1930 Collection (#98)

The Nag Hammadi Barrage (Dam) - Egypt
Outlets of the Flushing Culverts in the dock - 22nd July 1928. Photograph from an album commemorating the opening of the Nag Hammadi Barrage (dam) in 1930

Arthur James Balfour / Stamp
ARTHUR JAMES BALFOUR (1848 - 1930) 1st Earl of Balfour British politician, Conservative MP

Boys Club evening activities, February1930
Evenings at a Boys Club needn t be a dull affair with plenty of activities to get involved in, including chess, playing the piano, playing cards, and reading. Not a Playstaton or iPod in sight!

Boys Club, fancy dress, circa 1930
Six boys from a Boys Club in wonderful fancy dress costume

Boys Club gym class group photograph 1930
An informal gym class group photograph featuring 23 boys from a Boys Club of 1930, sitting on gym equipment and smiling for the camera

Boys Club swimming circa 1930
A group of boys from a Boys Club take a swim in a river, doubtlessly cold. Most wear one piece costumes

General Sir Bryan T. Mahon / Stamp
General SIR BYRAN THOMAS MAHON KCB, KCVO, DSO (1862 - 1930) British Army general and Irish Free State Senator

Afternoon swimming at Boys Club
Five older boys in one piece swimming costume stand by the edge of a river. Two of them wear swimming hats and four look like they have not been long out of the water

Boys club snooker game, February 1930
A group of seventeen boys cram around a snooker table during an evening game at a Boys Club

Boys Club swimming 1930
A group of ten boys from a Boys Club take an afternoon swim in a river, doubtlessly cold. All wear one piece costumes. Two boys on the bank look slightly apprehensive

Boys club members in transportation, circa 1930
At least 33 happy exited young members of a boys club are transported, unceremoniously in the back of a truck for a week of camping and adventure in the countryside

Outdoor washing, Boys Club 1930
Two boys wash the grime from their hair using a small bowl of water outside of their tent

Group of Middle Eastern men
An unidentified group of seven Middle Eastern men pose for their photograph. Photograph by Ralph Ponsonby Watts

Sailing ships at Burgas, Bulgaria
Burgas Harbour, on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. The bow and the stern of Black Sea ships are raised to counter the under-sea turbulence in the water

General Smith-Dorrien / Stamp
Sir Horace Lockwood Smith-Dorrien British Soldier

Rugby match Middlesex 7s 1930
Tackling a Blackheath man in the final of the Seven a side rugby tournament: London Welsh win by six points to nil

Budapest, Hungary - View across Danube toward the Parliament Building with St. Stephens Basilica in the distance. Note the lowered funnel on the steamship to allow passage under the span of

Count Albert Apponyi Polyclinic in Budapest
An operation in progress at the Count Albert Apponyi Polyclinic in Budapest - named after Count Albert Apponyi de Nagyappony (1846 - 1933), a distinguished Hungarian nobleman and politician

Dictating a Letter
A secretary ensures her next pay rise by assuming an elevated position on the desk of her boss to take a letter. She rests her feet upon his legs

In The Blue Gums Azure Shade - An Australian Bush Picnic
An illustration by F. Matania depicting the popularity of picnicking in the Australian forests

Three Gowns of Classic Beauty, by G. Sacy
Colour fashion illustration showing three glamorous evening gowns

Bows are important details, G. Sacy
Colour fashion illustration showing glamorous dresses adorned with bows

Off for Paris by W. Bryce Hamilton
Off for Paris - The Start of an Imperial Airway Liner from Croydon Aerodrome, drawn for The Sphere by W. Bryce Hamilton

Winter Sports holidays
Brochure front cover advertising Thomas Cooks winter sports holidays for 1929-1930

In Spring a Young Mans fancy
A colour illustration showing a gentleman admiring a stylishly dressed young lady

Advertisement for Asprey vanity cases
Colour advert in The Tatler for Asprey vanity cases

Visit Egypt tourism advertisement
Colour advertisement for the Egypt Travel Bureau

Journeys End
Couple dancing on ice, not aware of the hazard ahead of them

Poster advertising Bananas
Banana Palms: a poster artistically designed by E McKnight Kauffer for the Empire Marketing Board

Girl Holding Dog
A little girl holds her dog while their photo is taken

The Tatler Christmas Number 1930
A front cover illustration by Lewis Baumer showing an ice skater

Wont Nobody Kiss Us Good-Night? By Lawson Wood
A colour illustration by artist Lawson Wood showing two orangutans waiting to get a kiss before they go to bed

A Forecast of Spring Fashions by Gordon Conway
This charming afternoon gown is carried out in steel blue satin wtih circular bands and a full skirt lined with red. Specially designed and drawn for Britannia & Eve by Gordon Conway

A lovely gown in which to celebrate Christmas festivies, by
A fashion illustration by Gordon Conway of a black velvet and net dinner gown worn with a net jacket

A suit for the sports woman, by Gordon Conway
A fashion illustration showing a polka dot suit worn with a molded felt hat

Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone
Princess Alice of Albany, Countess of Athlone (1883-1981), daughter of Prince Leopold and Princess Helen of Waldeck-Pyrmont

Advertisement for Pratts Petrol
A wintery scene showing a family playing in the snow

Who Said Gentlemen Prefer Blondes? By Lawson Wood
A colour illustration by artist Lawson Wood showing two male cats fighting over a pretty female cat. Date: 20th August 1930

The Mode in May by Gordon Conway
A fashion illustration of a heavy pink satin gown, cut on the bias. The bodice is cut like a small bolero, tied at the back with a bow. The dress is worn with long pink suede gloves

Dolcis shoes advertisement
Advertisement for Dolcis shoe salons, showing some of their latest designs and a picture of a woman in a long bias cut pink dress and floppy hat, typical of 1930

When Puck Laughs by Primrose Harley
A sprite, or Puck, rocks idly on a weather vane atop a church steeple, and mocks the people in the town below going about their daily business

Portrait sketches by
Four portrait sketches by Peter Baxendale, aka Mrs Basil Baxendale. From top left, Mrs David Jagger, wife of the well-known portrait painter, a self-portrait together with her dog, Simon, H.I.H

To wear on the Riviera by Gordon Conway
A fashion design by Gordon Conway, taken from a series of monthly supplements drawn by the artist

Rapide, by Keith Bryant
A colour illustration of a stylish couple on board a train in a railway station

Visit Egypt advertisement
A colour illustration of an Egyptian skyline at night

Un Client Serieux by Marius Joseph Weiss
A man enjoying a glass of beer and a pipe yawns contentedly as he sits at a table on his own in a bar or pub

The Futurists Dream of Paradise by Leslie Butler
A futurist artist, sleeps in his bed dreaming of a paradise filled with stylised futurist figures and landscapes for him to paint. Humorous illustration by Leslie Butler

Overture by Leo Bates
A Spanish senorita, with an off the shoulder, fringed dress, a flower in her hair, a fedora hat and a cigarette holder, glances back at a potential suitor

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"1930: A Decade of Cultural Milestones and Iconic Moments" Step back in time to the year 1930, a period marked by significant events and captivating personalities. Haile Selassie, the Emperor of Ethiopia, ascends to power in Ilz 1930, bringing hope and change to his nation. Meanwhile, Anton LaVey emerges as a controversial figure with the establishment of his Church of Satan. In 1936, Haile Selassie once again captures attention as he addresses the League of Nations amidst Italy's invasion of Ethiopia. The Tatler cover featuring Walt Disney showcases the growing influence and popularity of animated entertainment during this era. The Tour de France photo encapsulates the spirit of athleticism and endurance that captivated audiences worldwide. Alfred Bestall's "The Ghost Story" takes readers on a thrilling journey into supernatural realms through captivating illustrations. The Midland Hotel Morecambe stands tall as an architectural marvel symbolizing elegance and luxury. G. H Davis immortalizes history with his photographs documenting the construction process behind Sydney Harbour Bridge. Captain Woolf Barnato proudly poses next to his Bentley car - a testament to wealth and sophistication that defined this era. D. H Lawrence's photograph captures him at a pivotal moment in literary history when he challenged societal norms through his provocative works. Programme cover for Paris Qui Revue reflects the vibrant arts scene thriving in Paris during this time - where creativity knows no bounds. Finally, summer on the French Riviera evokes images of sun-soaked beaches, glamorous parties, and carefree indulgence. As we reflect upon 1930s' cultural tapestry woven with political intrigue, artistic brilliance, sporting triumphs, and luxurious escapes; it becomes clear that this decade left an indelible mark on our collective memory.