Max Factor Photograph Collection
1928-1932
Title: Max Factor Photograph Collection
Dates: 1928-1932
Collection Number: P-239
Creator/Collector:
Factor, Max, 1872?-1938
Extent: .2 linear feet (Boxes: ½ letter)
Repository:
Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Abstract: A collection of 24 black and white publicity photographs of cosmetician Max Factor (1877-1938) and his make-up studio at 1666
North Highland Avenue in Hollywood, California.
Language of Material: English
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Max Factor Photograph Collection. Seaver Center for Western History Research, Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County
Scope and Content of Collection
A collection of 24 black and white publicity photographs of cosmetician Max Factor (1877-1938) and his make-up studio at 1666
North Highland Avenue in Hollywood, California. The photos date from 1928 when the Highland studio opened through 1932.
The photos fall into three categories: Max Factor applying his make-up products on various movie stars (either in his studio
or on movie sets); views of the make-up studio's public showroom, consultation rooms and offices; and a series of photos of
the make-up factory located on the upper floor of the studio.
Film makeup.