Gadgets Collection

Concordes Cockpit
The cockpit of the first prototype Concorde, 001, at the St. Martin Sud-Aviation factory at Toulouse, France. Date: late 1960s

Ending in Smoke by Heath Robinson
An ingenious smoke screen spreader for preventing embarrassing situations when the bathroom lock is out of order. Hilarious invention by the inimitable Heath Robinson allowing complete discretion for

Concordes Cockpit
A mock-up of Concordes cockpit, Filton, Bristol, England, from where the Concorde 002 made its first flight to its test centre at Fairford on 9 April 1969. Date: late 1960s

Concordes Cockpit
A mock-up of Concordes cockpit, Filton, Bristol, England, from where the Concorde 002 made its first flight to its test centre at Fairford on 9 April 1969. Date: 1969

1930s woman cooking in her kitchen
A woman stands at a kitchen pantry or dresser trying out new recipes. Attached to the work service is a hand operated meat mincer. Date: c.1930

Ideal Home Exhibition - Heath Robinson Home
William Heath Robinsons Ideal Home - " The Gadgets". Displayed at the Daily Mail Ideal Home Exhibition at London Olympia. Date: 1934

Crabbing Their Style by William Heath Robinson
Cartoon, Crabbing their style. Toeing for crabs at and seaside resort during the holiday months. Men crab fishing using feet as bait

Electric Permanent Waving Machine 1928
A permanent electric waving machine, medusa, Serpents, exhibited at the Hairdressers Annual Exhibition. Date: 1928

Souvenir Store, Banff Town, Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada

Innovative Starting Gate
An innovative starting gate, designed by Professor H. Rottenburg, being tested at a public schools athetics meeting. Date: 1932

Rational Gadgets For Your Coupons by William Heath Robinson
Customers are put on scales to determine how much butter they are entitled to, the heavier the person is, the more butter they are given. Date: 1940

Woman Having her Hair Dried 1928
A woman sits under a chrome-plated hair dryer, exhibited at the Hairdressers Annual Exhibition. Date: 1928

Woman Indulging a Vapour Face-Bath 1928
Strangely masked by metal: A client indulging in a vapour face-bath, exhibited at the Hairdressers Annual Exhibition. Date: 1928

Ray-Lamp Treatments 1928
Strange metal Blinkers to achieve beauty: A client taking a Ray-Lamp treatment, exhibited at the Hairdressers Annual Exhibition. Date: 1928

Advertisement for Stathams combined telescope and microscope (engraving)
733826 Advertisement for Stathams combined telescope and microscope (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rolls Royce silver cloud on display at the Earls Court Motor show, fitted with everything for a cup of tea to a shave. Picture taken 18th October 1955

Hawkins electric hostess trolley advertisement
Advertisement for the Hawkins Electric Hostess Trolley for gracious living, enabling you to entertain with dignity even when domestic help is not available

The Screw Em Out golf hole cleaner by Heath Robinson
A typically convoluted contraption from William Heath Robinson, the first in a series entitled, Very Patent Aides to Sport, showing the Screw-Em-Out golf hole cleaner in action on a golf course

The Multiplex Dragline by Heath Robinson
The multiplex dragline for dragging winding streams - another suggestion by Mr W. Heath Robinson. A complicated excavation machine enabling the operator to drag in curving lines. Date: c.1938

Swanmaid dishwasher advertisement, 1964
Advertisement for the Swanmaid dishwashing machine from 1964, a completely automatic fuss-free front loading scientific washing and drying machine for crockery and cutlery

Bowman radio set used by the British Armed Forces for tactical communications

Kitchen gadgets including blender, food processor, strainer, bowl, cooking spoon, sprayer

Pet shop supplies, including bowls, birdseed, water dispenser brush, comb, lead, toy mouse, toy ring, ball, collars, bone, dog biscuits

Dry ice engulfing potions, magic wand, bubbling concoction, charm book, and plastic animals

X-ray of a digital camera and iPod
X-ray photography of digital camera and iPod music device

Ration Gadgets for your Coupons - Sunday Joint
Part of a series of humorous illustrations he produced for the Sketch during World War II. The scene shows a family sitting at a dinner table for Sunday lunch only to be faced with a circular machine

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Step into the world of gadgets, where innovation and creativity collide to bring us a plethora of ingenious contraptions. From the whimsical imagination of Heath Robinson to the sleek design of modern technology, they have always fascinated us with their ability to simplify our lives. In Heath Robinson's "Ending in Smoke, " we witness his trademark eccentricity as he presents a comically intricate machine that seems destined for chaos. Similarly, his depiction of Concordes Cockpit showcases his fascination with aviation and the marvels it holds. The attention to detail is astounding, capturing both the complexity and beauty of these technological wonders. Moving on from flights of fancy, we find ourselves at the Ideal Home Exhibition where Heath Robinson's Home takes center stage. Here, practicality meets ingenuity as every corner reveals another clever gadget designed to make daily tasks easier. A 1930s woman cooking in her kitchen epitomizes this era's obsession with labor-saving devices that promised efficiency without sacrificing style. William Heath Robinson continues to enchant us with his whimsical illustrations in "Crabbing Their Style. " This imaginative piece transports us into a world where crabs navigate their surroundings using an array of fantastical gadgets – a delightful reminder that even nature can benefit from human ingenuity. The Innovative Starting Gate captures our attention next; its sleek design hints at cutting-edge technology used in sports events. We are reminded once again how gadgets enhance our experiences by revolutionizing familiar activities. Returning to William Heath Robinson's work, "Rational Gadgets For Your Coupons" invites us into a realm where everyday objects are transformed into multifunctional tools through inventive modifications. These contraptions offer practical solutions while showcasing the artist's unique perspective on problem-solving. Amongst these rational gadgets lies Hawkins electric hostess trolley advertisement – an embodiment of convenience and elegance combined. This device exemplifies how technology seamlessly integrates itself into our homes, making entertaining effortless and stylish.