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1926 Collection (page 95)

In the year 1926, the world witnessed a myriad of remarkable events and creations

Background image1926 Collection: Creation by Poiret - 2

Creation by Poiret - 2
She too is wearing a creation by Paul Poiret

Background image1926 Collection: Autumn Outfits

Autumn Outfits
Two ladies dressed for a shopping expedition in Paris : they are wearing creations by Bernard and Doucet

Background image1926 Collection: Dinner Dresses 1926

Dinner Dresses 1926
Two ladies dressed for dinner in a restaurant, wearing creations by Beer and Bernard respectively

Background image1926 Collection: Ladies at Venice 1926

Ladies at Venice 1926
Three sightseers at Venice wear sporting afternoon creations by Molyneux, Jenny and Brandt

Background image1926 Collection: Outdoor Outfit 1926

Outdoor Outfit 1926
Creation by Philippe et Gaston in crepe satin

Background image1926 Collection: WOMAN OF 1926

WOMAN OF 1926
paleface

Background image1926 Collection: Girls Admiring a Doll

Girls Admiring a Doll
Cover of the Girls Own Annual for 1926, showing two adolescent girls admiring a doll

Background image1926 Collection: Heike Kammerlingh Onnes

Heike Kammerlingh Onnes
HEIKE KAMERLINGH ONNES Dutch physicist

Background image1926 Collection: Maykemper Road-Air Idea

Maykemper Road-Air Idea
German designer Maykemper proposes this handy plane which can be driven on roads, or this automobile which can take to the air

Background image1926 Collection: Rhubarb Lady 1926

Rhubarb Lady 1926
A young woman with a bunch of rhubarb under her arm and more in her basket

Background image1926 Collection: Hurricane, Miami

Hurricane, Miami
Miami, Florida, is devastated

Background image1926 Collection: Stencilling a Frieze

Stencilling a Frieze
Mama decorates the room by stencilling a frieze round the walls, while daughter holds the paint pot

Background image1926 Collection: Seance Device

Seance Device
Four spiritualists try a new method of communicating with the spirits, using a metal plate and electrical controls in a way I don t pretend to understand (text in Swedish)

Background image1926 Collection: Tutankhamen Sarcophagus

Tutankhamen Sarcophagus
The multiple layers of the Tutankhamen sarcophagus

Background image1926 Collection: Kamala Walking

Kamala Walking
MIDNAPORE, INDIA Kamala, five years after living with wolves 1912-1920, sometimes walks on her two legs [photo double-exposed]

Background image1926 Collection: Dr Diocles X-Ray / 1926

Dr Diocles X-Ray / 1926
Dr Diocles radio stereoscope presents 3-D image of the subject

Background image1926 Collection: Well Wrapped Girl

Well Wrapped Girl
This little Norwegian girl is well wrapped up against the cold

Background image1926 Collection: Jean Perrin / Nobel 1926

Jean Perrin / Nobel 1926
JEAN PERRIN French physicist

Background image1926 Collection: Girl Carries Presents

Girl Carries Presents
A girl in a festive hat carries an armful of presents

Background image1926 Collection: Just a Tree

Just a Tree
Archetypal Christmas Tree

Background image1926 Collection: Cabaret in London / 1926

Cabaret in London / 1926
A Cabaret Show in the West End of London - So this is Life !

Background image1926 Collection: China / Shanghai 1926

China / Shanghai 1926
International concessions

Background image1926 Collection: Edwin Abbott

Edwin Abbott
EDWIN ABBOTT Teacher Author of Flatland



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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.