Fraud Blocker Skip to main content

Home > TopFoto > Cheers! vintage food and drink

The Old Contemptibles childrens party. Serving the children their party food

The Old Contemptibles childrens party. Serving the children their party food


Framed Photos
Photo Prints
Jigsaw Puzzles
Poster Prints
Canvas Prints
Fine Art Prints
Metal Prints
Home Decor


We accept all major credit cards

TopFoto

Wall Art and Photo Gifts from TopFoto

The Old Contemptibles childrens party. Serving the children their party food

The Old Contemptibles childrens party. Serving the children their party food.
17 January 1936

TopFoto independent historic photographs and images all subjects and eras

Media ID 11321020

© John Topham / TopFoto.co.uk

Adults Archive Boys Children Drink Drinking Food Girls Party Hats Picture Library Stills Agency Stock Agency Stock Photography Tables Vintage Trestle


EDITORS COMMENTS
The Old Contemptibles children's party captures a delightful moment frozen in time. In this photograph taken by John Topham on 17 January 1936, we are transported back to the vibrant atmosphere of a 1930s celebration. The image showcases a group of boys and girls eagerly gathered around trestle tables, their eyes sparkling with anticipation as they are served their scrumptious party food. Amidst the laughter and chatter, adults can be seen attentively catering to the children's needs, ensuring that every little guest is well-fed and content. Party hats adorn the heads of both young and old alike, adding an extra touch of whimsy to the scene. It is evident from their expressions that these youngsters are relishing every bite, savoring each sip as they enjoy this special occasion. The monochrome aesthetic lends a timeless quality to the photograph, emphasizing its historical significance within twentieth-century Europe. Preserved in this vintage archive print, it serves as a poignant reminder of simpler times filled with innocent joy and camaraderie. This snapshot from between the wars encapsulates not only an era but also universal moments of childhood happiness shared across generations. As we gaze upon these smiling faces immersed in merriment, we cannot help but be reminded of our own cherished memories from childhood parties gone by.

MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee

FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools

FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!

SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you

* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.



redeem
Beautiful Photo Prints and Gifts
image
Professionally Printed
inventory
Photo Prints are in stock
thumb_up
Professional quality finish
diamond
Made with high-grade materials
inventory_2
Carefully packed to aid safe arrival



Related Images


Dinner at East Central School in Dartford, Kent. The girls line up their food
Dinner at East Central School in Dartford, Kent. The girls line up their food
The dinner lady serving lunch at a girls school in Orpington, Kent. 1937
The dinner lady serving lunch at a girls school in Orpington, Kent. 1937
The children from St Leonards Day Nursery sit in a line with their nursery teacher
The children from St Leonards Day Nursery sit in a line with their nursery teacher
An oil painting of Prince Philip - an old boy of the school - looks down on the dining
An oil painting of Prince Philip - an old boy of the school - looks down on the dining
During a break in the days activities these infants at Jessop Primary School
During a break in the days activities these infants at Jessop Primary School
One lesson they like. Children go to school in their holidays to drink milk
One lesson they like. Children go to school in their holidays to drink milk
A cook shop owned by Mr Bayliss in Drury Lane, London, England
A cook shop owned by Mr Bayliss in Drury Lane, London, England

+

Shipping

+

Choices

+

Reviews

+

Guaranteed