1925 Collection (#11)

Princess Mary, Hunting
Mary, Princess Royal and Countess of Harewood (1897-1965), daughter of King George V, attending a meet of the Bramham Moor Hunt

Alyse Berton Draped in Raw Silk
Alyse Berton, a Seattle resident, draped in raw silk. Seattle had become the most important silk port in the United States. Date: circa 1925

Twelve Pointer, ridden by Bernard Carslake
The racehorse Twelve Pointer, with jockey Bernard Brownie Carslake (1886-1941) in the saddle. Date: circa 1925

Dorothy Seacombe (1906-1994) was a British actress who went on to have a film career. Here she is appearing in a stage production of Just Married at the Comedy Theatre. Date: circa 1925

The Tetrarch, a Racehorse
The Tetrarch (1911-1935), also known as Spotted Wonder, was a celebrated thoroughbred racehorse. Undefeated in his racing career, he was retired to stud in 1913. Date: circa 1925

Laura Cowie in Yoicks!
Laura Cowie (1892-1969) was a Scottish stage and silent film actress. Here she is portraying Lucrezia Borgia in the revue show Yoicks! at the Kingsway Theatre. Date: circa 1925

Golf Cartoon
Cartoon by Chas Grave, illustrating events at the President's Putter golfing competition held at Rye. Date: 1925

Mother Goose Pantomime
A production of Mother Goose at the London Hippodrome, featuring Shaun Glenville (1884-1968) as Mother Goose, Isobel Elsom (1893-1981) as the daughter, and Fred Conquest

Herbert Sutcliffe, Cricketer
Herbert Sutcliffe (1894-1978) was a professional cricketer who represented Yorkshire and England as an opening batsman. He was part of the M.C.C

Dick Smith, Boxer
Dick Smith (1886-1950) the British light heavyweight and heavyweight boxer, with two young competitors at the Stable Lads Annual Tournament. Date: 1925

Racehorse Saucy Sue, a recent winner at Goodwood. Also pictured are her owner Waldorf Astor, 2nd Viscount Astor (1879-1952) and trainer Alec Taylor Jr (1862-1943). Date: 1924

Mildred Harris in The Deceivers
Actress Mildred Harris (1901-1944) started as a child actress, had a succesful career in silent movies, but struggled with the advent of talkies'. She was also the first wife of Charlie Chaplin

Racehorse Scullion
The Racehorse Scullion, his owner George Hardy, and trainer Captain Thomas Hogg (1879-1942). Date: circa 1924

Playtime at the Piccadilly
Performers in Playtime at the Piccadilly, a cabaret show at the Piccadilly Hotel. The artists pictured are Mimi Jordan, Rene Lorrimore, Evelyn Wrentmor, Amelia Allen

Mendip Hunt Meet
A gathering of the Mendip Hunt, outside Wells Cathedral in Somerset. Date: 1925

Mrs MacDonald Buchanan with Mr Hector MacDonald
Catherine MacDonald Buchanan (b. 1895) was the only surviving child of James Buchanan, 1st Baron Woolavington. Here she is pictured at the family seat, Lavington House

Melville Gideon at the Piano
Melville Gideon (1884-1933) was an American composer, lyricist and performer. Here he is appearing in The Co-Optimists, a variety revue show that originally opened in London in 1921

Wildfowling in a Pneumatic Boat
Wildfowlers on Lake Keuka at Hammondsport, New York State, using a recent innovation in water-craft construction - the inflatable pneumatic boat. Date: circa 1924

Advert for Colman's Bath Mustard, recommending its soothing and stimulating properties in a warm bath. Date: circa 1924

A Catch of Arapaima Fish
A catch of arapaima fish. Native to the Amazon and Essequibo basins of South America, they are among the world's largest freshwater fish. Date: 1924

Flora Le Breton (1899-1951) was an English stage and silent film actress who moved to the United States in 1924. Date: circa 1924

Tennis Rackets
Images showing the differing constructions of tennis rackets through the ages. From the museum of F. H. Ayres, sports outfitters. Date: circa 1924

Cartoon: At Northward Ho!
Cartoon by Laurie Tayler showing the challenges of playing an arctic round of golf. Date: circa 1924

Mona Paiva, a Russian dancer of the Opera Comique in Paris. Date: circa 1924

A Royal Puppy
Ajax, an alsatian puppy recently purchased by Edward, Prince of Wales (later King Edward VIII). Date: circa 1924

Lewes Stable and Owner G. Poole
Scenes from Lewes Stable, owned by G. Poole, who is pictured in one of the images. Also shown are champion jockey L. B. Rees and racehorse Ned Carver. Date: circa 1924

Fay Compton With Dog
Versatile actress Fay Compton (1894-1978) was born Virginia Compton-Mackenzie. Her theatre career embraced Shakespeare, comedy, pantomime, drama and the classics, and she appeared in over 40 films

Fancy Skating
Ice skaters Katie Schmidt, Howard Nicholson and Paul Kreckon demonstrate their skills during the winter season in the Alps. Date: circa 1925

Coursing and Coursers
Cartoon by The Tout (Peter Ronald Buchanan) depicting keen coursers in action. Date: 1924

The Save!
Cartoon by Alfred Leete showing a close encounter with a determined goalkeeper. Date: 1925

The Racehorse Massine
Thoroughbred racehorse Massine, winner of the Ascot Gold Cup. Pictured below are owner Henri Ternynck and trainer Elijah Cunnington. Date: 1924

Sledge Race at St. Moritz
The frozen lake at St. Moritz was utilised as a race course during the winter months. Date: circa 1925

Music cover, Sing A Song, Charlie Chaplin
Music cover, Sing A Song, foxtrot song, words and music by Charles Chaplin, Abe Lyman and Gus Arnheim, featured in Charlie Chaplin's comedy film The Gold Rush Date: 1925

Music cover, Martial Moments, March Medley, selected and arranged by Aubrey Winter, illustration by John Hassall Date: 1925

On Brooklyn Bridge
An etching showing a view of Manhattan, from Brooklyn Bridge, a hybrid cable suspension structure, which spans the East River of New York City, United States. Date: circa 1921

The Sunlit Homestead
A drypoint etching of a distant Australian homestead on a bright day, surrounded by very tall, thin tree clusters. Date: circa 1925

Nature's Tracery, Autumn
A drypoint etching of some trees, naturally forming a pointed arch, which frames a large building in the background. Date: circa 1925

Head of a Gin
A portrait etching of an aboriginal woman, offensively labelled as a Gin, she is wearing a headband and smoking a pipe. Date: circa 1925

Flinders Street, Melbourne
An etching of Flinders Street, which runs parallel to the Yarra River, in Melbourne, and is home to the great central station of the same name. Date: circa 1925

Nightfall
An aquatint showing an Australian town, under a dark, evening sky, from across reflective, moonlit waters. Date: circa 1925

Snowy
A portrait etching of a young bot, seated, lovingly holding a small bird in his hands. Date: circa 1925

Horses and Barn
An etching showing a small, simple barn with a damaged roof and two horses stationed outside. Date: circa 1925

Australian Natives
An etching of some native Australian people amongst the tall grasses, next to some extremely tall, thin trees. Date: circa 1925

On The Lane Cove
A landscape etching of an Australian cove, set beside a wide, meandering river and tall, slender trees. Date: circa 1925

Cultivation Paddock
This etching shows an Australian cultivation paddock, with a broad picturesque landscape set behind the horse. Date: circa 1925

Prawners, Sydney Harbour
An etching of some prawn fishing boats beside a dock, with four people sorting their catch and supplies. Date: circa 1925

The Camp
This etching shows a pair of huge carts, laden with containersm ready to be set up for camp in an Australian flat countryside. Date: circa 1925

Once Upon A Time
An etching of three children, wearing pyjamas, looking very relaxed, enjoying a bedtime story. Date: circa 1925

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"1925: A Year of Contrasts and Creativity" Step into the time machine and travel back to 1925, a year that witnessed an intriguing blend of events, artistry, and influential figures. It was a year that left its mark on history in various ways. In the realm of art, William Heath Robinson's whimsical creation "A Complete Wash-out" showcased his trademark ingenuity. Meanwhile, Hall Thorpe's enchanting masterpiece "Marigolds" captivated audiences with its vibrant colors and delicate brushstrokes. Speaking of influential figures, Margaret Thatcher made her entrance onto the world stage in 1925. Little did anyone know at the time that she would become one of Britain's most formidable leaders. The British Military Poster from the inter-war period served as a reminder of the challenges faced by soldiers during this era. It symbolized their resilience and dedication to protecting their homeland. On a lighter note, P. G. Wodehouse introduced us to Jeeves & Wooster through his beloved book series. These timeless characters continue to bring laughter and joy even today. However, not all was lighthearted in 1925. The warship HMS Hood stood tall as a testament to naval power during turbulent times. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean in Mexico City, Diego Rivera unveiled his awe-inspiring mural depicting pre-Columbian life within Zapotec Civilization at the Ministry of Public Education—an artistic marvel capturing ancient heritage for generations to come. William Heath Robinson continued to amaze with his imaginative work through "Hows That?"—a delightful illustration showcasing his ability to transform everyday situations into extraordinary feats using humor and creativity. Amidst these diverse highlights emerged another captivating image—a group photograph featuring elegant Salukis from 1925—a snapshot frozen in time capturing both beauty and companionship between humans and animals alike.