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Jan17 Collection (#3)

"jan17: A Journey Through Time and Places" Step into history as you pass through the main entrance of The Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel

Background imageJan17 Collection: Commedia delle arte - Harlequinade

Commedia delle arte - Harlequinade
Ancestors of the Harlequinade - characters of the old Italian comedy. Date: 1929

Background imageJan17 Collection: Wedding of Anthony Lindsay-Hogg and Frances Doble

Wedding of Anthony Lindsay-Hogg and Frances Doble
The wedding of Anthony Lindsay-Hogg and the actress Frances Doble in December 1929. Their pageboy attendants were Archie Kidston and Reresby Sitwell. Date: 1929

Background imageJan17 Collection: Andree Carron, Begum Aga Khan

Andree Carron, Begum Aga Khan
Princess AndrÚÑáAga Khan (1898-1976), the third wife of Aga Khan II featured in The Sketch just prior to her marriage. AndrÚÑáJosÚ░¿ine Carron married Aga Khan III in December 1929

Background imageJan17 Collection: Lady Lettice Lygon

Lady Lettice Lygon
Lady Lettice Cotterell (n饠 Lygon) (1906-1973), Wife of Sir Richard Charles Geers Cotterell, 5th Bt; daughter of 7th Earl Beauchamp

Background imageJan17 Collection: The Countess of Haddington with Scottish terriers

The Countess of Haddington with Scottish terriers
Sarah Baillie-Hamilton, Lady Haddington (nee Cook), pictured at a dogs bazaar held in the Music Hall, Edinburgh carrying two Scottish terriers. Date: 1929

Background imageJan17 Collection: Princess Otto von Bismarck in Egyptian fancy dress

Princess Otto von Bismarck in Egyptian fancy dress
Princess Otto von Bismarck, formerly Miss Anne-Marie Tengbom, pictured in fancy dress as the Moon in an Egyptian tableau as produced by King Tutankhamen at the Galaxy Ball in aid of St

Background imageJan17 Collection: Lady Ursula Filmer-Sankey

Lady Ursula Filmer-Sankey (1902-1978), formerly Lady Ursula Grosvenor, daughter of the Duke of Westminster. Date: 1929

Background imageJan17 Collection: Ball at Harewood House, 1845

Ball at Harewood House, 1845
The Nobilitys Ball in the Banqueting Room at Harewood House, near Leeds, West Yorkshire. Date: 1845

Background imageJan17 Collection: Lady Bridget Poulett wearing Norman Hartnell

Lady Bridget Poulett wearing Norman Hartnell
Lady Bridget Poulett (1912 - 1975), only daughter of Earl Poulett and society beauty, pictured in a modern setting arranged by Curtis Moffat

Background imageJan17 Collection: The Countess of Galloway in court dress

The Countess of Galloway in court dress
The Countess of Galloway, formerly American-born Miss Philippa Wendell, photographed in her court gown. She was presented by her mother-in-law on the occasion of her marriage to Lord Galloway

Background imageJan17 Collection: Riga, Latvia - Sandstrasse

Riga, Latvia - Sandstrasse. Date: 1912

Background imageJan17 Collection: WW1 - Sikh Indian soldiers in France departing for the front

WW1 - Sikh Indian soldiers in France departing for the front
WW1 - Sikh Indian soldiers in France departing by train for the front Date: 1914

Background imageJan17 Collection: British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir - China

British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir - China
British Sailor on shore leave purchasing a souvenir to take home - Chinese Art shop. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageJan17 Collection: Switzerland - Rotondohutte and view toward the Ywerberhorner

Switzerland - Rotondohutte and view toward the Ywerberhorner Date: circa 1910s

Background imageJan17 Collection: Old Coach Driver takes train between Moscow - St Petersburg

Old Coach Driver takes train between Moscow - St Petersburg
An Old Russian Coach Driver takes the train between Moscow and St. Petersburg Date: circa 1907

Background imageJan17 Collection: Three Arab Muslim Women - Egypt

Three Arab Muslim Women - Egypt. Date: circa 1910

Background imageJan17 Collection: Belize - Manatee Lagoon - Fruit Day

Belize - Manatee Lagoon - Fruit Day
Belize (formerly British Honduras) - Manatee Lagoon - Water Buffalo cart transporting bananas on Fruit Day. Date: 1915

Background imageJan17 Collection: Monaco - view close to the Monte Carlo Road

Monaco - view close to the Monte Carlo Road Date: circa 1920s

Background imageJan17 Collection: WW1 era - The Femina Quartette

WW1 era - The Femina Quartette
WW1 era - The Femina String Quartette presented by Nathan P. Haimsohn. Date: circa 1916

Background imageJan17 Collection: Laying of the Foundation Stone for a Religious School

Laying of the Foundation Stone for a Religious School. Date: circa 1910

Background imageJan17 Collection: Early Vulcan Petrol Tanker supplying BP motor fuel

Early Vulcan Petrol Tanker supplying BP motor fuel. Date: circa 1919

Background imageJan17 Collection: Seagulls - St. Ives Harbour, Cornwall - Fishermen and catch

Seagulls - St. Ives Harbour, Cornwall - Fishermen and catch. Date: 1910s

Background imageJan17 Collection: Platform of Queens Road Underground Station

Platform of Queens Road Underground Station
Central Line Series. A slightly shifty-looking young man with boater and newspaper keeps a watchful eye on a very glamorous lady strolling along the platform at Queens Road. Date: 1904

Background imageJan17 Collection: Donkey rides

Donkey rides
Two children riding donkeys at speed on a seaside holiday. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: Cross section of a heart

Cross section of a heart
Cross section of a human heart showing the various chambers and valves. Date: 1910

Background imageJan17 Collection: The Fountains, Kensington Gardens, London

The Fountains, Kensington Gardens, London. Date: circa 1913

Background imageJan17 Collection: Platform of Marble Arch Underground Station

Platform of Marble Arch Underground Station
Central Line series. A very pretty girl seated on a bench on the platform of Marble Arch Underground Station is admired from both sides

Background imageJan17 Collection: Corner Palace of Electricity - St. Louis Worlds Fair, USA

Corner Palace of Electricity - St. Louis Worlds Fair, USA
The Illuminated Corner Palace of Electricity (at night) - St. Louis Worlds Fair, Missouri, USA. Date: 1904

Background imageJan17 Collection: Chelsea Pensioners outside the Hospital - The Old Gate

Chelsea Pensioners outside the Hospital - The Old Gate. Date: 1905

Background imageJan17 Collection: The Home (between 1842-46) of Elizabeth Barrett Browning

The Home (between 1842-46) of Elizabeth Barrett Browning
The Home of Victorian Poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning (between 1842-46 - the year of her marriage) at 50 Wimpole Street, London. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageJan17 Collection: Children playing musical instruments

Children playing musical instruments
Two children play musical instruments while their dog is a reluctant drummer. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: In-Pensioners Long Ward - Royal Hospital, Chelsea

In-Pensioners Long Ward - Royal Hospital, Chelsea - Panelling and cubicles of oak. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageJan17 Collection: Leyton Town Hall, London

Leyton Town Hall, London
Children in the street in front of Leyton Town Hall, London Date: circa 1906

Background imageJan17 Collection: The Home of Robert Browning, 19 Warwick Crescent, Paddington

The Home of Robert Browning, 19 Warwick Crescent, Paddington
The Home of Victorian Poet Robert Browning, 19 Warwick Crescent, Paddington Date: circa 1910s

Background imageJan17 Collection: Children fishing while on holiday

Children fishing while on holiday
Two children on holiday paddle in the sea with fishing nets - a little girl shouts with excitement on catching some shrimps. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: WW1 - German Red Cross postcard

WW1 - German Red Cross postcard. Date: circa 1916

Background imageJan17 Collection: The Matterhorn, Zermatt, Switzerland, as an Ice Maiden

The Matterhorn, Zermatt, Switzerland, as an Ice Maiden
The Matterhorn, Zermatt, Switzerland, depicted as an Ice Maiden. Date: 1909

Background imageJan17 Collection: Platform of Museum Underground Station

Platform of Museum Underground Station
Central Line series. A variety of passengers awaiting their train on the platform at Museum - two prim and proper Bloomsbury Spinsters

Background imageJan17 Collection: Building a sand castle

Building a sand castle
Two children build an impressive sandcastle atop which their little dog decides to sit. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: Playing at camps

Playing at camps
Two children enlist their uncle to play camp with them. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: Buffalo Bills Wild West Show - Mexican Cavalry - Paris

Buffalo Bills Wild West Show - Mexican Cavalry - Paris
Buffalo Bills Wild West Show - The Mexican Cavalry - passing The Galerie des machines (officially Palais des machines ) was a pavilion built for the Exposition Universelle (1889) in Paris

Background imageJan17 Collection: Sea plane at the seaside

Sea plane at the seaside
Two children pause from building a sandcastle to watch a sea plane flying close by. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: Playing in a rock pool

Playing in a rock pool
Two children sailing a toy yacht in a rock pool. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: Hot Dog Wagon - Greenfield Village - Dearborn, Michigan, USA

Hot Dog Wagon - Greenfield Village - Dearborn, Michigan, USA. Date: circa 1920s

Background imageJan17 Collection: Playing school

Playing school
Two children (and their dog) line up their toys to play schools. Date: c.1920

Background imageJan17 Collection: Pall Mall and Marlborough House, London

Pall Mall and Marlborough House, London Date: circa 1905

Background imageJan17 Collection: Lake and Fountains - Empire Exhibition, Scotland

Lake and Fountains - Empire Exhibition, Scotland. Date: 1938

Background imageJan17 Collection: Playing school - dog as a dunce

Playing school - dog as a dunce
During a pretend game of playing teachers, a little boy puts his dog in the corner with a dunces cap on its head. Date: c.1920




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"jan17: A Journey Through Time and Places" Step into history as you pass through the main entrance of The Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel, a symbol of healing that has stood the test of time. Transport yourself to WW1 with Wrights Coal Tar Soap, a reminder of the hardships faced by soldiers on the front lines and their quest for cleanliness amidst chaos. Discover tales of partnership and dissolution as Cecil Aldin's artwork depicts Sleeping Partners, unraveling stories hidden within brushstrokes. Tony Blackburn takes us back to Carnaby Street, where groovy vibes filled the air and fashion knew no bounds. Experience a slice of swinging London at its finest. Uncover the aftermath and reportage surrounding The Great Train Robbery in 1963, an audacious crime that captivated headlines worldwide - a true testament to human ingenuity or desperation? Mock Rayner-Ponsonby wedding brings us into the world of The Bright Young People, where opulence meets satire in this extravagant display of social rebellion against conventionality. Travel back to 1742 when George Whitefield preached at Moorfields Fair, his words echoing through time as he sought to inspire souls amidst bustling fairgrounds. Join Huckleberry Finn and Jim on their rafting adventure down the Mississippi River – a journey filled with friendship, freedom, and lessons learned along the way. Escape from urban life into tranquility at Garden of Middlesex Hospital on Mortimer Street. Amidst towering buildings lies an oasis where nature thrives alongside modernity. Marvel at McCaig Tower standing tall in Ardconnel Terrace, Oban. This Scottish gem offers breathtaking views overlooking Argyllshire - a sight worth cherishing forevermore. Witness prodigious talent unfold as Yehudi Menuhin graces stages around the world aged only twelve. His virtuosity knows no boundaries; his music transcends generations.