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1930s Collection (page 6)

Background image1930s Collection: Exterior of Orford Castle, Suffolk (the Battlements restored), (1931). Artist

Exterior of Orford Castle, Suffolk (the Battlements restored), (1931). Artist
Exterior of Orford Castle, Suffolk (the Battlements restored), (1931). Illustration from A History of Everyday Things in England - Done in two parts of which this is the first - 1066-1499

Background image1930s Collection: Lindisfarne Gospels, Christi autem page. British Museum, c700 AD, (1935)

Lindisfarne Gospels, Christi autem page. British Museum, c700 AD, (1935). Decorative text to St Matthew, Chap 1.V.18: Christi Autem. Opening of the Christmas Gospel from the Lindisfarne Gospels

Background image1930s Collection: Cunard White Star liner Berengaria, approaching Cunard pier, 1936

Cunard White Star liner Berengaria, approaching Cunard pier, 1936
Approaching Her Berth. A striking photgraph of the Cunard White Star liner Berengaria (ex-Imperator, 52, 101 tons), assisted by tugs, coming into the Cunard pier, 1936

Background image1930s Collection: Morris 10 of Captain Oliver Hughes-Onslow at the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1933. Artist: Bill Brunell

Morris 10 of Captain Oliver Hughes-Onslow at the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1933. Artist: Bill Brunell
Morris 10 1292 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. US1172. Entry No: G19. Driver: Hughes-Onslow, Capt. O. Left: Riley Vehicle Reg. No. KV5092. R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally. Date: 5-9.6.33

Background image1930s Collection: Semmence Special of H Whitfield-Semmence, Bugatti Owners Club Lewes Speed Trials, Sussex, 1937

Semmence Special of H Whitfield-Semmence, Bugatti Owners Club Lewes Speed Trials, Sussex, 1937
Semmence Special 1991 cc. Event Entry No: 19 Driver: Whitfield-Semmence, H. Time: 26.2 sec. Place: B.O.C. Lewes Speed trials. Date: 4.9.37

Background image1930s Collection: Wolseley Hornet of Miss P Goodban, North West London Motor Club London-Gloucester Trial, 1932

Wolseley Hornet of Miss P Goodban, North West London Motor Club London-Gloucester Trial, 1932
Wolseley Hornet 1931 1271 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. JD1953. Event Entry No: 75 Driver: Goodban, Miss. P. Award: Silver Cup. Place: N.W.L.M.C. London-Gloucester. Date: 10.12.32

Background image1930s Collection: 1938 HRG Standard Meadows-engined 2-seater of MH Lawson taking part in the Petersfield Trial, 1938

1938 HRG Standard Meadows-engined 2-seater of MH Lawson taking part in the Petersfield Trial, 1938
HRG Standard Meadows-engined 2-seater. 1938 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. DOY777. Event Entry No: 77 Driver: Lawson, M.H. Chassis No. W74. Place: Petersfield Trial. Date: 1938

Background image1930s Collection: Lanchester 10 of JM Archer of the Scottish Sporting Car Club team at the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1934

Lanchester 10 of JM Archer of the Scottish Sporting Car Club team at the RSAC Scottish Rally, 1934
Lanchester 10 1933 1203 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. FS4835. Event Entry No: 64. Driver: Archer, J.M. Scottish Sporting Car Club No. 5 team car. Place: R.S.A.C. Scottish Rally. Date: 10-14.6.34

Background image1930s Collection: Peter Clarks HRG, winner of a silver award at the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937

Peter Clarks HRG, winner of a silver award at the MCC Torquay Rally, July 1937
HRG 1496 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. DYV221. Event Entry No: 92 Driver: Clark, P.C.T. Award: Silver. Place: M.C.C. Torquay Rally. Date: 16/17.7.37

Background image1930s Collection: MG PA of RA MacDermid of the Cream Cracker Team competing in the MCC Lands End Trial, 1935

MG PA of RA MacDermid of the Cream Cracker Team competing in the MCC Lands End Trial, 1935
MG PA 847 cc. Reg. No. JB3639. Event Entry No: 93 Driver: McDermid, R.A. 1934/5 Cream Cracker team car. Chassis No. PA336. M.C.C. Lands End Trial. Date: 19/20.4.35

Background image1930s Collection: Austin Ulster of ECH Randall and WE Harker in the pits, JCC Double Twelve race, Brooklands, 1931

Austin Ulster of ECH Randall and WE Harker in the pits, JCC Double Twelve race, Brooklands, 1931
Austin Ulster 747 cc. Event Entry No: 52 Driver: Randall, E.C.H. Harker, W.E. Finished: 7th. Class H tie. 549 laps, 1438.1 miles, 59.92 m.p.h. Place: Brooklands. J.C.C. Double Twelve. Date: 8/9.5.31

Background image1930s Collection: Cars racing at the MCC Members Meeting, Brooklands, 10 September 1938. Artist: Bill Brunell

Cars racing at the MCC Members Meeting, Brooklands, 10 September 1938. Artist: Bill Brunell
HRG 1497 cc. Reg. No. DYV221. Event Entry No: 16 Driver: Clark, P.C.T. SS Jaguar 100 3485 cc. Entry No: 4 Driver: Wood, G. MG PB 1935 939S cc. Vehicle Reg. No. JB7521

Background image1930s Collection: MG C type of FM Montgomery and R Hebeler at the JCC Double Twelve race, Brooklands, 8 / 9 May 1931

MG C type of FM Montgomery and R Hebeler at the JCC Double Twelve race, Brooklands, 8 / 9 May 1931
MG C 746 cc. Event Entry No: 64 Driver: Montgomery, F.M. Hebeler, R. Retired Retired first day, broken piston, 2.35p.m.. Place: Brooklands. J.C.C. Double Twelve. Date: 8/9.5.31

Background image1930s Collection: The Little Robber-Maiden, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson

The Little Robber-Maiden, c1930. Artist: W Heath Robinson
The Little Robber-Maiden, c1930. An illustration from The Snow Queen by Hans Christian Andersen. From Hans Andersens Fairy Tales by Hans Andersen

Background image1930s Collection: Aston Martin Four-Seater Tourer, c1936

Aston Martin Four-Seater Tourer, c1936. Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd is a British manufacturer of luxury sports vehicles. Founded in London in 1913. From An Album of Motor Cars

Background image1930s Collection: Amy Johnson, pilot, c1930s (1936)

Amy Johnson, pilot, c1930s (1936)
Amy Johnson, British aviator, c1920s-c1930s (1936). Johnson created a new record for a solo flight from London to Cape Town, completing the trip in 4 days, 6 hours and 54 minutes

Background image1930s Collection: Lubeck - Holstentor, 1931. Artist: Kurt Hielscher

Lubeck - Holstentor, 1931. Artist: Kurt Hielscher
Lubeck - Holstentor, 1931. From Deutschland by Kurt Hielscher. [F. A. Brockhaus, Leipzig, 1931]

Background image1930s Collection: Sea View, Fishponds, 1915, (c1932). Artist: Lucien Pissarro

Sea View, Fishponds, 1915, (c1932). Artist: Lucien Pissarro
Sea View, Fishponds, 1915, (c1932). From Modern Art by Charles Marriott & Tis & Tis. [Colour Ltd. London, 1909]

Background image1930s Collection: Sandringham House, Norfolk, on the night of King George Vs death, 1936

Sandringham House, Norfolk, on the night of King George Vs death, 1936. From George V and Edward VIII - A Royal Souvenir, by F. G. H. Salusbury [Daily Express Publications, London, 1936]

Background image1930s Collection: The Duchess of York at the time of her wedding, 1923 (1935)

The Duchess of York at the time of her wedding, 1923 (1935). Ardath cigarette card, from a series of 50 commemorating the Silver Jubilee of King George V, 1935

Background image1930s Collection: Rafael Sabatini, 1937. Artists: Unknown, WD & HO Wills

Rafael Sabatini, 1937. Artists: Unknown, WD & HO Wills
Rafael Sabatini (1875-1950), Italian/English writer of novels of romance and adventure, 1937. Cigarette card 30 of 40 from Famous British Authors published by WD & HO Wills

Background image1930s Collection: Catherine the Great (1729-1796), Empress of Russia, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald

Catherine the Great (1729-1796), Empress of Russia, 1937. Artist: Alexander K MacDonald
Catherine the Great (1729-1796), Empress of Russia. Portrait of Catherine II (1729-1796) who came to the throne in 1762. A German princess

Background image1930s Collection: A Page from the Egerton Bohun Psalter-Hours, (1370), 1937

A Page from the Egerton Bohun Psalter-Hours, (1370), 1937
A Page from the Egerton Bohun Psalter-Hours, 1370. This is one of a group of manuscripts made for members of the Bohun family, who were earls of Hereford, Essex

Background image1930s Collection: Jack Petersen, Welsh boxer, 1938

Jack Petersen, Welsh boxer, 1938. In 1932 Petersen (1911-1990) won the British light-heavyweight championship by defeating Harry Crossley on points

Background image1930s Collection: Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Havana, 1931

Hotel Nacional de Cuba, Havana, 1931. Designed by New York architectural firm McKim, Mead and White, the hotel opened in 1930

Background image1930s Collection: Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932

Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. Artist: Graphic Photo Union
Jack Allen heads Newcastles first goal, FA Cup Final, Wembley, London, 1932. The Arsenal players are Eddie Hapgood, goalkeeper Frank Moss, Herbie Roberts and George Male

Background image1930s Collection: Frederic Joliot and Irene Joliot-Curie, French scientists, 1935

Frederic Joliot and Irene Joliot-Curie, French scientists, 1935. Joliot (1900-1958) became assistant to Marie Curie in 1925

Background image1930s Collection: Fay Wray (1907-2004), Canadian-born American actress, 20th century

Fay Wray (1907-2004), Canadian-born American actress, 20th century. Wray is probably best known for her performance in the original King Kong (1933)

Background image1930s Collection: Glynis Johns, British actress, singer and dancer, 20th century. Artist: Rank Organisation

Glynis Johns, British actress, singer and dancer, 20th century. Artist: Rank Organisation
Glynis Johns, British actress, singer and dancer, 20th century. Glynis Johns made her first film appearance in South Riding in 1938

Background image1930s Collection: Queen Mary visiting a Welsh colliery, 1935

Queen Mary visiting a Welsh colliery, 1935. A print from King Emperors Jubilee, 1910-1935, by FGH Salusbury, Daily Express Publications, London, 1935

Background image1930s Collection: Interior of Mrs Ewart Sofios house, 25 Bark Place, Bayswater, London, 1932

Interior of Mrs Ewart Sofios house, 25 Bark Place, Bayswater, London, 1932. Designed by Jack Killick. From The Studio Volume 104. [The Offices of the Studio, London, 1932]

Background image1930s Collection: Jesse Owens at the start of the 200 metres at the Berlin Olympic Games, 1936

Jesse Owens at the start of the 200 metres at the Berlin Olympic Games, 1936. Owens setting off on the way to one of his four gold medals at the 1936 games

Background image1930s Collection: Katherine DeMille, Canadian born American actress, 1934-1935

Katherine DeMille, Canadian born American actress, 1934-1935. Born Katherine Lester, she was adopted by the Hollywood film director Cecil B DeMille

Background image1930s Collection: Gloria Swanson, American actress, 1933

Gloria Swanson, American actress, 1933. Swanson (1897-1983) was an American actress who was prolific during the era of the silent film

Background image1930s Collection: Bing Crosby, American singer and actor, 1934-1935

Bing Crosby, American singer and actor, 1934-1935. Born Harry Lillis. Taken from Meet the Film Stars, by Seton Margrave. (London, 1934-1935)

Background image1930s Collection: Princess Elizabeth, future Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain, Windsor, 1930s

Princess Elizabeth, future Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain, Windsor, 1930s
Princess Elizabeth, future Queen of Great Britain, Windsor, 1930s. Elizabeth (b1926) as a child in the garden of the Royal Lodge

Background image1930s Collection: Marendaz factory, Maidenhead 1934. Creator: Unknown

Marendaz factory, Maidenhead 1934. Creator: Unknown
Marendaz factory, Maidenhead 1934

Background image1930s Collection: The Bergkirche, Eisenstadt, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown

The Bergkirche, Eisenstadt, Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
The Bergkirche, Eisenstadt, Austria, c1935. The Bergkirche ( hill church ), in the state of Burgenland, was built in the early 18th century by Prince Paul Esterhazy

Background image1930s Collection: Baden bei Wien, Lower Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown

Baden bei Wien, Lower Austria, c1935. Creator: Unknown
Baden bei Wien, Lower Austria, c1935. View of the spa town of Baden bei Wien (Baden - German for Baths - near Vienna), where hot springs have been enjoyed since Roman times

Background image1930s Collection: Martin Luther, 1529, (c1930). Creator: Unknown

Martin Luther, 1529, (c1930). Creator: Unknown
Martin Luther, 1529, (c1930). Portrait of German Protestant reformer Martin Luther (1483-1546) who was a major inspiration behind the Reformation

Background image1930s Collection: Ford Model C Ten of J Whalley competing in the MCC Edinburgh Trial, Roxburghshire, Scotland, 1938

Ford Model C Ten of J Whalley competing in the MCC Edinburgh Trial, Roxburghshire, Scotland, 1938
Ford 10 1172 cc. Vehicle Reg. No. DNK507. Entry No: 159. Driver: Whalley, J. Award: Premier. Place: Adderstonshiels, Hawick, Roxburghshire. M.C.C. Edinburgh Trial. Date: 3/4.6.38

Background image1930s Collection: Ron Hortons MG Magnette K3 at Coppice Corner, Donington Park, Leicestershire, 1933

Ron Hortons MG Magnette K3 at Coppice Corner, Donington Park, Leicestershire, 1933
MG Magnette K3 1086S cc. Event Entry No: 21, Driver: R.T. Horton. Place: Coppice corner. Donington Park Race Meeting. Date: 25.3.33

Background image1930s Collection: ERA of Raymond Mays competing in the Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, Worcestershire, 1935

ERA of Raymond Mays competing in the Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb, Worcestershire, 1935
ERA 1488 cc. Event Entry No: 38. Driver: Mays. Place: Shelsley Walsh Hillclimb. Date: 28.9.35

Background image1930s Collection: Ye Olde Boars Head, Middleton, Lancashire, 1939

Ye Olde Boars Head, Middleton, Lancashire, 1939. From Old Inns - Second Series of 40. [W. D. & H. O. Wills, 1939]

Background image1930s Collection: Assyrian brick and tile design, 1933-1934

Assyrian brick and tile design, 1933-1934. Original from Layards Monument of Nineveh. From Wonders of the Past, Volume II, 1933-1934

Background image1930s Collection: Sewer cleaners in the Main Sewer, Paris, 1931. Artist: Ernest Flammarion

Sewer cleaners in the Main Sewer, Paris, 1931. Artist: Ernest Flammarion
Sewer cleaners in the Main Sewer, Paris, 1931. Illustration from the book Paris published by Ernest Flammarion, (1931)

Background image1930s Collection: A Native Market in an Island Paradise, Bali, Dutch East Indies, c1930s. Creator: Unknown

A Native Market in an Island Paradise, Bali, Dutch East Indies, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
A Native Market in an Island Paradise, Bali, Dutch East Indies, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

Background image1930s Collection: Novosibirsk Department store C.R.K., 1924-1934. Creator: Unknown

Novosibirsk Department store C.R.K., 1924-1934. Creator: Unknown
Novosibirsk Department store C.R.K., 1924-1934. National Library of Russia



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