Court of Session
The last sitting of the Old Court of Session, Edinburgh

Freiheit Trial / 1881
The Freiheit prosecution - trial of Herr Johann Most at the Cebtral Criminal Court (Old Bailey). Mr A M Sullivan (Counsel for the Defence) is speaking

Extravagant Hairstyle
The wretched consequences of trying to be fashionable : satire on the extravagant hairstyles of the period

Meeting of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland 1783, 1783
3479407 Meeting of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland 1783, 1783; (add.info.: The General Assembly of the Kirk of Scotland (Church of Scotland) 1783

Portrait of Jose de Galvez, 1784 (litho)
6348948 Portrait of Jose de Galvez, 1784 (litho); 33.8x44.4 cm; (add.info.: Portrait of Jose de Galvez (1720-1787) a Spanish lawyer

La Promenade, 1918 (colour litho)
STC363543 La Promenade, 1918 (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The walk; A woman walking her dog in a fashionable park)

An engraving depicting a poverty-stricken woman selling her hair to a wig maker
5311137 An engraving depicting a poverty-stricken woman selling her hair to a wig maker. Illustrated by George John Pinwell (1842-1875) a British illustrator and Watercolourist

Caricature of macaroni fashions of the late 18th century, men in long wigs powdered with pomatum
FLO4717956 Caricature of macaroni fashions of the late 18th century, men in long wigs powdered with pomatum. Copperplate engraving after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier)

A barber shaving a customer
5308069 A barber shaving a customer.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a barber shaving a customer, while wigs have been placed on stands ready to be dressed. Dated 19th century)

Raising his hat, 1838
3479453 Raising his hat, 1838; (add.info.: Gardener respectfully raises his hat to a gentleman. Both men are wearing wigs. 1837-8.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Powder and Puff - drawn by James Godwin, 1862. Creator: Mason Jackson
Powder and Puff - drawn by James Godwin, 1862. 'Given, four-and twenty fiddlers all of a row - to say nothing of the "loud bassoon," and the performers on the clarinet; given

Men trying on wigs, 1800-1805. Creator: Jacob Smies
Men trying on wigs, 1800-1805. A frenologist is looking for the right wig at a wig maker's shop. A large group of so-called scientists watches

Court of Claims in Session, 1937. Creator: Unknown
Court of Claims in Session, 1937. From "The Coronation of H.M. King George VI and H.M. Queen Elizabeth 1937". [John Player & Sons, London, 1937]

The Four Regents, the Secretary and the House Father of the Lepers House of Amsterdam, 1773, 1773

Group portrait of four artists, c.1680. Creator: Monogrammist G. F
Group portrait of four artists, c.1680. One of them is holding a drawing depicting the allegorical figure of Time, with cherub and hourglass

Christian V Presents Danish Law 1683, 1784. Creator: Nicolai Abraham Abildgaard
Christian V Presents Danish Law 1683, 1784

Christmas Pantomime - 1941, 1947. Creator: Unknown
Christmas Pantomime - 1941, 1947. "Cinderella" at Windsor Castle starring the future Queen Elizabeth II (right), as Prince Florizel the principal boy

'The Central Criminal Court - New Court, Old Bailey, 1891, 1891. Creator: Robert Barnes
'The Central Criminal Court - New Court, Old Bailey, 1891, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

"Trial of the Pyx", at the Office of the Comptroller-General of the Exchequer, Whitehall, 1854. The trial takes place in the principal apartment of the Exchequer-office

The Lord Chancellor receiving the Judges in the Middle Temple, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Lord Chancellor receiving the Judges in the Middle Temple, [London], 1862. The Lord Chancellor's levee. On Monday week the Courts of Law met after the long vacation

Actress Helen Mirren (18) April 1965 At a rehearsal playing the Egyptian queen Cleopatra in the National Youth Theatre at the Old Vic

A Penny Barber, 1789. 1789. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
A Penny Barber, 1789

Picture No. 12480233
Red Persian Cat wearing ginger wig, pumpkin glasses Date:

13131299
Common Toad wearing rainbow wig Date: 19-12-2019

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Wigs: A Timeless Fashion Statement" Step into the world of wigs, where hair becomes an art form. From the bustling streets of London to the grandeur of Brighton's court, they have adorned heads throughout history, leaving their mark on society. London Trade Card - William Johnson, Wig Maker: In a city known for its fashion-forward trends, wig makers like William Johnson catered to those seeking to enhance their appearance with elaborate and stylish headpieces. James Doughty, oldest clown in England: Even clowns recognized the transformative power of wigs. James Doughty donned colorful and eccentric wigs as part of his act, captivating audiences with his comedic charm. Picture No. 10900268: Imagine a Golden Retriever wearing a wig. This whimsical image reminds us that even our furry friends can join in on the fun and embrace their alter egos. The Court at Brighton à la Chinese - 1816 by George Cruikshank (1792-1878): Wearing wigs was not limited to everyday life; it extended into high society too. The elite at Brighton's court embraced Chinese-inspired hairstyles complete with ornate wigs adorned with intricate decorations. Portrait of Joseph Haydn (engraving): Renowned composer Joseph Haydn immortalized himself not only through music but also through his distinct powdered wig—a symbol of elegance and refinement during his time. Leo McKern actor Rumpole of the Bailey December 1988 DBase: they have played significant roles in theatrical performances throughout history. Leo McKern's portrayal as Rumpole showcased how these artificial locks could transform actors into characters from different eras or walks of life. Wigs in Hairdressers: Step inside any hair salon today, and you'll likely find an array of modern-day wigs waiting to be styled or customized according to individual preferences—proof that this timeless accessory continues to captivate. HOGARTH / THE BENCH.