Plastic Collection (page 9)

Life in garbage
Dhaka, Bangladesh - November 26, 2016: little child sitting in the garbage at Dhaka, Bangladesh. Sohel Parvez Haque

Pauline Hodgson who works at the Formica factory on the Coast Road, North Shields, helping to produce plastic components that find their way into every telephone

Easy does it production manager Sandra Wilson with two examples of the
Easy does it.. production manager Sandra Wilson with two examples of the terracotta tubs that are in great demand at Bowdene Plastics. 14th February 1990

A display of modern furniture, a woman sitting in a modern living room space. 30th June 1969

A display of modern furniture, a woman sitting on a transparent chair. 30th June 1969

Woman wearing fruit basket hat. 1957

The Beatles in Birmingham for two Concerts at the Odeon, Birmingham, 1964 Autumn UK Tour, Sunday 11th October 1964. Ringo Starr, Paul McCartney, John Lennon, George Harrison

North East Festivals Graham Stevens went walking on water and got that sinking feeling. After a few steps on the lake at Exhibition Park, Newcastle

Royal export - The Royal family may not be riding high in the popularity stakes, but Americans cannot get enough of the plastic figurines of Diana, Princess of Wales and Prince Charles

Bell QF-63G-1-BE Kingcobra Pinball 45-57295
(United States Air Force - )Bell QF-63G-1-BE Kingcobra Pinball 45-57295, on display at Lackland Air Force Base near San Antonio in Texas, in the USAF History and Traditions Museum collection

Pair of green plastic dice, showing lucky 7. (Photo by H
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1960s: Pair of green plastic dice, showing lucky 7

Woman with long blond hair wearing vinyl dress and scarf around neck with hands on hips
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1970s: Woman with long blond hair wearing vinyl dress and scarf around neck with hands on hips, streaking effect of motion trailing behind her

REPAIRING DOLLS
A dolls hospital in South London: a woman takes a pair of pliers to a broken dollys limb while a girl watches hoping to have her toy repaired in time for Christmas Date: 4 December 1929

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Gambia, Minibus driving down narrow dirt road covered in red soil, carrying provisions on roof rack

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Society, Charities, Detail of Poppy Appeal display

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Environment, Recycling, Plastic bottles attached to a wire fence at the WOMAD festival, to highlight the need to recycle non-sustaninable materials

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Environment, Recycling, Plastic bottles attached to a wire fence at the WOMAD festival, to highlight the need to recycle non-sustaninable materials

Plastic bottles attached to a wire fence at the WOMAD festival, UK
Environment, Recycling, Plastic bottles attached to a wire fence at the WOMAD festival, to highlight the need to recycle non-sustaninable materials

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Environment, Recycling, Plastic bottles attached to a wire fence at the WOMAD festival, to highlight the need to recycle non-sustaninable materials

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Environment, Recycling, Plastic bottles attached to a wire fence at the WOMAD festival, to highlight the need to recycle non-sustaninable materials

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Environment, Recycling, Plastic bottles attached to a wire fence at the WOMAD festival, to highlight the need to recycle non-sustaninable materials

Germany, Berlin, Mitte, Life size fibreglass Buddy bear sculpture

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Food, Fruit, Locally grown Tomatoes for sale at Grange Farms market store

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Mexico, Bajio, Guanajuato, Yellow, green and orange jugos or fruit juices

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Mexico, Michoacan, Patzcuaro, Fried fish snacks for sale in market

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China, Jiangsu, Nanjing, Fishmonger opening and cleaning shellfish with a knife for a customer at a street market near Xuanwu Lake

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Food, Fruit, A tray of red cherry tomatoes on the vine

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Drinks, Cold, Water, Plastic bottle of Highland Spring still mineral water against a white background

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Art, Modern, Sculture, Plastic Tulips against a blue sky

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England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Plastic artificial Palm Tree with amusement arcade behind in clear blue sky

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England, Lincolnshire, Skegness, Plastic artificial Palm Tree with amusement arcade behind in clear blue sky

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Architecture, Materials, Plumbing, Copper pipes with grey foam pipe lagging

Young Couple sitting in an amusement ride car - Blackpool. A Sunny Snaps candid photograph. Date: circa 1930

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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A man catches a pig. It will be eaten. There is little time for religious niceties among the poverty and filth of the rubbish tip

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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A cart pulled by two donkeys stops in the rubbish-strewn streets Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A man catches a pig by the leg. It will be eaten. There is little time for religious niceties among the poverty and filth of the rubbish tip

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Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A small girl child dodges past a donkey cart in the rubbish-strewn streets Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A cart pulled by three small donkeys carries rubbish and three men from the tip Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. Three young girls sift though the smoking rubbish Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A femae child wearing what might once have been a pretty pink dress. It is now ragged and filthy Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A small boy carries a tin can into which he will put small metal items he finds among the rubbish Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A small boy scrabbles in the rubbish with his bare hands. More children work behind him Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt. A ragged child finds a piece of bread among the rubbish and offers it to her sister, who clings to her brother Date: circa 1995

Filthy streets, Mokattam, Cairo
The filthy street of Mokattam in the middle of the rubbish tips of Cairo, Egypt Date: circa 1995

Rubbish tip Zabbaleen children, Cairo
Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt Date: circa 1995

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Zabbaleen children on the rubbish tips of Mokattam, Cairo, Egypt Date: circa 1995

Chinese replica of plastic Buddha, Panjuan Flea Market decorations, Beijing, China. Panjuan Flea Curio market has many fakes, replicas and copies of Chinese products

USA, Indiana, Indianapolis. Yellow plastic ducks. Credit as: Wendy Kaveney / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

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"Exploring the Versatility and Impact of Plastic: From Vintage Bakelite Telephones to Rubber Ducks" Plastic, a material that has revolutionized our world in countless ways. Let's take a journey through its fascinating history and diverse applications. Picture No. 12479494 captures the nostalgia of an era when communication was transformed by the introduction of Bakelite telephones. These sleek devices, made from an early form of plastic, brought convenience and style into people's homes. Speaking of style, who can forget the iconic Yellow Rubber Duck? Picture No. 12479493 takes us to the Great British Duck Race where these cheerful companions float along with their blue counterparts, bringing joy to both young and old alike. But plastic doesn't just bring fun; it also serves as a valuable tool for law enforcement. Police evidence bags for illegal drugs are designed with durability and security in mind, ensuring crucial evidence is preserved while maintaining chain-of-custody integrity. In contrast to serious matters, let's not overlook the playful side of plastic. A young boy sledging down a grassy bank reminds us that even unconventional uses can bring excitement and laughter. Moving on to nature-inspired creations, we encounter Ocypus olens - a devils coach horse beetle model crafted from plastic. This intricate replica showcases how this versatile material allows us to appreciate wildlife up close without harm or disturbance. The Tupperware Party photograph from the 1950s transports us back in time when these innovative storage containers took households by storm. The image reflects societal changes as women embraced entrepreneurship while showcasing Tupperware's practicality through advertising photography. Shifting gears once again brings us face-to-face with another emblematic symbol – The Mobil Pegasus Logo Perspex sign. This iconic piece demonstrates how plastics have become integral components in modern signage due to their durability and visual appeal.