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Parties Collection (#8)

"Parties: A World of Deception and Celebration" Step into a world where deception reigns supreme, as parties become the ultimate disguise

Background imageParties Collection: A college party in the State of Mississippi was tragically interrupted by the collapse

A college party in the State of Mississippi was tragically interrupted by the collapse... (colour litho)
2783534 A college party in the State of Mississippi was tragically interrupted by the collapse... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Background imageParties Collection: Nine girls in a dessert! (colour litho)

Nine girls in a dessert! (colour litho)
2778315 Nine girls in a dessert! (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nine girls in a dessert)

Background imageParties Collection: Caricature Ornaments for Screens, 1800 (hand-coloured engraving)

Caricature Ornaments for Screens, 1800 (hand-coloured engraving)
708892 Caricature Ornaments for Screens, 1800 (hand-coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, Isaac (1756-1811); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Scottish, out of copyright

Background imageParties Collection: Feast of Mozzatore in the garden of Palazzo Rospigliosi in 1740, c. 1740 (oil on canvas)

Feast of Mozzatore in the garden of Palazzo Rospigliosi in 1740, c. 1740 (oil on canvas)
704401 Feast of Mozzatore in the garden of Palazzo Rospigliosi in 1740, c.1740 (oil on canvas) by Reder, Giovanni (1693-c.1760); Museo di Roma, Rome, Italy; German, out of copyright

Background imageParties Collection: New Years Reception at the White House (coloured engraving)

New Years Reception at the White House (coloured engraving)
728766 New Years Reception at the White House (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Years Reception at the White House, Washington)

Background imageParties Collection: The Soiree (engraving)

The Soiree (engraving)
725718 The Soiree (engraving) by Lami, Eugene-Louis (1800-90) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Soiree. Illustration for The Gallery of Engravings (circa 1880)

Background imageParties Collection: Rodolphe Asks For Forgiveness From Violetta Who Is Dying (chromolitho)

Rodolphe Asks For Forgiveness From Violetta Who Is Dying (chromolitho)
735653 Rodolphe Asks For Forgiveness From Violetta Who Is Dying (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageParties Collection: Rodolphes Father Convinces Violetta to Leave His Son (chromolitho)

Rodolphes Father Convinces Violetta to Leave His Son (chromolitho)
735649 Rodolphes Father Convinces Violetta to Leave His Son (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rodolphes Father Convinces Violetta to Leave His Son)

Background imageParties Collection: Lloyd George charming the Serpent of Unemployment, 1921 (litho)

Lloyd George charming the Serpent of Unemployment, 1921 (litho)
KDC397330 Lloyd George charming the Serpent of Unemployment, 1921 (litho) by Raven-Hill, Leonard (1867-1942); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageParties Collection: Lloyd George enters a Cabinet Room empty of ministers who are busy writing articles for

Lloyd George enters a Cabinet Room empty of ministers who are busy writing articles for
KDC400241 Lloyd George enters a Cabinet Room empty of ministers who are busy writing articles for the newspapers, August, 1920 (litho) by English School

Background imageParties Collection: The Farewell Spread (engraving)

The Farewell Spread (engraving)
587003 The Farewell Spread (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The ups and downs of life; or)

Background imageParties Collection: Curious country scenes which delight motoring parties in Europe (b / w photo)

Curious country scenes which delight motoring parties in Europe (b / w photo)
6002626 Curious country scenes which delight motoring parties in Europe (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageParties Collection: Mr and Mrs Martin Johnsons party at London Zoo, October 1920 (b / w photo)

Mr and Mrs Martin Johnsons party at London Zoo, October 1920 (b / w photo)
1262595 Mr and Mrs Martin Johnsons party at London Zoo, October 1920 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Background imageParties Collection: The Adventures of Nicholas (engraving)

The Adventures of Nicholas (engraving)
1038807 The Adventures of Nicholas (engraving) by Corbould, Alfred Chantrey (1852-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Adventures of Nicholas)

Background imageParties Collection: The Pirie Bush (b / w photo)

The Pirie Bush (b / w photo)
3092324 The Pirie Bush (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Pirie Bush)

Background imageParties Collection: The Death of HH the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, KG, Views in the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg (engraving)

The Death of HH the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, KG, Views in the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg (engraving)
1062891 The Death of HH the Duke of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, KG, Views in the Duchy of Saxe-Coburg (engraving) by English School

Background imageParties Collection: Portrait of Harriette Wilson (colour litho)

Portrait of Harriette Wilson (colour litho)
983786 Portrait of Harriette Wilson (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harriette Wilson, British Regency courtesan)

Background imageParties Collection: Legendary footballer Eusebio of Portugal celebrates his 30th birthday with members of his

Legendary footballer Eusebio of Portugal celebrates his 30th birthday with members of his family January 1972

Background imageParties Collection: 2nd St Neots Brownies Childrens Party, 18th January 1967

2nd St Neots Brownies Childrens Party, 18th January 1967

Background imageParties Collection: Wine and Cheese Evening, The Vicarage, Holmwood, Surrey, Wednesday 23rd December 1970

Wine and Cheese Evening, The Vicarage, Holmwood, Surrey, Wednesday 23rd December 1970

Background imageParties Collection: Christmas Lunch for residents and staff at hospital, Hydestile, Surrey

Christmas Lunch for residents and staff at hospital, Hydestile, Surrey, Wednesday 23rd December 1970

Background imageParties Collection: VJ Day celebrations in Piccadilly Circus, London after the surrender of the Japanese

VJ Day celebrations in Piccadilly Circus, London after the surrender of the Japanese bring an end to the Second World War. 15th August 1945

Background imageParties Collection: Childrens Christmas Party, Alexandra Ward, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford

Childrens Christmas Party, Alexandra Ward, Royal Surrey County Hospital, Guildford, Monday 28th December 1970

Background imageParties Collection: All Creatures Great and Small, Wrap Party at the end of filming a successful first series

All Creatures Great and Small, Wrap Party at the end of filming a successful first series, Christopher Timothy who plays James Herriot and Peter Davison who plays Tristan Farnon, April 1978

Background imageParties Collection: Costume ball hosted by George de Cuevas in Biarritz, France, Tuesday 1st September 1953

Costume ball hosted by George de Cuevas in Biarritz, France, Tuesday 1st September 1953. Our Picture Shows... guests at ball

Background imageParties Collection: Costume ball hosted by George de Cuevas in Biarritz, France, Tuesday 1st September 1953

Costume ball hosted by George de Cuevas in Biarritz, France, Tuesday 1st September 1953. Our Picture Shows... guests and media at ball

Background imageParties Collection: A street party for the Investiture of Prince Charles. Abercynon Street, Grangetown

A street party for the Investiture of Prince Charles. Abercynon Street, Grangetown, Cardiff, Wales. 1st July 1969

Background imageParties Collection: A street party to celebrate the Investiture of Prince Charles at Caernarfon Castle. Wales

A street party to celebrate the Investiture of Prince Charles at Caernarfon Castle. Wales. 1st July 1969

Background imageParties Collection: A blind date party in London. 6th September 1994

A blind date party in London. 6th September 1994

Background imageParties Collection: Children tuck in at a Silver Jubilee street party in Maidstone Avenue, Chorlton

Children tuck in at a Silver Jubilee street party in Maidstone Avenue, Chorlton, Manchester, held to celebrate the 25 year reign of Queen Elizabeth II

Background imageParties Collection: H M the Queen Silver Jubilee celebrations Dancing in the Streets

H M the Queen Silver Jubilee celebrations Dancing in the Streets. Residents of Millington Walk, Hulme, Manchester. 7th June 1977

Background imageParties Collection: Residents of Halliday Road in Newton Heath, Manchester thrown a street party to celebrate

Residents of Halliday Road in Newton Heath, Manchester thrown a street party to celebrate the Silver Jubilee, commemorating the 25 year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. 7th June 1977

Background imageParties Collection: H M the Queen Silver Jubilee celebrations Youngsters from Carberry Road, Gorton

H M the Queen Silver Jubilee celebrations Youngsters from Carberry Road, Gorton, enjoying the Jubilee celebrations. 30th May 1977

Background imageParties Collection: New World snooker champion Joe Johnson celebrates his title success with his wife Terryll

New World snooker champion Joe Johnson celebrates his title success with his wife Terryll. May 1986

Background imageParties Collection: Tottenham Hotspur footballers Cliff Jones and Jimmy Greaves enjoying themselves at a

Tottenham Hotspur footballers Cliff Jones and Jimmy Greaves enjoying themselves at a party given by a West End businessman to celebrate their victory over Manchester United. 6th January 1964

Background imageParties Collection: Tottenham Hotspur Christmas Party 19th December 1961. Cliff Jones (centre

Tottenham Hotspur Christmas Party 19th December 1961. Cliff Jones (centre)wearing party hat, pulling a Christmas cracker

Background imageParties Collection: A street party held for British cyclist Chris Boardman following his return home from

A street party held for British cyclist Chris Boardman following his return home from the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona where he won a gold medal for Great Britain. 13th August 1992

Background imageParties Collection: Mayors Christmas Party for Children at St Marys Butts, Reading, 15th December 1985

Mayors Christmas Party for Children at St Marys Butts, Reading, 15th December 1985

Background imageParties Collection: A dinner held by the Bromley Ramblers Club composed of City

A dinner held by the Bromley Ramblers Club composed of City and professional local men and sportsmen who arrange weekend rambles in Kent

Background imageParties Collection: Cocktail party held for sports personalities by the Prime Minister Harold Wilson at 10

Cocktail party held for sports personalities by the Prime Minister Harold Wilson at 10 Downing Street. Here harold Wilson is joined by various footballers including Stanley Matthews

Background imageParties Collection: Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Winston Churchill pictured with Lord Hailsham

Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Winston Churchill pictured with Lord Hailsham and Lord Maughan after attending a farewell party to Sir Maurice Hanley. 28th July 1938

Background imageParties Collection: Little evacuees hang out bunting and flags in a Warwickshire village as they hold a

Little evacuees hang out bunting and flags in a Warwickshire village as they hold a dress rehearsal for VE Day celebrations to mark the Allied victory in Europe at the end of the Second World War

Background imageParties Collection: Streamers and flags are waved by residents of this Manchester street when fifty children

Streamers and flags are waved by residents of this Manchester street when fifty children held an open air victory party during VE Day celebrations to mark the Allied victory in Europe at the end of

Background imageParties Collection: Childrens party held at Queens Ice Club in Bayswater, London. July 1952

Childrens party held at Queens Ice Club in Bayswater, London. July 1952

Background imageParties Collection: Young people wearing the latest Disco fashions. 16th January 1981

Young people wearing the latest Disco fashions. 16th January 1981

Background imageParties Collection: Stockton Festival Community Carnival, 1st August 1998

Stockton Festival Community Carnival, 1st August 1998

Background imageParties Collection: The Scottish Constitutional Convention (SCC) was an association of Scottish political

The Scottish Constitutional Convention (SCC) was an association of Scottish political parties, churches and other civic groups, that developed a framework for a Scottish devolution. 28th January 1989

Background imageParties Collection: Stockton Riverside International Festival, 6th August 1994

Stockton Riverside International Festival, 6th August 1994




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"Parties: A World of Deception and Celebration" Step into a world where deception reigns supreme, as parties become the ultimate disguise. Just like the invader deceived by the state of the tide, parties lure us in with their enchanting facade. From "The It Girl" by George Whitelaw to "The Toast" by William Heath Robinson, these artistic masterpieces capture the essence of revelry. Immerse yourself in the whimsical atmosphere of the Chelsea Arts Club Ball, where creativity knows no bounds. The Gebrauchsgrafik illustration from 1928 transports us to a time when they were an art form themselves. And who can forget William Heath Robinson's depiction of London's vibrant party scene? In his work titled "Peace, Perfect Peace, " he captures both chaos and harmony that coexist within every celebration. Travel back to 1920s France with La Vie Parisienne Magazine Plate and experience the allure of Parisian soirées. Meanwhile, our furry friends join in on the fun too. Witness a hamster adorned with cake and candle through digital manipulation - a testament to how even animals partake in festivities. But it doesn't stop there; dogs also have their moment under the spotlight. Picture a charming Jack Russell terrier wearing a bow tie sitting at a table with birthday cake - another example of digital manipulation bringing joyous moments to life. Whether it's attending The Chelsea Arts Club Dazzle Ball or simply enjoying some quality time with loved ones around a cupcake-laden table, they can an escape from reality. They allow us to let loose, embrace laughter and create memories that will last forever. So next time you find yourself amidst glittering lights and infectious music at any gathering remember this: they can not just about celebrating milestones but also about deceiving ourselves into believing that for one night we can leave all worries behind and immerse ourselves in pure blissful merriment.