Double Collection

Barton Bridge and chimneys of Barton Power Station, Eccles
Barton Bridge, with the twin chimneys of the long-demolished Barton Power Station in Eccles, Manchester. Date: 1970s

The Kinecar by William Heath Robinson
Double page illustration by William Heath Robinson (1872-1944) showing a well-equipped omnibus transporting passengers while they watch a film

Bridges on the Tyne
The handsome bridges connecting Gateshead and Newcastle-upon-Tyne. The Great Tyne Bridge arches over Stephensons High Level Bridge, a double-decker built in 1846

MOTOR BUS
A classic double-decker of the London General Omnibus Company on the 11 route which still links Liverpool Street with Victoria via Charing Cross

A Motor Bus during the London Season, 1914 by Matania
" Passengers out first, please" - the omnipresent motor-bus. Passengers alight from a London bus, ready to sample the delights of the city at the height of the 1914 Season. Date: 1914

The Salisbury Hotel pub, Green Lanes, Harringay, London
The Salisbury Hotel, a Grade II listed pub on Grand Parade - at the junction of St. Anns Road / Green Lanes, Harringay, London - built by the prolific Scottish builder J C Hill

Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp radials

Napoleonic Wars. Cuirassier. French Army. Heavy cavalry. Engraving. 1806

Various musical instruments

Coronation Procession, 1953
Double page spread artists impression of the Coronation procession of Queen Elizabeth II showing the various military and ceremonial representatives of the UK and Commonwealth

DNA molecule, computer artwork. DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is composed of two strands twisted into a double helix. Each strand consists of a sugar-phosphate backbone attached to nucleotide bases

Patent double action grinder for asbestos by Heath Robinson
A patent double-action grinder for mashing asbestos fibre - a drawing done for Turners Asbestos Cement Co by William Heath Robinson, renowned for his machines and convoluted contraptions. Date: c.1925

World War I (1914-1918). German poster inviting people to join the war loan. It was done by Maximilian Lenz (1860-1948)

Harlequin and Columbine, with orchestra
Harlequin and Columbine dancing on a stage, with an orchestra in the pit. 20th century

DNA molecule. Computer artwork of a molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) with the chemical formulas of its components. DNA is composed of two sugar-phosphate backbones (blue)

The old and new forms of Accringtons Trams - the older steam tramcar from 1886 (top) dubbed the Baltic Fleet and (below) the new modern electric car - the Flying Squadron ! Date: 1907

Diplodocus
Weighing around 20 tonnes & reaching up to 26 metres in length Diplodocus is one of the longest-known dinosaurs. It lived 155 to 145 million years ago during the Upper Jurassic

Double rainbow over a lake surrounded by trees

19th Century Ploughs
Kentish turn-wrest plough Old Norfolk plough Rotheram plough Paring plough Lord Somervilles double plough

DRUNK MONK
A portly monk with a moustache smiles to himself as he prepares to drink a glass of wine or a similar tipple

Margate Pier - Jessie Wildon and her Bijou Orchestra
Margate Pier - Jessie Wildon (Mrs Fred Wildon - pictured on left with cello) and her Bijou Orchestra - a musical quintet. The Wildon family ran orchestras of various types during the summer in

Stuart Knussen, bass-player in the English Chamber Orchestra, probably during the Aldeburgh Festival of 1961 Date: 1961

Champion Spark Plugs
A tin sign advertising Champion double ribbed spark plugs. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Captain Charles Upham
Portrait of double VC winner, Captain Charles Upham (). Born in New Zealand, Upham was a sheep farmer who distinguished himself during World War Two on two occasions

A Madame Yevonde portrait of Baba Beaton
Miss Baba Beaton is the younger of the two beautiful and attractive Beaton girls. They are among the most popular of the blonde ex-debs, and no party is complete without them

Lady and Blossom 1925
A girl, wearing a straw cloche hat with a two colour double brim and ornamented with a broad hatband and ribbon bow, smells some apple blossom

Selby Abbey 1950S
The West Front of Selby Abbey, Yorkshire, England, a mixture of Norman, Gothic and Victorian architecture. Note the double decker bus, Selby to Doncaster, via Askern. Date: founded 1069

Caerlaverock Castle, Dumfriessshire, Scotland, a fine example of early 15th century military architecture, triangular in shape, with a double moat, drum towers, etc

Chicago World Fair - Sky Ride
Chicago World Fair - The Sky Ride Date: 1933

DNA molecule, artwork
DNA molecule. Computer artwork of a double stranded DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) molecule amongst clouds of swirling gas. DNA is composed of two strands twisted into a double helix

HENRI DE TOULOUSE-LAUTREC (1865-1901). French painter. A photographic double portrait with Toulouse-Lautrec posing as model as well as painter

Motor Bus London 1903
A Motor Bus causes considerable interest on a London Street. Bus owners faced the competition posed by the electrification of the tramways with motor buses

Bungay Corn Cross 1810
The corn cross from the village of Bungay, on the Suffolk/Norfolk border, and the plan of a double punt. Heraldic medallions(coins) from the 17th century surround the illustration of the cross

Wrigleys Chewing Gum Ad
Wrigleys Double Mint chewing gum advertised as a beauty aid

Evening Dresses / Worth
Sensually draped dresses with narrow beaded straps, square necklines & detailing over one hip - some with double or triple skirts, uneven hemlines & trains. N.B feather fans

Swinging Fashions C. 1810
White robes: sleeves with a double puff, scalloped hem & worn with boots, a net cap & a fringed shawl tied at the back or with vandyked hem & pantelettes

Male Riding Dress 1813
Double-breasted cut-away coat worn open to reveal a white waistcoat with stand collar, shirt frill & white stock, leather breeches with falls, top boots, spurs & top hat

Continental Boat Express
The (rear of) the double-headed Continental Boat Express train at Folkestone, Kent, England, the Southern terminal for the short sea route to Boulogne and Calais, France

Monk and Mug
A monk with a double chin drinking a mug of beer!

Minnie Duncan music hall coster act
Minnie Duncan of the music hall double act Duncan and Godfrey (Arthur Godfrey). Wearing coster costume of long black skirt with full-length white apron, shawl and large hat with ostrich feathers

Arthur Godfrey music hall coster act
Arthur Godfrey of the music hall coster double act Duncan and Godfrey with Minnie Duncan. Wearing coster costume of suit with long jacket and bell bottomed trousers trimmed with pearly buttons

Female contortionist Diana Gaye playing records
The female contortionist Diana Gaye in the sitting room, putting a record on the record player, with an array of the latest LP covers on display. Date: 1971

Uprising against the Ottoman Empire. Memorial wall dedicated to Pepe George Kastrioti Skanderbeg (1405A?i?1468). National hero and a key figure of the Albanian National Awakening Battle scene

Woman police officer in Hartnell uniform, London
Woman police officer (Margaret Miles) in a London street, wearing the new style Norman Hartnell uniform, introduced in 1968. Date: circa late 1960s

Men in Ulster coats from the 1920s.. Men in double-breasted Ulster coats, with hats, gloves, canes and spats, in a snow scene

Double coconut palm tree, Seychelles-Island cocoa-nut, Lodoicea sechellarum, female and male.. Illustration by WJ Hooker, engraved by Swan

Britains Brabazon I passenger aircraft by G. H. Davis
A Leviathan of the skies: Britains Brabazon I airliner, designed to carry 72 long-distance passengers. A mammoth aerial express able to cover the England-Australia route in 48 hours

Snowdrop (Galanthus Titania )
Snowdrop flowers (Galanthus Titania )

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"Double the Fun: Exploring Contrasting Worlds Through Art, History, and Inventions" Step into a world of whimsical imagination with "The Kinecar by William Heath Robinson, " where a fantastical contraption takes you on a double journey through time and space. Travel back to the Napoleonic Wars as you witness the sheer power and grandeur of the French Army's heavy cavalry, known as Cuirassiers. Marvel at their double strength and unwavering determination in battle. Experience the hustle and bustle of London during its vibrant season in 1914 with "A Motor Bus during the London Season. " Double-decker buses fill the streets, transporting eager passengers to various destinations while offering a unique view from above. Cross over iconic bridges on the Tyne River, connecting two sides of bustling cities. These architectural marvels symbolize unity and serve as physical representations of how they can bridge gaps between communities. Hop aboard a MOTOR BUS at The Salisbury Hotel pub in Green Lanes, Harringay, London. Witness firsthand how this modern mode of transportation revolutionized urban mobility by doubling efficiency and convenience for commuters. Relive history with glimpses from Queen Elizabeth II's Coronation Procession in 1953. Witness her majesty's royal carriage accompanied by an entourage that doubles as both protection and spectacle for all to admire. Immerse yourself in melodies created by various musical instruments playing harmoniously together. Experience how each instrument adds its own unique voice to create beautiful symphonies - truly showcasing that sometimes it takes doubles to create something extraordinary. Delight in Harlequin and Columbine's enchanting dance routine accompanied by an orchestra. Their synchronized movements demonstrate perfect coordination - proving that partnerships are often stronger when doubled up. Feel nostalgia wash over you as Jessie Wildon leads her Bijou Orchestra on Margate Pier. The soothing sounds transport listeners back to simpler times when live music doubled as a source of joy and entertainment for all.