Fortnight Collection

The Tennis Championships at Wimbledon
The Tennis fortnight at Wimbledon is for many the most thrilling period of the summer season. All roads to Wimbledon are literally crowded with tennis enthusiasts moving towards the great concrete

Film studio London street setting, Welwyn Garden City
British film studio London street setting at Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire, for Anthony Asquith's production of Princess Priscilla's Fortnight

Some Incidents of a Walking Tour (engraving)
1041088 Some Incidents of a Walking Tour (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Incidents of a Walking Tour)

(conversation over the garden fence) - "The War ll be over in a fortnight now
(conversation over the garden fence) - " The War ll be over in a fortnight now, cos my ole mans joined the Army an I know e never keeps a job longer n that!" Date: circa 1944

African iris, Dietes bicolor
African iris or fortnight lily, Dietes bicolor (Moraea bicolor). Cape of Good Hope, South Africa. Handcoloured lithograph by L

How I went on a Voyage in search of a Wife (engraving)
1036578 How I went on a Voyage in search of a Wife (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How I went on a Voyage in search of a Wife)

With Sir Gerald Graham at Suakim (engraving)
1045014 With Sir Gerald Graham at Suakim (engraving) by Fripp, Charles Edwin (1854-1906); Private Collection; (add.info.: With Sir Gerald Graham at Suakim)

My First Embarkation (engraving)
1047312 My First Embarkation (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: My First Embarkation, the Experiences of a Marine Subaltern on joining his Ship)

The Autobiography of a Chicken (engraving)
1062561 The Autobiography of a Chicken (engraving) by Ralston, William (1848-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Autobiography of a Chicken)

London fashion fortnight. 25th July 1955

Casting the speculum metal mirror for the Great Melbourne telescope. The first casting of the 48-inch (122cm) mirror was made on 3 July 1866

Cartoon on Stock Exchange Settlement Terms
Until Big Bang in the City of London (1986), there was a settlement day (every fortnight) for the payment of stocks and shares - this period was known as The Account

Farman Biplane / Sommer
At the Port D Aviation, Paris, during the Grand Quinzaine (fortnight) a Farman biplane is piloted by noted aviator Roger Sommer

Northanger Abbey / Toast
The messroom will drink Isabella Thorpe for a fortnight

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"Fortnight: A Journey Through Time and Events" Step into the world of fortnight, where diverse stories unfold in a span of fourteen days. From the prestigious Tennis Championships at Wimbledon to the bustling film studio London street setting in Welwyn Garden City, each moment holds its own significance. As we flip through history's pages, we come across intriguing engravings capturing some incidents of a walking tour and conversations over the garden fence. "The War will be over in a fortnight now, " whispers hope amidst uncertainty. Nature's beauty blooms with African iris, Dietes bicolor, adding vibrant hues to our narrative. In search of love and companionship, an engraving takes us on a voyage filled with anticipation titled "How I went on a Voyage in search of a Wife. " Joining Sir Gerald Graham at Suakim brings us face-to-face with adventure as depicted in another captivating engraving titled "With Sir Gerald Graham at Suakim. " The excitement continues as we embark on our first journey together through yet another engraving aptly named "My First Embarkation. " But let's not forget that even animals have their tales to tell. Delve into the whimsical world of poultry through an enchanting engraving called "The Autobiography of a Chicken, " revealing unexpected insights. As time progresses to 1955, London fashion fortnight takes center stage once again. On July 25th, designers showcase their latest creations during this iconic event - an extravaganza that captivates hearts and minds alike. In this whirlwind journey encompassing sportsmanship, artistry, war-time resilience, nature's wonders, romantic pursuits, daring expeditions, and fashionable trends; it becomes evident that within every fortnight lies countless stories waiting to be discovered and cherished forevermore.