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W. Heath-Robinson: Coal washing shed, drawn for the 1922 Heath Robinson Calendar commissioned by Atherton Collieries. Date: 1921

W. Heath-Robinson: Coal sorting shed, drawn for the 1922 Heath Robinson Calendar commissioned by Atherton Collieries. Date: 1921

W. Heath-Robinson: Old miner, drawn for the 1922 Heath Robinson Calendar commissioned by Atherton Collieries. Date: 1921

Pretty Corner, Sheringham, North Norfolk with All Saints, Upper Sheringham in the distance. Date: circa 1910s

Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR. 1A undergoing an engine change
Royal Air Force - A Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1A of No.3 Squadron undergoing an engine change in the field, under the cover of an inflatable hide, during Exercise Heath Fir in Germany

Artist Norman Keene replicating the original drawings done by William Heath Robinson on boarded up shop fronts in London. Heath Robinson designed pictures to illustrate the particular merchandise

Latest frocks and smart hats by Robert Heath available at Knightsbridge, London. Date: 1930

Children campaigning against cuts in free school milk
Children campaigning against planned cuts in free school milk and other services, October 1970. Date: 1970

Illustration, A Song of the English, Calcutta
Illustration to A Song of the English, a patriotic set of poems by Rudyard Kipling (first published in the English Illustrated Magazine). Calcutta -- Me the Sea-captain loved, the River built

Advert for J. S. Fry & Sons Cocoa 1894
Fry's Pure Concentrated Cocoa, confidently recommended for heath, Date: 1894

The Whole Art of Anti-Dive-Bomber Camouflage
British military tanks and soldiers in disguise as civilians, so when seen from above the bombers don't attack. Date: 1941

The Roof Raising Defence to Defeat Dive-Bombers
Latest device drawn by William Heath Robinson to defeat the dive bombers is a roof-raising by system of cogs, balloons and other lifting machinery. Date: 1941

Camouflage v Camouflage During Invasion Practice
William Heath Robinson has come up with a solution to save on man-power in the East Coast of England. Revolving helmets being paraded around on a primitive pulley system with the locals clapping

Camouflaging the Colonel's Breakfast
Under elaborate cover the regimental cooks get to work, invisible from the air by a table of cabbages. Date: 1941

Way to Increase your Greengage Jam Ration
Owing to the short supply of sugar, it was necessary to cut down the amount used in the jam production. Illustrated by William Heath Robinson showing inside a jam factory where every part of

Invasion Bells and the Fifth Column
A suggestion that a Gang of Spies could attempt to disguise themselves as innocent country folk and succeed in stopping the ringing of the church bells used in warning of attempted invasion

Woman wearing felt homburg hat. Date: 1940

Camouflaged civilians, home guards and dogs in a London park hiding from the enemy above. Date: 1941

Suggestion by William Heath Robinson for defence of London, a spinning platform land with camouflaged anti-aircraft guns. Date: 1941

Defence during the summer months from the beach, home guards hiding with their gun ready. Date: 1941

Trying to carry on as usual! Tennis players camouflaged from above in case of invasion. Date: 1941

German soldiers spotting buildings far in the distance, not realising that it's a setup consisting of a miniature country town coursing the perspective to be all wrong. Date: 1941

An air-trawling device for the use of British troops in Egypt, a drive against Marshal Graziani in the Western desert. Date: 1940

As a precaution against possible bombing precious art, relics, sculptures and memorials where moved out of London to a secret place. This was given to the Nation by the National Art Collections Fund

Successful campaign in the Libyan desert. Italian soldiers about to trigger an underground device. Date: 1941

Couples ingenious device so they don't wake up the baby. A makeshift pump that extinguishes incendiary bombs that have landed in your home without leaving the comfort of your bed. Date: 1941

How to Make Roof-Spotting a Pleasure
William Heath Robinson invention for keeping watch from attack. A warden perched up high above the streets with an umbrella for protection, tea-cup-holder and an easy chair. Date: 1941

The New Top-Flat Rescue Apparatus in Action
Apparatus for rescuing people from high buildings that have been damaged from heavy bombing. Date: 1941

From Bedroom to Shelter in One
Kind warden sets the machine in motion to allow people to sleep through a air-raid. Swinging from bedroom to living room to shelter without waking. Date: 1941

British soldiers had landed in Italy by parachute, here is an illustration by William Heath Robinson showing how they returned! Date: 1941

Mussolini's Secret Weapon Disclosed!
A new secret weapon devised for the use of the Italian forces in Albania. Date: 1941

William Heath Robinson shows how a remarkable and most heroic attempt was made by the Italians to convoy fresh fish to their troops through a minefield in the Mediterranean escort by fighter

Richard Nixon with Edward Heath
Richard Milhous Nixon (1913-1994), 37th President of the United States from 1969 to 1974 (he was also 36th Vice President from 1953 to 1961)

Brian Walden, Edward Heath and Peter Shore
Edward Heath (Conservative politician, 1916-2005) and Peter Shore (Labour politician, 1924-2001), with the television interviewer and former Labour politician Brian Walden (b 1932). Date: circa 1980s

Mick McGahey with Arthur Scargill, trade union leaders
Mick McGahey (1925-1999), Scottish miners leader, trade unionist and lifelong communist, with Arthur Scargill (b 1938), miners leader and trade unionist

Tamper with a Railway Signal by William Heath Robinson
Sixth column strategy, frustrating a dastardly attempt by the fifth a tamper with railway signal. Date: 1940

A Warm Welcome for Every Parachutist
Sixth column strategy: Foresight plans, if London gets invaded by landing Germans dropping from the skies dressed as British civilians they would be collected up by cyclist with tubs of hot boiling

Frustrating an Attempt to Disorganise London
Sixth column strategy: Disguised as Gothic pinnacles the famous clock, Big Ben is being altered by an odd contraption, to confuse the general public. Date: 1940

How to Make it Hard for the Invader!
British Home Front are using a makeshift contraption to pinch a screwdriver making it impossible for the Germans to assemble an air-borne tank. Date: 1940

British Secret Weapons to Surprise the Boche
Military invention by William Heath Robinson to surprise the enemy. Jumping tanks, Boche-grabbers composed of expanding and retracting claws of great size and strength. Date: 1940

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

Dental or Mental? by William Heath Robinson
A suggested method of tooth-extraction with a primitive contraption. Date: 1924

Prepare for the Holidays by William Heath Robinson
A man learning how to swim without water by correspondence from a college by letter. Date: 1919

Uncrossing the Crosses on a Hot + Bun
A contraption for removing the cross on a hot cross bun left over from Easter. Date: 1922

For the convenience of bathers, a neat appliance for pouring oil on troubled waters. Date: 1921

THE MOTHER EARTH WORMTO ITS WORMLET: Now, then, Florizel, that just serves you right. How often have I told you to keep away from the wicket during these Test Matches! Date: 1926

GARRICK
DAVID GARRICK (1717 - 1779), English actor, famous for his Shakespearean roles, a few months before his death

Water plantain, horse chestnut, arctic starflower, alpine blueberry, heath, fireweed - Botanical illustration 1883
An original plate from the book "Pflanzen-Atlas Linneschen System" - Carl Hofman 1883

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"Heath Robinson: Master of Whimsical Contraptions and Ingenious Solutions" Step into the imaginative world of William Heath Robinson, a renowned British artist and illustrator known for his eccentric creations. From automated dining rooms without servants to peculiar contraptions that deceive invaders, Heath Robinson's work never fails to amuse and astonish. In "Heath Robinson Automated Dining Room without Servants 1 of 4, " we are transported to a time where technology meets creativity. With intricate mechanisms and clever engineering, he envisions a future where tasks are effortlessly carried out by machines, freeing us from the mundane chores of everyday life. "The Kinecar by William Heath Robinson" takes transportation to new heights with its unconventional design. This whimsical vehicle combines elements of nature and machinery, showcasing the artist's ability to blend fantasy with practicality. As we delve into "The Sketch Ideal Home No. VI. Sports Without Broad Acres, " we witness how Heath Robinson transforms limited space into opportunities for recreation. His inventive mind brings forth ideas that allow individuals to enjoy sports within the confines of their homes, proving that one can find joy even in small spaces. With "An Ideal Home No. I by William Heath Robinson, " our imagination is sparked once again as he presents an idyllic dwelling filled with ingenious gadgets designed for convenience and comfort. Every corner holds surprises - from self-operating fireplaces to beds that make themselves - making this home truly extraordinary. But it doesn't stop there; deception becomes art in "Deceiving the Invader as to the State of the Tide. " Here, Heath Robinson showcases his ability to think outside the box when it comes to defense strategies during wartime situations. Through cleverly crafted devices, he demonstrates how one can mislead potential threats using simple yet effective means. In "Ultra-Marine by William Heath Robinson, " we dive deep into an aquatic adventure where submarines take on unexpected forms inspired by marine creatures.