Pinafore Collection (page 7)

Waitress and customer on comic postcard -- I ve clicked! Date: circa 1910s

Eastlake (Miss) as Alice
Miss Mary Eastlake (1856-1911). The text reads Will you wish me luck! Mary Eastlake. She was particularly popular in melodrama, notably at the Princesss Theatre

Schoolgirl wondering what to write on her slate. 1891

Misfitz Dolls - Norwegian. early 20th century

Misfitz Dolls - Housemaid. early 20th century

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Good
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Good the Grocers Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Tray
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Tray the Waiters Wife. circa 1950

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Roses
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Roses the Gardeners Wife. circa 1950

Scottish Highlander and woman spinning. circa early 19th century

Women working in a laundry. Date: circa 1930s

Cadburys Happy Families - Mrs Biscuit
Cadburys Cocoa Cubs Happy Families - Mrs Biscuit the Bakers Wife. circa 1950

Victorian nurse with baby
Victorian nurse Mrs Hugounet holding baby Cedric, standing in the garden. circa 1900

Victorian Scrap -- Cook. late 19th century

Scrap - girl dressed as a nurse. late 19th century

The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Scraps
Chad Valley, The Round Game of Happy Families, Miss Scraps the Butchers Daughter. circa 1910

White cat with a fan on a cutout Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Little girl with her toys on a New Year card. Date: circa 1890s

Girl with kettle and teapot on a Christmas card
Girl in a kitchen with kettle and teapot on a Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Greetings card in the shape of an HMS Pinafore cap
Greetings card in the shape of an HMS Pinafore naval cap. Date: circa 1890s

Thoughtful Victorian Schoolgirl with Slate. 1890

The Nose Game - Impulsive Nose A6, Denotes Quick Temper. 1927

The Nose Game - Impulsive Nose A2, Denotes Quick Temper. 1927

Dutch girl and boy kissing on a cutout Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Three Dutch children on a cutout Christmas card
Three Dutch children (two girls and a boy) under an umbrella with holly and mistletoe on a cutout Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Dutch girl and boy skating on a cutout Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Two Dutch girls on a cutout Christmas card
Two Dutch girls with mistletoe and holly on a cutout Christmas card. Date: circa 1890s

Dutch girl on a cutout Christmas card
Dutch girl with mistletoe and holly on a cutout Christmas card. circa 1890s

Girl with flowers on a Victorian scrap
Girl with flowers in her apron on a Victorian scrap. Date: circa 1890s

Three girls on a Victorian Christmas scrap, one holding a school slate, one holding books and one with a music case. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card in the shape of a bird dressed as a chef, serving food. Date: circa 1890s

Misfitz Dolls - Brittany Peasant. early 20th century

Louis Wain, Daddy Cat - spilt soup. circa 1910s

Louis Wain, Daddy Cat - nurse comes to put the kittens to bed. circa 1910s

Happy Families Animals - Mrs Lion. circa 1940s

Happy Families - Mrs Parker. circa 1940s

Happy Families - Mrs Dough. circa 1940s

Happy Families - Mrs Flue. circa 1940s

Happy Families - Mrs Blaze. circa 1940s

Gibbs Happy Families - Mrs Sparks the Electricians wife. 20th century

Gibbs Happy Families - Mrs Chips the Carpenters wife. 20th century

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Silence the Ushers Wife. late 19th century

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Bumble the Beadles Wife. late 19th century

Happy Families Playing Cards - Miss Bobby the Policemans Daughter. late 19th century

Caricature of Howard Paul, American writer and performer
Caricature of George Henry Howard Paul (1830-1905), American writer, playwright, comic actor and theatre manager, active in the UK

Happy Families Playing Cards - Mrs Pug the Boxers Wife. circa 1930s

Cheery Families - Miss Putty the Painters Daughter. 1890s

Cheery Families - Miss Goody the Grocers Daughter. 1890s

Caricature of George Grossmith, English writer and performer
Caricature of George Grossmith, English comedian, actor, singer, composer and writer, well known for his appearances in Gilbert and Sullivan operettas

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Step back in time with this captivating retro poster advertising HMS Pinafore, a timeless Gilbert & Sullivan production brought to life by the renowned D Oyly Carte company. The vibrant colors and intricate details transport you to an era of elegance and charm. As you delve deeper into the poster, you'll notice another intriguing advertisement for Sunlight Soap, reminding us of simpler times when cleanliness was celebrated. This juxtaposition between two distinct worlds adds an extra layer of nostalgia. In the foreground, two girls proudly display their chickens, symbolizing innocence and rural simplicity. Their joy is contagious as they embrace the beauty of nature's gifts. Adjacent to them is Muriel Dawson's artwork titled "Just Off, " capturing a moment frozen in time where a young girl engrosses herself in reading Struwelpeter. This image speaks volumes about the power of literature and imagination. Moving towards the center, we are introduced to Captain Corcoran and his crew from HMS Pinafore. Their uniforms exude authority while their expressions hint at hidden stories waiting to be unraveled on stage. The English Rose kitchen advertisement takes us into domestic bliss with its promise of efficiency and comfort. It serves as a reminder that even amidst grand adventures like those aboard HMS Pinafore, everyday life continues with its own set of joys. Another retro poster featuring Gilbert & Sullivan's work reminds us once again of their enduring legacy within theater history. The collaboration between these talented artists created masterpieces that continue to captivate audiences today. Gibbs Happy Families introduces Mrs Bun, adding a touch of whimsy and humor to our journey through this visual narrative. It invites us to cherish moments spent playing games with loved ones - simple pleasures that bring people together across fences or any other barriers that may divide them. This pinafore-themed collection encapsulates various aspects of life during different eras: entertainment, hygiene products, artistry, literature appreciation, domesticity, and the power of connection.