Real Photo Postcard Barbershop Haircuts Mirrors Early 1900s Men’s Grooming
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Condition: *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and ... Read more about the seller notes *Please* use the Hip photo magnifier to check for flaws on each picture, mouse over to zoom and click to enlarge. Comes from a smoke free home. Common errors from the scanner vs damage are digital lines (usually grey or pink), cutting off the top of the card/words. Read Less about the seller notes
Exceptional original real photo postcard (RPPC) depicting a bustling early 1900s barbershop interior. The image shows five barbers and their customers mid-haircut — an atmospheric glimpse into the everyday rhythm of a traditional men’s grooming parlor at the height of the Edwardian era.Each barber wears a crisp white shirt and bow tie, a mark of professionalism of the period, while their clients sit draped in fresh white towels. Behind them, a row of ornate wooden mirrored stations gleams under elegant hanging light fixtures, reflecting rows of vintage bottles, shaving brushes, and grooming tools. The patterned tile floor and decorative wallpaper border complete the period-perfect setting.The postcard’s AZO stamp box with four triangles pointing up dates it to circa 1904–1918, placing it firmly in the pre–World War I era when barbershops were not just for haircuts — they were social hubs where men gathered to talk business, politics, and sports.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Era: Circa 1904–1918 (AZO triangles-up stamp box)Subject: Barbershop interior with barbers and customersStyle: Edwardian men’s grooming parlorCondition: Excellent vintage condition with sharp detail and contrast; light edge wear typical of age; no creases.Back: Divided back, unusedSize: Standard 3.5 x 5.5 inchesHistorical Context:At the dawn of the 20th century, the barbershop was a vital institution in American towns and cities. These were places of male camaraderie and civic connection, where personal style met social ritual. The rise of tiled interiors, mirrored back bars, and sterilized tools reflected a growing focus on hygiene and professionalism, influenced by the Progressive Era’s standards of public health.This postcard beautifully encapsulates that transformative period — when the humble haircut became part of a larger cultural experience. The fine craftsmanship of the furniture, lighting, and mirrored cabinetry also highlights the pride these tradesmen took in their craft and their establishments.
Exceptional original real photo postcard (RPPC) depicting a bustling early 1900s barbershop interior. The image shows five barbers and their customers mid-haircut — an atmospheric glimpse into the everyday rhythm of a traditional men’s grooming parlor at the height of the Edwardian era.Each barber wears a crisp white shirt and bow tie, a mark of professionalism of the period, while their clients sit draped in fresh white towels. Behind them, a row of ornate wooden mirrored stations gleams under elegant hanging light fixtures, reflecting rows of vintage bottles, shaving brushes, and grooming tools. The patterned tile floor and decorative wallpaper border complete the period-perfect setting.The postcard’s AZO stamp box with four triangles pointing up dates it to circa 1904–1918, placing it firmly in the pre–World War I era when barbershops were not just for haircuts — they were social hubs where men gathered to talk business, politics, and sports.Details:Type: Real Photo Postcard (RPPC)Era: Circa 1904–1918 (AZO triangles-up stamp box)Subject: Barbershop interior with barbers and customersStyle: Edwardian men’s grooming parlorCondition: Excellent vintage condition with sharp detail and contrast; light edge wear typical of age; no creases.Back: Divided back, unusedSize: Standard 3.5 x 5.5 inchesHistorical Context:At the dawn of the 20th century, the barbershop was a vital institution in American towns and cities. These were places of male camaraderie and civic connection, where personal style met social ritual. The rise of tiled interiors, mirrored back bars, and sterilized tools reflected a growing focus on hygiene and professionalism, influenced by the Progressive Era’s standards of public health.This postcard beautifully encapsulates that transformative period — when the humble haircut became part of a larger cultural experience. The fine craftsmanship of the furniture, lighting, and mirrored cabinetry also highlights the pride these tradesmen took in their craft and their establishments.
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- thepapergallery2 (2188)
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- 06/23/2010
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- California, United States
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