Drop Collection

Candide Thovex out of nowhere into nowhere
Tristan Shu

Gliders ready for Operation Market Garden Second World War
Photograph showing gliders and men of the Allied Airborne Army, on an airfield somewhere in Britain, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan

Flapper on Bonnet 1927
A girl on a bonnet: wears a skimpy sleeveless white drop waist dress hitched up to expose her thighs, T-bar shoes, a cloche hat & a scarf a la Isadora Duncan

Hampstead & Highgate Express sign in Hampstead, London, next to a street lamp, left of picture. The building is on Perrin?s Court Hampstead NW3

British First Airborne dug in at Arnhem; Second World War, 1
Photograph showing a unit of the British First Airborne Division, in shallow trenches along a road side near Arnhem, September 1944

Consequences, illustration by William Heath Robinson
Consequences -- How the thoughtlessness of a butterfly seriously affected a bishops corn, illustration by William Heath Robinson. Credit must appear as: Courtesy of Mrs J. C

Soldier of the British First Airborne in action in Arnhem; S
Photograph showing a soldier of the British First Airborne Division firing his Sten gun at Germans near Arnhem, Holland, September 1944

Sunset over the magnificent Victoria Falls. The Falls are more than a mile wide and are one of the worlds greatest natural wonders

Dolly of the Chop House
Wily owner of the chop house in Queen s-head-passage, London, Dollys fame was such that she is remembered in print. Here she pours herself a medicinal drop of something

Choirbook number 9. Gregorian chant. 15th. century. Virgin a
Choirbook number 9. Gregorian chant. 15th. century. Antiphonary By Master of Burgo de Osma. Parchment. Virgin and Child. Miniature. Drop cap. Spain

Drop of blood on a finger. This could have been drawn to test for a patients blood grouping or to sample the blood for its level of sugar, which is important for diabetics to monitor

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) after a rain shower. Photographed in Dorset, UK, in February

Rose - with raindrops
ME-2173 Rose - with raindrops Johan De Meester Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

W. Heath Robinson
Cartoon, To the Last Drop. A justly incensed spouse shouts, Good Heavens, hes got the thermos as her husband falls over a cliff

Major-General R. E. Urquhart in Arnhem; Second World War, 194
Photograph showing Major-General R.E. Urquhart, Commander of the British First Airborne Division, standing outside his headquarters near Arnhem, the Hartenstein Hotel, September 1944

Ripple on Water - With reflection of clouds
CAN-3283 Ripple on Water - With reflection of clouds John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Raindrops on leaves of a water lily Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany
SAS-231 Raindrops on leaves of a water lily Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Cyclops Works, forging files, 1918
Cammell Laird and Co. Ltd. (1903) evolved from: Johnson, Cammell and Co. (1837), later Charles Cammell and Co Ltd (1864) ammalgamating with Laird Brothers of Birkenhead

Allied Airborne Army Parachutes in Holland; Second World War
Aerial photograph showing parachutes of the Allied Airborne Army floating down to earth and discarded ones, after landing, in Holland, September 1944

Picture No. 11071261
Evening Primrose / Evening Star / Sun Drop - Northumberland, UK. Date:

The Faithful Heart by George Studdy
A little dog with mournful eyes, obviously alarmed at his owners sea bathing antics, paddles as far as he can into the water holding her dress

British Sentry keeping watch on Nijmegen Bridge; Second Worl
Photograph showing aan Irish Guardsman keeping watch on the Bridge at Nijmegen, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan devised by

British First Airborne Troops march towards Arnhem; Second W
Photograph showing men of the British First Airborne Division marching into Arnhem with their guns and equipment, after landing outside the town, September 1944

Water droplet - On bryony tendrill Bedfordshire UK 064
BB-825 Water droplet - On bryony tendrill UK Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Ripple on Water - With reflection of clouds
CAN-3284 Ripple on Water - With reflection of clouds John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Spiderweb covered with dew, Glacier National Park, Montana, United States of America, North America

British airman dropping a bomb by hand, WW1
A British airman dropping a bomb by hand, in midair, during the First World War. The message on the bomb reads: Hun, Bulgar, Share This Ration. Date: 1914-1918

USA, Washington State, Spokane. Red wine poured into wine glass creates perfect round drop

CHOPIN: PRELUDE, c1838. Autograph manuscript of Frederic Chopins Prelude No. 15 in D-flat Major, known as the Raindrop prelude (Op. 28, No. 15), c1838

Choirbook number 3. Gregorian chant. 15th. century. Coronati
Choirbook number 3. Gregorian chant. 15th. century. Antiphonary By Master of Burgo de Osma. Parchment. Coronation of the Virgin surrounded by Saints and Bishops. Miniature. Letter U. Spain

Water ripples and droplet
JD-16867 WATER droplets - falling into water John Daniels Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Airborne#4 In The Air
Martin Van Hoecke

One drop shows as red wine is poured into glass

Fox Hunting party, Newlands, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria
A spectacular real photographic postcard showing a Fox Hunting party at Newlands, Keswick, Lake District, Cumbria, standing on the edge of a dramatic valley. Date: circa 1920s

Woman in lavish clothing 1925
An elegant young woman wearing a full length fastened dress to the front, matching turban with jade stone to the centre and jade and pearl necklace and drop earrings

Wet rubber leaf
Wet rubber plant leaf on a white background in studio

NEW ZEALAND, c1920. The drop scene on the Wanganui River in New Zealand. Photograph, c1920

Tunnel Pump
1837: Pumps draining the Kilsby Tunnel of quick sand during construction of the London - Birmingham Railway. Original Artwork: Lithograph by J C Bourne after a drawing by the same

Men of the British First Airborne Division in a glider; Seco
Photograph showing a unit of the British First Airborne Division in a glider on the way to Arnhem, September 1944. On 17th September 1944 Operation Market Garden was put into action; a bold plan

British First Airborne Troops using a mortar, Arnhem; Second
Photograph showing men of the British First Airborne Division using a 3-inch mortar in one of the woods surrounding Arnhem, in Holland, September 1944

Firestorm (colour litho)
2778617 Firestorm (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Firestorm. Teams of Axis airplanes swoop down on the English motorized columns that attack in)

A Days Golfing, by a Canine Enthusiast (engraving)
1062379 A Days Golfing, by a Canine Enthusiast (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Days Golfing, by a Canine Enthusiast)

Choirbook number 7. Gregorian chant. 15th. century. The Visi
Choirbook number 7. Gregorian chant. 15th. century. Antiphonary By Master of Burgo de Osma. Parchment. The Visitation of Mary to her cousin Elizabeth. Drop cap D. Miniature. Spain

Lotus flower [Nelumbo speciosum] in full bloom. Mantova / Mantua, Italy
Lotus flower [Nelumbo speciosum] in full bloom. Mantova/Mantua, Italy

Victor Stiebel / Twenties
Design by Victor Stiebel (1907-1976) for an elegant evening or cocktail dress in royal blue with embellished assymetric hem and drop-waist. Shoes & jewellery match dress

Dewdrops gathering on leaf Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany
SAS-291 Dewdrops - gathering on leaf Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Rain Drops on Rose Leaf
FEU-407 Rain Drops on Rose Leaf Geoff du Feu Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Spider Web - reflection of water drops against the sun, autumn, Lower Saxony, Germany
USH-2396 Spider Web - Reflection of water drops against the sun, autumn, Lower Saxony, Germany Duncan Usher Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Dropping into History: From Gliders to Raindrops" As gliders soared through the sky during Operation Market Garden in World War II, soldiers prepared for a daring drop into enemy territory. Witness the bravery of British First Airborne soldiers in action as they fought fiercely on the streets of Arnhem during this historic operation. In 1927, flappers turned heads with their carefree spirit and fashionable style, symbolizing a cultural shift that would soon sweep the world. Explore the whimsical consequences depicted by William Heath Robinson's illustrations, capturing imaginative scenarios where drops create unexpected outcomes. The British First Airborne troops dug in at Arnhem, facing immense challenges and displaying unwavering determination throughout this pivotal battle. Marvel at the breathtaking sunset over Victoria Falls, where nature's beauty takes center stage and drops cascade down with awe-inspiring force. Journey back to the 15th century with Gregorian chants from Choirbook number 9, transporting you to an era when music was crafted drop by melodic drop. A single drop of blood can hold profound significance - it represents life's fragility and resilience amidst adversity. Delicate raindrops gently kiss a vibrant rose petal, creating a mesmerizing sight that showcases nature's ability to transform even simple moments into works of art. Major-General R. E Urquhart led his troops valiantly through treacherous conditions in Arnhem during World War II - his leadership became synonymous with courage under fire. Ripples dance upon tranquil waters reflecting clouds above; each droplet forming intricate patterns that remind us of life's interconnectedness and constant motion. Witness raindrops delicately adorning leaves of water lilies in Baden-Wuerttemberg, Germany – an enchanting display of nature’s grace captured within a single moment. In these diverse scenes, the concept of "drop" takes on various meanings.