1930 Collection (#99)

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

The Botanist Who Plucked A Blossom on Kew Gardens by Leslie
A homage to H.M. Bateman showing a young and bespectacled botanist, blissfully unaware of the shock and horror provoked by his actions

Bystander masthead by Harry Woolley, 1930
A bathing belle wearing a swimsuit and bathing cap lounges on a rock in the middle of the sea and enjoys a casual chat with Neptune

Sea Birds by Rebel Stanton
Two flapper girls in typical short dresses and hats of the late 1920s period, have a moment of being at one with nature on a cliff top as they throw out their arms to welcome some seagulls

On the Rocks by Lindsay Cable
A charming illustration in delicate hues depicting a young woman dressed only in a swimsuit sitting up a rock on a beach, and apparently gazing down at her reflection in a rock pool

Bystander masthead by Leon Heron, 1930
Stylised design for the front cover of The Bystander showing a well-dressed couple, he in top hat and tails, her in evening dress and fur coat facing each other and staring into one anothers faces

A Tatler fashion for July by Gordon Conway
Riviera-influenced fashion illustration by Gordon Conway depicting a pyjama suit with a large floppy hat for wearing on the beach

Time, Ladies, Please! by Webster Murray
A colour illustration of glamorous ladies drinking champagne

A Fan Fan-tasy. by Baird
An illustration of a model posed with a large decorative fan

A scene inside a cafe
Flo: I say, do you believe that awful story about Doris? Elsie: Of course I do- which one? An illustration of two ladies catching up with the gossip inside a cafe

Princess Elizabeth of York out riding with King George VI a
Photograph of the Queen Elizabeth, when Princess Elizabeth, with her father, King George VI (1895-1952) and her sister, Princess Margaret (1930-2002)

A childs bathtime. By A. E. Bestall
Child (hearing knock at the door): If you come in, Uncle, you must excuse me being all pink! A bathtime scene depicting a mother bathing her young daughter

A bathtime scene, by A. E. Bestall
Small Girl (owner of the teddy bear), after careful inspection of herself after her bath: You know, mummy, God must be magic, Hes made me without a single seam

Amedee Forestier
Amadee Forestier special artist of The Illustrated London News from 1882, covering ceremonial & state occasions. WWI and archaeological subjects

The Hon. Pamela Boscawen
PAMELA CARME The Hon. Pamela Boscawen, sister of Lord Falmouth and well known on the West End stage under the name of Pamela Carme

A THRILLER
A young women, cigarette holder perched artfully between her lips reads a sensational novel, her eyes wide at the contents

An Air Attack
A delicate lady, accompanied by her boy servant, fends off a small swarm of bees with an equally small parasol

Bystander Masthead 1930
A stylised art deco style illustration for the Bystander masthead showing a languide river scene with a bright young thing relaxing & smoking in a boat bobbing by the bank

Earl of Athlone
Major General Alexander Augustus Frederick William Alfred George Cambridge, 1st Earl of Athlone, formerly Prince Alexander of Teck (14 April 1874-16 January 1957)

Prince Alexander of Teck, Earl of Athlone
Major General Alexander Augustus Frederick William Alfred George Cambridge, 1st Earl of Athlone, formerly Prince Alexander of Teck (14 April 1874-16 January 1957)

Seventeenth-Century Rocking Horse, 1930
Photograph showing a childs seventeenth-century wooden rocking horse, at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, 1930

A Tatler Fashion for 1930, by Gordon Conway
Illustration showing an original design by Gordon Conway for a soft satin dinner dress, January 1930. The dress was designed on princess lines, ankle-length in front and longer behind

Irving Berlins Family, 1930
Photograph showing Irving Berlin (1888-1989), the American composer, with his wife (formerly Miss Ellen Mackay) and daughter, Mary Ellen, in 1930

Admiral Richard Byrd, c. 1929
Photograph of Rear-Admiral Richard Byrd (1888-1957), the American explorer, pictured in his cold weather furs with two snow-shoes, c.1929

Kenny Ball (b. 1930) English Jazz musician playing the trumpet

Chris Barber
Donald Christopher Chris Barber (b. 1930) English trombonist, musician and band leader who played with Humphrey Littleton in the 1940s and then led his own band

Autumn Women C1930
Two women among leaves in an autumn scene

Ski Outfits
A group of women preparing to ski

Woman, Car & Dog C1930
A woman, her car and her dog: special auto edition

Summer Fashions / Dryden
Summer fashions

Woman & Balloons C1930
A woman with some colourful festive balloons

Man, Car & Dog Nov 1930
A man strokes a little dog sitting in an open top car: special auto edition

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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.