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Creating Collection (#6)

"Unleashing the Imagination: From Sketches to Reality" Step into the world of creativity and innovation with a glimpse into various realms of creation

Background imageCreating Collection: Jacket & Trousers 1939

Jacket & Trousers 1939
Leisure, those idle care-free re-creating moments, has brought the Lounge Sports Jacket and Flannel Trousers into great popularity

Background imageCreating Collection: Futurist designer dress, 1913

Futurist designer dress, 1913
A design by the Futurist artist, Leon Bakst, expressing the spring time of the earth, 1913. Bakst designed dresses and scenery for the Russian ballet at this time

Background imageCreating Collection: Steam-Plough in the Arkansas Valley, 1907

Steam-Plough in the Arkansas Valley, 1907
Photograph showing the latest Steam-plough, creating seven furrows at a time, as used in the Arkansas valley, 1907. At this time the valley was being reclaimed by means of irrigation

Background imageCreating Collection: Feather Hat with Veil

Feather Hat with Veil
A toque or fitted helmet composed of black & white feathers creating a scallop design complete with a visor style veil; a black hat with a segmented brim

Background imageCreating Collection: Moss Photographs H Price

Moss Photographs H Price
A spirit photograph of Harry Price taken by George Moss who subsequently confessed to creating fake pictures (such as this one)

Background imageCreating Collection: Costume / Gimbel Bros 1914

Costume / Gimbel Bros 1914
Fur hat, stole, fur-trimmed coat, double skirts (narrow under-skirt) or long jackets creating a tunic effect, hats with broad brims & vertical trim, Louis heel boots

Background imageCreating Collection: Monk making basket, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Monk making basket, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCreating Collection: Cooking quail eggs, Chatuchak weekend market, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Cooking quail eggs, Chatuchak weekend market, Bangkok, Thailand, Southeast Asia, Asia

Background imageCreating Collection: An ice climber makes his way up a frozen waterfall near Cogne, above the Aosta Valley

An ice climber makes his way up a frozen waterfall near Cogne, above the Aosta Valley, northern Italy, Europe

Background imageCreating Collection: Two rock climbers making their way up a very difficult route on the 450 metre monolith of Karimbony

Two rock climbers making their way up a very difficult route on the 450 metre monolith of Karimbony, Tsaranoro Massif, Andringitra National Park, Southern Madagascar, Africa

Background imageCreating Collection: Climber makes a solo ascent of one of the thousands of classic outcrop climbs on the popular cliff

Climber makes a solo ascent of one of the thousands of classic outcrop climbs on the popular cliff of Stanage Edge, near Hathersage, Peak District, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageCreating Collection: ME90070

ME90070
Entrance to Las Pozas, the pools, surrealist sculpture garden and architecture created by Edward James an eccentric English aristocrat, Xilitla, San Luis Potosi state, Mexico, North America

Background imageCreating Collection: Las Pozas, the pools, surrealist sculpture garden and architecture created by Edward James an

Las Pozas, the pools, surrealist sculpture garden and architecture created by Edward James an eccentric English aristocrat, Xilitla, San Luis Potosi state, Mexico, North America

Background imageCreating Collection: Workers creating a new beach resort on the Palm development in Dubai

Workers creating a new beach resort on the Palm development in Dubai. Creating new sea front real estate is a
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Background imageCreating Collection: Pads of cactus used to raise the cochineal beetle for making red dye

Pads of cactus used to raise the cochineal beetle for making red dye, Oaxaca, Mexico, North America

Background imageCreating Collection: City souq, Tripoli

City souq, Tripoli, Tripolitania, Libya, North Africa, Africa

Background imageCreating Collection: Secretarybird

Secretarybird (Sagittarius serpentarius) pair building a nest atop an acacia tree, Masai Mara National Reserve, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Background imageCreating Collection: Bridge under construction

Bridge under construction, Japan, Asia

Background imageCreating Collection: Street musician playing instrument, Kunming, Yunnan, China, Asia

Street musician playing instrument, Kunming, Yunnan, China, Asia

Background imageCreating Collection: Metalsmith making temple ornaments, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Metalsmith making temple ornaments, Lhasa, Tibet, China, Asia

Background imageCreating Collection: Silhouette of backpacker making way over pass in the Torres Circuit hike

Silhouette of backpacker making way over pass in the Torres Circuit hike, Torres del Paine National Park, Chile, South America

Background imageCreating Collection: God Creating Worlds

God Creating Worlds
God and a demon create new worlds for the fun of it

Background imageCreating Collection: Napoleon the Kingmaker

Napoleon the Kingmaker
Napoleon the Gingerbread Baker creating new kings - a comment on his habit of appointing his relatives to the thrones of defeated or occupied nations

Background imageCreating Collection: Smokeless Powder 1 of 2

Smokeless Powder 1 of 2
Gunfire using normal powder, creating a cloud of smoke (1 of 2)

Background imageCreating Collection: Sculpting Animals

Sculpting Animals
Waterstone Hawkins and an assistant in his workshop, creating the prehistoric animal sculptures for the grounds of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham

Background imageCreating Collection: Dinner Dress / Worth 1921

Dinner Dress / Worth 1921
Pink dress by Worth with cap sleeves, deep V -neck, slightly low waisted & with a skirt composed of sections of tiers of fringing creating an uneven hemline

Background imageCreating Collection: Swimwear / Women / 1918

Swimwear / Women / 1918
Pre-war & post-war fashions creating a skirmish on the sea front

Background imageCreating Collection: Bakst Hobble Skirt

Bakst Hobble Skirt
Hobble skirt costume designed & drawn by Bakst & made by Paquin. The skirt is cut-away at the front creating a split to enable the wearer to walk. N.B incongruous ruff

Background imageCreating Collection: Asymetrical Trim 1922

Asymetrical Trim 1922
Barrel-line dress: slash neck & all-round turnover collar creating a berta or cape effect, narrow sleeves, asymetrical bands of trim & a low slung belt at the hips

Background imageCreating Collection: Ogdens Guinea Gold

Ogdens Guinea Gold
A fine example of fin-de- siecle press advertising - a bold layout with lettering to match, creating a striking effect

Background imageCreating Collection: God Creates (Feart)

God Creates (Feart)
God moves over the face of the waters, creating it all

Background imageCreating Collection: Tibetan Food Stamp

Tibetan Food Stamp
TIBETAN FOOD STAMP This talisman was pressed onto soft foodstuffs, creating an image which protected the lamas from evil spirits




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"Unleashing the Imagination: From Sketches to Reality" Step into the world of creativity and innovation with a glimpse into various realms of creation. Inspired by "The Sketch Ideal Home No. VI, " we embark on a journey where imagination knows no bounds. Just like William Heath Robinson's "An Ideal Home No. I, " let us explore how dreams can be transformed into tangible masterpieces. As skiers make their early tracks after a fresh snowfall at Alta Ski Resort, it reminds us that nature itself is an artist, creating breathtaking landscapes for our enjoyment. Similarly, in the realm of science, particle physics research delves deep into the mysteries of existence, unraveling the very fabric of reality. From carpentry in 1870 to modern-day craftsmanship, such as when giants shape mountains like "Giant Makes the Wrekin, " human hands have always been capable of shaping wonders from raw materials. Whether it's building fairy rings or Tiddy-Doll Great French-Gingerbread-Baker Drawing Out his creations, there is magic in every stroke and chisel. Intriguingly, art often intertwines with science as seen in "The Ancient of Days - Urizen measuring out the material world. " It highlights how knowledge expands through measurement and observation – just like scientists studying particle collisions to unlock secrets hidden within matter. Creativity transcends boundaries; even brewing coffee outside a Bedouin tent in Sinai showcases cultural ingenuity blending tradition with practicality. This fusion captures Africa's vibrant spirit while reminding us that creation takes many forms across different corners of our planet. So let your mind wander through these diverse hints about creation – whether it's envisioning an ideal home or pushing artistic boundaries like Brain Salad caricatured Victor Hugo did on its front cover – embrace your own creative potential. Let inspiration guide you towards bringing ideas to life and making your mark on this ever-evolving canvas called existence.