This theatrical make-up box contains a black paste and brush for colouring a moustache or hair. On the box, it reads:
Clarkson’s
Water Cosmetique
For producing a brilliancy, vivacity, and the power of fascination to the eye and for colouring the hair, beard, moustache and eyebrows.
A beautiful Black, Blonde, Light or Dark Brown, without greasing them.
To apply – Damp the brush with water
W. Clarkson, Theatrical Wig Maker, 45, Wellington St. Strand.
The Lyceum Theatre, where Henry Irving was theatre manager and a frequent performer, is also located on Wellington Street.
