Victorians at the Seashore - Kristin Holt

Victorians at the Seashore by Kristin Holt: 19th century bathing suits for men, women, and children. Bathing Machines, propriety, & safety.

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Victorians at the Seashore - Kristin Holt

Original bathing costumes from the mid-19th century are vanishingly rare, but I did manage to find a few! The e…

Chinese shave. Part 1 of 2. Osage County Chronicle of Burlingame, Kansas on September 6, 1872, Old West Barber Shop, KristinHolt…

Medicated Steam Baths at Smedley's. Advertised in Lawrence Daily Journal of Lawrence, Kansas, on June 29, 1888. (price compariso…

150 Fashion ideas vintage illustration, art deco fashion, art deco illustration

150 Fashion ideas vintage illustration, art deco fashion, art deco illustration