Bowler Hats Collection (page 2)

Benning Races - August Belmont And Mrs. Donald Cameron, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Benning Races - August Belmont And Mrs. Donald Cameron, 1912. [Benning Race Track in Washington, D.C. opened in 1890. Businessman and financier August Belmont; Elizabeth Sherman

D. Helm, Right, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. D. Helm, Right, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
D. Helm, Right, 1911. [Also known as D.W. Helm]

Easter Crowds; St. John's, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Easter Crowds; St. John's, 1911
Easter Crowds; St. John's, [Washington DC], 1911. [People crowd the pavement for Easter service at St. John's Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square

Columbus Memorial Construction, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Columbus Memorial Construction, 1912
Columbus Memorial Construction, 1912. [Carving of the world globe section of the Columbus Fountain, also known as the Columbus Memorial

Boy Scouts - Visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell To DC Reviewing Parade: All Or Some of Foregoing
Boy Scouts - Visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell To [Washington] D.C. Reviewing Parade: All Or Some of Foregoing, 1911. [US Army officer and aide Major Archibald Butt (in cap)

Founder of Boy Scouts Sir Robert Baden-Powell, William H. Taft, Archibald Willingham Butt, 1911. [US Army officer and aide Major Archibald Butt; British founder of the Boy Scouts movement Robert

Curtiss Airplane, Tests of Curtiss Plane For Army - Japanese Watching Tests... 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Curtiss Airplane, Tests of Curtiss Plane For Army - Japanese Watching Tests: Comdr. Saito; Unidentified; Comdr. Tokutaro Hiroga; Col. K. Inouyo, 1912. Early aviation, USA

Baden-Powell Visit, [Washington, DC], 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Baden-Powell Visit, [Washington, DC], 1911
Baden-Powell Visit, [Washington, DC], 1911. [British founder of the Boy Scouts movement Robert Baden-Powell; US Army officer

Boy Scouts - Visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell To DC, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Boy Scouts - Visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell To [Washington] DC, 1911. [British founder of the Boy Scouts movement Robert Baden-Powell; US Army officer

Boy Scouts - Visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell To D.C. Reviewing Parade... 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Boy Scouts - Visit of Sir Robert Baden-Powell To [Washington] D.C. Reviewing Parade: Baden-Powell; Maj. Butt, Rear; President Taft; Bryce; Livingstone, 1911

District of Columbia Public Schools - Secretary of War Dickinison Presenting Banner To... 1911
District of Columbia Public Schools - Secretary of War Dickinison [sic] Presenting Banner To Winning Cadets. General Tasker Bliss, Left; James F. Oyster, Supt. Right, 1911

District of Columbia Public Schools - Secretary of War Dickinison Presenting Banner To... 1911
District of Columbia Public Schools - Secretary of War Dickinison [sic] Presenting Banner To Winning Cadets. General Tasker Bliss, Left; James F. Oyster, Supt. Right, 1911

Skating Party, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Skating Party, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Skating Party, 1912. [Official in uniform with an axe, group of men with poles]

Mrs. Arthur Lewis Skating, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Arthur Lewis Skating, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Mrs. Arthur Lewis Skating, 1912

Baseball - Professional, Front: Sec. Garrison; Daniels; C.L. Berryman. Rear: James M. Baker, Secretary of The Senate; Sen. Culberson; Vice President Marshall, 1913

Herbert Spencer Hadley, Governor of Missouri, Right, with Gov. Morris of Montana, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Herbert Spencer Hadley, Governor of Missouri, Right, with Gov. Morris [sic] of Montana, 1912. [US politicians: Herbert S. Hadley, Governor 1909-1913; Edwin L. (Lee) Norris, Governor 1908-1913]

John A. Dix, Governor of New York, Right, with Sulzer, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. John A
John A. Dix, Governor of New York, Right, with Sulzer, 1912. [US politicians: lawyer William Sulzer, 39th Governor of New York; John Alden Dix, 38th Governor of New York, 1910-1912]

John A. Dix, Governor of New York, with His Successor, Sulzer, and Governor Tener...1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John A. Dix, Governor of New York, with His Successor, [William] Sulzer, and Governor Tener of Pennsylvania, 1912. [US politicians left to right: lawyer William Sulzer

John A. Dix, Governor of New York, with His Successor, Sulzer, and Governor Tener...1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
John A. Dix, Governor of New York, with His Successor, [William] Sulzer, and Governor Tener of Pennsylvania, 1912. [US politicians left to right: lawyer William Sulzer

Pan American Mass - Thanksgiving Day At St. Patrick's. Mons. Dougherty; Dr. Burns; Cardinal Gibbons; Mons. Kerby, 1912. [Roman Catholic service held at St

Pan American Mass. - Thanksgiving Day At St. Patrick's. Choir, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Pan American Mass
Pan American Mass. - Thanksgiving Day At St. Patrick's. Choir, 1912. [Roman Catholic service held at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Washington, D.C.]

Alfred Gaither Allen, Rep. from Ohio, with Rep. Nick Longworth, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Alfred Gaither Allen, Rep. from Ohio, with Rep. Nick Longworth, 1912. [US politicians Alfred G. Allen, Representative 1911-1917, and Nicholas Longworth, Speaker of the House of Representatives]

Charles Lafayette Bartlett, Joseph Eugene Ransdell, Sparkman, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Charles Lafayette Bartlett, Joseph Eugene Ransdell, [Stephen M.] Sparkman, 1911. [US politicians: Charles Lafayette Bartlett of Georgia; Stephen Milancthon Sparkman of Florida; Joseph E

Charles Lafayette Bartlett, Joseph Eugene Ransdell, Sparkman, 1911. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Charles Lafayette Bartlett, Joseph Eugene Ransdell, [Stephen M.] Sparkman, 1911. [US politicians: Charles Lafayette Bartlett of Georgia; Stephen Milancthon Sparkman of Florida; Joseph E

Saint Bernard puppy, wearing a black hat

Laurel and Hardy were a comedy duo act during the early Classical Hollywood era of American cinema. The team was composed of Englishman Stan Laurel (1890_1965) and American Oliver Hardy (1892_1957)

James Fox English actor with Ingrid Lacey and Nathaniel Parker from the television series Never Come Back. November 1989

Chelsea FC 1930-1. l-r Andy Wilson, Hughie Gallacher and Jackie Crawford. DM17822A. 1st February 1931 Wee Hughie a Chelsea star

Stockbrokers and stock jobbers seen here outside the London Stock Exchange before the begining of Trading. October 1963

Can Can Dancers, Lostwithiel, Cornwall. March 1990
An evening of song and dance held in Lostwithiel church hall culminated in a Folies Bergere routine by St Mabyn Young Farmers

St. Patricks Day Parade on Fifth Avenue, New York, 1909 (b / w photo)
5055781 St. Patricks Day Parade on Fifth Avenue, New York, 1909 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection

Unidentified sewer workers pose above ground, New York, c. 1911 (b / w photo)
1078798 Unidentified sewer workers pose above ground, New York, c.1911 (b/w photo) by Hassler, William Davis (1877-1921); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Father tries the Lockstep (b / w photo)
3102763 Father tries the Lockstep (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father tries the Lockstep)

Little boy in a bowler hat (colour photo)
3094417 Little boy in a bowler hat (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Little boy in a bowler hat)

Inspecting Art, 1888
HGM78246 Inspecting Art, 1888 by Arntzenius, Floris (1864-1925); 33.3x47.8 cm; Haags Gemeentemuseum, The Hague, Netherlands; eKunstmuseum den Haag; Dutch, out of copyright

The King of Italy, Victor Emmanuel III, visiting London Zoo in 1924 (b / w photo)
2967825 The King of Italy, Victor Emmanuel III, visiting London Zoo in 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Man raising money with a pulley (colour litho)
3093974 Man raising money with a pulley (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man raising money with a pulley)

In Throgmorton Street beside the North wall of the London Stock Exchange (sepia photo)
STC347504 In Throgmorton Street beside the North wall of the London Stock Exchange (sepia photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English

Exhibit of the Simen Automatic Signal System at the Museum of Safety Appliances of
MNY380921 Exhibit of the Simen Automatic Signal System at the Museum of Safety Appliances of the American Institute of Social Service, New York

Lobby and registration desk at the Hoffman House hotel, 1907 (silver gelatin print)
MNY380648 Lobby and registration desk at the Hoffman House hotel, 1907 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 27.9x35.6 cm; Museum of the City of New York

A Group of British Army Officers, c. 1870s (b / w photo)
495398 A Group of British Army Officers, c.1870s (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A group of British Army Officers, probably in India.); English

View of the yacht "Coronet"of the New York Yacht, Launch & Engine Co
MNY380989 View of the yacht " Coronet" of the New York Yacht, Launch & Engine Co. on the Harlem River, New York

Exhibit of firstaid equipment by the Pennsylvania Railroad Co
MNY380920 Exhibit of firstaid equipment by the Pennsylvania Railroad Co. at the Museum of Safety Appliances of the American Institute of Social Service, New York

Commuters at Rayners Park await the next train to Waterloo. November 1938

The Vaux Brewery, Sunderland. A slight anachronism these days to see a stage coach with four specially bred coach horses going through the streets

Sammy Davis Jnr, performs in England, for executives and their partners of Datunss UK Operation. Sammy Davis performed three billiant routines to standing ovations

Recruiting soldiers at the Angel Picture Theatre. The 4th London Royal Fusiliers have arranged to have " The Life of a Soldier" film shown on the screen at the Angel cinema

Horatio Bottomley, journalist, newspaper proprietor, populist politician seen here speaking at a recruitment rally on the steps of the Royal Exchange in the city of London 24th September 1915

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"Bowler Hats: A Timeless Fashion Statement and Iconic Symbol" they have stood the test of time, transcending generations and cultures. From their appearances in classic films like "Beau Hunks" (1931) featuring Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, to "Swiss Miss" (1938), where Laurel & Hardy showcased their comedic genius, these hats became synonymous with style. But it wasn't just Hollywood that embraced the bowler hat's charm. In a small seaside town on the English coast called Saltburn by the Sea, a group of fishermen donned these iconic headpieces as they set sail into the vast ocean, adding an air of sophistication to their rugged profession. Even Lord Ninian Stuart couldn't resist its allure as he watched a football match between Cardiff City. Puffing on his cigarette, he effortlessly merged elegance with sportiness while sporting this timeless accessory. The bowler hat's influence extended beyond humans; even adorable Saint Bernard puppies were seen wearing miniature versions of these black hats. It was undeniable proof that this fashion statement knew no bounds. In early 1900s Cornwall, at places like Cattle Market in Castle Hill or during vibrant events like Can Can Dancers' performances in Lostwithiel, locals proudly showcased their individuality through bowler hats. These head-turning moments captured both tradition and modernity colliding harmoniously. Laurel and Hardy epitomized comedy during Hollywood's golden age. Their impeccable comic timing paired perfectly with their signature bowler hats - an inseparable part of their iconic personas. Across the Atlantic Ocean in New York City, St. Patrick's Day Parade on Fifth Avenue witnessed thousands adorning bowlers as they celebrated Irish heritage amidst a sea of green attire back in 1909 – forever etching this accessory into history books. Not limited to celebratory occasions alone, unidentified sewer workers posed above ground for a photograph around 1911, proudly wearing their bowler hats.