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C1920 Collection

Step back in time to the 1920s, a decade filled with remarkable moments and unforgettable personalities

Background imageC1920 Collection: Lourdes, France

Lourdes, France
Lourdes: the Basilica and the Crucifix

Background imageC1920 Collection: Tarzan & Gorilla

Tarzan & Gorilla
Tarzan: the untamable

Background imageC1920 Collection: Houdini and Rope C1920

Houdini and Rope C1920
He examines a rope on which his life may depend

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print)
545171 Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: French huntsmen)

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print)
545168 Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print) by French School

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print)
545165 Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print) by French School, (20th century); (add.info.: Shrimping)

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print)
545159 Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print) by French School

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print)
545156 Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print) by French School

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print)
545162 Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d'Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920 (print) by French School

Background imageC1920 Collection: Albert Einstein, c1920 (b/w photo)

Albert Einstein, c1920 (b/w photo)
531438 Albert Einstein, c1920 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageC1920 Collection: Children playing in a park, c. 1920

Children playing in a park, c. 1920
Children playing in a town park. Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: GAMES / OUTDOOR / PARK C1920

GAMES / OUTDOOR / PARK C1920
Children playing in a town park Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: WELL-BEHAVED BOY C1920

WELL-BEHAVED BOY C1920
A well-behaved boy rescues an aged gents hat Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Winds Point, the house in the Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, England, bought by George

Winds Point, the house in the Malvern Hills, Worcestershire, England, bought by George (1839-1922) and Richard (1835-1899) Cadbury, the English Quaker Chocolate manufacturers

Background imageC1920 Collection: Family on Beach / C. 1920

Family on Beach / C. 1920
A family group on the beach: mother, wearing a beret, and father, in a boater, sit on deckchairs while their three small children lie on the sand in bathing costumes Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Tennis Party India C1920

Tennis Party India C1920
A jolly tennis party. Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: New Baby in Family C1920

New Baby in Family C1920
The newest member of the family Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Children Washing C1920

Children Washing C1920
French children getting up, getting washed and dressed. Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Swede Bronze Top C1920

Swede Bronze Top C1920
Bronze-top swede. Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Child on a rocking horse

Child on a rocking horse with a lucky pig strapped on behing. Artist: AJO Date: c1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Phrenology chart, showing presumed areas of activity of the brain. Illustration c1920

Phrenology chart, showing presumed areas of activity of the brain. Illustration c1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Confucius (551-479 BC) Chinese philosopher. Chromolithograph c1920

Confucius (551-479 BC) Chinese philosopher. Chromolithograph c1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Charlemagne (Charles the Great) 747-814, king of the Franks: crowned Christian emperor

Charlemagne (Charles the Great) 747-814, king of the Franks: crowned Christian emperor of the west in St Peter s, Rome on Christmas Day 800. Chromolithograph c1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920. French huntsmen. Horse Hound Woodland Whip Horn

Background imageC1920 Collection: Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920

Cover of catalogue of Manufrance (Manufacture Francaise d Armes et Cycles) Saint Etienne, c1920. Men and boys testing a new shotgun

Background imageC1920 Collection: Union Pacific Railroad steam locomotive pulling a train of Pullman carriages, America, c1920

Union Pacific Railroad steam locomotive pulling a train of Pullman carriages, America, c1920. United States Transport

Background imageC1920 Collection: Tricerotops, a horned dinosaur, held down by Tyrannosaur. Artists reconstruction

Tricerotops, a horned dinosaur, held down by Tyrannosaur. Artists reconstruction of fight between two giant reptiles of the Mesozoic Era (225, 000, 000 -65, 000, 000 years ago) published c1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Silk Merchants - India, c1920. Charles William Bartlett (1860-1940) English painter

Silk Merchants - India, c1920. Charles William Bartlett (1860-1940) English painter and printmaker. Figures in dappled shade of mature trees on terrace beside blue lake, pile of silks being traded

Background imageC1920 Collection: Puplett patent ammonia compressor

Puplett patent ammonia compressor, c.1920 Date: circa 1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Elephant Transport C1920

Elephant Transport C1920
An elephant used for transport, picking its way up some steps at Sanchi, India. Date: 1918

Background imageC1920 Collection: Nancy Astor, c. 1920

Nancy Astor, c. 1920
Photographic portrait of Viscountess Nancy Astor (1879-1964), the British politician, pictured c.1920

Background imageC1920 Collection: Berengaria

Berengaria
Cunard passenger liner Berengaria, formerly the Imperator steam ship. Largest passenger ship in her day

Background imageC1920 Collection: India / Laxmi Vilas C1920

India / Laxmi Vilas C1920
Laxmi Vilas Palace: north-east view

Background imageC1920 Collection: Couple Dancing C. 1920

Couple Dancing C. 1920
A girl kicks up her heel as she dances cheek-to-cheek

Background imageC1920 Collection: Children in Snow C1920

Children in Snow C1920
Children playing in the snow and building a snowman

Background imageC1920 Collection: Girls Friendly Soc C1920

Girls Friendly Soc C1920
The Princess Mary caravan, belonging to the Girls Friendly Society

Background imageC1920 Collection: Tennis Partner C1920

Tennis Partner C1920
MY PARTNER

Background imageC1920 Collection: Haymaking, France C1920

Haymaking, France C1920
Barefoot & in sabots, French farmhands make hay while the sun shines. A little boy bearing a big jug brings a much needed drink to the workers

Background imageC1920 Collection: Harvesting France C1920

Harvesting France C1920
The Harvest: men, women & children set to at harvest time - sharpening scythes, cutting the crop, gathering into stooks & loading the cart - a child picks field poppies


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Step back in time to the 1920s, a decade filled with remarkable moments and unforgettable personalities. In Lourdes, France, pilgrims sought solace and healing at the sacred site, while Tarzan swung through the jungle alongside his loyal gorilla companion. Meanwhile, Houdini captivated audiences with his death-defying escapes using nothing but a simple rope. In another corner of history, Albert Einstein's genius shone brightly in a captivating black-and-white photograph from around 1920. His revolutionary theories would forever change our understanding of the universe. As families flocked to the beach during this era, joyous laughter echoed across sandy shores as children built sandcastles and splashed in the waves. Parks became playgrounds for endless adventures as carefree youngsters played games under sunny skies. Amidst these scenes of merriment and innocence stood well-behaved boys who exemplified respect and discipline even amidst all their youthful energy. Tennis parties brought people together on courts in India, where friendly competition reigned supreme. The arrival of a new baby brought boundless love and excitement into homes worldwide during this period. Siblings eagerly embraced their newest family member while parents marveled at this precious addition to their lives. Not far away, children were taught valuable life skills as they learned responsibility by washing clothes or dishes together—a testament to simpler times when chores were shared among loved ones. Lastly, Swede Bronze Tops spun gracefully atop fingers—tiny treasures that captured hearts with their mesmerizing beauty throughout c1920. These glimpses into an enchanting era remind us that despite its challenges and triumphs alike—whether it be spiritual journeys or daring escapades—the 1920s left an indelible mark on history through its diverse tapestry of experiences that continue to inspire us today.