Swimsuit Collection (page 9)

An athletic woman rides a stand-up paddle-board as another woman free-dives below her, Hawaii, United States of America, Pacific

An athletic woman free-dives to inspect a heart arranged with rocks on the bottom of the ocean, French Polynesia, South Pacific islands, Pacific

An athletic woman in a bikini walks along the white sandy shoreline of the turquoise lagoons in Tahiti, French Polynesia, South Pacific islands, Pacific

Cafe de La Grenouillere, on the island of Croissy, circa 1870 (engraving)
6659277 Cafe de La Grenouillere, on the island of Croissy, circa 1870 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info)

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Langley Laboratory annual picnic, Buckroe Beach, Hampton, Virginia, USA, July 1, 1929. On the barrel to the left is Ray Sharp

Paid conges: "With the first good days water sports are enjoying new success"
XEE4186233 Paid conges: " With the first good days water sports are enjoying new success". A woman poses in a swimsuit with water skis on a midi beach

Les bienfaits du tandem - in "L Etoile de mer"by A
LSE4077551 Les bienfaits du tandem - in " L Etoile de mer" by A. Guillaume, Ed Simonis Empis, Paris 1897 by Guillaume

Young Romans engaged in physical exercises. They wear a loincloth around the kidneys
LSE4429407 Young Romans engaged in physical exercises. They wear a loincloth around the kidneys and a strophium (ancetra of the bra) on the chest. A loaf around the kidneys

Woman playing ball. Young Romans engaged in physical exercises
LSE4429397 Woman playing ball. Young Romans engaged in physical exercises. They wear a loincloth around the kidneys and a strophium (ancetra of the bra) on the chest. A loaf around the kidneys

Tour young women in swimsuits by a pool in spring. In "L
XEE4186245 Tour young women in swimsuits by a pool in spring. In " L illustrious du petit Journal" of 1937. Private Collection by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info)

Candid, Satirical in N & B, 1930_7_17: Humor, Hobbies, Marine Marine Seaside, Couple
ICA4940626 Candid, Satirical in N & B, 1930_7_17: Humor, Hobbies, Marine Marine Seaside, Couple, Adultere, Swimsuit, Beach Illustration by Abel Faivre (1867-1945) by Faivre

Cover of "The Don Quixote", number 321, Satirical en Colours
ICA4926736 Cover of " The Don Quixote", number 321, Satirical en Colours, 1880_8_13: La saison des bains - Anticlericalism, Justice Proces, Religion

A young woman in a swimsuit on the French Riviera in December
XEE4190913 A young woman in a swimsuit on the French Riviera in December, promoting for holidays in the sunny region. Cover of " Le petit journal illustrious" of 29/12/1935

Cannes, Blue Parasol and Tents; Cannes, Parasol Bleu et Tentes, (oil on canvas)
1196223 Cannes, Blue Parasol and Tents; Cannes, Parasol Bleu et Tentes, (oil on canvas) by Lebasque, Henri (1865-1937); 46x55 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Children Playing in Surf (oil on board)
1767572 Children Playing in Surf (oil on board) by Potthast, Edward Henry (1857-1927); 29.9x40 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Children Playing in Surf. Edward Henry Potthast (1857-1927)

Edge of the Marne, c. 1932 (oil on panel)
988776 Edge of the Marne, c.1932 (oil on panel) by Bernard, Emile (1868-1941); 81.6x105.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Edge of the Marne; Au Bord de la Marne. Emile Bernard (1868-1941)

The Bathers of Mericourt; La Baignade a Mericourt, 1935 (oil onpaper)
825440 The Bathers of Mericourt; La Baignade a Mericourt, 1935 (oil onpaper) by Luce, Maximilien (1858-1941); 40.3x54 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Town Pier - Blue Point, Long Island, (oil on canvas)
985497 Town Pier - Blue Point, Long Island, (oil on canvas) by Glackens, William James (1870-1938); 66x81.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Town Pier - Blue Point, Long Island)

Bathers on the Seashore, (pastel)
824075 Bathers on the Seashore, (pastel) by Liebermann, Max (1847-1935); 31.6x49 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Bathers on the Seashore. Max Liebermann (1847-1935). Pastel

A Life guard on Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, New York, 1901-06 (b / w photo)
779181 A Life guard on Brighton Beach, Brooklyn, New York, 1901-06 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Cartoon titled modesty and duty in comfort which comments on the two different
5308841 Cartoon titled modesty and duty in comfort which comments on the two different styles of bathers by Du Maurier, George (1834-96); (add.info)

Mocking the beauty of the painting The Mirror of Venus by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones (colour litho)
6000008 Mocking the beauty of the painting The Mirror of Venus by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones (colour litho) by English School

Portrait of actress K. Lenskaya (b / w photo)
489130 Portrait of actress K. Lenskaya (b/w photo) by Russian Photographer; Private Collection; (add.info.: Made to sell as a postcard when her company visited St)

A hasty lunch, Coney Island, New York, 1900-05 (b / w photo)
779204 A hasty lunch, Coney Island, New York, 1900-05 (b/w photo) by Detroit Publishing Co. (1880-1920); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

The bathing season; Do you call that a header? (engraving)
736042 The bathing season; Do you call that a header? (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bathing season; Do you call that a header)

Comic postcard, Young couple relaxing on the beach Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Three children building sandcastle Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man with ducklings on the beach Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Couple having picnic on the beach Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man relaxing on the beach, happy to be having a week away from the office Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman relaxing on the beach, pleased not to be back at home doing the household chores. Date: 20th century

Cheeky French Bathing Beauty posing for a Studio Shoot. Date: circa 1920

Comic postcard, Boy and girl riding donkeys on beach Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Little boy with donkey on beach Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman dancing with donkey on beach Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Man sets off home from the seaside Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Little girl on the beach with bucket and spade Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Little boy and girl on the beach with ice creams Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Little boy on the beach with bucket and spade Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Little boy and girl on the beach - wait till you get in the sea Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Little boy running out of the sea for dinner Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman on holiday, then home again, from sea to tub Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman on holiday, in the sea, then home again, doing the washing Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Woman on holiday, then home again - Make the most of it (in English and French) Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Plump couple, Daily Dozen on holiday Date: 20th century

Comic postcard, Plump woman swimming in the sea Date: 20th century

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From vintage pin-ups to modern beach babes, the swimsuit has always been a symbol of style and freedom. In 1922, a child wearing a swim cap sits in the surf, capturing the innocence and joy of summer days. Fast forward to World War II, where an American actress becomes the most popular pin-up photograph for our brave armed forces. Margarita Cansino, later known as Rita Hayworth, mesmerizes audiences with her beauty and talent as an actress and dancer. A 1940s-style Navy pin-up girl strikes a pose next to a vintage Corsair aircraft, embodying both glamour and patriotism. Even cigarette ads couldn't resist featuring swimsuit-clad women like Wills Gold Flake's glamorous young smoker. The allure of the French Riviera beckons all year round in an enticing poster that promises sun-soaked adventures. In 1938's Pickaback Beach Delight, friends frolic on sandy shores while enjoying each other's company. Meanwhile, Audi Quattro showcases its German engineering prowess against stunning coastal backdrops. Beauty knows no bounds as contestants line up for Miss County of Cornwall beauty contest; their confidence radiates through their swimsuits. Annie Matthews breaks barriers as a woman police officer patrolling Hyde Park in London - proving that strength comes in many forms. The beaches at Cannes become playgrounds for relaxation and luxury under the warm Mediterranean sun. And who can resist Ipanema's charm? A young Brazilian woman stands proudly on Arpoador rocks overlooking this iconic beachscape. Through history and across cultures, the swimsuit remains timeless - embracing individuality while celebrating fun in the sun.