Conveniences Collection

His and Hers outhouses, Florida, USA
His and Hers outhouses labelled Ma and Pa, somewhere in Florida, USA. Date: 1930s

Canberra: The First Class Lounge
Colour illustration depicting the First Class Lounge of Canberra, P&Os super-liner. The ship set off on her maiden voyage to Sydney, Australia in June 1961

Workmen finishing the roof of the public toilets on Lemon Bridge at the bottom of Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall
The drainage from the toilets at that time, and for some years after, was straight into the River Kenwyn flowing underneath the building

Two Minds With But A Single Thought (colour litho)
3641572 Two Minds With But A Single Thought (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Minds With But A Single Thought)

Electric railway in the dining room (engraving)
669447 Electric railway in the dining room (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Electric railway in the dining room)

Feather Market, Cape Town (b / w photo)
3092403 Feather Market, Cape Town (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Feather Market, Cape Town)

Ground Plan of Wild court in its Present State (engraving)
5204481 Ground Plan of Wild court in its Present State (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ground Plan of Wild court in its Present State)

A Gentleman and a Lady descend into a public convenience
A Gentleman and a Lady descend elegantly into their respective public conveniences Date: circa 1905

The Old Gaol, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire
Buckinghams castle-like town prison was erected in 1748. It was closed following the nationalisation of the prison system in 1877

Small dog alerts his mistress to her impending error
Where are you going my pretty maid? - A small dog alerts his mistress to her impending error of choosing the wrong entrance to the public lavatories... Date: circa 1910s

Governor / Scarborough Spa
The self-styled governor of Scarborough Spa (Spaw), Dicky Dickinson, who built a spaw house in 1700. The springs and original buildings were buried by a landslide in 1737 Date: 18th century

Rest Room, Grundys Redwood Terraces, California, USA
He and She Rest Room, Grundys Redwood Terraces, Redwood Highway, California, USA. Date: late 1930s

Two men with Austin car
Two men with an Austin car, parked at the roadside under a signpost in Brecon, Wales

Urinal with a pretty tiled blue wall

Composting toilet Skomer Island Pembrokeshire West Wales UK
MAB-990 Composting toilet Skomer Island Pembrokeshire West Wales UK Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

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"Conveniences: A Journey Through Time and Space" His and Hers outhouses, Florida, USA: In a world of separate spaces, even the humble outhouse had its own gender divisions. Canberra: The First Class Lounge: Step into luxury as you enter the public toilets in Canberra, where every visit feels like first-class treatment. Workmen finishing the roof of the public toilets on Lemon Bridge at the bottom of Lemon Street, Truro, Cornwall. The toilets opened in September 1925: Witnessing history being built one tile at a time - these iconic public they have stood the test of time. Two Minds With But A Single Thought (colour litho): Sometimes it takes two to decide which convenience to choose - an amusing portrayal of decision-making struggles. Electric railway in the dining room (engraving): Imagine enjoying your meal while an electric railway whizzes by - talk about unconventional conveniences. Feather Market, Cape Town (b/w photo): Amidst bustling markets and busy streets lies a hidden gem - a place for respite and relief amidst chaos. Ground Plan of Wild court in its Present State (engraving): Explore this intricate plan showcasing how even centuries-old buildings prioritized providing convenient facilities for all. A Gentleman and a Lady descend into a public convenience: An elegant depiction reminding us that nature's call is universal regardless of social status or gender. Small dog alerts his mistress to her impending error: Even our furry friends understand when we're headed towards inconvenience rather than comfort - they've got our backs. Governor/Scarborough Spa: From governors to everyday visitors seeking relaxation, everyone deserves access to comfortable amenities while enjoying Scarborough's famous spa experience. Rest Room, Grundys Redwood Terraces, California, USA: Nestled among towering redwoods lies an oasis of tranquility, inviting weary travelers to rest and rejuvenate.