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From historic battlefields to stunning landscapes

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Territorial Army Poster

Territorial Army Poster
A recruiting poster for the Territorial Army, highlighting that sporting pursuits need not be sacrificed to join - in fact they are actually strongly encouraged!

Background imageHighlighting Collection: The fear of Socialism in Britain, 1880

The fear of Socialism in Britain, 1880
3478690 The fear of Socialism in Britain, 1880; (add.info.: Illustration highlighting the fear of Socialism in Britain 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Background imageHighlighting Collection: WW2 - British Fighter Station

WW2 - British Fighter Station
An educational illustration which provides an aerial view of a British WW2 Royal Air Force fighter station, highlighting important sections including refuelling areas, runways

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Crosbie & De Mowbray Electric Light Advertisement

Crosbie & De Mowbray Electric Light Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Crosbie and De Mowbray Ltd. promoting electric light for housing. The top illustration shows some Roman temples

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Woldsea The Eastern Riviera

Woldsea The Eastern Riviera
A front cover illustration for a journal highlighting the prospects of building a garden village in Lincolnshire, known as Woldsea

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Fine Country House

Fine Country House
This photograph shows an elevation of a fine country house, highlighting the skill of craftsmen of the time, executing the flint walls and herring-boned brickwork. Date: circa 1929

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Abbey Ruins in Scotland

Abbey Ruins in Scotland
A photograph which shows the abbey ruins of Palace Dene, with an illustrated retouching highlighting a proposed buttressed stone parapet on the left. Date: circa 1904

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Dunfermline Stables Proposed Orangery

Dunfermline Stables Proposed Orangery
The top photograph provides a view of some old stables, with illustrative retouching highlighting the proposal for a new lake and bridge and the west side of an orangery

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Female Fashion Studies

Female Fashion Studies
An illustration from a page of L'Album Les Maitres De La Caricature, highlighting the way in which Ferdinand Bac portrays glamorous women in his art

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Void

Void
This painting depicts a landscape terrorised by war, with broken trees filling the background, and a savage mess of guns, ammunition and a military vehicle making up the foreground

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Madre de Deus

Madre de Deus
An illustration of the Madre de Deus, the Mother of God, a Portuguese ship, highlighting the moment it got intercepted and captured under Captain Fern£o de Mendonca Furtado

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Commonwealth Bank of Australia Advertisement

Commonwealth Bank of Australia Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, highlighting the importance of security as one of their facilities, the image shows a very secure looking safe made by Chubbs

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Advert for Arthur Sanderson and Sons, highlighting the international provenance of the fabrics

Advert for Arthur Sanderson and Sons, highlighting the international provenance of the fabrics and wallpapers available at their Berners Street showroom. Date: 1954

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Advert for Bird's Custard, highlighting its nutritional value when served with rhubarb. Date: 1932

Advert for Bird's Custard, highlighting its nutritional value when served with rhubarb. Date: 1932

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Three British fashion models highlighting

Three British fashion models highlighting the Swiss Miss and her Winter Sports Outfit, 1927 from Gamages, Burberrys and Harvey Nichols Date: 1927

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Advert for the London couturier Ninette, 1925

Advert for the London couturier Ninette, 1925 highlighting the new Spring collection, fashion sketch by G. Peres Date: 1925

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Polar Expedition

Polar Expedition
The Boys Own Paper published many articles about Polar exploration. This is a cartoon highlighting the interest in the subject at that time. Artist: Louis Wain. Date: 1907

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Detail title page bust Josiah Wedgwood Wedgwood

Detail title page bust Josiah Wedgwood Wedgwood
Detail of title page: a bust of Josiah Wedgwood, Wedgwood and his works: a selection of his plaques, cameos, medallions, vases, etc

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Madonna Child Clouds 16th century Red chalk stumped

Madonna Child Clouds 16th century Red chalk stumped
Artokoloro

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Life Study Standing Male Nude Three-Quarter Length

Life Study Standing Male Nude Three-Quarter Length
Artokoloro

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Pegasus Bellerophon ca 1888 Charcoal charcoal

Pegasus Bellerophon ca 1888 Charcoal charcoal
Artokoloro

Background imageHighlighting Collection: õ║öþ«çÕø¢õ║║þë®ÕææÞ¿ùõ╣ïÕø│ People Five Nations

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Artokoloro

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Horse Study

Horse Study
A study of a horse and rider, rays of sunlight streaming through a window, highlighting the steam coming from the horses nostrils. Date: 1930s

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Recruitment Poster Ww1

Recruitment Poster Ww1
REMEMBER BELGIUM A First World War recruitment poster, highlighting the news of atrocities commited by the German troops after the invasion of Belgium

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Street betting - a bookmaker taking bets

Street betting - a bookmaker taking bets
An illustration of street betting showing a bookmaker taking bets in a London street and highlighting the problem of bribery between bookies and policemen

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Portrait of Sir Joseph Lister

Portrait of Sir Joseph Lister
Born in Essex in 1827, he received his degree from University College, London. In 1860 he became a Surgeon at Glasows Royal Infirmary, where he researched the cause of infections

Background imageHighlighting Collection: High Jump Cartoon

High Jump Cartoon
1st Event - International Sports 1914- HIGH JUMP. Mr Fritz (Germany) beats all previous records - a biting cartoon highlighting the horrors & dangers of the front

Background imageHighlighting Collection: Tourists Admire Sistine

Tourists Admire Sistine
Gauls, goths, visigoths and vandals in Rome A sketch in the Sistine Chapel highlighting the many types of tourists who visit


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From historic battlefields to stunning landscapes, this collection of vintage posters and advertisements highlights the beauty and significance of various places and products. Step back in time with a Territorial Army Poster that inspires patriotism during WW2 at a British Fighter Station. Illuminate your home with Crosbie & De Mowbray Electric Light Advertisement, showcasing cutting-edge technology. Escape to Woldsea, The Eastern Riviera, where sun-kissed beaches await you. Indulge in luxury at a Fine Country House surrounded by breathtaking views. Explore the enchanting Abbey Ruins in Scotland, steeped in centuries of history. Discover the proposed Dunfermline Stables Orangery, an architectural masterpiece blending elegance and nature seamlessly. Dive into Female Fashion Studies for timeless style inspiration that empowers women worldwide. Experience the intriguing Void artwork that challenges perception and sparks imagination. Uncover the secrets of Madre de Deus, a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Trust Commonwealth Bank of Australia Advertisement for financial security and prosperity Down Under. Lastly, immerse yourself in Arthur Sanderson & Sons' exquisite fabrics from around the world at their Berners Street showroom - an international treasure trove since 1954.