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1959 Collection (#4)

"Step back in time to 1959, a year of historical moments and cultural icons

Background image1959 Collection: Actress Jackie Lane lying in bed naked talking on the telephone March 1959

Actress Jackie Lane lying in bed naked talking on the telephone March 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Handley Page Dart-Herald G-AODF

Handley Page Dart-Herald G-AODF
Handley Page HPR.7 Dart-Herald G-AODF (msn 148), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show in September 1959. The first showing of the Dart-Herald after the first prototype, G-AODE

Background image1959 Collection: Avro Lincoln B.2 G-APRJ

Avro Lincoln B.2 G-APRJ
Avro 694 Lincoln B.2 G-APRJ (later G-29-1), of Napier Icing Research Ltd., at The SBAC Farnborough Air Show on 13 September 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Fiat 500, Fiat 1800 and Fiat 1100/103 H Lusso

Fiat 500, Fiat 1800 and Fiat 1100/103 H Lusso
Fiat 500 (with sun-roof), Fiat 1800 and Fiat 1100/103 H Lusso (de luxe) at the Geneva Motor Show, on 11 March 1959. Date: 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Avro Shackleton AEW crew trainer T83987

Avro Shackleton AEW crew trainer T83987
Royal Air Force - Avro Shackleton AEW crew trainer T83987, at RAF Lossiemouth. Date: circa 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Gloster Javelin FAW.9R XH892

Gloster Javelin FAW.9R XH892 Date: circa 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Ford Prefect 107E

Ford Prefect 107E Date: circa 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Ford Prefect 107E

Ford Prefect 107E Date: circa 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer EI-AKY

Piper PA-22 Tri-Pacer EI-AKY
Piper PA-22-160 Tri-Pacer EI-AKY (msn 22-6689), at RAF Little Rissington on 18 October 1959 Date: 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Saro P.531-2 G-APVM

Saro P.531-2 G-APVM (msn S2/5312), at the SBAC Farnborough Air Show on 13 September 1959, showing the de Havilland Gnome H.1000 installation (not taken up for production models). Date: 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Piper PA-24 Comanche EI-AKW

Piper PA-24 Comanche EI-AKW
Piper PA-24-250 Comanche EI-AKW (msn 24-1197), at RAF Little Rissington on 18 October 1959 Date: 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Canadair CC-109 Cosmopolitan 11162

Canadair CC-109 Cosmopolitan 11162 (msn 440-454, CL-66C / CV-540). A CL-66C Napier Eland powered Cosmopolitan, at Burbank after disposal by RCAF without Eland engines

Background image1959 Collection: Nord N.3202 F-BFHA

Nord N.3202 F-BFHA
Nord N.3202 Master F-BFHA (msn 16), of aerobatic display pilot Leon Biancotto, at an air display ca1959. Biancotto's N.3202 F-BFHA, crashed during an airshow in Bratislava on 22 August 1960

Background image1959 Collection: American classic car Imperial 1959 Tail fin

American classic car Imperial 1959 Tail fin
Beate Gube

Background image1959 Collection: American classic car Imperial 1959 Rear view

American classic car Imperial 1959 Rear view
Beate Gube

Background image1959 Collection: American classic car Coronet 1959 tail fin

American classic car Coronet 1959 tail fin
Beate Gube

Background image1959 Collection: Shoot for Vanity Fair - Black Dress, lace neckline

Shoot for Vanity Fair - Black Dress, lace neckline - taken at 6 Hamilton Place, Mayfair, London - October 29, 1959 Date: 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Knitting Pattern shoot

Knitting Pattern shoot Date: circa 1959

Background image1959 Collection: US classic car 1959 Sedan Deville

US classic car 1959 Sedan Deville
Beate Gube

Background image1959 Collection: American classic car Sedan Deville 1959 tail fin abstract

American classic car Sedan Deville 1959 tail fin abstract
Beate Gube

Background image1959 Collection: Loco No. 2257 at Stratford on Avon

Loco No. 2257 at Stratford on Avon
Locomotive number 2257 at Stratford on Avon on 13th June 1959, showing a signal box and the different lines of track

Background image1959 Collection: Loco. No. 5070 Leaving Stratford on Avon, 1959

Loco. No. 5070 Leaving Stratford on Avon, 1959
A view of locomotive number 5070 (84A) and nine coaches leaving Stratford on Avon on 29th August 1959, travelling between St Austell and Birmingham Moor Street

Background image1959 Collection: Dance classes at Mary Linwood Girls School, Leicester, 1959

Dance classes at Mary Linwood Girls School, Leicester, 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Actress Nanette Newman and her husband Bryan Forbes, with their baby daughter Sarah Kate

Actress Nanette Newman and her husband Bryan Forbes, with their baby daughter Sarah Kate at their home in Virginia Water, Surrey. 18th October 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Julie Andrews with Alec Clunes and his wife backstage during My Fair Lady at the Theatre

Julie Andrews with Alec Clunes and his wife backstage during My Fair Lady at the Theatre Royal, Dury Lane, London - March 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Irene Hogan, aged 20 years old, from Liverpool, is crowned Miss Littlewood 1960

Irene Hogan, aged 20 years old, from Liverpool, is crowned Miss Littlewood 1960, at the Liverpool Stadium, Thursday 12th November 1959, she was one of seven finalists selected from 10

Background image1959 Collection: Daily Mirror Treasure Hunt, Fistral Beach, Cornwall, Tuesday 7th July 1959

Daily Mirror Treasure Hunt, Fistral Beach, Cornwall, Tuesday 7th July 1959. Daily Mirror Pirates are staging a Summer treasure hunt on a tour of UK seaside resorts

Background image1959 Collection: Liz Fraser, English actress, pictured at Durnsford Road Baths, Bounds Green

Liz Fraser, English actress, pictured at Durnsford Road Baths, Bounds Green, London Borough of Haringey, North London, Thursday 20th August 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Rock n Roll singer Marty Wilde and his fiance Joyce Baker making last minute

Rock n Roll singer Marty Wilde and his fiance Joyce Baker making last minute arrangements at the home of Martys parents in Greenwich, ahead of their wedding tomorrow. 1st December 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Marty Wilde with his sweetheart Joyce Baker. They are to be married tomorrow

Marty Wilde with his sweetheart Joyce Baker. They are to be married tomorrow. 1st December 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Rock and Roll singer Marty Wilde took his National Service medical at the medical centre

Rock and Roll singer Marty Wilde took his National Service medical at the medical centre in Lea Road, South East London. 3rd February 1959

Background image1959 Collection: The wedding of Miss Ann Findley and Mr Bruce Welch, Cliff Richard is the best man

The wedding of Miss Ann Findley and Mr Bruce Welch, Cliff Richard is the best man, pictured kissing the bride. London, August 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Head balancing act in the ring at the Bertram Mills Circus in Cambridge April 1959

Head balancing act in the ring at the Bertram Mills Circus in Cambridge April 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Wickedly pretty young vamp Barbara Windsor, 21, playing in Theatre Royal Newcastle is

Wickedly pretty young vamp Barbara Windsor, 21, playing in Theatre Royal Newcastle is really " Miss Understood"

Background image1959 Collection: Norman Cornish, the miner-artist from Spennymoor, who still works underground at the Dean

Norman Cornish, the miner-artist from Spennymoor, who still works underground at the Dean and Chapter Colliery, will be having an exhibition of his paintings

Background image1959 Collection: Julie Andrews and her husband Tony Walton. 30th June 1959

Julie Andrews and her husband Tony Walton. 30th June 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Charleson-Smith Trawlers Ltd trawler Stella Carina seen here leaving St Andrews Dock

Charleson-Smith Trawlers Ltd trawler Stella Carina seen here leaving St Andrews Dock, Hull for the northern fishing grounds. 1st September 1959

Background image1959 Collection: St Andrews Steam Fishing Co Ltd trawler seen here tied up at St Andrews Dock, Hull

St Andrews Steam Fishing Co Ltd trawler seen here tied up at St Andrews Dock, Hull. 13th January 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Storey Arms Cafe, Brecon Beacons, Brecon, a market town and community in Powys, Mid Wales

Storey Arms Cafe, Brecon Beacons, Brecon, a market town and community in Powys, Mid Wales, 13th January 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Barbara Riese, (wife of tennis player Fred Perry) pictured with their daughter Penny who

Barbara Riese, (wife of tennis player Fred Perry) pictured with their daughter Penny who is 8 months old as this picture was taken. They are pictured arriving at London Airport

Background image1959 Collection: French film actress Brigitte Bardot in England to make a new film '

French film actress Brigitte Bardot in England to make a new film " Babette Goes to War". She is staying at The Mount Royal Hotel in London during her stay

Background image1959 Collection: David Fellows (3) smokes cigars cigarettes and pipes 1959 his mother Evelyn Fellows

David Fellows (3) smokes cigars cigarettes and pipes 1959 his mother Evelyn Fellows from Marsden is in favour

Background image1959 Collection: Actress Barbara Windsor a corset December 1957

Actress Barbara Windsor a corset December 1957

Background image1959 Collection: Sylvia Syms Actress on a boat at sea May 1959

Sylvia Syms Actress on a boat at sea May 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Actress and sex symbol Jayne Mansfield wearing brunette wig

Actress and sex symbol Jayne Mansfield wearing brunette wig and fur coat draped over her shoulders December 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Actress Jackie Lane lying naked on the bed talking on the phone March 1959

Actress Jackie Lane lying naked on the bed talking on the phone March 1959

Background image1959 Collection: American actor Gary Cooper with his wife Sandra October 1959

American actor Gary Cooper with his wife Sandra October 1959

Background image1959 Collection: Martin B-26C-T XB-LOX

Martin B-26C-T XB-LOX Ay Jijos ! of PEMEX Built as Martin B-26C-20-MO Marauder 41-35071 for the United States Army Air Force, 35071 was modified to AT-23B and later redesignated TB-26C




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"Step back in time to 1959, a year of historical moments and cultural icons. Witness the artistry of Dry Stone Walling as skilled craftsmen create enduring structures that stand the test of time. The majestic HMS Hermes (R12) sails proudly through the seas, symbolizing Britain's naval prowess. In a solemn tribute, Old Bill kneels before the Cenotaph in Whitehall, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Meanwhile, speed enthusiasts revel in the sleek design of the Austin-Healey Frogeye Sprite Mk 1, a true marvel on wheels. Travel further back with the Catalan Atlas from the 14th century, an exquisite map showcasing ancient cartography techniques. In political arenas, Labour Party election posters and television speakers echo promises of progress and change. Amidst bustling streets filled with Police Officers London maintaining order and safety, Hollywood heartthrob Errol Flynn captivates audiences as both Robin Hood and Warner's charismatic leading man. Sports fans cheer on Chelsea Football Club during their thrilling 1959-1960 season – a testament to teamwork and determination. On roads adorned with vibrant colors like Dodge Coronet Green 2-tone or Jaguar XK150s Roadster White - automotive masterpieces that turn heads wherever they go. " Experience an era where history intertwines with innovation; immerse yourself in all that made 1959 truly unforgettable.