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Double Collection (#3)

"Double the Fun: Exploring Contrasting Worlds Through Art, History

Background imageDouble Collection: Comic postcard, Flowers in the park Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Flowers in the park Date: 20th century

Background imageDouble Collection: Comic postcard, Men walk past shop window Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Men walk past shop window Date: 20th century

Background imageDouble Collection: Norah Blaney and Gwen Farrar

Norah Blaney and Gwen Farrar
The revue artists and frequent double-act, Norah Blaney (at the piano) and her droll friend Gwen Farrar, performing in Punch-bowl at the Duke of Yorks Theatre in 1925. Date: 1925

Background imageDouble Collection: Ratner patent safe, fire and fall resisting, for registrars

Ratner patent safe, fire and fall resisting, for registrars, Size No. 5, with details and measurements. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageDouble Collection: Fuel winter crisis: Heating pumped from the earth and water

Fuel winter crisis: Heating pumped from the earth and water
Diagram illustrating how heat in the earth and water can provide heating for homes and factories. City Electrical Engineer of Norwich

Background imageDouble Collection: People on a bus, Lincoln to Olympia

People on a bus, Lincoln to Olympia
People on a bus, travelling from Lincoln to Olympia. The advertisement on the side of the bus reads: Battles, Chemists, a century of public service

Background imageDouble Collection: Two forms of transport on a London bridge

Two forms of transport on a London bridge -- a double decker bus on the left, a horse and cart on the right. The bus is on Route 33A, serving Sheen, Hammersmith, Kensington, Piccadilly Circus

Background imageDouble Collection: Australia House, Strand, London

Australia House, Strand, London - Bush House - now the home of the BBC World Service. The Church of St Mary-le-Strand can be seen back left

Background imageDouble Collection: Green Coat & Cane 1807

Green Coat & Cane 1807
Green double-breasted cut-away coat with stand-fall collar & revers, white waistcoat, cravat & silk stockings, pale grey breeches, black pumps, top hat & fob ribbon

Background imageDouble Collection: USA, Colorado, Early Snow; Near Aspen, Landscape Of Maroon Lake And Maroon Bells In Distance

USA, Colorado, Early Snow; Near Aspen, Landscape Of Maroon Lake And Maroon Bells In Distance

Background imageDouble Collection: Pigeon as Military observer 1914

Pigeon as Military observer 1914
Miniature double camera with two lenses pointing in opposite directions was attached to the pigeon by harness to take automatic photographs at regular intervals over enermies ground. 1914

Background imageDouble Collection: Factors governing an invasion by G. H. Davis

Factors governing an invasion by G. H. Davis
The situation of Britain face to face with a German north-west Europe: factors governing an invasion during the Second World War

Background imageDouble Collection: Blenheims and Messerschmitts by G. H. Davis

Blenheims and Messerschmitts by G. H. Davis
The fight between Bristol Blenheims and Messerschmitt 110 destroyer planes over the North Sea during the Second World War

Background imageDouble Collection: Friedrichstrasse, Berlin, Germany

Friedrichstrasse, Berlin, Germany Date: circa 1910s

Background imageDouble Collection: A Woman of No Importance

A Woman of No Importance
A rather dark humoured illustration by Phil May, entitled A Woman of No Importance, a skit on the title of the play by Oscar Wilde of 1893

Background imageDouble Collection: Monkeys playing music

Monkeys playing music

Background imageDouble Collection: Strike action, with London trams at a standstill

Strike action, with London trams at a standstill
The scene near the Elephant and Castle, London, with a continuous line of double-decker trams all heading in the direction of London Bridge during the 1911 strike. 1911

Background imageDouble Collection: Music at home - sketches from life of amateur musicians, 189

Music at home - sketches from life of amateur musicians, 189
Music at home - sketches from life of amateur musicians by T.W Couldery. Date: 1894

Background imageDouble Collection: Advert for a Leveson double pram 1928

Advert for a Leveson double pram 1928
Leveson baby cars, for two babies easy handle and safe. 1928

Background imageDouble Collection: Photograph of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan during sance

Photograph of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan during sance with " ectoplasm" wrapped around her head and the end tucked into her nostrils, May 1931

Background imageDouble Collection: Wurlitzer Double Bass

Wurlitzer Double Bass
The instrument on its own

Background imageDouble Collection: San Fansisco - Oakland Bay Bridge

San Fansisco - Oakland Bay Bridge
Illustration of San Francisco - Oakland Bay bridge, at the time the largest bridge system in the world at 8.25 miles long

Background imageDouble Collection: Male Type / Traveller 1922

Male Type / Traveller 1922
Happy chap in a cosy double- breasted overcoat lined in opossum & with a fur roll collar, also a flat cap, narrow trousers with turn-ups, spats & gloves

Background imageDouble Collection: Cruising Suit Circa 1940

Cruising Suit Circa 1940
A two-piece cruising suit composed of blue trousers and a blazer (double-breasted coat) of striped flannel

Background imageDouble Collection: Auricula Purpurea

Auricula Purpurea
Double headed Auricula Purpurea

Background imageDouble Collection: Entrance to the dockyard, Portsmouth

Entrance to the dockyard, Portsmouth
Entrance to the dockyard at Portsmouth, where Lieutenant Commander Lionel Kenneth Phillip Buster Crabb (1909-1956) disappeared on 19 April 1956

Background imageDouble Collection: Comic postcard, woman at the races with bookie, placing a bet both ways Date

Comic postcard, woman at the races with bookie, placing a bet both ways Date: 20th century

Background imageDouble Collection: The doorway, Vézelay, France, 1915. Creator: Albany E Howarth

The doorway, Vézelay, France, 1915. Creator: Albany E Howarth
The doorway, Vezelay, France, 1915. Vezelay is a historic hill town in north-cental France, famous for its Romanesque abbey and also for its Basilica of St Mary Magdalene.

Background imageDouble Collection: Pair Of Double Salt Cellars, 1782. Creator: Jean-Joseph Beaudet

Pair Of Double Salt Cellars, 1782. Creator: Jean-Joseph Beaudet
Pair Of Double Salt Cellars, 1782.

Background imageDouble Collection: Overhead

Overhead
Tal Paz-Fridman

Background imageDouble Collection: Station history

Station history
Refat

Background imageDouble Collection: Jasmine from China has yellow and double flowers. English jasmine with double yellow flowers

Jasmine from China has yellow and double flowers. English jasmine with double yellow flowers, Jasminum species
FLO4596998 Jasmine from China has yellow and double flowers. English jasmine with double yellow flowers, Jasminum species

Background imageDouble Collection: Anglo Saxon flag 53, swords 54, 55, slingshot 56, magisterial staffs 57, 58, 74, lances 59-63

Anglo Saxon flag 53, swords 54, 55, slingshot 56, magisterial staffs 57, 58, 74, lances 59-63, daggers 64, 65
FLO4702291 Anglo Saxon flag 53, swords 54, 55, slingshot 56, magisterial staffs 57, 58, 74, lances 59-63, daggers 64, 65, double headed axe of the Danes called a Bipennis 66, Danish axes 67, 68

Background imageDouble Collection: Cross-section showing impression of Marc Isambart Brunel's double arched masonry Thames Tunnel

Cross-section showing impression of Marc Isambart Brunel's double arched masonry Thames Tunnel built 1825-1843
530614 Cross-section showing impression of Marc Isambart Brunel's double arched masonry Thames Tunnel built 1825-1843

Background imageDouble Collection: A Drua aka Na Drua, N'drua, Ndrua or Vaka Tepu, a double hulled voyaging canoe from Fiji

A Drua aka Na Drua, N'drua, Ndrua or Vaka Tepu, a double hulled voyaging canoe from Fiji
3253024 A Drua aka Na Drua, N'drua, Ndrua or Vaka Tepu, a double hulled voyaging canoe from Fiji; (add.info.: A Drua aka Na Drua, N'drua, Ndrua or Vaka Tepu)

Background imageDouble Collection: Queen triggerfish, Balistes vetula, wedge-tail triggerfish, Rhinecanthus rectangulus

Queen triggerfish, Balistes vetula, wedge-tail triggerfish, Rhinecanthus rectangulus, and short-nosed tripodfish
FLO4655072 Queen triggerfish, Balistes vetula, wedge-tail triggerfish, Rhinecanthus rectangulus, and short-nosed tripodfish, Triacanthus biaculeatus

Background imageDouble Collection: Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single and double needle instruments, 1859

Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single and double needle instruments, 1859
3480040 Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single and double needle instruments, 1859; (add.info.: Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single)

Background imageDouble Collection: Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single and double needle instruments, 1859

Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single and double needle instruments, 1859
3480039 Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single and double needle instruments, 1859; (add.info.: Electric Telegraph; Including Cooke and Wheatstone single)

Background imageDouble Collection: Decorative botanical print with foxglove, angel's trumpet, clematis and passionflower

Decorative botanical print with foxglove, angel's trumpet, clematis and passionflower
5855545 Decorative botanical print with foxglove, angel's trumpet, clematis and passionflower; (add.info.: Five climbing plants including pink foxglove (Lophospermum)

Background imageDouble Collection: The Warrener (w/c)

The Warrener (w/c)
5669017 The Warrener (w/c) by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Photo © AF Fotografie

Background imageDouble Collection: The double parade on the road of the retreat, in Galicia: dismounted infantrymen

The double parade on the road of the retreat, in Galicia: dismounted infantrymen
5314030 The double parade on the road of the retreat, in Galicia: dismounted infantrymen and disciplined horsemen of the Wild Division'; (add.info.: The double parade on the road of the retreat)

Background imageDouble Collection: A double Monocycle

A double Monocycle
5616634 A double Monocycle; (add.info.: A double Monocycle 1869. 01/01/1869); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageDouble Collection: How They Met Themselves, 1864 (w/c & bodycolour on paper)

How They Met Themselves, 1864 (w/c & bodycolour on paper)
PNH468075 How They Met Themselves, 1864 (w/c & bodycolour on paper) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 27.9x24.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageDouble Collection: Pablo Picasso and Moise Kisling, c.1910 (b/w photo)

Pablo Picasso and Moise Kisling, c.1910 (b/w photo)
992143 Pablo Picasso and Moise Kisling, c.1910 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moise Kisling, born Mojżesz Kisling (Krakow, January 22, 1891 - Sanary-sur-Mer, April 29)

Background imageDouble Collection: Umicore

Umicore
Gerard Valckx

Background imageDouble Collection: Gendhist

Gendhist
Teguh Yudhi Winarno




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"Double the Fun: Exploring Contrasting Worlds Through Art, History, and Inventions" Step into a world of whimsical imagination with "The Kinecar by William Heath Robinson, " where a fantastical contraption takes you on a double journey through time and space. Travel back to the Napoleonic Wars as you witness the sheer power and grandeur of the French Army's heavy cavalry, known as Cuirassiers. Marvel at their double strength and unwavering determination in battle. Experience the hustle and bustle of London during its vibrant season in 1914 with "A Motor Bus during the London Season. " Double-decker buses fill the streets, transporting eager passengers to various destinations while offering a unique view from above. Cross over iconic bridges on the Tyne River, connecting two sides of bustling cities. These architectural marvels symbolize unity and serve as physical representations of how they can bridge gaps between communities. Hop aboard a MOTOR BUS at The Salisbury Hotel pub in Green Lanes, Harringay, London. Witness firsthand how this modern mode of transportation revolutionized urban mobility by doubling efficiency and convenience for commuters. Relive history with glimpses from Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Procession in 1953. Witness her majesty's royal carriage accompanied by an entourage that doubles as both protection and spectacle for all to admire. Immerse yourself in melodies created by various musical instruments playing harmoniously together. Experience how each instrument adds its own unique voice to create beautiful symphonies - truly showcasing that sometimes it takes doubles to create something extraordinary. Delight in Harlequin and Columbine's enchanting dance routine accompanied by an orchestra. Their synchronized movements demonstrate perfect coordination - proving that partnerships are often stronger when doubled up. Feel nostalgia wash over you as Jessie Wildon leads her Bijou Orchestra on Margate Pier. The soothing sounds transport listeners back to simpler times when live music doubled as a source of joy and entertainment for all.