Duncan Collection (page 9)

SILHOUETTE, 19th CENTURY. Engraved silhouette of Duncan McIntosh, French, early 19th century

The imposing entrance to Highcliffe Castle, Gordon Selfridges country estate in Hampshire, 1921. In the distance Selfridge is seen talking to Isadora Duncan, the famous dancer

Art deco sketches by Nerman describing aspects of dance and some leading dancing stars including Pavlova, Maud Allen, Ruth St Denis, Massine and Isadora Duncan, London, 1922 Date: 1922

Duncon Picquit - Shimla, India
Duncon Picquit (Duncan Picket) - a small hilltop fortification on the outskirts of Shimla (Simla), India. Possibly named after British General in Shimal in the early 19th century - General Duncan

Trial Trip over London by John Duncan
A series of amusing silhouettes laid over various photographs of London showing a rather disastrous trial aerial trip over London. Date: 1909

Isadora Duncan / Klods
ISADORA DUNCAN American dancer: a satirical view Date: 1878 - 1927

Isadora Duncan / Simplicis
ISADORA DUNCAN Inspired by the American dancer, German ladies try to dance as she does Date: 1878 - 1927

1860 Duncans prehistoric epoch panorama
Tinted lithograph (colour enhanced version) by W.R. Woods appearing as the frontis to Isabella Duncans " Pre-Adamite Man"

SALVATION ARMY POSTER, 1919. A woman in a Salvation Army uniform aiding needy people during the aftermath of World War I. Lithograph poster by Frederick Duncan, 1919

SILENT STILL: MAN & WOMAN. Mary Duncan and Sidney Blackmer in Kismet

DUNCAN GILLIS (1883-1965). Canadian Olympic athlete. Photographed during the Hammer throw event at the 5th Olympic Games, held in Stockholm, Sweden, 1912

N. A. Canada, British
N.A. Canada, British Columbia, Vancouver Island, Duncan, Quw tsun Cultural Center, Totem Poles

Federation meeting in Australia
A meeting in Melbourne of representatives of the various colonies of Australia to discuss " Imperial Federation" where the six separate British self-governing colonies of New South Wales

Scottish medium Helen Duncan starting to emit ectoplasm
Photograph of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan starting to emit " ectoplasm" with " glove" during sance in Edinburgh whilst being controlled, May 1933. HPG/1/4/2(i)"

Ectoplasm forming from Helen Duncans mouth
Undated photograph showing " ectoplasm" forming from the Scottish medium Helen Duncans mouth down her front and over shoulder. HPG/1/4/2 (vi)

Undated photograph of Ethel Beenham with cheesecloth
Undated photograph of Ethel Beenham with six feet of 30 inch wide cheesecloth in her mouth, showing how easily it can be rolled up and secreted in the mouth

Esson Maude at Edinburgh seance venue
Photograph of Esson Maude recreating where she sat during sitting with the Scottish medium Helen Duncan at the sance venue in Edinburgh, January 1933

Photograph of undervest, masquerading as the spirit Peggy
Photograph of undervest which, masquerading as the spirit Peggy, led to the Scottish medium Helen Duncans conviction for fraudulent mediumship at Edinburgh, 11 May 1933

Undated photograph showing ectoplasm forming
Undated photograph showing " ectoplasm" forming from the Scottish medium Helen Duncans mouth down her front and over shoulder. HPG/1/4/2 (v)

Undated photograph of enlarged piece of teleplasm
Undated photograph of enlarged piece of " teleplasm" consisting of ordinary paper, secured from Helen Duncan during a sance, with scale annotations

Scottish medium Helen Duncan blindfolded
Undated photograph of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan blindfolded during a sance, producing " ectoplasm" and a " hand". The photograph is annotated to show fraudulence

Photograph of undervest, masquerading as the spirit Pegg
Photograph of undervest which, masquerading as the spirit " Peggy", led to the Scottish medium Helen Duncans conviction for fraudulent mediumship at Edinburgh, 11 May 1933

Money for the Helen Duncan seance
Photograph of envelope with the following written upon it: " Received from Miss Maule, The sum of Four Pounds, 5th January 1933, for tonights sance. Helen Duncan", January 1933

Five tags attached to the undervest
Photograph of the five tags attached to the undervest, signed by witnesses at the Edinburgh exposure of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan, 11 May 1933

Scottish medium Helen Duncan blindfolded during a sance
Photograph of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan blindfolded during a sance with " ectoplasm" wrapped around her head and reaching down to the floor, May 1931. HPG/1/4/2 (xi)"

Scottish medium Helen Duncan during a sance
Photograph of the Scottish medium Helen Duncan during a sance with her head covered with " ectoplasm" reaching down to her lap, May 1931. HPG/1/4/2 (xv)"

Undated photograph of enlarged portion of ectoplasm
Undated photograph of enlarged portion of " ectoplasm", showing rents, warps and weft. This is one of series of photographs of Harry Prices investigations into the mediumship of Helen

Modern Athenians plate 39 - Edinburgh
Duncan McNeill, 1st Baron Colonsay (1793-1874) Scottish judge, passing John Learmonth (1789-1858) politician, coachbuilder and builder of the Dean Bridge at at personal cost of 30, 00"

V1 bomb counter measures committee, 1944
The chairmen of the war cabinet committee on operational counter measures against the " flying bomb" or V1: Mr. Duncan Sandys, M.P(centre), with leaders who directed the battle

Tito opens an RAF Duxford Air Display
Marshal Tito firing the Verey starting pistol to begin the RAF Air display at Duxford. On the left, in the bowler hat, is Lord De L Isle and Dudley, V.C, and on the extreme right is Duncan Sandys

Duncan Sandys(1908-1987)
Duncan Sandys pictured here in 1951 when the Minister of Supply

British delegation to NATO, 1953
The British delegation to the NATO council: Mr. Anthony Eden(centre), at this time Foreign Minister, with (left) Lord Alexander, Minister of Defence, and right Mr. Duncan Sandys, Minister of Supply

Duncan Sandys(1908-1987) in helicopter
Leaving Kuala Lumpar by helicopter to see operations in the Malayan Jungle: Mr Duncan Sandys, Minister of Supply. En route to his visit to Australia

The Great Golf Question
Cartoon lampooning the flamboyant and outlandish golf fashions of the day. Golfers featured include James Braid, J.H. Taylor, George Duncan, Fred Robson, Archie

John Duncan Fergusson
JOHN DUNCAN FERGUSSON Scottish artist

Harvesting Hay, Duncan
Harvesting the hay on an English farm : four horses are needed to haul a cart-load of hay to where the hay-stack will be built near the farm

Castle Stalker
A girl looks towards Castle Stalker, Argyllshire, Scotland, built by Duncan Stewart of Appin, in about 1540 on an islet known as the Rock of the Cormorants

Holly Cart [Duncan]
The holly cart passes along a country road

Duncan Ectoplasm 3
Medium Helen Duncans head is covered with ectoplasm during a sitting for Harry Price

Duncan / Leicester F ball
John Duncan, player for Leicester City

Charlotte Smith / Duncan
CHARLOTTE SMITH nee TURNER English poet and novelist

Isadora Duncan / 2 of 4
ISADORA DUNCAN at her school at Grunewald, near Berlin, where she teaches children to dance in the Greek manner (2 of 4)

Isadora Duncan / 1 of 4
ISADORA DUNCAN at her school at Grunewald, near Berlin, where she teaches children to dance in the Greek manner (1 of 4)

Isadora Duncan / Robe
ISADORA DUNCAN American dancer in a long robe

Girls on Ladders
GIRLS CARRYING COAL UP LADDERS Mary Duncan began to carry coals when 12 years old... many have wrought from 8 years old, and know no other...can carry 2 cwt (100 kg+) - Report

Isadora Duncan / Ilz 1927
ISADORA DUNCAN American dancer with her husband, the Russian poet Jessenin

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"Duncan: A Journey Through Time and Artistic Expression" Step into the captivating world of Duncan, where history intertwines with artistry. From a jigsaw puzzle depicting golfers on Prestwick golf course in Scotland circa 1914 to a flapper adorning her bonnet in 1927, each piece tells a unique story. In 1960, Stephen Ward's sketches of celebrities mesmerized audiences with their intricate details and lifelike portrayals. The infamous DREADNOUGHT HOAX added an element of mystery and intrigue to Duncan's collection, leaving spectators questioning reality. Fast forward to London Gay Pride in 2011, where vibrant shades of blue painted the city streets as Duncan celebrated love and acceptance. Meanwhile, Helen Duncan's astonishing abilities brought ectoplasm and teleplasmic hands into the spotlight, challenging conventional beliefs. The majestic presence of the Duncan Dunbar Sail Ship reminds us of bygone eras when exploration was at its peak. As Hawk XX154 took flight for the first time, it marked a new chapter in aviation history - innovation soaring through the skies. Isadora Duncan gracefully danced her way into our hearts both barefoot and adorned with ils in 1909. Her revolutionary approach to movement left an indelible mark on dance forever. Transporting us back to 1933 is the enchanting MUSIC ROOM that echoes melodies from decades past. Margaret Morris' impeccable choreography captivated audiences worldwide as she became synonymous with elegance and grace. Duncan embodies not just one person or entity but represents a tapestry woven from different times and artistic expressions. It invites us on an extraordinary journey through history - one filled with puzzles waiting to be solved, spirits yearning to communicate, ships longing for distant shores, dancers defying gravity's constraints, music resonating within our souls. Discover your own connection within this rich tapestry; let yourself be immersed in the enigmatic allure that is Duncan.