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KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Paper Mache Table
We take a look at a small Victorian table in our Artifact Corner today.
www.kentdelordhouse.org/
Hi everyone and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at this lovely Victorian tilt top table inlaid with mother of pearl. The unique thing about this table, is that it’s top is not made of wood. The top of this table is made from paper mache. The base is made from wood and painted to match the top. Why did the Victorian’s make furniture out of paper mache? Let’s learn a bit more about paper mache furniture.
Paper mache, or papier-mâché, literally means “chewed paper.” Experts believe it originated in China as far back as 200 BC, where early forms of paper were already being made. The traditional method of making papier-mâché adhesive is to use a mixture of water and our or other starch, mixed to the consistency of heavy cream. Adding oil of cloves or other preservatives, such as salt, to the mixture reduces the chances of the product developing mold. Papier-mâché has been used for doll heads, starting as early as 1540, molded in two parts from a mixture of paper pulp, clay, and plaster, and then glued together, with the head then smoothed, painted and varnished. Starting around 1725 in Europe, gilded papier-mâché began to appear as a low-cost alternative to similarly treated plaster or carved wood in architecture.
Papier -mâché furniture was manufactured from the mid-1700s up to the 1870s. In the 19th century, technology enabled manufacturers to make stronger, more durable, and more ornate papier-mâché pieces. As many as 120 sheets of paper could be steam pressed into molds and take on ornate shapes. Craftsmen also improved ways of Japanning and inlaying mother-of-pearl for the surface treatments. Japanning refers to the style of heavily lacquered furniture being produced in Japan in the 16th & 17th Centuries. Gilding and painting were often applied last. Varnishes (clear nishes) also improved significantly during this period of time. The Great Exhibition of 1851, which took place in London’s Hyde Park, displayed many papier-mâché products including a piano and bedroom set. The novelty of the product eventually wore off. In addition, as clothing became heavier, the fashion dictated a need for heavier furniture. By the 1870s papier-mâché furniture was no longer in fashion and therefore manufacturing dwindled significantly.
Our table was likely made towards the end of the paper mache craze, sometime between the 1840’s to the 1860’s. It is still very stable and in usable condition, despite it being made of paper mache. The mother of pearl inlay is lovely, and the painted top is still vibrant and colorful, something the Victorian’s adored. This is a fascinating glimpse into Victorian furniture and we are so lucky to have it in our collections. Thanks so much for stopping by.
The following music was used for this media project:
Music: Sunny Morning by MusicLFiles
Free download: filmmusic.io/song/7813-sunny-morning
License (CC BY 4.0): filmmusic.io/standard-license
Artist website: cemmusicproject.wixsite.com/musiclibraryfiles
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KDHM Artifact Corner: 1909 Tercentenary Brochure
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Today, our Artifact Corner examines a flier from over 100 years ago. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone, and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at a flier created for the 300th Anniversary of Samuel de Champlain “discovering” Lake Champlain. The celebrations we held from July 4th through July 10th in the year 1909. Per the brochure: “Beginning on Monday, July 5t...
2024 Battle of Plattsburgh Commemoration
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For anyone who wasn't able to come by the celebration of the Battle of Plattsburgh, we wanted to share the event with you! www.kentdelordhouse.org/ The following music was used for this media project: Music: Fife and Drum by Kevin MacLeod Free download: filmmusic.io/song/3748-fife-a... License (CC BY 4.0): filmmusic.io/standard-license Artist website: incompetech.com
KDHM Artifact Corner: Macomb's Gift
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In preparation for the 210th Commemoration of the Battle of Plattsburgh, we take a look at a gift to the Delord family from Major General Alexander Macomb. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone and welcome back to another artifact corner. In honor of the commemoration of the Battle of Plattsburgh, we will be looking at a book that was gifted to Henry Delord by none other than Major General Alexa...
KDHM Artifact Corner: Washington Irving
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Today, our Artifact Corner examines a small book from 1832. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at a small and unassuming book in our collections. The book is called The Alhambra by Washington Irving, and it was published in 1832. Glued to the front book cover is a calling card belonging to Henry Webb, and an inscription whi...
KDHM Artifact Corner: Historic Marker
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Our Artifact Corner today takes a closer look at one of the signs outside the house. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone, and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at the Historic Marker outside in the garden in front of our home. The marker reads as follows : Headquarters, British Officers, During Battle of Plattsburgh, September, 1814," and in smaller text at the ...
KDHM Artifact Corner: George Washington Engraving
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Today our Artifact Corner explores the artist behind one of the 18th century engraving in our collection. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at an engraving of our first president, George Washington. This engraving was created by a man named W. Warner, and it is based on a painting that was done by Col. John Trumbull. The o...
KDHM Artifact Corner: Civil War era Hot Air Balloons
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Our Artifact Corner today takes a look at a Civil War era hot air balloons. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at the Civil War journal kept by Frank Hall. Frank was the chaplain for the NY 16th Volunteer regiment. Frank was a non-combatant, but that doesn’t mean that he didn’t witness and experience all of the same things ...
KDHM Artifact Corner: Aromatic Powder
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Today, our Artifact Corner examines the contents of a cardboard container. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at a cardboard container from Fannie Delord Webb Hall’s apothecary. Fannie was a self taught doctor who treated the poor of Plattsburgh for free. When she passed, all of the medicine that she had in her office remai...
KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Hat Pins
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It’s all about hat pins in today’s Artifact Corner! www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone, and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at some beautiful hat pins that we have in our collections. These hat pins are all from the Victorian period and likely belonged to Fannie Delord Webb Hall. She has a variety here, some are topped with glass, some with metal filligree, a...
Secret Garden Tour 2024
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Last weekend was the Secret Garden Tour put on by the Kent Delord House Museum Garden Club. We wanted to share the experience with all of you. Special thanks to all the gardeners for opening up these amazing spaces to the public! Interested in joining our Garden Club? Check out more info here: www.kentdelordhouse.org/gardens/ The following music was used for this media project: Music: Happy Ind...
KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Dental Key
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Today we take a look at a device that helped with Victorian dentistry. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi everyone, and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at an item from Fannie Delord Webb Hall’s apothecary. This is a Victorian tooth or dental key. Fannie treated the poor of Plattsburgh, and we able to help people through a myriad of different medical problems, includin...
KDHM Artifact Corner: 18th Century Clock
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Today, we examine a massive 18th century clock in our Artifact Corner. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi Everyone, and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at this massive clock that we have in the gold parlor room. This clock is a wooden case, that is overall painted black with gold painted hunting scenes. The clock is definitely inspired by Asian art, which was incredib...
KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Perfume Bottle
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Our Artifact Corner today takes a sniff of a Victorian perfume bottle. www.kentdelordhouse.org/ Hi Everyone and welcome back to another artifact corner. Today we will be looking at a lovely little bottle that was tucked away in our Cumberland Bay Works room. This was the room where Fannie Delord Webb Hall would treat the sick of Plattsburgh. Upon her passing she left a myriad of medicines behin...
2024 Spring Event Recap
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We wanted to share some images from our Spring Event this past weekend with all who couldn't make it. Enjoy! www.kentdelordhouse.org/
2024 Spring Event Trailer
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2024 Spring Event Trailer
KDHM Artifact Corner: Portrait of Aunt Eliza Webb
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Portrait of Aunt Eliza Webb
KDHM Artifact Corner: Napoleon Tea Set
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Napoleon Tea Set
KDHM Artifact Corner: Fireplaces
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Fireplaces
KDHM Artifact Corner: WTCU Ribbons
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KDHM Artifact Corner: WTCU Ribbons
KDHM Artifact Corner: Alarm Clock
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Alarm Clock
2024 Opening Video
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2024 Opening Video
KDHM Artifact Corner: Strychnine Box
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Strychnine Box
Intern Interview: Daniel
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Intern Interview: Daniel
2024 Solar Eclipse
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2024 Solar Eclipse
Intern Interview: Roscoe
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Intern Interview: Roscoe
Intern Interview: Chris
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Intern Interview: Chris
KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Waffle Iron
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Waffle Iron
KDHM Artifact Corner: Rockaway Carriage
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Rockaway Carriage
KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Rotary Egg Beater
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KDHM Artifact Corner: Victorian Rotary Egg Beater

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  • @dguy0386
    @dguy0386 หลายเดือนก่อน

    people have really never changed, a 12 year old today might do pretty much the exact same thing, thanks for sharing!

  • @deborahberger5816
    @deborahberger5816 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I don't have sight in one eye, and I tell you - drawing or painting anything is truly difficult without 3D vision. Now I know that Trumbull wss an even greater artist than I thought!

  • @dguy0386
    @dguy0386 หลายเดือนก่อน

    is this one printed by Mathew Carey? i got a very similar bible on ebay today and I'm looking forward to it arriving soon! also me and Frances share the same birthday exactly 190 years apart:)

  • @emmanuellerousseau7314
    @emmanuellerousseau7314 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for this video! can you please confirm we are now in year 6000 according to this: th-cam.com/video/dKEWMLzaeOc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=rweVBRg83fn8FJjm

  • @vmbrady
    @vmbrady 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a wonderful recap of a great event! Thank you to our museum director, Samantha, for a beautiful video.

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    No comment🫢

  • @abqresident4461
    @abqresident4461 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm intereste.d in knowing what you thought about your Eau de Cologne

    • @samanthawilliams7893
      @samanthawilliams7893 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I finally received it, and to be perfectly honest, it's not my cup of tea. I'm sure it's appealing to many, but I find it a bit too musky, and not as citrus forward and light as I was hoping. Thanks for asking!

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've got some farina cologne. You can still buy it. Similar to 4711 but with a musk undertone. I put it on the back of my neck if I feel headachy.

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    A little arsenic for your translucent pale skin, a little red mercury for your lips, maybe some white lead to cover the rough patches…and the strychnine seems like no big deal.

    • @samanthawilliams7893
      @samanthawilliams7893 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Victorian medicine is basically giving people smaller and smaller doses of poison until the patients stop dying.

  • @postit940
    @postit940 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for posting. It was the best eclipse ever. I had to activate the headlights, on my bicycle.

  • @LaHayeSaint
    @LaHayeSaint 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wouldn't it be easier to put your shoes on and lace them up prior to your corset? If you left this part to the end, you would be fighting yards of linen and silk. On a wet day, how would a parasol keep you dry. My beautiful dress would be soaked and extra heavy. Didn't they have a large brolly? If you have time and the resources, perhaps you could narrate whilst a model dresses herself. I would visit the Kent Delord House Museum, but Plattsburg, New York, is some distance from the UK. I saw a museum in Bath, UK which provided perhaps 10 modern recreations of historical costumes so visitors could try them on. I'd love to dress up as a Civil War lady, as would many others. Thank you for the video.

  • @chesterthawkins7510
    @chesterthawkins7510 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    so gorgeous! Love the whales tails on the top!

  • @GDSavingThePast
    @GDSavingThePast 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Cameo collecting was a popular area of collecting among nobility and gentlemen of the era going back many hundreds of years. A well carved hardstone cameo can be an amazing piece to look at and hold. I am lucky enough to have a few great examples put away.

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm growing a tea plant on my windowsill in the uk. Every so often I treat myself to a cup.

  • @aquamarina06
    @aquamarina06 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    this is so sad

  • @MinaKamiXiV
    @MinaKamiXiV 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love signet rings nice chunky & fat durable heavy duty feeling

  • @riptiderobin1676
    @riptiderobin1676 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love this topic, nice little lesson on hair curling tools of the past! I love the marcel wave of the 20-30's!

  • @justanotherjezebeI
    @justanotherjezebeI 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've studied a lot about ancient Rome, but this is the first video I've heard mention of how they used to achieve the curls made so famous in their statues. Very awesome.

  • @juluhel97
    @juluhel97 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Странно, что совсем нет комментариев. Было очень интересно. Раньше одежда была красивой и интересной, хотя, наверное и не очень удобной. Но сегодня все ходят в "мешках", все одинаковые и безликие. Многие поспорят, что современная одежда просторная и удобная. Но нет! Сегодняшние производители одежды забыли, что такое конструирование одежды. Поэтому кажущаяся на первый взгляд удобной одежда таковой не является.

    • @samanthawilliams7893
      @samanthawilliams7893 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Clothing from the Victorian period was definitely more tailored to fit individuals than modern clothing!

  • @abqresident4461
    @abqresident4461 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What I found amazing is a mention of electricity in 1832! What man-made objects utilized or produced electricity in 1832? Off I go to find out. Thank you for bringing this wonderful journal to us! Happy New Year.

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Beautiful handwriting.

  • @karenwright8556
    @karenwright8556 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Happy Holidays to you!🎄🎄🎄🎀🎀🥂

  • @donattridge1356
    @donattridge1356 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    THOUGHT HE WAS A BISHOP

  • @abqresident4461
    @abqresident4461 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great costumes everyone!

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you want to see the work of an amateur headstone carver, go to the cemetery in Windsor, Vermont. There are several slate headstones where the artist planned poorly and ran out of room for a word at the right hand edge. He literally put in a ^ caret and carved the rest of the word above. I’m trying to imagine the reaction of the bereaved family.

    • @samanthawilliams7893
      @samanthawilliams7893 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Is that the only cemetery in Windsor? I am most certainly planning a trip to visit it!

    • @hiltonian_1260
      @hiltonian_1260 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@samanthawilliams7893 It’s the one right in the middle of town. Not far from the very cool Precision Museum.

  • @peaceraybob
    @peaceraybob 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Regrettably, the Colin Firth photo you showed has him not only standing with his coat unbuttoned and open in an unacceptably slovenly manner, but of an unusually poor quality tailoring in the first place. Perhaps seek advice from Zack Pinsent or Priorattire regarding just how close coats were cut at the time when Mr Darcy's character was written.

  • @bookdreamer8297
    @bookdreamer8297 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m knitting Norwegian mittens for a class that I am taking.

  • @ehadley791
    @ehadley791 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any chance you still have that bible in hand? Would really like to see a photo of the page enlarged of the chronological order so we can Al read what it says?

    • @ehadley791
      @ehadley791 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why are you not wearing gloves to keep the acid of your hands from the pages?

    • @kentdelordhousemuseum4748
      @kentdelordhousemuseum4748 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the question! Gloves can also hold contaminants - both oils or acids, as well as physical things like dust or debris. We wash our hands before handling any artifact, and depending on the individual artifact, may use gloves as well. In this case, it wasn't necessary.

  • @pittylols
    @pittylols ปีที่แล้ว

    Wish I could come on by but I am your fortunately not in your continent

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s a lot of food, but the quantity is tempered by the necessity of choosing the lesser of two weevils.

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    The widespread deforestation of the time made it worse. Today, Vermont is 80% forested, but 120 years ago it was 80% open land. I have noticed that the Missisquoi River rises faster and higher after a rain once the leaves have fallen. Back then, with nothing to absorb or slow the water, mills were vulnerable to regular “freshets.”

  • @oldmanfromscenetwentyfour8164
    @oldmanfromscenetwentyfour8164 ปีที่แล้ว

    "... not safe ..." Perfect gift for my Nephew!

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    As my mom used to say when we were kids, “Ok, do what you like, but I don’t want to hear the screaming.” There were various “Projects for Boys” books in the early 20th century which had things like “Build your own diving helmet out of a bucket“ or “build an airplane out of scrap lumber, put your little brother in it, and push it off the barn roof.” I guess it was an alternative to contraception.

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's quite alarming. Might not break the pipe,but might break your ear drum!

  • @abqresident4461
    @abqresident4461 ปีที่แล้ว

    Learned something new and you've given me a new appreciation for cranberry glass! Keep up the good work!

  • @TickTalks
    @TickTalks ปีที่แล้ว

    I would like to know if there is anyway someone could read a version of this bible online?

    • @kentdelordhousemuseum4748
      @kentdelordhousemuseum4748 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sorry for the delayed reply, but at the moment, we do not have a digitized version of this book.

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    I wonder if this is an artifact of the late Victorian outdoor health and fitness craze. They were all about hiking and mountain climbing. A pendant like that would be the perfect gift for someone who had suddenly discovered the outdoors.

    • @samanthawilliams7893
      @samanthawilliams7893 ปีที่แล้ว

      Distinctly possible. Frank Hall liked to take trips into the Adirondacks, and I thought it might belong to him, but have no documentation to verify that.

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    The historical fact I love about chamber pots is that in the 18th/19th century they were available with the portrait of just about any famous politician on the inside.

  • @talitasmit9337
    @talitasmit9337 ปีที่แล้ว

  • @ЛеонидПопов-о1щ
    @ЛеонидПопов-о1щ ปีที่แล้ว

    Спасибо! Огонь! ❤

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    But the old system allowed for the election of such statesmen as S. Baldrick from Dunny on the Wold.

  • @owlfethurz8377
    @owlfethurz8377 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cameos are not only beautiful, but interesting. I didn't know much of the history behind them until now. Very interesting video, thank you!

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have heard it pronounced “Onny swah kee moll ee ponse.” For whatever that’s worth. But yes, that is a mystery. Did they ever travel to the UK? Is it an official sort of pin that a companion of the order would wear, or more of a commemorative thing?

    • @samanthawilliams9710
      @samanthawilliams9710 ปีที่แล้ว

      It must be commemorative, but, again, why the heck would it be in our collections?

  • @curitibaparana763
    @curitibaparana763 ปีที่แล้ว

    hi how do you get such a bible is there any way

  • @TuliTuli_
    @TuliTuli_ ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for sharing the history of the combs. I was given a comb that was passed down in my family. It’s been sitting a keepsake box for as long as I remember. I appreciate this video.

  • @lynnelively6018
    @lynnelively6018 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could you list what we’re seeing here?

    • @samanthawilliams7893
      @samanthawilliams7893 ปีที่แล้ว

      At the last one, we have a black bean soup, some corn cakes, a Victorian milk pudding with a blueberry compote, and some Parisian hot chocolate.

  • @richiegeorge4206
    @richiegeorge4206 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any chance you can do a video of a page in that Bible. Its called the "The chronological index of years and times". Thanks

  • @hiltonian_1260
    @hiltonian_1260 ปีที่แล้ว

    A modern medieval scholar wrote “I despise all this marriage innovation. A marriage is a sacred contract between two men over the just disposition of property.”

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 ปีที่แล้ว

    I still use one. It works great.

  • @pheart2381
    @pheart2381 ปีที่แล้ว

    Boar and wood brushes dont hold a hair smell I have discovered. Ive been using mine daily for several weeks but no smell,whereas my plastic one gets smelly in a week. I wash my hair about once a week but havnt had to wash my boar bristle brush.