Elizabethan makeup and portraiture

The history of tutor cosmetics 

Back in the 16th and 17th century, the ideal women was seen to have had a snow white complexion with red lips and cheeks, this was considered a sign of wealth and nobility , the lighter the skin complexion the wealthier you were.

In order for the Elizabethan women to achieve the snow white complexion,  a number of poisonous substances were mixed together such as vinegar and white lead or egg whites, powdered egg shells, alum , borax and white poppy seeds. These lotions which elizabethan would apply would bleach harm and irritate the skin, sometimes women would apply these lotions up to more than three times a week, it would not only be applied to the face however, it would also be applied to the neck breaststroke and hands sometimes blue veins were also draw on to create a more realistic look.
Anonymous. (unknown). beauty in the 17th century. Available: http://www.rmg.co.uk/queens-house/history/fact-files/beauty-in-the-17th-century. Last accessed 13/10/14.

The Elizabethan look was also all about emphasising the cheeks and lips. The red mixture applied to these areas of the face were usually made from cochineal which was made from crushed beetles and also harmless product used as food colouring , vermillion, gum Arabic, egg white and milk from figs.

Simon Adams (2004). Eyewitness tudor . england : unknown. 
"As Elizabeth aged she wanted to look as young as she could in order to portray to her people as being ageless , after catching a disease of small pox which nearly killed her she lead her people to believe the disease had left her unmarked therefore she would wear a makeup base of  lead and mercury which also caused deterioration to the skin. Poisionous products applied to the skin would sometimes leave Elizabethan women with nausea, stomach cramps paralysis or death."

Helen Reynolds (23/04/2003). A fashionable history of makeup and body decoration. England: heinemann library. 
" Queen Elizabeth I 1533-1603 used poisionous drops from a deadly nightshade plant in order to make her pupils appear larger, for centuries afterwards this then later became common for fashionable women to do."

Wealthy tutor women also followed the fashion of dying their hair a light strawberry blonde colour using substances such as saffron cured seed oil and urine. Due to the amount of product Elizabethan women began to use on their hair this resulted in loss of hair due to this wigs and hair pieces suddenly became popular.Queen Elizabeth was known to have a collection of over 80 wigs.

Ian Mortimer (1/10/2009). The time travellers guide to elizabethan England . London: Vintage. 1

speaks vaguely about the history of cosmetics . The author addresses the reader as if he were Elizabeth and what it her lifestyle was like back in the Elizabethan era.

" But still your scalp itches from washing your hair in caustic lye". 

By Ian Mortimer highlighting to the author Elizabeth washing her hair in caustic lye which is a mixture of potassium hydroxide in history terms this gives the reader an idea on how important the ideal women image was to the Elizabethan women.

Who wore makeup in the Elizabethan era?

Men and women in the court were known to wear makeup which were the people to be considered as wealthy in the Elizabethan era in the court there was also a bigger variety of lotions powders and ointments to wear.

Where was the makeup kept ?

The Elizabethan ' s would often keep their lotions and perfumes away safely in glass pots which were stored in wooden boxes.

Queen Elizabeth

Elizabeth the daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn came to the thrown after the death of her sister Mary in 1558 until her death. Elizabeth was also known as the virgin queen . Before Elizabeth became queen her overall image was pure, however when she became queen her overall image changed her skin got darker her face became more fuller and her hair became more yellow and fuller.When Elizabeth was 28 she caught a near death dose of pox leaving her with scars on her face this caused her to wear  wore makeup such as the white lead mixture and vinegar applied to her face and the cochineal red applied to her lips and Cheeks. Elizabeth ' s 65th year on the thrown , she had transformed completely her hair had fallen out due to the dye applied to it and the amount of wigs and hair pieces she wore, her teeth had also Began to fall out and more white lead makeup was applied to her face.During Elizabeth ' s last year's on the thrown, she refused to have a mirror in her room. All images of Elizabeth are interpretations there is no accurate image of what Elizabeth actually looked like.

Anonymous. (unknown). tudor pearl necklace with heart pendant.Available: http://www.boredbard.com/historicaljewelry/N84history.htm. Last accessed 13/10/14.

The 1546 portrait of Elizabeth I when she was 14 years old before she took the thrown conveys her purity.

painted by unknown English artist. (1559). The Elizabethan prayer book. Available: http://justus.anglican.org/resources/bcp/1559/BCP_1559.htm. Last accessed 13/10/14.

The 1559 portrait of Elizabeth I at her coronation her hair is loose and her overall image is pure due to her being unmarried . Elizabeth was known as the virgin Queen.

Anonymous. (unknown). Queen Elizabeth 1558-1603. Available: hhttp://www.britroyals.com/kings.asp?id=elizabeth1. Last accessed 1/12/14.

The portrait of Elizabeth reigning the thrown 1558-1603 shows she is wearing a wig which is up off her face and more makeup is applied to her face Elizabeth still portrays the pure virgin queen image but has lost the unmarried women persona , she portrays the image of being a women married to England.

Elizabeth 1998 Cate Blanchett

The 1998 film of Elizabeth starring Cate Blanchett , shows the audience an interpretation of a virgin queen  taking to the throne  . Cate Blanchett also stars in Elizabeth the golden age which is a sequel to the 1998 movie showing  the audience and interpretation of the later part of Elizabeth life. The 1998 movie however was awarded best makeup designed by Jenny Shirecore a British makeup artist. After watching Elizabeth 1998 the film I can take into consideration the transformation throughout the film .At the beginning of the film Elizabeth is interpreted as pure her makeup and hair is natural and light,  at her coronation she portrays the image of unmarried women pure with her hair loose. when she takes to During her time on the thrown her hair is mainly up and  makeup slowly begins to get paler , towards the end of the film the ladies of the court are seen cutting Elizabeth s long locks Cate Blanchett who plays Elizabeth mentions she is now a virgin displaying the pure image. Towards the end of the film she is seen wearing a dark red wig with a pale complexion and rosy cheeks as she is walking towards the thrown she says to her people I am married to England as a result she loses the unmarried women image as she has gotten more mature.

movieclips. (published 16/06/2011). Elizabeth (11/11) movie clip- the virgin queen 1998 HD. Available: http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=9mnLbhHR6-g. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Dale Dietrich. (21/11/2008). Elizabeth 1998. Available: http://www.daleisphere.com/tag/cate-blanchett. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Cate Blanchett before she takes to the thrown 

Anonymous. (unknown). The chameleons:Cate Blanchett. Available: http://www.themakeupgallery.info/character/cham/blanchett.htm. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Cate Blanchett at the end of the film Queen Elizabeth 'married to England'

Fire over England 1937 Dame Flora Robson 

The 1937 film fire over England was a drama set whilst Elizabeth had taken to the throne and she supports England whilst they are at breaking point with Spain. After watching the trailer of fire over England and reading the summary of the film only one look is maintained throughout the film which is whilst she reigning the thrown therefore Flora Robson is seen wearing wigs  with headgear included and huge ruffles around her neck. 

Bethany Latham (31/05/2011). Elizabeth 1 in film and television: a study of major portrayals . unknown : McFarland & CO inc.. online extract. 

The special effects used to create Flora Robson ' s Elizabethan look, in order to play the role she had to wear a false nose.

Paul Mavis (2000). Espoinage of filmography. unknown: Mcfarland & CO inc. online extrract .

"Renee Hulbert was responsible for the special effects of 1937 fire over England, however the makeup artist is unknown this may be due to the film being shot in black an white."

HistoryMick. (08/04/2011). North east history tour. Available: http://northeasthistorytour.blogspot.co.uk/2011/04/dame-flora-robson-nz371658.html. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Sea hawk 1940 Flora Robson

The 1940 starring Flora Robson for the second time as Elizabeth I focuses on Spain trying to destroy England whilst Elizabeth is on the thrown. The film maintains one look throughout the film which is whilst she is reigning the thrown therefore Flora Robson who plays the role of Elizabeth wears wigs and headgear to create a wealthy women married to England and sophisticated look. 

Anonymous. (website publication unknown fil published 1940). the sea hawk 1940. Available: http://m.imdb.com/title/tt0033028/fullcredits/. Last accessed 13/10/14.

"The makeup artist for the movie includes per West Moore who is a talented makeup artist bronzer in Los Angeles who is known to have won a star on the Hollywood walk of fame."

Anonymous. (unknown). C16th makeups:the sea hawk. Available: http://www.themakeupgallery.info/period/c16/uk/elizabeth/seahawk.htm. Last accessed 13/10/14

The virgin queen 1955 Betty Davis 

The 1955 the virgin queen starring Betty Davis is a drama which focuses on her relationship with Sir Walter Raleigh . After watching a section of the film it is noticeable that Betty Davis who plays Elizabeth is already reigning the thrown in the film therefore the makeup is a snow white complexion with rosy checks and red lips, in order to play the role of Elizabeth Betty however had to have the front of her hair line shaved in order to increase the size of her forehead due to back in the Elizabethan times high foreheads was seen as a sign of intelligence .In another film clip of the virgin queen 1955 in an evening scene where Elizabeth orders a lady in the court to be taken away she is in her night dress , she has no, makeup  on , her skin looks aged and without the wigs her hair is fine and fallen out, this scene is towards the end of the film. 
Anonymous. (published 20/10/2013 ). the virgin queen 1955 (video clip). Available: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkM0qhGsh-E. Last accessed 13/10/14

Anonymous. (publication of website unknown the virgin queen 1955).the virgin queen 1955. Available: http://m.imdb.com/title/tt0048791/fullcredits?ref_=m_tt_cl_scc. Last accessed 13/10/14.
"The makeup artist for the 1955 film was Per West more who also done the makeup for 1940 sea hawk and Ben Nye. Helen Turpin was responsible for the hair styling."

Keith Jones. (16/08/2011). The private lives of Elizabeth and essex-and of shakespeare. Available: http://bardfilm.blogspot.co.uk/2011/08/private-lives-of-elizabeth-and-essex.html. Last accessed 13/10/14.

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Betty Davis playing Elizabeth  towards the end of the film her skin looks pale her skin looks more aged and she is wearing a dark red wig. 

BBC series Elizabeth 2005 Anne Marie duff 

The 2005 BBC mini series starring Anne Marie duff focuses on the life of Elizabeth I, in the first episode it highlights the death of Elizabeth ' s sister , her hair is fair and her makeup is natural the overall symbol the look is trying to create is purity . In the second episode Elizabeth is crowned her look is still quite natural this look is portraying an unfair red image. In the third episode it s highlights the huge transformation whilst Elizabeth is reigning the thrown, it shows her catch a near death disease of small pox and her hair being dyed red. In the final episode it highlights how she has aged over her time on the thrown. A team of makeup artists and hairstylists were responsible for putting the overall looks for Elizabeth together . Sjann Gilling was the daily , are up artist Caroline Greenough , Sophie Burnage,  Karen Hartley and Laura Schiavo were responsible for makeup. Chris lions was responsible for the teeth special effects, Josh Weston also was responsible for the special effects. Victoria Bancroft  Kristyan Mallet and Neill Gorton was responsible for the prosthetics. Anna More na was responsible for the hair as well as Maureen McKellen who also helped with the makeup design.

Anonymous. (wensite publication unknown film published 2005). the virgin queen 2005 mini series . Available: http://m.imdb.com/title/tt0481459/fullcredits?ref_=m_tt_cl_scc. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Anonymous. (24/09/2014). The virgin queen. Available: http://www.bbc.co.uk/drama/virginqueen/anne_marie_duff.shtml. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Elizabeth R 1971 Glenda Jackson

In the 1971 BBC mini series highlighted the life of Elizabeth from before she was crowned to her years in reigning the thrown. At the beginning of the series Glenda Jackson who plays Elizabeth is seen with a much more natural look in comparison to the end of the series , her look is much more dramatic and aged and her forehead is increased significantly.  The makeup artists responsible for the look during Elizabeth R a are Sandra shepard and Dawn Ascot. 

Anonymous. (website publication unknown film published 1971).Elizabeth R. Available: http://m.imdb.com/title/tt0066652/fullcredits?ref_=m_tt_cl_scc. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Anonymous. (unknown). screen queens . Available: http://www.elizabethi.org/contents/screenqueens/. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Anonymous. (unknown). C16th makeups: Elizabeth R. Available: http://www.themakeupgallery.info/period/c16/uk/elizabeth/elizabethr.htm. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Glenda jackson as Elizabeth 

TV ministries Helen Mirren 2005 

The channel 4 TV ministries series starring Helen Mirren as Elizabeth covering 25 years out of her 45 years on the thrown. The first part of the series focuses on the years from 1579 and part two focuses on the years from 1589 throughout the series her makeup is a slightly pale complexion with rosy cheeks. Kim ferry was the head hair artist for this series and Laverne Caracuzzi was head makeup artist. Keneth schoenfield , Lisa Nash Jones and Lisa Hans wolf were also responsible for makeup.  Debbie Pierce  Katrina Chevalier Kim Ayers and Roxi Dott  were responsible for hair.

Anonymous. (website publication unknown film published 2005). TV Ministries . Available: www.IMBD.co.uk. Last accessed 13/10/14.

JJ Anisiobi. (11/06/2012). Regal repirse:Dame Helen Mirren set to ruserrect her royal role as Queen Elizabeth. Available: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2157157/Dame-Helen-Mirren-set-resurrect-royal-role-Queen-Elizabeth.html. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Helen Mirren as Elizabeth reigning the throne 

Shakespeare in love Judi Dench 1998

In Shakespeare in love 1998 Judi Dench plays a , minor role of Elizabeth , whilst she's is reigning the crown her makeup is pale with rosy cheeks and wigs are used to create Elizabeth s signature look. Lisa Westcott was responsible for hair and makeup design and Veronica Brebner was senior hair and makeup artist .

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                  Judi Dench playing the role of Elizabeth in Shakespeare in love .

         Who were the Westmoores ?

Perc Westmoore 1904-1970 was the son of an English wigs maker who started his career in 1921.he also developed cosmetics which would look the same under diverse lighting he also created film makeup for films such as 1942' Casablanca' and 1969' The arrangement' . The westmoores were awarded a Hollywood star on the walk of fame. Ern Westmoore 1906-1968 created film makeup for films such as 1926' the sea beast' and 1937'The lost Horizon' and was his twin brother of Perc Westmoore . George Westmoore 1879-1931 was his father who created makeup looks for films such as 1992 'smiling through' and 1924 secrets unfortunately he died in 1931 due to suicide.  Bud Westmoore 1918- created makeup designs for a variety of films from 1948-1973 such as 1955 'tarantula and 1970 'airport' Wally Westmoore 1906-1973 designed film looks for films such as 1931 'Jekyll and Hyde' and 1961 'breakfast at the Tiffanys'  and Mont Westmoore 1902-1940 created makeup for films such as 1932'scarface' and 1939 ' gone with the wind'. Frank Westmoore 1923-1985 created film makeup for films such as 1942'the blue Horizon and 1950'the storm warning.
Daniel Obrien. (2008). the westmoore family . Available: http://www.filmreference.com/Writers-and-Production-Artists-Vi-Win/The-Westmore-Family.html. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Elizabeth symbolism and portraiture

Queen Elizabeth in her paintings, wanted to portray her undying love for her country . Queen Elizabeth never had any children and never married she told her people she was married to England. Queen Elizabeth can be considered as adored by her people there was an increase on her portraits being made , those who were wealthy had portraits of her around their houses whilst others had her portrait on badges which they would

Carry round with the  or even have it made into pendants on jewellery. 

Elizabeth was approximately 5ft 4 her skin was blemished with small pox scars and burnt from lead poisoning, as she aged her teeth began to blacken and decay,  she also had halitosis and alopecia .Elizabeth s portraits were limited by government and she was also able to control the outcome as she aged in her portraits she still was painted as as women younger then her years, this was due to her wanting to show her country she was ageless and immortal.

Portraits are a symbol of making someone such as Elizabeth instantly recognisable due to their poses and style for example Elizabeth I loved her hands therefore she was often seen touching and holding things in majority of her portraits she was seen wearing a crow to portray she was queen. 

Elizabeth s father king Henry VIII was often seen in portraits wearing red to symbolise wealth, he also posed with his hands on his hips in majority full length portrait perhaps to symbolise power.

Nancy Bilyeau (unknown artist). (01/08/2011-(blog published)). the madness of king Henry VIII. Available: http://englishhistoryauthors.blogspot.co.uk/2013/07/the-madness-of-king-henry-viii.html. Last accessed 13/10/14

 The Tudor rose  also know as the union rose was recognizable in many of queen Elizabeth ' s gowns in her portrait. The traditional emblem of England was a symbol of Tudor dynasty  by Elizabeth wearing the Tudor rose in her portraits this was to symbolise her dynasty to her people.

Anonymous. (unknown). The tudor rose . Available: http://www.intstudycen.com/tudor_rose.php. Last accessed 13/10/14

The rainbow portrait 1600

The rainbow portrait painted by Isaac Oliver includes many symbols to about queen Elizabeth s lifestyle and beliefs. It is recognizable on Elizabeth s gown there embroidered eyes and ears  this is to portray that she sees and hears all. The crown in the portrait is worn for obvious reasons to symbolise royalty, the pearls she is wearing are to symbolise her wealth. The rainbow portrait is a very mythological piece, for example the crescent about Elizabeth s crown symbolises synthia the goddess of moon. The serpent catching the ruby in the portrait is a symbol of wisdom catching the Queens heart. Elizabeth is holding a rainbow which is the name of the portrait to symbolise peace  therefore the overall meaning of the portrait is to symbolise to her people peace in Latin the motto used is non sine sole iris meaning no rainbow without sun.

Marilee (author) Isaac Oliver (painter). (unknown). portraits of queen Elizabeth 1. Available: http://www.marileecody.com/eliz1-images.html. Last accessed 13/10/14. 

Elizabeth was however in her 60's when Isaac Oliver painted portrait Elizabeth was able to control the outcome of what her paintings looked like this was not due to vanity it was because she wanted her people to see her as immortal.

The pelican portrait 1575

The pelican portrait was painted by Elizabeth ' s favourite portrait artist Nicholas Hillary. The painting includes many symbols such as pearls to symbolise wealth and also a Tudor rose which is recognisable on Elizabeth s gown to signify dynasty. The overall meaning of the portrait is to symbolise the love for her people this is recognizable due to a pelican being the symbol of true love, which was Elizabeth ' s favourite symbol. The pelican portrait is also a very mythological piece the Tudors believed that the pelican plucked out its feathers to feed it's young dying in the process which was meant to be a symbol of sacrifice and motherly love .

Elizabeth loved to wear black red and gold which she is seen wearing I  most of her portraits this is to symbolise her status and wealth . The Romans and churches were the only people who wore red And any fashionable elite person was known to wear black.

On the pelican painting on Elizabeth s gown she is wearing black work, which is black embroidery . The Tudors used to dye black thread with iron is ode and sew with the thread however due to using iron oxide to dye the thread this meant that the clothes disintegrated quickly. The two cherries in the pelican portrait which can be noticed behind her ear are meant to be a symbol of her virginity as Elizabeth was known as the virgin queen.

Created by Anniina Jokinen. (published 05/08/2006 painted 1575). the faces of queen Elizabeth. Available: http://www.luminarium.org/renlit/elizface2.htm. Last accessed 13/10/14.

The phoenix portrait 1575

The phoenix portrait also painted by Nicholas Hillary is meant to symbolise the Queens chastity and her regeneration of dynasty the phoenix is a mythological bird which never dies also highlighting to the people her love and strength.

created by Claire painted by Nicholas Hillary . (07/07/2010 published 1575 phoneix portrait published). Elizabeth 1 portrait . Available: http://www.elizabethfiles.com/elizabeth-i-phoenix-portrait/3945/. Last accessed 13/10/14.

The ermine portrait 1585

The ermine is a small mouse like animal with a pure white coat with black tips, the ermine would rather die then soil it's pure white coat . By queen Elizabeth being seen with an ermine in her portrait symbolises her purity and virgin queen persona . The crown in the portrait symbolises her royalty and the darkness of the background presents the gravity of the portrait.The three white diamonds and the sword of he state symbolise her justice by the sword of state being placed beside her arm is away of showing her people she rules her country peacefully the olive branch in the portrait is also symbol of peace.

marilee. (unknown erimine portrait painted 1585). portraits of queen Elizabeth 1. Available: http://www.marileecody.com/eliz1-images.html. Last accessed 13/10/14.

The sieve portrait 1579

The George Gower sieve portrait is meant to symbolise Elizabeth s purity for example by the water not spilling out from the sieve is meant to be a way of showing to her people she still maintains her purity. The portrait also shows Elizabeth s virgin queen image by the sieve being a symbol of purity.

Naegri unknown artist. (2011 published 1579 painted ). interesting findings. Available: http://www.naergilien.info/real-life-research/interesting-findings/. Last accessed 13/10/14.

The book portrait 1546

The portrait where Elizabeth I is seen holding a book was painted when she was still a princess. At 14 years old Elizabeth had a self portrait painted as a gift for her brother Edward. The image of Elizabeth s finger marking the pages of the Protestant bible demonstrated protestantism which must have pleased her brother.

Anonymous author anonymous painter . (unknown publication the book portrait 1546). tudor. Available: http://galleryofcostume.org/Medieval_to_Renaissance/Tudor/Tudor_Frame.htm. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Defeat of Spanish Amada portrait

the 1588 portrait of the defeat of the Spanish Amada, is a very interesting portrait to analyise. 

Simon Adams (2004). Eyewitness tudor . england : unknown. 48.

"The globe she has her hand is a symbol of imperial domination according to the source ' The eye witness tudor '  book by Simon Adams. The pearls which are noticeable on her gown are a symbol of chasity and the crown which is in the background of the portrait is a symbol of her royalty ."

Author Jonathon unknown artist . (09/08/2014 published spanish armanda portrait painted 1588). Great British art: The armanda portrait of queen Elizabeth the first by George Gower . Available: http://www.anglotopia.net/british-history/great-british-art-armada-portrait-queen-elizabeth-george-gower/. Last accessed 1/12/13.

Small pox medal

Anonymous. (unknown). cover image. Available: http://cid.oxfordjournals.org/content/51/11.cover-expansion. Last accessed 13/10/14.

Simon Adams (2004). Eyewitness tudor . england : unknown. 

Elizabeth I small pox medal can be located in London British Museum. The small pox medal can be considered as a very important symbol of Elizabeth I. " In 1562 she caught small pox which was a disease which was caused her a close death. The medal was a symbolof her recovery and includes an image of St paul being bitten by a snake a near death caused which caused him no harm, this implied that a situation like this had too happened to Elizabeth and left her unharmed."

My own interpretation of a symbolic portrait 

Overall my picture is meant to convey calmness. First of all I am pictured in my own house to highlight comfort . The colour of the walls and a throw I am sat on is blue which is a colour of calmness  . I decided to wear my onesie in my picture to symbolise being calm and relaxed and also to show warmth. The teddy bear I am holding is a symbol of love and affection , the teddy bear is also holding a makeup brush to symbolise my interests and creativity  . The glass of wine I am holding in my hand is a symbol of being relaxed but also being outgoing. Finally I decided not to emphasise my makeup in the picture taken of me therefore I am not wearing any makeup at all instead I am pictured wearing a face mask to convey naturalness and being relaxed .

Symbolic picture 

unknown. (2014). unknown . Fabulous Magazine . 

The image of Jennifer Lopez which I found in a  'fabulous'magazine has many symbols which highlight her type of  lifestyle she live this is recognisable from her  her pose the background and what she is wearing.  Anaylising the image i am able to recognise that the location the image was taking was at an awards ceremony due to certain symbols in the background of the image such as the red carpet  Jennifer Lopez is standing on , this is a symbol of wealth and fame. The circular image positioned behind her head which looks like a ray of light can be considered as a symbol of radiance and beauty . Jennifer Lopez is wearing a silver full length dress which is a symbol of wealth and glamour she is also holding a matching clutch bag and wearing matching heels which is a symbol  of organisation , her hair is long and straight which makes her look sharp and her pose and facial expression particularly across the eyes highlights positivity and being focused. Overall the photo of Jennifer Lopez is trying to get across the meaning of glamour and wealth to the audience .