Costume Collection (#11)

Member son the The Womens Royal Naval Service (WRNS) entertainment section. The caption suggests the word Canadian, but also WRNS who are the British regiment. Picture taken 12th November 1944

Miss Swansea 1966 Judy Radford, aged 19, in traditional Welsh costume. 31st July 1967

Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean, (Torvill and Dean) appearing in 1982. Torvill and Dean (Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean) are English ice dancers and former British, European

Rik Mayall, dressed for his role in "The Government Inspector"
Rik Mayall, dressed for his role in " The Government Inspector" at the National Theatre. 23rd January 1985

Judi Dench playing the part of Isabella in Measure for Measure, by William Shakespeare. The production took place at The Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford Upon Avon. Picture taken 8th April 1962

Judi Dench as Titania in A Midsummer Nights Dream at The Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Stratford upon Avon. West Midlands. Picture taken 17th April 1962

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

Cliff Richard and Jacqueline Daryl on the set of the film Summer Holiday. 19th July 1962

At Bindles Ballroom, Barry, are the Sybil Marks Formation Team, who on 27th February will take part in the second round of the television series " Come Danicng" in Swansea

Lysette Anthony, British actress aged 17 years old, on set of new television film Ivanhoe, she plays the character Lady Rowena, pictured 7th September 1981

Lysette Anthony, British actress aged 18 years old, on set of new film Krull, she plays the character Princess Lyssa, pictured at Pinewood Studios, 14th May 1982

Brian May arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

John Reid (Elton Johns Manager), and guest arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Elton John arriving at his 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Lily Savage arriving at Elton Johns 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Elton John and David Furnish arriving at Eltons 50th birthday party at Hammersmith Palais. 6th April 1997

Catweasel and Stoats, new LWT Childrens television series, begins on Sunday 15th February 1970, starring actor Geoffrey Bayldon as title character Catweasel

The world famous "Batman"alias Adam West on his flying visit to London appears
The world famous " Batman" alias Adam West on his flying visit to London appears exclusively for London Weekend Television as guest on " Saturday Scene"

Catherine Zeta Jones dancing and playing the part of Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street, which opened in April 1987 at The Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London

Filming the new series of The Onedin Line. Filming on location in Falmouth, the sets were dressed to give a Liverpool background

Ken Dodd appears in the role of Malvolio in Twelfth Night at Liverpools playhouse. 5th November 1971

Alexandra Stevenson, professional actress and amateur painter, pictured 12th January 1965. She is currently starring as Prince Charming in the panto Cinderella at the Rotherham Theatre, London

Mrs Rita Hudis with her husband Norman Hudis, who wrote the script for the film Carry on Nurse. 31st December 1959

Coco the Clown, created by Nicolai Poliakoff OBE. Coco the Clown talking to children in Swansea on his pet subject, road safety. April 1964

A man dressed in victorian clothing, wearing a false beard and riding a penny-farthing as part of the Cambridge Goes Gay celebrations. Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, June 1947

The girl horn blower: Ripons famous horn must always be sounded at curfew, at four corners of the Market Place. For centuries the city Horn blower has been performing the ceremony

Actress Helen Mirren dressed as Cleopatra during a break from rehearsals at the Scala Theatre, London. 5th September 1966

Model seen here putting on a Michelin man costume at the 1972 Motor Show at Earls Court 19th October 1972

Dump Truck the Sumo Wrestler

Spencer Teakle, a young actor, has a part in the new Revue "Pay The Piper"
Spencer Teakle, a young actor, has a part in the new Revue " Pay The Piper" in which he appears as a giraffe. Picture shows him in his costume with a real giraffe at Edinburgh Zoo November

Four year old chimney sweep Tommy Stafford in fancy dress to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the historic East Street market. August 1980

Deborah Ann "Debbie"Harry (born July 1, 1945
Deborah Ann " Debbie" Harry (born July 1, 1945) is an American singer-songwriter and actress, best known as the lead singer of the new wave and punk rock band Blondie

Norman Fay with an 1911 Pederson bike

The filming of It Ain t Half Hot Mum, at Hawley Lake, Farnborough, in Hampshire including Windsor Davis and Don Estelle. June 1980 80-03101

Trapeze artist Inga-Lise swung into newcastle for a production with the Scottish Opera

Six bunny girls heading for the charts at the Playboy club, have just made their first record, " Caught Live" being released on the Decca label. January 1969 P018481

Bunny girls at playboy cover up. May 1970 P018508

Batman and Robin escort Father Christmas safely into a city store as thousands of children surge around a gleaming Batmobile as it drove up to Lewiss in Market-Street, Manchester

NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE BAMBOO DANCE, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribe performing bamboo dance

BAMBOO POLE CLIMBING, NAGA WARRIOR TRIBE, NAGALAND, NORTH EAST INDIA
India, Nagaland, Naga Warrior tribal feat of climbing Bamboo poles

Workmen uncovering a group of cists at the excavation site of the Iron Age cemetery at Harlyn Bay, St Merryn, Cornwall
A view of men excavating cists (stone lined graves) in 1900 with a horse and cart in the background. A policeman watches from the right hand side

Group at the excavation site of the Iron Age cemetery at Harlyn Bay, St Merryn, Cornwall. 1900
A view of the Reverend W. Iago (centre) and others at the excavation in 1900. 2000 tons of blown sand was excavated to a depth of 20 feet and carted away

Waterfall outside Waterfall Gardens, Truro, Cornwall. Probably around 1910
A group of women and children stand beside the waterfall outside Waterfall Gardens with the new Carvedras Viaduct in the background

A Concert Party, Artist Unknown
Oil on board, Dutch / Flemish School, 17th century. The painting was previously known as Queen Elizabeth and the Earl of Leicester at Kenilworth and attributed to Dirk Hals (1591-1656)

Worths Quay with excursionists awaiting a boat, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1920s
A glass lantern slide picturing a large group of excursionists waiting for an excursion steamer on the Truro River at Worths Quay

Horse buses in front of the Cathedral, High Cross, Truro, Cornwall. Around 1910
The horse buses include the St Columb-Summercourt-Truro service. People are seated on the horse buses as well as a number of children standing looking at the camera

Two ladies and a little girl of the Tamblyn family of Ivy House, Mitchell, St Newlyn East, Cornwall. 8th November 1908
A Tamblyn family group of two ladies and a little girl. Miss Mary Tamblyn was a draper and tea dealer at the post office during the period around 1906. Photographer: Samuel John Govier

Lions Charity Chariots, Par, Cornwall. September 1992

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"Unveiling the Timeless Artistry: A Journey through Costume" Step into a world of Gypsy Splendour as Laura Knight's brushstrokes bring Elsie on Hassan to life, adorned in vibrant and intricate garments. Marvel at the Gold mask of Tutankhamun, a mesmerizing relic from ancient Egypt that showcases the opulence and grandeur of their costume traditions. Transport yourself to Perranporth beach in 1922, where surfers donned their casual yet stylish attire, capturing the essence of summertime fashion. Travel back in time to Polperro in the 1860s-1870s, where four fishermen proudly display their rugged outfits, reflecting both practicality and tradition. Enter the realm of nostalgia with Sailor from 1955's Players Please collection; his uniform exudes charm and adventure on high seas. Witness the haunting presence of a Plague doctor from centuries past. This eerie costume serves as a reminder of humanity's struggle against disease throughout history. Indulge in laughter alongside Laurel and Hardy, whose timeless comedic genius is enhanced by their iconic costumes that have become synonymous with comedy itself. Experience chills down your spine as Lon Chaney Jr. Embodies The Wolfman's terrifying persona through his transformative costume design - an embodiment of horror cinema at its finest. Immerse yourself in living history during a Civil War re-enactment near Edgehill. Witness participants meticulously recreate period costumes, paying homage to those who lived through tumultuous times. Take a stroll through Victorian London captured beautifully in OP15919 photograph. The diverse array of costumes worn by individuals reflects societal norms and aspirations during this era. Celebrate American cowboy culture alongside Roy Rogers (1912-1998) as he poses elegantly with his beloved horse Trigger – an emblematic figure dressed impeccably for every rodeo performance. Costume transcends time and place; it tells stories woven within fabric, capturing the essence of individuals and eras.