1922 Collection (page 22)

Water supply using a shaduf, Egypt
Water supply using a shaduf (shadoof), Egypt, used by farmers for irrigation of their land. Date: 1922

Boys school in a Coptic Centre, Esneh, Egypt
Scene at a Moslem boys school in a Coptic Centre at Esneh (Esna), south of Luxor, Egypt. Date: 1922

Women members of a Feminist Party, Cairo, Egypt
Women members of a Feminist Party, with flag, Cairo, Egypt. They were campaigning for womens rights, particularly wanting to put an end to womens total seclusion within the harem. Date: 1922

Berberin sellers of beads and fly whisks, Cairo, Egypt
Berberin sellers of beads and fly whisks in a Cairo street, Egypt. Date: 1922

Water carrier handing a drink to a woman, Cairo, Egypt
Water carrier handing a drink in a brass cup to a woman and her child in a Cairo street, Egypt. Date: 1922

Water carrier handing a drink to seated man, Egypt
Water carrier handing a drink in a brass cup to a seated man, Egypt. Date: 1922

Arab tailor and assistants at work in a shop, Cairo, Egypt
Arab tailor and his three assistants at work in a shop, Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1922

Arab tinsmiths at work in a shop, Cairo, Egypt, converting old kerosene tins into canister lamps. Date: 1922

Felucca with lateen sails on the River Nile, Egypt
A felucca, a sailing boat with two lateen (triangular) sails, on the River Nile, Egypt. Date: 1922

Aerial view of the Pyramid of Khafre, Giza, Egypt
View from the Pyramid of Cheops (Kheops), looking down at the Pyramid of Khafra (Khafre, Chepren), at Giza, with the Nile valley beyond, near Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1922

Colossi of Memnon, near Luxor, Egypt
Colossi of Memnon, two large stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III, Theban Necropolis near Luxor, Egypt. Date: 1922

Berberin boatmen rowing a galley, near Philae, Egypt
Berberin boatmen rowing a galley, near the island of Philae, Egypt. Date: 1922

Students from mission school at Giza, Egypt
Students from a mission school at Giza, Egypt, with the Sphinx and Pyramid. Date: 1922

Ruins of Hathor Temple, Dendera, Egypt
Man and camel at the Ruins of the Hathor Temple, Dendera, Egypt. Date: 1922

Inscriptions on temple wall, Medinet Habu, Luxor, Egypt
Inscriptions of hunting scenes on the wall of the Mortuary Temple of Ramesses III at Medinet Habu, Luxor, Egypt. Date: 1922

Man with camel near the Pyramid of Cheops, Giza, Egypt
Man with camel near the Pyramid of Cheops (Kheops) at Giza, near Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1922

Egyptian couple in western dress, Cairo, Egypt
Egyptian couple in western dress, in their garden in Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1922

Men and camel at a fountain, Cairo, Egypt. Date: 1922

People with camel by the waterside, Sakkara, Egypt
People with camel by the waterside, necropolis of Sakkara (Saqqara, Saccara), Memphis, Egypt. Date: 1922

Woman weaving on a frame, Ecuador, South America. Date: 1922

Middle aged couple, Ecuador, South America -- the woman is said to be a curandera, or healer. Date: 1922

Hot water installation near Quito, Ecuador, South America
Hot water installation outside a hacienda in the Valle de los Chillos near Quito, Ecuador, South America. The water in the shallow aqueduct is heated by the rays of the sun. Date: 1922

Eskimos rowing a boat, Greenland
Eskimos rowing a long boat (known as an umiak), off the coast of Greenland (then a Danish colony). Date: 1922

Group of eskimo children, Greenland
Group of eskimo children in warm clothing, Greenland (then a Danish colony). Date: 1922

Eskimos outside their summer residence, Greenland
A group of eskimos outside their summer residence, Greenland (then a Danish colony). Date: 1922

Eskimo couple in winter costume, Greenland (then a Danish colony) -- the man holds his hunting rifle. Date: 1922

Little girl in Greenland eskimo costume, Denmark
Little girl dressed as a Greenland eskimo in an ornamented skin costume, Denmark. Date: 1922

Open air theatre in the deer park, Copenhagen, Denmark, with performers on stage and a large audience. Date: 1922

People by a lake, Zealand, Denmark
People by a lake on the island of Zealand, Denmark. Date: 1922

King Christian X on horseback, Copenhagen, Denmark
King Christian X (1870-1947) on horseback, riding in Copenhagen, Denmark, with Frederiks Church (The Marble Church) in the background. He was known as the Riding King. Date: circa 1910s

Potters dipping porcelain vases, Copenhagen, Denmark
Two potters dipping porcelain vases in the dipping house, Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Male artist decorating vase, Copenhagen, Denmark
Male artist decorating a large porcelain vase, Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Women artists decorating ceramics, Copenhagen, Denmark
Two women artists decorating ceramic items, Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Women artists decorating porcelain, Copenhagen, Denmark
Two women artists decorating porcelain items, Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Potter making porcelain plates, Copenhagen, Denmark
Potter making porcelain plates, Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Potters casting a large vase, Copenhagen, Denmark
Two potters casting a large vase in the moulding room, Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Potter working at a wheel, Copenhagen, Denmark
Potter working at a wheel, Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Kilns of Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark
Kilns of the Royal Porcelain Works, Copenhagen, Denmark, dating back to the 18th century. Date: 1922

Five little girls in traditional dress, Denmark. Date: 1922

Members of the Royal Ballet, Copenhagen, Denmark, practising their steps with piano accompaniment. Date: 1922

Young women university graduates, Copenhagen, Denmark
Young women university graduates linking arms in a street, Copenhagen, Denmark. Date: 1922

Boys jumping for herrings, Danzig (now Gdansk, Poland)
Boys on ice skates, jumping for herrings in the city of Danzig (now Gdansk, Poland). Date: 1922

Young women in traditional dress, Stromo Island, Denmark
Three young women in traditional dress, Stromo (Streymoy) Island (largest of the Faroe Islands), Denmark, standing by the memorial stone of Niels Finsen (1860-1904)

Man with avocados, Santa Marta, Colombia, South America
Man with avocados for sale, Santa Marta, Colombia, South America. Date: 1922

Crab stall in Peking (Beijing), China, East Asia
People at a crab stall in Peking (Beijing), China, East Asia, with some haggling over the price. Date: 1922

Bazaar in Peking (Beijing), China, East Asia, with masks on display. Date: 1922

Observatory in Peking (Beijing), China, East Asia, with brass instruments designed for studying the stars. Date: 1922

Four schoolgirls of Changsha with books, China, East Asia
Four orphan schoolgirls of Changsha with their books, China, East Asia. Date: 1922

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"1922: A Year of Adventures, Triumphs, and Cultural Shifts" Step back in time to the roaring twenties as we delve into the remarkable events that unfolded in 1922. From the witty escapades of Jeeves and Wooster to the heartwrenching farewell depicted in Fortunio Matania's "Good-bye, Old Man, " this year was filled with captivating stories. Intrigue reached new heights with Moon Madness captivating imaginations worldwide. Meanwhile, Norton and Mallory embarked on a daring British Mount Everest Expedition, pushing boundaries and defying nature's limits. The skies witnessed groundbreaking achievements as the Supermarine aeroplane powered by Rolls-Royce S. 6 soared through clouds, marking a milestone in aviation history. Society found its voice against Prohibition with Sweden's anti-Prohibition poster declaring boldly, "No. Crayfish require these drinks. " The fight for freedom extended beyond borders as Proust penned his masterpiece at age 31 while James Joyce mesmerized readers with his literary gem Ulysses. Sports enthusiasts were enthralled by France V Scotland Rugby match where passion collided on the field leaving spectators breathless. HMS Iron Duke stood tall amidst chaos during the Great Fire of Smyrna - a testament to bravery and resilience. Nature's beauty beckoned from Isle of Wight/Ventnor where tranquility met picturesque landscapes offering solace amidst bustling times. And who could forget that iconic blue dress paired perfectly with beer - an emblematic image capturing the spirit fashion and indulgence? As we reflect upon this transformative year, let us celebrate those who shaped our past while inspiring future generations. In 1922, dreams took flight; art spoke volumes; sports united nations; tragedies tested resolve – forever etching their mark on history's canvas.