Aug20 Collection

Advertisement for Moores Maltine Vinegar from the Midland Vinegar Company, available in five gallon sealed barrels direct from the brewery and ideal for pickling, salads and as a table condiment

Sonia Hodgson, friend of Princess Elizabeth
Sonia Hodgson, daughter of the doctor to the Duke and Duchess of York, returning home after playing with Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) with whom she was friends. Date: 1932

Bill-posting in London - Cheretss posters
Side of a London building plastered in posters in 1893. Central are posters for Geraudels pastilles, designed by the great French posterist, Jules Cheret

Dalai Lama addressing a huge crowd in Tibet, 1956
Where insurrection and deep anti-Chinese unrest are reported: Tibet - a photograph showing the Dalai Lama addressing a huge religious gathering at the Jokhang Temple in the capital, Lhasa. Date: 1956

Tower Bridge - the High Road and the Low Road
The High Road and the Low Road: a striking view of the Tower Bridge and its useless superway. The high level footway of Tower Bridge, London

The Orientalism of the European Woman, 1913
The Orientalism of the European Woman: Ladies of the West Adopt the Yashmak-Veil just as the Ladies of the East are abandoning it

Phyllis Court, a so-called riverside country club at Henley, with views over the river Thames and a grandstand for watching the rowing. Date: c.1920

Six delightful young ladies - actually men dressed up as women. They do look rather fetching though. Date: 1920s

Two women pose for their photograph in a bakers shop. Date: c. 1953
Two women pose for their photograph in a bakers shop. Date: c.1953

A smiling young woman in a headscarf and apron washing up or preparing food in a kitchen or scullery. Tea towels hang from the airer above, assorted ladles and pans are close to hand

Delightful colour photograph of two little girls, possibly sisters, seated together. Date: c.1950

Lady Dorothy Mills in costume for the Three Arts Ball
Lady Dorothy Mills, explorer and author, daughter of the Earl of Orford and wife of Captain Arthur Mills, photographed by Madame Yevonde for the cover of The Sketch in her costume for the Three Arts

Advertisement for Helena Rubinstein beauty. Date: 1930

Advertisement for Elizabeth Arden claiming to turn an appearance gone to pieces into loveliness. Date: 1939

A public recreation ground for children built on the site of Marshalsea Prison, opened by Lord Monkswell on 25 January 1902 and named after Charles Dickenss heroine, Little Dorritt

Alf Prince, bookmaker - stand at Epsom racecourse. Date: 1937

Jin Chuen, in the Salee River where the treated was signed with Admiral G. O. Willes. Date: 1882

Double page spread from The Tatler, reporting on Captain Neil MacEacheans novel party held at Brook Street, where well-knowns dressed up as living celebrities

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"Aug20: A Glimpse into the Past through Captivating Moments" Step back in time and explore a captivating collection of moments that shaped history. From an advertisement for Moores Maltine Vinegar, crafted by the renowned Midland Vinegar Company, to Sonia Hodgson, a close friend of Princess Elizabeth, these hints offer a window into diverse narratives. Witness the Dalai Lama addressing an immense crowd in Tibet during 1956; his words resonating with wisdom and compassion. Tower Bridge stands tall as it connects both the High Road and the Low Road, symbolizing unity amidst diversity. Travel further back to 1913 when European women embraced Orientalism; their attire reflecting cultural curiosity. Phyllis Court at Henley emerges as a riverside country club where elegance meets leisurely pursuits. Surprises await as six delightful young ladies turn out to be men dressed up as women - challenging societal norms with humor and grace. In another snapshot from c. 1953, two women strike a pose inside a bustling bakers shop, capturing everyday life's charm. A smiling young woman adorned in a headscarf and apron reminds us of simpler times spent washing up or preparing food in cozy kitchens. Delightful colors fill our vision when we encounter two little girls seated together; perhaps sisters sharing secrets and dreams. Lady Dorothy Mills dazzles us with her costume for the Three Arts Ball - embodying creativity and sophistication during this enchanting event held years ago. Lastly, an advertisement for Helena Rubinstein beauty products from 1930 transports us to an era where glamour was celebrated. Aug20 encapsulates stories that transcend time - each hint offering glimpses into different aspects of human experience throughout history. Join us on this journey through captivating photographs that capture moments forever etched in our collective memory.