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2 of 7 — Gold, porcelain, glass and steel compose this 18th-century necessaire from France. 3 of 7 — This French mechanical table was intended for Madame de Pompadour. The designs depict her many ...

Today it is usually called a "vanity table"; in the 19th century, it was a "dressing table"; but in the 18th century, it was known as a "toilet table." The piece of furniture with all these names is a ...

Ever since there have been puddles of water, human beings have gazed at their reflections. Our need to primp and preen, whether we lived in the... The Art Of Vanity On Display In 'The History Of The ...

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Life & Style has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. A great makeup vanity — much like the perfect eyebrow pencil — is a must-have for ...