Straps Collection (#2)

Straitjacket owned by Harry Houdini, c. 1915 (khaki canvas, leather & metal rivets)
3063503 Straitjacket owned by Harry Houdini, c.1915 (khaki canvas, leather & metal rivets) by Swanfeldt Tent & Awning Co. (fl.1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harry Houdini, born Erik Weisz)

Straitjacket owned by Harry Houdini, c. 1915 (khaki canvas, leather & metal rivets)
3063502 Straitjacket owned by Harry Houdini, c.1915 (khaki canvas, leather & metal rivets) by Swanfeldt Tent & Awning Co. (fl.1915); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harry Houdini, born Erik Weisz)

Horse brass face-pieces and mounted leather martingales
1076598 Horse brass face-pieces and mounted leather martingales, late 19th / early 20th century (brass & leather) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Mystery
Luc Stalmans

WOMAN WAKING 1940S
Young woman, in a nightdress with gathered bodice & broad straps, stretches as she wakes up. A quilted dressing gown hangs up near her bed. N.B Satin quilt or eiderdown. Date: 1940s

Purim celebration in the Belz Synagogue, Jerusalem, Israel, Middle East

Umbrella tourists Windsor
Tourists under an umbrella watch guardsmen drummers on parade in the rain at Windsor Castle Date: 1989

John Lampert (Age 33) Wearing Safety Harness and Helmet ?
John Lampert (Age 33) Wearing Safety Harness and Helmet with His Man Powered Flexible Mambrane Variable Geometry Ornithopter at Bishops Rise, Hatfield, UK Date: 1975

Methods of Arresting Bleeding with various tourniquets, clamps, manual pressure, forceps, knotted handkerchiefs and bandages. Date: circa 1880s

Theodore Hardeen brother of Harry Houdini 1905
Theodore Hardeen (1876 1945), Hungarian magician and escape artist, younger brother of the famous Harry Houdini, (with whom he formerly worked with), known simply as Hardeen or Brother of Houdini

Rear view of two young Zulu Women, South Africa. Date: circa 1920s

Victorian Boots and Shoes

Carriage pulled by two white shire horses
Lady transported by a carriage pulled by two white shire horses. Painting by Malcolm Greensmith

Micro Bikini Top 1950S
A fresh faced model with chestnut curls and a beaming smile adjusts the narrow spaghetti straps to her red & white polka dot bikini top which she wears with shorts

Mini Austin Mini Coopers 1967 Blue
MIN196082

Mini Austin Mini Coopers 1964 White
MIN195080

Mini Austin Mini Coopers 1967 Red
MIN194076

BOY IN FROCK 1850S
A small child (probably a boy) wears a tartan costume of short skirt & short sleeved bodice with shaped basque, lace tucker & narrow ribbon trim & shoes with ankle straps Date: 1850s

Advert for Charles H. Baber ladies footwear 1929
Elegant ladies footwear for widths - all fittings made to the specification of your foot. 1929

Horses in harness. circa 1890s

Fire in London Underground train near Holland Park
Fire in a London Underground train near Holland Park Station, 28 July 1958. General view of the fire-damaged rear section of the first carriage

A fine portrait of two working horses in their stall. Date: circa 1910s

Three ladies in evening dresses by Paul Poiret and Beer
Three fashionable ladies in evening dresses. On the left, violet, gold and black with a pleated crepe de chine hem, and a large gold fan, by Paul Poiret

Evening Dress / Photo 1890
Bodice with natural waist level defined by a scarf, deep V neckline, shoulder straps descending in pleats to a point at the waist, soft short sleeves & roses worn at the bosom

Various Shoes / Shaw / 1350
A selection of Piked shoes with long uppers and buckled ankle straps possibly ornamented with embroidery or punched outs designs

Trajans Column, Rome, completed in 113. Column celebrating Emperor Trajan s
Trajans Column, Rome, completed in 113. Column celebrating Emperor Trajans victories in the Dacian wars with incidents in the campaign carved in low relief

Brown horse with correctly fitted bridle and bit, profile

Four puppies in a basket
Unusual Friends - four puppies in a basket. 1950s

Bus conductor and his wife in Bognor Regis, West Sussex
Bus conductor and his wife strolling along the seafront at Bognor Regis, West Sussex Date: 1935

Disabled man wearing electronic walking aid
Disabled man wearing an electronic walking aid known as a Pulser or Electronic Stimulator, designed to help him walk unaided. Date: circa 1980s

Labrador dog cuddling up to baby guinea pigs
A labrador dog cuddling up to three baby guinea pigs -- their mother had died when they were born, so they were being kept warm in a nice padded bra. (2 of 3) Date: circa 1970s

District Railway line - London Underground - A sudden stop! (see: 10176658) Date: circa 1910

Advert for Mrs. Adair, Genesh Patent chin strap 1905
Genesh Patent chin strap, cures double chin, and takes away the line from nose to month. Strong straps to cure snoring and Domino straps to cure puffiness under eyes and takes away lines

Edwardian woman roller skating 1910
Skating on wheels is the sport fashion. Front cover of Femina magazine, showing a woman wearing roller skates that fit over ordinary shoes. 1910

Christmas and New Year card in the shape of a dogs collar, with a dog eager to go for a walk at the centre. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card in the shape of a dogs collar, with the dog missing. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card in the shape of a luggage label
Christmas card in the shape of a leather luggage label with a dogs head breaking through the centre. Date: circa 1890s

Greetings card in the shape of a travelling case, labelled MR Bradford and Chester, London Victoria. circa 1890s

Christmas card in the shape of a leather hatbox with lock and handle. Date: circa 1890s

Christmas card in the shape of a rolled blanket with a leather handle for carrying, and a book tucked into the top -- ideal for travelling. Date: circa 1890s

Advert for Schollian cigars on a cutout card
Advert for Schollian No.1 cigars on a cutout card in the shape of a leather travelling trunk. Date: circa 1890s

Advert for Ciro diamond watches 1936
Fashionable diamond watches for women, with string straps and also a ring watch. Date: 1936

Brown leather bag on a greetings card
Brown leather bag on a movable greetings card -- Don t let the Cat out of the Bag. Date: early 20th century

Advert for Marshall & Snelgrove frilly dress 1938
Like a petal of a flower, frills, frills, frills... even at the demure neckline. Woman wearing a full length Christmas party evening dress with frills around neckline and from the hips down. 1938

Ladies wristwatches with silk and cord straps 1937
A selection of womens wristwatches with silk and cord straps. Products for Army & Navy catalogue. Date: 1937

Evening Dress 1919
La Robe Dindon: barrel-line evening gown with narrow shoulder straps with a long train descending from them - the whole ornamented with plumes as is the high headdress. Date: 1919

Good Time Girls 1919
Two good time girls model the new barrel-line silhouette: One dress with thin shoulder straps still has a high waist the other is strapless & low waisted. N.B fur stole, pearls Date: 1919

Ball Dresses 1899
Gowns with square Victorian bodices, shoulder straps & transparent epaulettes. Pink: draped corsage. Green: corsage of horizontal rows of lace, panels of lace on the skirt. Date: 1899

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"Straps: A Timeless Connection to Style and Function" Rolex precision watches 1937: The impeccable craftsmanship of Rolex precision watches is enhanced by their elegant leather straps, adding a touch of sophistication to any wrist. Underground Straphangers: Navigating the bustling underground with ease, straphangers rely on sturdy straps for stability during their daily commute. Evening Dresses / Worth: Delicate silk straps grace the shoulders of Worth's exquisite evening dresses, exuding timeless elegance and femininity. Polka Dot Bikini 1950s: Playful polka dot bikini straps perfectly complemented the carefree spirit of beachgoers in the vibrant era of the 1950s. Pocket watches and wristwatches 1929: As pocket watches transitioned into wristwatches, innovative strap designs allowed for convenient timekeeping while embracing fashion-forward trends. Art Nouveau Headdress / 1: Intricately woven satin ribbons formed ethereal headdresses adorned with delicate floral motifs during the Art Nouveau period, showcasing the versatility as decorative elements. Teeny Weeny Bikini 1950s: The iconic teeny weeny bikini made waves in the '50s with its daringly thin straps that accentuated sun-kissed skin and celebrated body confidence. Chrysler Imperial CG Dual Cowl Phaeton 1931 Red 2-tone: Luxurious leather upholstery wraps around steering wheels and seats in classic cars like Chrysler's Imperial CG Dual Cowl Phaeton, epitomizing automotive opulence through meticulously crafted straps. Perfumers, Sangwine trade card (engraving): In an enchanting world where fragrances transport us to distant lands, perfumers' trade cards depicted ornate bottles held together by intricate ribbon-like straps that symbolized luxury and allure. Taking a ride over the Isle of Wight in an aeroplane.