1926 Collection (page 6)

Victoria Station / Night
The exterior of the terminus at night

Girl Runs from Waves
A young woman in a clinging red tank style one-piece swimsuit with a ruffle edged collar & a beret style bathing cap encounters a large wave. Alarmed, she runs for her life

Female Type at Bar 1926
A liberated flapper type, sitting on a bar stool

Trapeze / Upside Down
From the trapeze; how the acrobat sees his audience - upside down!

The Sketch 22 December 1926
A page from The Sketch, illustrating two weddings and scenes from horse race meetings and the Quorn hunt

Strike / Volunteer Signals
An undergraduate volunteer in a railway signal box during the General Strike

General Dawes / Nobel 1926
GENERAL CHARLES GATES DAWES American statesman

Rickmansworth / 1926
Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire

Annie Oakley / Garnier
ANNIE OAKLEY (Phoebe Annie Oakley Mozee) American sharpshooter, star of Buffalo Bills Wild West show

Chenies / Metro-Land 1926
Chenies, Buckinghamshire: a quiet country lane

Motor Fire-Boat / London
The Beta III one of the London Fire Brigades several fire-boats, constructed by Merryweathers in 1926

LE 5 OCLOCK, 1926
Two ladies keep on their hats, and one her fur stole, while they enjoy le five o clock with their friend

Norge Polar Flight
The Norge airship, hired from Italy by Amundsen, at the start of its flight over the North Pole. From Spitzbergen it made a 17-hour flight to Alaska

Showgirls Changing Room
No doubt the envy of all his friends, this page boy has the important task of delivering messages and cards backstage, where most are prohibited from entering - hope he knocked!

Two Ladies at Tea-Time
Two ladies with fashionably short coiffures wear afternoon dresses by Brandt and Jean Patou

The Free Masons bought a building known as the Commercial Exchange in New Orleans in1892 and used it until 1926
5616863 The Free Masons bought a building known as the Commercial Exchange in New Orleans in1892 and used it until 1926, when it was demolished and a new building was constructed.; (add.info)

Still Life Cello; Nature Morte au Violoncelle, 1926 (oil and sand on canvas)
655964 Still Life Cello; Nature Morte au Violoncelle, 1926 (oil and sand on canvas) by Filla, Emil (1882-1953); 68x82 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Photo Achensee, Tyrol, cruise, 2 June 1926, Boat
953341 Photo Achensee, Tyrol, cruise, 2 June 1926, Boat by Unknown photographer, (19th-20th century); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Photo Denmark, Saxon. Farmer, May 1926, Coach
948328 Photo Denmark, Saxon. Farmer, May 1926, Coach; Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Photo Baltic seaside resort Sassnitz Rugen, Couple on the beach
947252 Photo Baltic seaside resort Sassnitz Rugen, Couple on the beach; Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

The introduction of the roundabout system in Piccadilly Circus, London, England in 1926
3058459 The introduction of the roundabout system in Piccadilly Circus, London, England in 1926. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935 by Unknown photographer

An English switchboard operator speaking to America by radio telephone for the first time in 1926
3058458 An English switchboard operator speaking to America by radio telephone for the first time in 1926. From The Story of 25 Eventful Years in Pictures published 1935 by Unknown photographer

General strike in Britain, 1926. Mr Punch thanking members of the British public who kept essential services running
527257 General strike in Britain, 1926. Mr Punch thanking members of the British public who kept essential services running during the strike

GUTIERREZ SOLANA, Jose (1886-1945). The Visit of the Bishop. 1926. (161 x 211 cm). Oil on canvas. SPAIN
CUL4867835 GUTIERREZ SOLANA, Jose (1886-1945). The Visit of the Bishop. 1926. (161 x 211 cm). Oil on canvas. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

Mary of Teck, 1867 - 1953. Queen consort of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Empress of India
2638491 Mary of Teck, 1867 - 1953. Queen consort of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Empress of India, as the wife of King-Emperor George V

Photo Gohren, steamer Putbus with passengers
951538 Photo Gohren, steamer Putbus with passengers by Unknown photographer, (19th-20th century); Private Collection; © Arkivi UG All Rights Reserved.

Chickens and Chicks Feeding, 1926 (oil on canvas)
658320 Chickens and Chicks Feeding, 1926 (oil on canvas) by Hunt, Edgar (1876-1953); 28x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Chickens and Chicks Feeding. Edgar Hunt (1876-1953). Oil on canvas

Night institution (Boite de nuit), 1926 Creator: Sorin, Saveli Abramovich (1878-1953)
Night institution (Boite de nuit), 1926.

Pioggia primaverile (Spring Rain), 1926. Creator: Giacometti, Giovanni (1868-1933)
Pioggia primaverile (Spring Rain), 1926. Private Collection

Bauhaus House, Dessau, 1926. Creator: Anonymous
Bauhaus House, Dessau, 1926. Private Collection

The Harrogate Hydro, spa and hotel in the Yorkshire town of Harrogate with accommodation for 300 guests and the very latests in hydropathic treatments

A pair of Wedgewood mugs commemorating the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
1766850 A pair of Wedgewood mugs commemorating the coronation of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 1953 (ceramic) by Ravilious

Wheel of Fortune on a tarot card
The Wheel of Fortune, as depicted on a tarot card. Date: 1926

Photographs of Eleonore Zugun and investigation with her at the National Laboratory of Psychical Research (September-October 1926)

Yvonne as Astarte, the Goddess of the Moon, Dalys Theatre
Yvonne as Astarte, the Goddess of the Moon, at Dalys Theatre, London. Yvonne was a musical comedy with book and lyrics by Percy Greenbank, and music by Jean Gilbert and Vernon Duke (Dukelsky)

Carl Zeiss Jena Concave Mirror Lens - Searchlights
Carl Zeiss Jena Concave Mirror Lens for large electric headlamps (searchlights) which used these 2m wide parabolic reflectors. Date: 1926

Afternoon dress with formal culottes in black and red satin embroidered with gold, and afternoon coat in blue velvet 1920s women's fashions by Philippe et Gaston

1920s woman in blue crepe dress embroidered with silver birds, pleated skirt, stading in front of a mirror 1920s woman in blue crepe dress embroidered with silver birds, pleated skirt

Fashionable women in cloche hats and fur scarves. Mink scarf with heads and tails 93a, ermine 94, 95, 96, mink 97, moleskin 99, and necktie in beaver and ermine 98

1920s women's fashion from AGB: afternoon dress in red crepe georgette with flowers, and afternoon dress in beige chiffon 1920s women's fashion from AGB

Woman in afternoon dress in Moroccan red embroidered with silver, and woman in ivory crepe dress trimmed with lace 1920s women's fashions

Front cover of The Illustrated London News, 6 February 1926, featuring the gold mask of Egyptian pharoah, Tutankhamen. Date: 1926

Advert for State Express 333 cigarettes, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for shawls from Selfridge s, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Waterloo Underground Station - cross-section 1926
Cross section of Waterloo Overground and Underground Stations - showing the big triple escalator descending to the lower platforms. 1926

The Bride, Pompeian Beauty Powder Art Panel. 1926

Advert, Atwater Kent Model 30 Radio. 1926

Art Metal factory, Jamestown, New York, USA
Aerial view of the Art Metal factory, Jamestown, New York, USA - The Worlds Largest Makers of Steel Office Equipment. Date: 1926

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In the year 1926, the world witnessed a myriad of remarkable events and creations. The renowned composer Puccini left an indelible mark with his final opera, Turandot, captivating audiences with its enchanting melodies. Meanwhile, William Heath Robinson unveiled his ingenious invention, The Kinecar, showcasing his boundless imagination. Germany was abuzz as Essen became a hub for artistic expression through Gelmeroda IX in 1926. This painting by Penrose transported viewers to a realm where colors danced on canvas like never before. In aviation history, Elizabeth Bessie Coleman's untimely demise in 1926 left behind a legacy that inspired countless aspiring pilots. High Row in Darlington County Durham became witness to extraordinary moments when Felix Dzerzhinsky made groundbreaking strides towards revolutionizing law enforcement. Simultaneously, Jessie M King's artistic prowess flourished during this era, leaving her mark on the art world forever. Metro-Land House emerged as an architectural marvel during this time period - an embodiment of modernity and elegance that still stands tall today. And who could forget the infectious tunes of the Ukulele Song from 1926? Its cheerful melody brought joy to hearts around the globe. Amidst all these achievements and milestones stood The Green Coat - a symbol of fashion trends that captivated style enthusiasts worldwide. Additionally, Fritz Lang's iconic film Metropolis took cinemas by storm with its thought-provoking storyline and visually stunning cinematography. As we reflect upon the year 1926, it becomes evident that it was truly a transformative time filled with cultural masterpieces and groundbreaking innovations across various fields – reminding us of humanity's endless potential for creativity and progress.