Forecast Collection

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

W. Heath Robinson
Cartoon, Safety First. A Cricket forecast for 1922 showing the new safety equipment for playing cricket, which is health and safety gone mad

Cartoon commenting on unreliable weather forecasts made by barometers, 19th century
5309066 Cartoon commenting on unreliable weather forecasts made by barometers, 19th century; (add.info.: Cartoon commenting on unreliable weather forecasts made by barometers)

SYDNEY WINDY WEATHER
A tourist is buffeted by winds at Mrs Macquaries Road, Botanic Gardens, Sydney, Friday, August 9, 2019. A severe weather warning has been issued for parts of NSW with damaging winds

Wet Weather Sydney
A pedestrian is seen during wet weather in Manly, Sydney, Sunday, May 5, 2019. (aP Image/Paul Braven)

The Travelers Insurance Co. Trade Card
3671322 The Travelers Insurance Co. Trade Card by American School, (19th century); Newberry Library, Chicago, Illinois, USA; (add.info.: Trade cards The Travelers Insurance Co)

Weather Control (litho)
2812594 Weather Control (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weather Control. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Launching a Space-Ship (litho)
2812588 Launching a Space-Ship (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Launching a Space-Ship)

New York of the Future (litho)
2812567 New York of the Future (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New York of the Future)

High Level Airport (litho)
2812566 High Level Airport (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: High Level Airport. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Stream-Lined Speed-Ship (litho)
2812559 Stream-Lined Speed-Ship (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stream-Lined Speed-Ship)

Tidal Power Generator (litho)
2812546 Tidal Power Generator (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tidal Power Generator)

Birthday Greetings card - Teddy bear with umbrella
Birthday Greetings card - Teddy bear with an umbrella under a dark cloud - happy to ignore the forecast and Bear Up! Date: circa 1937

Greyhound track totalisator system (litho)
6009421 Greyhound track totalisator system (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greyhound track totalisator system)

Sergeant Dunn at the weather station, New York, 1895 (silver gelatin print)
MNY381389 Sergeant Dunn at the weather station, New York, 1895 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942); 19.2x25.4 cm; Museum of the City of New York, USA; (add.info.: Sergeant Elias B)

Tomahawks Hieroglyphic for 1869 (colour litho)
3648234 Tomahawks Hieroglyphic for 1869 (colour litho) by Morgan, Matthew " Matt" Somerville (1839-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tomahawks Hieroglyphic for 1869)

Invasion from the Air (litho)
2812583 Invasion from the Air (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Invasion from the Air)

Gyro-Motor Race (litho)
2812579 Gyro-Motor Race (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gyro-Motor Race. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Television (litho)
2812565 Television (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Television. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Two Bovril advertisements during WW2
Two Bovril advertisements which appeared during the Second World War. Date: 1940s

Is the futre war-ship to be aeroplane or balloon?
Arists prediction from 1907 of what a future war might look like, in this case aerial battle-ships - not, as it turns out

The great war of 1892, a forecast; Recruiting at St Martins Church (engraving)
604109 The great war of 1892, a forecast; Recruiting at St Martins Church (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The great war of 1892)

Space-Suits (litho)
2812591 Space-Suits (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Space-Suits. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Anti-Gas Ray (litho)
2812585 Anti-Gas Ray (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anti-Gas Ray. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Coal-Oil Distilling Plant (litho)
2812551 Coal-Oil Distilling Plant (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coal-Oil Distilling Plant)

Wind Turbine Station (litho)
2812549 Wind Turbine Station (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wind Turbine Station)

The Weather Prophets Private Office (b / w photo)
5215109 The Weather Prophets Private Office (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Weather Prophets Private Office)

Anti-Gas Armour (litho)
2812584 Anti-Gas Armour (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anti-Gas Armour. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Rotor Power Plant (litho)
2812548 Rotor Power Plant (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rotor Power Plant. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Weather forecast, Snow Locally (colour litho)
2797006 Weather forecast, Snow Locally (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weather forecast, Snow Locally. Postcard, early 20th century)

A forecast, Our Bullet-proof army (engraving)
1064510 A forecast, Our Bullet-proof army (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A forecast, Our Bullet-proof army)

Giant Telescope (litho)
2812593 Giant Telescope (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Giant Telescope. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

New Style Observatory (litho)
2812592 New Style Observatory (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Style Observatory)

Space-Gun (litho)
2812589 Space-Gun (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Space-Gun. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Robot or Mechanical Man (litho)
2812581 Robot or Mechanical Man (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robot or Mechanical Man)

Birdman (litho)
2812580 Birdman (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birdman. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Church of the Future (litho)
2812570 Church of the Future (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Church of the Future)

Stream-Lined Train (litho)
2812555 Stream-Lined Train (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stream-Lined Train. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Atomic Disintegrator (litho)
2812550 Atomic Disintegrator (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Atomic Disintegrator)

Solar Motor (litho)
2812545 Solar Motor (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Solar Motor. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Weather forecast, warm and dry (colour litho)
2797007 Weather forecast, warm and dry (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Weather forecast, warm and dry. Postcard, early 20th century)

The Evening Gazette weather forecast reigns okay. Thats the sunny conclusion geography pupils at a Cleveland School have reached

Turkish scouts who arrived at Clevelands international jamboree. Despite the appauling conditions the 42 strong group from Turkey

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Thailand, Bangkok, Storm Cloud formation over central area of the city

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Thailand, Bangkok, Cloud formation over central area of the city

How Paris Dresses for Peace - Fashion in 1919
Page from The Sketch reporting on various fashions sighted in Paris in the peace year of 1919 demonstrating the beginnings of 1920s style

WW2 weather balloons supplying data to the Allies, 1940
WW2 weather balloons supplying data to the Allies: The B.20 radio robot that signals meteorological details to the receivers on the ground

Sutor Stacks, Cromarty
One of the Sutor Stacks, near Cromarty, on the Black Isle, Ross-shire, Scotland. This commanding height was used as a gun enplacement during World War Two. Date: 1950s

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"Forecasting the Future: From Imaginative Inventions to Historical Events" Step into the world of William Heath Robinson's imagination with "The Kinecar, " a whimsical contraption that defies gravity and transports us to a realm where anything is possible. As we delve further into history, we encounter the enigmatic concept of the "End of the World in 2012. " This conceptual image sparks curiosity and reminds us of humanity's fascination with predicting our own fate. Travel back in time with The Travelers Insurance Co. Trade Card, which showcases an era when weather forecasts were essential for safe journeys. It serves as a reminder that accurate predictions have always been crucial for our well-being. SYDNEY WINDY WEATHER captures nature's power as gusts whip through the city streets, reminding us how meteorological forecasts play a vital role in preparing for extreme conditions. In 1919, Paris dresses for peace as fashion becomes intertwined with hope after World War I. This unique perspective reveals how even clothing choices can reflect societal aspirations and serve as subtle indicators of what lies ahead. Wet Weather Sydney showcases how unpredictable climates impact daily life. Umbrellas up and raincoats on - these snapshots remind us that forecasting isn't just about grand events but also about navigating everyday challenges. During WWII, weather balloons played an unexpected role by supplying valuable data to Allies. These silent heroes soared high above battlefields, providing invaluable insights into atmospheric conditions during critical moments. Journey to Sutor Stacks in Cromarty and witness nature's raw beauty against ancient rock formations. Here, timeless landscapes remind us that long before modern technology existed, humans sought ways to predict their environment using whatever means available. Prognostications from 1521 offer a glimpse into early attempts at forecasting through intricate engravings. These historical artifacts demonstrate humanity's enduring desire to understand what lies beyond our immediate grasp.