Curtains Collection (#33)

Scottish medium Helen Duncan during a sance
Photograph of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan during a sance with her head covered with " ectoplasm" reaching down to her lap, May 1931. HPG/1/4/2 (xv)"

Belgium - Senior Belgian Railway Official & daughter standing in front of his house which boast the most elegant and exotic net curtains one is likely to witness in ones lifetime

Horrockses cotton advertisement
Advertisement for Horrockses, the greatest name in cotton and the leading manufacturer of printed cotton textiles for clothing and furnishing during the 1950s

German Drawing Room
A drawing room, parlour or salon

South African Jewellers Shop, Caxton Street, London
The fabulous frontage of the Jewellers Shop of Paul Krout, a South African diamond merchant, on the corner of Caxton Street and Palmer Street, London

Water pump
An advertisement from 1893 for Marryweathers hand fire-engines, a device which doubles up as both a fire extinguisher and plant watering machine

The Interior of the Amundsen Antarctic Expeditions Winter Q
Photograph showing the living quarters of the hut used by Roald Amundsens Antarctic Expedition of 1910-12. Sleeping bunks, with curtains, line the edges of the hut, with the dining table in the centre

Luxurious Living Room
An eye-catching living room, with a stylish satin suite, ruched curtains, parque flooring, Romanesque columns, flower arrangements, a baby grand piano, leopardskin rug

Children with Pet Dog
Two children, who appear to be brother and sister, shown playing with their Jack Russell, by the front door of their house. The window has net curtains and a window box

Arranging Flowers
A pretty young woman arranges flowers next to a window on a sunny day

COSTUME 1860-61 / TOUDOUZE
Girl: mantle with pelerine cape & pleated trim. Women: sortie de bal with black trim; black dress with tablier trim, funnel sleeves & bishop under- sleeves with reversed cuffs

Scranton Curtains 1919
A lady relaxes contentedly over her breakfast, secure in the knowledge that her curtains - by Scranton, of course - reflect her elegance and good taste

Peep inside
A lady with an elaborate party hat peeping through curtains

Lamp and Fabrics 1915
A table lamp stand on a table in front of curtains

Embracing lovers
In a room draped with exotic curtains a couple kiss passionately

Women Reading / Moller
A woman sits on a stool reading, unaware that she is being watched through some curtains

Industry / Textiles / Lace
Mending lace curtains

Advert / Courtauld Fabrics
Courtaulds Furnishing Fabrics

Advert / Waring & Gillow
Sofa by Waring abd Gillow, one of Londons prestige furnishing stores, depicted in a setting with curtains and other items

Young Couple 1970S
A young married couple, the husband with typical long hair and polo neck sweater and the wife with typical " curtains" hairstyle and stripy sweater

The Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum, Khiva, Uzbekistan, Central Asia

Curtain Makers 1900
German women making various lace and cotton curtains

Pig / Learned Toby 18C
Toby, the learned pig at Bartholomew Fair

Race Cource Fashions
Dark blue dress: skirt trimmed with fringing & waves of ribbon, open body with bows arranged like echelles. Green mantle with black reversed vandyke trim

Voisin-Delagrange Biplan
The Voisin-Delagrange III is the third to be built by this company in spring 1908; two side-curtains have been added to provide improved stability

USA / Met Opera / Curtain
NEW YORK Wagnerian opera singers take a curtain call, assisted by a footman

Social / Political Dinner
A lively political dinner: Tom and Bob taking a lesson on the Constitution and not neglecting their own

Afternoon Dress 1914
Tunic dress with Dolman (Batwing) sleeves, ruffle stand collar, open tunic flaring from a yoke, tubular skirt & belt with a rose clasp

French Bedroom / 1925
A spacious and elegant bedroom designed by Andre Groult. See 10424637 for a colour illustration version

Classical Curtains 3
DRAWING ROOM WINDOW CURTAINS in the classical style, with heavy dust-attracting folds. A clock on a plinth and a statue on a pedestal complement the sash windows

Classical Curtains 2
DRAWING ROOM WINDOW CURTAINS in the classical style, with bird and arrow fittings. The elegant work table completes the tasteful arrangement

Classical Curtains
LIBRARY WINDOW CURTAINS complementing the classical ornamentation of the pelmet and the interesting little table with built-in clock

DRAPERY 1805
Drapery for a dressing room in the classical style

Punch & Judy Postcard
Punch arrested

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"Curtains: Unveiling the Artistry and Stories Behind Them" Step into a time capsule with "A Studio in Montparnasse, c1926" by CRW Nevinson, where curtains frame the creative process of artists. In the heart of Paris, "Rubans de Paris - Corner of Maddox Street / St George Street" showcases how curtains add elegance to urban landscapes. Transport yourself to Provence, France through a mesmerizing poster capturing doors adorned with vibrant colors and intricate patterns. Experience the enchantment of bell ringers as they perform behind majestic curtains that heighten their musical magic. The whimsical music cover for "Two Marionettes Polka" unveils a world where curtains become characters dancing to lively tunes. Travel back in time to a cozy 1950s family living room, where floral-patterned curtains create an atmosphere of warmth and nostalgia. Witness the intimate act of putting on lipstick through David Wright's artwork, highlighting how they are both conceal and reveal beauty secrets. Discover vintage charm in a retro poster advertising Gilbert & Sullivan's performances at D'Oyly Carte Theatre - where grandiose stage curtains set the scene for timeless operettas. Feel the excitement on the first day of holidays as sunlight filters through sheer white curtains, promising days filled with adventure and relaxation. Marvel at Vienna's Stadttempel Synagogue's Sacred Ark curtain; its intricate design symbolizes spirituality woven into every thread within Austria's rich history. Immerse yourself in literary delights under lamplight with George Clausen's masterpiece "Reading by Lamplight (Twilight: Interior)" – showcasing how soft drapes enhance moments of solitude and introspection. Indulge your senses at Bechstein Hall in London. The advertisement captures opulent red velvet theater drapes inviting you to experience unforgettable musical performances.