Heatwave Collection (#2)

Dreadful-Hot Weather, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808 (hand-coloured etching)
NCO190133 Dreadful-Hot Weather, published by Hannah Humphrey in 1808 (hand-coloured etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College, Oxford; English

A heat wave in New York: fire trucks crawl through the streets of the city to refresh
XEE4189096 A heat wave in New York: fire trucks crawl through the streets of the city to refresh people with water. Illustration from " Le petit journal" from 21/06/1925 Collection privee

Heat in New York: residents camp in the parks, from the newspaper "
XEE4174784 Heat in New York: residents camp in the parks, from the newspaper " Le Petit Parisien", on 26/07/1908 (engraving) by French School

Manufacture of a fan under a parasol. in "System D", July 1925
LSE4311024 Manufacture of a fan under a parasol. in " System D", July 1925. by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manufacture of a fan under a parasol)

Thats a Good Girl at the London Hippodrome
Sketches made by Bryan de Grineau at the London Hippodrome, where Thats a Good Girl starring Jack Buchanan and Elsie Randolph was playing

Bathers at the rooftop pool of the Piccadilly Hotel
A group of bathers, having taken advantage of the bathing-pool at the Piccadilly Hotel, taking a cooling drink during the heat wave in London in August 1932. Date: 1932

Riviera fashion on the Victoria Embankment, London
Woman in a wide-brimmed hat and sleeveless outfit strolling along the Embankment during a heat wave in July 1932. The Sphere comments on the fashions in London giving the city " the atmosphere

Heatwave floods London 1932
Various areas of London caught a cloudburst, among them was London Road, Norbury, which was flooded to a depth of 3 ft. July 1932

A small town walking in the prairies (colour litho)
2808882 A small town walking in the prairies (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A town walking in the prairies)

Times Square, New York, USA, during a heatwave in July 1938. 1938

Punkah - type of ventilator 1886
A " punkah" -type of ventilator for keep cool during warm weather or heat wave, comprising of a large fan flap set above a table, operated by foot pedals

Heatwave - girls enjoying a bathe at Victoria Park, London
Bathers enjoying the heatwave of Britains summer, in Victoria Park, London, where the temperature got to 97 fahrenheit. Date: July 1911

A victim of sunstroke during the heatwave in Paris (colour litho)
2779741 A victim of sunstroke during the heatwave in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A victim of sunstroke during the heatwave in Paris)

Heatwave in Paris (colour litho)
2782228 Heatwave in Paris (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Heatwave in Paris. Hats for horses. La Chaleur A Paris, Chapeaux Pour Chevaux)

La Baionnette, Satirique en Couleurs, 1917_5_3 : War of 14 -18, Germany Prussia, Silver
ICA4856376 La Baionnette, Satirique en Couleurs, 1917_5_3 : War of 14 -18, Germany Prussia, Silver, Belligerents and symbols, Economy, Bridge, Mark (engraving) by Metivet

The thistles of the Channel, at the foot of the mills dear to Don Quixote
LSE4328422 The thistles of the Channel, at the foot of the mills dear to Don Quixote, with the representation of a yeast, a dog breed very frequent in the region

Road menders enduring a heatwave (b / w photo)
3637517 Road menders enduring a heatwave (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Road menders enduring a heatwave)

Children bathing in a public fountain during a heatwave in New York (colour litho)
3097522 Children bathing in a public fountain during a heatwave in New York (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cover of "Le Grelot", number 77, Satirique en Couleurs
ICA4923262 Cover of " Le Grelot", number 77, Satirique en Couleurs, 1872_9_29: Gardening & Politics - Republican - Marianne, Royaute/Monarchy

Giving out free ice in Mulberry Street, New York, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
5052498 Giving out free ice in Mulberry Street, New York, c.1900 (b/w photo) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Nights are so hot! - social cartoon by Lavrate, 1881
LSE4087959 Nights are so hot! - social cartoon by Lavrate, 1881 by Lavrate, Edmond (1829-1888); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nights are so hot)

Le dessous de la cascade du jardin du Trocadero pendant les grandes chaleurs a Paris ou
XEE4178516 Le dessous de la cascade du jardin du Trocadero pendant les grandes chaleurs a Paris ou les promeneurs parisiens viennents asseoir au frais

The hour of rest in Argamasilla, the many railway workers lying on the track
LSE4328428 The hour of rest in Argamasilla, the many railway workers lying on the track, rest in full sun. Engraving to illustrate the voyage to Spain by Gustave Dore (1832-1883)

The great heat of New York forces people to bathe in the fountains and escape the sun to... (colour litho)
2815457 The great heat of New York forces people to bathe in the fountains and escape the sun to... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Scorching Heat: The Family Bath, front cover of Le Petit Journal pour Rire, c
CHT173791 Scorching Heat: The Family Bath, front cover of Le Petit Journal pour Rire, c.1860 (coloured engraving) by Grevin, Alfred (1827-92); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; French

The recent heats in Paris - in Le petit Journal du 22 / 09 / 1895
XEE4413665 The recent heats in Paris - in Le petit Journal du 22/09/1895 by Meaulle, F.L. (1844-1901) & Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915); Private Collection; Stefano Bianchetti; French, out of copyright

Allegory of the heat wave in "Le Trombinoscope"by Touchatout
XEE4169715 Allegory of the heat wave in " Le Trombinoscope" by Touchatout, cartoon by B. Moloch of 1882 (1849-1909). Private collection

Country road (oil on canvas, 1860-1870)
LRI4692975 Country road (oil on canvas, 1860-1870) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Galleria d Arte Moderna, Genoa, Italy; (add.info)

West Kirby Beach Scene, Sunday 7th July 1991

Wimbledon Tennis Championships, Thursday 24th June 1976. Our Picture Shows... spectators use their umbrellas for protection from harsh rays of sun during heatwave

A Trident jet LANDS on the runway at Heathrow Airport takes off in the high heat of 25th June 1976, when temperatures reached into the 90 degrees

Two of Four - A Trident at Heathrow Airport takes off in the high heat of 25th June 1976, when temperatures reached into the 90 degrees. The heat wave of 1976 lasted from 23rd June to 8th July 1976

Four of Four - A Trident jet at Heathrow Airport takes off in the high heat of 25th June 1976, when temperatures reached into the 90 degrees

Young lady cools down with a refreshment as she enjoys the summer heatwave, Teesside, Circa August 1976

Summer Weather Scenes, Middlesbrough, August 1976. Our picture shows... children keeping cool any way they can during heatwave

Heatwave at London Zoo. 22nd August 1955

Heatwave at London Zoo. People queue for water. 22nd August 1955

The temperatures rose again today in London and pavements became hotter and hotter. A man relaxes in the sunshine in Trafalgar Square. 24th June 1976

Heatwave in Trafalgar Square, London. As the temperatures soared into the 80s again today, the cool fountains in Trafalgar Square were even more tempting to the people sitting around them

Heatwave in Trafalgar Square. As the temperatures soared into the 80s again today, the cool fountains in Trafalgar Square were even more tempting to the people sitting around them

Holidaymakers enjoying themselves at Eastbourne, East Sussex, during the summer of 1976. 19th June 1976

Changing of the Guard in London today. The Guards begin to wilt at the knees in the hot sunshine. 8th June 1976

Changing of the Guard in London today. An umbrella serves as a sun-shade for a spectator. 8th June 1976

The temperatures rose into the upper 70s again today and crowds flocked to sunbathe and relax in Hyde Park, London. Rowers keep cool in the Serpentine. 7th May 1976

The hottest day yet! and people were out in their thousands for the Wembley Rugby International. But for this Police horse it was a welcome change to get a lick of a policemans ice cream. 8th May 1976

Well into the 80s - todays sun brought out people onto Hampstead Heath to cool off in the water. 8th May 1976

Sunbathers, Glamorgan, South Wales, 13th July 1990. Jane Worthington (left) with Fiona Campbell (right) both students, enjoy the afternoon sun on the slipway opposite Penarth Yacht Club

Staff at The Co-operative Bank, John Frost Square, Newport, have started getting hot behind the counter... so special dispensation has been given for them to wear shorts instead of their bank

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"Sweltering in the City: London's Heatwave Hits Hard" As temperatures soar, Londoners flock to their favorite outdoor spots to beat the scorching heat. Parliament Hill Fields Lido becomes a bustling oasis as sunseekers dive into its sparkling waters, seeking respite from the sweltering city streets. The iconic Beefeater himself is not immune to this relentless heatwave, seen wiping his brow and longing for a cool breeze. Holborn Oasis offers solace amidst the concrete jungle, with its tranquil fountains and shaded benches providing much-needed relief. But it is Tooting Bec Lido that truly steals the show - its vast expanse of turquoise water beckoning locals and tourists alike. Laughter fills the air as friends splash around in an attempt to stay cool. The shimmering surface of Tooting Bec Lido reflects both joy and exhaustion; families gather on colorful towels while others seek shade under vibrant umbrellas. It's a scene of unity as people come together in their shared quest for relief from this oppressive heatwave. Parliament Hill Fields Lido proves equally popular, with sun-kissed bodies lounging poolside or taking refreshing laps in its inviting waters. Even though sweat glistens on foreheads, there's no denying that these lidos have become sanctuaries during this scorching season. Brockwell Lido also joins the ranks of sought-after retreats; its retro charm attracting those seeking nostalgia along with cooler temperatures. From synchronized dives to cannonballs, every inch of these lidos is filled with laughter and camaraderie despite the stifling weather. London may be known for rain showers rather than heatwaves but when summer strikes fiercely like this one does, these lidos transform into havens where everyone can escape reality for just a little while longer. So grab your sunscreen and head out because even though we're melting under this blazing sun, we'll make the most of this heatwave together.