Robinson Collection (page 7)

As a precaution against possible bombing precious art, relics, sculptures and memorials where moved out of London to a secret place. This was given to the Nation by the National Art Collections Fund

Successful campaign in the Libyan desert. Italian soldiers about to trigger an underground device. Date: 1941

Couples ingenious device so they don't wake up the baby. A makeshift pump that extinguishes incendiary bombs that have landed in your home without leaving the comfort of your bed. Date: 1941

How to Make Roof-Spotting a Pleasure
William Heath Robinson invention for keeping watch from attack. A warden perched up high above the streets with an umbrella for protection, tea-cup-holder and an easy chair. Date: 1941

The New Top-Flat Rescue Apparatus in Action
Apparatus for rescuing people from high buildings that have been damaged from heavy bombing. Date: 1941

From Bedroom to Shelter in One
Kind warden sets the machine in motion to allow people to sleep through a air-raid. Swinging from bedroom to living room to shelter without waking. Date: 1941

British soldiers had landed in Italy by parachute, here is an illustration by William Heath Robinson showing how they returned! Date: 1941

Mussolini's Secret Weapon Disclosed!
A new secret weapon devised for the use of the Italian forces in Albania. Date: 1941

William Heath Robinson shows how a remarkable and most heroic attempt was made by the Italians to convoy fresh fish to their troops through a minefield in the Mediterranean escort by fighter

Robinson Tom Charter 88 Subject Citizen Politics
robinson, tom, charter, 88, subject, citizen, politics, political, placard, slogan, 1950, english, singer, songwriter, bass, guitarist, radio, presenter, entertainer, performer, campaigning

Tamper with a Railway Signal by William Heath Robinson
Sixth column strategy, frustrating a dastardly attempt by the fifth a tamper with railway signal. Date: 1940

A Warm Welcome for Every Parachutist
Sixth column strategy: Foresight plans, if London gets invaded by landing Germans dropping from the skies dressed as British civilians they would be collected up by cyclist with tubs of hot boiling

Frustrating an Attempt to Disorganise London
Sixth column strategy: Disguised as Gothic pinnacles the famous clock, Big Ben is being altered by an odd contraption, to confuse the general public. Date: 1940

How to Make it Hard for the Invader!
British Home Front are using a makeshift contraption to pinch a screwdriver making it impossible for the Germans to assemble an air-borne tank. Date: 1940

British Secret Weapons to Surprise the Boche
Military invention by William Heath Robinson to surprise the enemy. Jumping tanks, Boche-grabbers composed of expanding and retracting claws of great size and strength. Date: 1940

Rational Gadgets For Your Coupons by William Heath Robinson
Customers are put on scales to determine how much butter they are entitled to, the heavier the person is, the more butter they are given. Date: 1940

Dental or Mental? by William Heath Robinson
A suggested method of tooth-extraction with a primitive contraption. Date: 1924

Prepare for the Holidays by William Heath Robinson
A man learning how to swim without water by correspondence from a college by letter. Date: 1919

Uncrossing the Crosses on a Hot + Bun
A contraption for removing the cross on a hot cross bun left over from Easter. Date: 1922

For the convenience of bathers, a neat appliance for pouring oil on troubled waters. Date: 1921

THE MOTHER EARTH WORMTO ITS WORMLET: Now, then, Florizel, that just serves you right. How often have I told you to keep away from the wicket during these Test Matches! Date: 1926

SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON
DIE SCHWEIZERISCHE ROBINSON Mr & Mrs Robinson and their four sons sit down for the Sabbath Lecture. Date: First published 1812

Swiss Family Robinson Books Wyss First Published
swiss, family, robinson, books, wyss, first, published, 1812, die, schweizerische, mrs, three, sons, cross, brook, second, journey, discovery, desert, island, cast, exploration, children, rifle

CRUSOE & DEAD PARRROT
Robinson Crusoe shoots a parrot which he and Friday eat for supper. Date: First published: 1719

CRUSOE REVISITS ISLAND
After his wife's death, Crusoe revisits the island & meets the Spaniard whose life he saved. Date: First published: 1719

Let C-11 F-AZHQ (msn 171101), at Saint-Dizier for the Robinson Porte Ouvert on 21 June 1992. Date: 1992

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1596154 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 September 1889)

General James S. Robinson, US Army, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
Gen. J.S. Robinson, U.S.A. between 1855 and 1865. [Politician, newspaper editor and publisher, soldier]

Oahu
USA, Hawaii, Oahu, woman sitting at beach

Portrait of a woman in Persian costume. She wears a turban, her hair in ringlets, dress with embroidered sleeves
5912918 Portrait of a woman in Persian costume. She wears a turban, her hair in ringlets, dress with embroidered sleeves. Steel stipple engraving by H

Joanna Baillie, portrait
6317478 Joanna Baillie, portrait. by Masquerier, John James (1778-1855) (after); (add.info.: Joanna Baillie, 1762 - 1851. Scottish poet and dramatist. After an engraving by H)

Portrait of Frances Diana, daughter of Charles Manners-Sutton, 1st Viscount Canterbury
5912903 Portrait of Frances Diana, daughter of Charles Manners-Sutton, 1st Viscount Canterbury. Seated on a cushion, she wears her hair in plaits and curls, and wears a dress decorated with lace

Jennifer Robinson Ice Dance Championships 28 March 1995 Date: 28 March 1995

Jamie Heaslip & Benn Robinson
Jamie Heaslip and Benn Robinson Ireland V Australia Ireland V Australia, Guinness Autumn Series Croke Park, Dublin, Ireland 15 November 2009 Date: 15 November 2009

Andy Robinson & Graham Steadman
Andy Robinson and Graham Steadman Scotland Rugby UnionHead Coach Scotland V France, Rbs 6 Nations Murrayfield, Edinburgh, Scotland 07 February 2010 Date: 07 February 2010

Seru Rabeni, Nicky Robinson & Andrew Hazel
SeRugby UnionRabeni, Nicky Robinson and Andrew Hazel Leeds Carnegie V Gloucester Leeds Carnegie V Gloucester Rugby, Guinness Premiership Headingley Carnegie, Leeds

Nicky Robinson Gloucester Rugby Leeds Carnegie V Gloucester Rugby, Guinness Premiership Headingley Carnegie, Leeds, England 04 October 2009 Date: 04 October 2009

Jason Robinson Challenges Tiqiri Australia V England, Rugby World CupFrance 07 Australia V England Stade Velodrome, Marseille, France 06 October 2007 Date: 06 October 2007

Mathew Tait, Os Du Randt, Andrew Sheridan & Jason Robinson M
Mathew Tait, Os Du Randt, Andrew Sheridan & Jason Robinson England V South Africa Rugby World Cup Final 2007 Stade De France, Paris, France 20 October 2007 Date: 20 October 2007

Injured Jason Robinson England V South Africa Rugby World Cup Final 2007 Stade De France, Paris, France 20 October 2007 Date: 20 October 2007

Jason Robinson & Mike Catt Wales V England Rbs 6 Nations Championship 2007 Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, Wales 17 March 2007 Date: 17 March 2007

Jason Robinson & Bryan Habana South Africa V England, Rugby World CupFrance 07 South Africa V England Stade France, Paris, France 14 September 2007 Date: 14 September 2007

Jason Robinson & Mirco Bergamasco England V Italy England V Italy Twickenham, London, England 10 February 2007 Date: 10 February 2007

Jason Robinson & Josh Lewsey England V Italy England V Italy Twickenham, London, England 10 February 2007 Date: 10 February 2007

Jason Robinson & Juan Queirolo Italy Rugby Union England Rl V Italy Rl London, Twickenham, London 10 March 2001 Date: 10 March 2001

Jason Robinson In Action England V Scotland England V Scotland Twickenham, London 03 March 2001 Date: 03 March 2001

Jason Robinson & Scott Murray England V Scotland England V Scotland Twickenham, London 03 March 2001 Date: 03 March 2001

Jason Robinson, Hayes, Stringer Ireland V England Ireland V England, Six Nations Lansdowne Road, Dublin 20 October 2001 Date: 20 October 2001

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"Robinson: A Master of Ingenious Contraptions and Sporting Feats" Step into the whimsical world of Robinson, where dining rooms operate without servants and everyday tasks are transformed into extraordinary adventures. In William Heath Robinson's imaginative illustrations, he brings to life a series of contraptions that redefine the concept of automation. In "Heath Robinson Automated Dining Room without Servants 1 of 4, " we witness a scene straight out of a fantastical dream. With intricate mechanisms and cleverly designed gadgets, this dining room functions flawlessly without any human assistance, and is a testament to Robinson's ability to blend creativity with practicality. But not all inventions go according to plan, as depicted in "A Complete Wash-out. " Here, Robinson humorously portrays an overly complicated washing machine that ends up causing chaos rather than cleanliness. His knack for finding humor in everyday mishaps shines through in this delightful illustration. Moving on from domestic settings, we delve into the realm of transportation with "The Kinecar. " This ingenious vehicle by William Heath Robinson showcases his talent for merging imagination and engineering prowess. The Kinecar takes us on an exhilarating ride through unconventional means while challenging traditional notions of travel. In "An Ideal Home No. I, " part of The Sketch Ideal Home series, Robinson presents us with a vision beyond our wildest dreams – sports without broad acres. He reimagines popular outdoor activities within the confines of urban spaces using his trademark ingenuity. Through these drawings, he invites us to question societal norms and embrace new possibilities. Not limited to just home innovations or sporting escapades, it also explores strategies for deceiving invaders in "Deceiving the Invader as to the State of Tide. " With cunning devices hidden beneath serene coastal scenes, he demonstrates how wit can triumph over force when it comes to protecting one's homeland. Venturing further into his artistic repertoire reveals works like "Ultra-Marine, " where Robinson's vivid imagination takes us underwater.