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1929 Collection (#11)

"1929: A Year of Glamour, Turmoil, and Transformation" Step back in time to 1929, a year filled with captivating moments that shaped history

Background image1929 Collection: Ellens at Rudgwick, Sussex, Bay Window

Ellens at Rudgwick, Sussex, Bay Window
A photograph of a large bay window belonging to a fine house called Ellens at Rudgwick, Sussex, designed by architect Maurice Everett Webb

Background image1929 Collection: Cottage at West Chiltington

Cottage at West Chiltington
A photograph of a thatch cottage, a new build from the time of the photo, erected at West Chiltington, a village in Horsham, West Sussex. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Ellens at Rudgwick, Sussex

Ellens at Rudgwick, Sussex
A photograph of an entrance face of a fine house called Ellens at Rudgwick, Sussex, designed by architect Maurice Everett Webb

Background image1929 Collection: A Map Of Irish Free State And Northern Ireland

A Map Of Irish Free State And Northern Ireland
a, map, of, irish, free, state, and, northern, ireland, 1929, truly, outstanding, large, scale, empire, marketing, board, poster, designed, by, leslie, macdonald, max, gill, this, design, for,

Background image1929 Collection: A Map of Scotland

A Map of Scotland
A truly outstanding, and rare, original Empire Marketing Board poster by the master of decorative map making, Leslie MacDonald ('Max') Gill

Background image1929 Collection: Chertsey

Chertsey
A London Underground design by F Gregory Brown, depicting Bright Young Things punting on the River Thames at Chertsey in Surrey

Background image1929 Collection: Oxford Eight practising on the River Thames with Houseboats

Oxford Eight practising on the River Thames with Houseboats
An Oxford Eight practising on the River Thames with elegant houseboats moored along the far riverbank. Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Coolidge Oath of Office

Coolidge Oath of Office
Scene from the inauguration of Mr Calvin Coolidge as president of the United states, in Washington DC. Calvin Coolidge was an American politician

Background image1929 Collection: Music cover, MGM's Hollywood Revue of 1929

Music cover, MGM's Hollywood Revue of 1929
Music cover, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's Hollywood Revue of 1929, Selection of Melodies Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Music cover, The Punch and Judy Show

Music cover, The Punch and Judy Show, words and music by Ben Black Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Julian Byng, 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy

Julian Byng, 1st Viscount Byng of Vimy, British Army officer during WW1, later Commissioner of Police in London (1928-1931) Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Princess Elizabeth in her pram, Hyde Park, London

Princess Elizabeth in her pram, Hyde Park, London
Princess Elizabeth, the future Queen Elizabeth II, being wheeled in her pram, Hyde Park, London Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Edward, Prince of Wales, drawn by William Rothenstein

Edward, Prince of Wales, drawn by William Rothenstein
Edward, Prince of Wales, later King Edward VIII, drawn by William Rothenstein Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Queen Mary drawn by Sir William Llewellyn

Queen Mary drawn by Sir William Llewellyn Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Illustration, The Story of Peter Pan

Illustration, The Story of Peter Pan
Peter Pan spreading his coat to the wind, he sailed merrily Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig

Field Marshal Douglas Haig, 1st Earl Haig, reproduction of a portrait by T Hamilton Crawford Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Doctor Faustus conjuring Mephistopheles

Doctor Faustus conjuring Mephistopheles Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Advert, The New Hoover Vacuum Cleaner

Advert, The New Hoover Vacuum Cleaner - Try Them All! Date: 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Houses in Venice

Houses in Venice
Oil painting showing what is most likely a town in Venice, Italy, judging by the green shutters on these houses. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Man Seated at Water Fountain

Man Seated at Water Fountain
Pastel artwork of a man, the details of which are difficult to make out, sat by a water fountain at night. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Two Deer

Two Deer
A simple but effective dry point of two deer, only one of them looking alert. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Shipwreck

Shipwreck
Drawing of what appears to be shipwreck victims, laid in contorted positions. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: The Piazza, Anticoli

The Piazza, Anticoli
Etching of The Piazza, in Anticoli Corrado, Rome, Italy. Lots of people can be seen shopping and gathering around a large fountain. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: The House of Mystery

The House of Mystery
Aquatint etching showing a large house with many square muntin windows, it is not known why this house has a mysterious label

Background image1929 Collection: Farm Animals

Farm Animals
Woodcut showing a large cow stood beside four geese. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: The Bank of England Rebuilding 1929

The Bank of England Rebuilding 1929
Etching showing the 1929 phase of rebuilding the Bank of England, the central bank in London. Date: circa 1930

Background image1929 Collection: Saint Catherine Figure

Saint Catherine Figure
A rare English Nottingham 15th century alabaster figure of Saint Catherine standing, crowned, upon the prostrate figure of the Emperor Maximin who has been impaled by his dagger. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Roses

Roses
An illustration of a simple gathering of dark pink roses. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: A Winter's Evening

A Winter's Evening
A Pastel landscape with an unclear, ominous looking figure in the centre. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Wood Barges on the Murray

Wood Barges on the Murray
Pastel painting showing some wood barges on the River Murray, in the South-east of Australia. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: The Beggars are Coming to Town

The Beggars are Coming to Town
Oil painting showing a travelling crew of beggars arriving at a town after a presumingly long journey. The central main figure seems awestruck by the place he has come to

Background image1929 Collection: The Children's Ward of Westminster Hospital

The Children's Ward of Westminster Hospital
An advertisement asking for donations urgently needed for the upkeep of the Children's ward at Westminster Hospital. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Anemones

Anemones
Picture of three Anemones, in pink, red and violet. One of the most lovely flowers of the garden Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: A Seated Lady

A Seated Lady
Etching of a seated lady looking out towards the city, from a high balcony. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Halesworth, Suffolk

Halesworth, Suffolk
Watercolour painting of Halesworth, a market town in north-eastern Suffolk, England. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Villa Garden

Villa Garden
Oil painting showing the outside simple garden of a villa. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Sir John Sinclair of Ulbster, Bt

Sir John Sinclair of Ulbster, Bt
An Oil painting of Sir John Sinclair of Ulbster, a British politician and writer of works including Statistical Account of Scotland of which there are a vast 21 volumes

Background image1929 Collection: Advertisement for Nell Gwynn

Advertisement for Nell Gwynn
An image from an advertisement for Nell Gwynn'. Delights of dining by candlelight Dining by Nell Gwynn candlelight is the vogue. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Lone Ship

Lone Ship
Pastel of a dark sea view at sunset, which emphasises the outline of a ship sailing by. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Hanging Man

Hanging Man
An ominous Pastel artwork of a dark and gloomy landscape, the focus is drawn to the lone figure of a man left to hang. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: The Encampment

The Encampment
Oil painting showing a group of travellers and a trio of gypsy caravans, set up for the night. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Oda Nielsen

Oda Nielsen
Portrait oil painting of the Danish Actress, Oda Laurenze Helmine Nielsen Nee Larsen. She was a highly acclaimed actress who performed at private theatres in Copenhagen

Background image1929 Collection: Mighty Like a Rose

Mighty Like a Rose
An oil painting of a baby. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: Blessed Be Wine

Blessed Be Wine
An oil painting of a wine drinker holding a flagon. This painting was to be exhibited at the Royal Academy of Arts at Stockholm, founded by Sir Joseph Duveen, Bt. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: The Green Hills of Ireland

The Green Hills of Ireland
A landscape oil painting showing the green hills of Ireland, piercing the clouds. Date: circa 1929

Background image1929 Collection: South Africa Advertisement

South Africa Advertisement
An advertisement promoting South Africa as an ideal holiday destination for tours in 1929 and 1930, entitled The Call of the Sun Country'

Background image1929 Collection: Calendar Miniatures, June

Calendar Miniatures, June
Miniature painting, one of a series of Calendar Miniatures, for the month of June. Shows the process of shearing sheep and other works of agricultural life. Date: circa 1530 (originally)

Background image1929 Collection: Oil painting

Oil painting of a causeway to a structure of joined elaborate buildings built into a large rocky outcrop on water. Date: circa 1929




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"1929: A Year of Glamour, Turmoil, and Transformation" Step back in time to 1929, a year filled with captivating moments that shaped history. From the luxurious Reids Palace Hotel advertisement enticing travelers to indulge in opulence to the awe-inspiring Supermarine aeroplane powered by the legendary Rolls-Royce S. 6 engine, innovation was at its peak. In the realm of arts and culture, Cecil Aldin's masterpiece "For What We Are About to Receive" captured hearts with its enchanting portrayal of a harmonious family meal. Meanwhile, on Wall Street, disaster struck as the infamous stock market crash sent shockwaves throughout the world. Fashion icon Gabrielle Coco Chanel continued her reign as she revolutionized women's style with her timeless designs. At Platform 1 in Paddington Station, bustling crowds witnessed departures and reunions amidst an era defined by rapid transportation advancements. Political movements were also prominent during this transformative year – a Liberal Party Poster boldly proclaimed "We Mobilised for War - Let us Mobilise. " rallying citizens towards unity. On another note, Buick's alluring advertisement showcased their latest automobile marvels that captivated car enthusiasts worldwide. Breaking gender stereotypes was not limited to fashion alone; Bystander magazine featured a striking cover depicting a boxing woman titled "In Training, " challenging societal norms and empowering women everywhere. Across borders, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk danced joyously with his adopted daughter – an endearing moment symbolizing progress and cultural exchange between nations. The Schneider Trophy Poster proudly announced Southsea as host to thrilling seaplane races that united aviation enthusiasts from far and wide. Finally, immerse yourself in the vibrant nightlife of speakeasies where flappers danced alongside dapper gentlemen enjoying cocktails – capturing the essence of 1920s social life within one frame.