The Flemish-born artist Anthony Van Dyck became famous in England as King Charles I’s court painter. Not only did his career manage to thrive despite the execution of his patron, but the artist’s own appearance changed the way British men … Continue reading
There is a widespread belief that the word ‘barbarians’ derives from barba, the Latin word for beard. Sadly, etymologists dispute this strenuously, which is a pity, as it makes for a good story that in ancient times, those nations whose … Continue reading
‘Among the most copiously bearded men of his generation was the Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw, who became one of the most famous faces in London. Shaw’s facial hair was so well known that he could be recognised just in … Continue reading
‘If you teach a poor young man to shave himself, and keep his razor in order, you may contribute more to the happiness of his life than in giving him a thousand guineas. This sum may be soon spent, the … Continue reading
The cutting of the hair of the beard, which is said to be nourished by the superfluous humours of the stomach, denotes that we ought to cut away vices and sins which are a superfluous growth in us. Hence we … Continue reading
In the first year of Queen Elizabeth it was ordered ‘that no fellow of the house should wear a beard of above a fortnight’s growth under the penalty of loss of commons (food), and, in the case of obstinacy, of … Continue reading
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By the turn of the twentieth century, beards were worn mostly by grumpy old men, and in 1904 the writer and humorist Frank Richardson coined the expression ‘face fungus’. Although he is little read today, Richardson was popular in his … Continue reading
The concept of the stylish modern-day man seems to change from day to day. It can be hard to keep up with the times and make sure that your appearance looks good in the modern world. Obviously, you don’t have … Continue reading
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Let’s talk about this Vintage beard plate on Etsy UK Unique 27cm Vintage beard plate on Etsy UK with Victorian Medical illustrations from an extensive collection of obscure bandaging techniques. A unique, one-off, up-cycled vintage plate. Only one available £35. Decorated … Continue reading
In 1904 a London County Council report stated that anyone suffering from ring-worm of the beard (a scourge of the day) must not be served in the barbers, hairdressers’ or haircutting shops’. This clause was seen even more important than … Continue reading
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