Object Details
Description
The indications or uses for this product, as described on its corresponding trade card (1988.3152.222):
For the Skin and Hair; "This incomperable preparation imparts an elegance and lustre to the hair which nothing else can effect. It renders it Beautiful, Luxuriant and Glossy, makes it curl, retain it in any desired position, and frees the scalp entirely from dandruff. It exhales the richest and most luscious perfume of flowers, and will not soil the most delicate fabric.
Location
Currently not on view
date made
ca 1850-1860
ID Number
MG.M-10755 [dup25]
catalog number
M-10755
accession number
256193
catalog number
256193.350
Object Name
scalp treatment
hair dressing
hair care product
Other Terms
Bottle, OTC Preparation; Containers
Physical Description
green (overall color)
glass (overall material)
green ware (overall popular color name)
rectangular bottle (overall shape)
narrow mouth (overall shape)
Measurements
overall: 6 in x 2 1/4 in x 1 3/8 in; 15.24 cm x 5.715 cm x 3.4925 cm
place made
United States: New York, New York City
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Medicine and Science: Medicine
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Beauty and Hygiene Products: Hair Care and Enhancement
Data Source
National Museum of American History
Subject
Hair Care Products
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nmah_732606