Notoriety Collection (#3)

"Notoriety: A Glimpse into the Past" In this captivating collection of images, we are transported back to the year 1889

Notoriety Collection: Lord Buckhurst, Lady Myra (Idina) and Lady Avice Sackville

Lord Buckhurst, Lady Myra (Idina) and Lady Avice Sackville
The children of Lady de la Warr including, left, Lady Myra Sackville, more commonly known as Lady Idina Sackville, who, through her five marriages was also known under the surnames of Wallace

Notoriety Collection: Lillie Langtry - British music hall singer and stage actress

Lillie Langtry - British music hall singer and stage actress
A portrait of Mrs Lillie Langtry (1852-1929). Born Emilie Charlotte Le Breton, was a British music hall singer and stage actress famous for her many stage productions including She Stoops to Conquer

Notoriety Collection: The exhibit of the car of Gangster Jack Legs Diamond

The exhibit of the car of Gangster Jack Legs Diamond
Queues awaiting entry to the exhibition of the $20, 000 Killer Car ( Direct from New York ) of American Gangster and Bootlegger Jack Legs Diamond (1897-1931) opposite Derrys Clock, 16 George Street

Notoriety Collection: Judgment on the Captain of K�ick

Judgment on the Captain of K�ick
Judgment on the bogus Captain of K� ick, Wilhelm Voigt. The tables turned: D Langerhaus, Burgomaster of Koepenick

Notoriety Collection: Three Laz men - Black Sea Coast, Georgia

Three Laz men - Black Sea Coast, Georgia
Predictably the Black Sea man, or the " Laz" as he is called with a mixture of affection and sneer, has become a stock figure of Caucasian social typology. Date: circa 1902

Notoriety Collection: Elephants and sandwich boards - Jack Legs Diamond

Elephants and sandwich boards - Jack Legs Diamond
Elephants carrying sandwich boards to advertise the exhibition of the $20, 000 Killer Car ( Direct from New York ) of American Gangster and Bootlegger Jack Legs Diamond (1897-1931)

Notoriety Collection: Famous for its hand woven fabrics

Famous for its hand woven fabrics, Maheshwar, Madhya Pradesh, India

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"Notoriety: A Glimpse into the Past" In this captivating collection of images, we are transported back to the year 1889. The first photograph takes us aboard the majestic RMS Teutonic, a vessel that would later achieve notoriety as a sister ship to the ill-fated Titanic. Built by Harland and Wolff in Belfast for the renowned White Star Line, it symbolizes an era of grandeur and technological advancement. Moving on, we encounter a portrait of Marchese Guglielmo Marconi, an Italian inventor who revolutionized communication with his wireless invention. His brilliance earned him numerous honors and forever changed how people connect across vast distances. The next image introduces us to Madame Saharet, a dancer whose theatrical studio portrait showcases her unique style. Captioned as "A Quaint Successor to Salome, " she represents an era filled with classical elegance and dance forms like Apache and Russian convolutions. As our journey continues through time, we stumble upon powerful propaganda from World War I. These striking visuals remind us of the immense impact war had on society during this tumultuous period in history. Returning to Marconi's legacy, another photograph highlights his significant contributions once again. This visionary inventor paved the way for modern communications systems that shape our world today. Amongst these historical figures is Lady Idina Sackville alongside Mr Euan Wallace—a glimpse into their lives offers insight into aristocratic circles during this era. Their presence adds depth to our understanding of societal dynamics at that time. Lastly, we encounter Mrs Charles Sweeny (Margaret), Duchess of Argyll captured by Yevonde's lens—an intriguing figure whose life undoubtedly held its own share within high society circles. Each image in this eclectic album unveils fragments from different walks of life—be it technological breakthroughs or cultural icons—and invites us to reflect on their lasting influence on our present-day. Notoriety is not always negative.