Museo Civico Archeologico - Glass balsam jars from the Greek and Etruscan collections (6th - 4th century B.C.)Musei Civici di Bologna
Since ancient times, body care has been paramount. Why? It was driven by practical medical needs, aesthetic desires, social connections, and cultural values.
Baths were a central part of social life. Beyond hygiene, they provided a space for conversations, athletic pursuits, and community interaction.
Museo Civico Archeologico - Strigil, balsamarium and patera, Roman collection (1st century A.D.)Musei Civici di Bologna
Elegant glass jars and flasks were essential for storing balms, perfumes, and even colorful powders for makeup.
Museo Civico Archeologico - Etruscan mirror with seduction scene (Second half of the 5th century B.C.)Musei Civici di Bologna
Mirrors, combs, ointments, and cosmetics have played a significant role in social life throughout history.
Museo Civico Archeologico - Egyptian container for cosmetics. XVIII dynasty (Late 16th - Early 13th century B.C.)Musei Civici di Bologna
Perfume served as a dual purpose: as a remedy for ailments or as unfailing mean of seduction. For example, Bologna's famed "Acqua di Felsina" essence embodies the city's ancient name.
Museo del Patrimonio Industriale - Panigal soap (1950/1960) by Studio VillaniMusei Civici di Bologna
Long-standing traditions in body care practices have evolved in Bologna into a modern-day industrial hub.
Museo del Patrimonio Industriale - Marchesini BA 100 Cartoning Machine (1980/1984) by MarchesiniMusei Civici di Bologna
Museo del Patrimonio Industriale - Advertisement for the Raselet Ducati electric razor (1940/1940) by S.S.R. DucatiMusei Civici di Bologna
From soap and perfume production, the city now manufactures automated machines for the packaging and dispensing of cosmetics, that are used worldwide. Bologna is always surprising!
Museo del Patrimonio Industriale - Marchesini cosmetic packaging (1980/1990) by MarchesiniMusei Civici di Bologna
Musei Civici di Bologna (Civic Museums of Bologna): Museo Civico Archeologico, Museo Civico Medievale, Collezioni Comunali d'Arte, Museo Civico d'Arte Industriale e Galleria Davia Bargellini, Museo del Tessuto e della Tappezzeria "Vittorio Zironi", MAMbo - Museo d'Arte Moderna di Bologna and exhibition venue of Villa delle Rose, Museo Morandi and Casa Morandi, Museo per la Memoria di Ustica, Museo internazionale e biblioteca della musica di Bologna, Museo civico del Risorgimento (and cultural enhancement of Certosa Monumental Cemetery), Museo del Patrimonio Industriale.
