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Lady Eileen Orde working on wallpaper designs
Lady Eileen Order, nee Wellesley (1887-1952), daughter of the 4th Duke of Wellington and wife of the artist Captain Cuthbert Orde

Court gown by Elspeth Phelps
Lady Eileen Orde, nee Wellesley (1887-1952), daughter of the 4th Duke of Wellington and wife of Captain Cuthbert Julian Orde, WW1 pilot

Captain & Lady Eileen Order in their Chelsea studio
Captain Cuthbert Julian Orde (1888-1968), artist, pictured at home with his wife Lady Eileen Orde (formerly Lady Eileen Wellesley)

Lillah McCarthy in Elspeth Phelps -Nymphs of Forest tableau
Actress Lillah McCarthy pictured in a dress designed by Elspeth Phelps for the Nymphs of the Forest tableau performed at the Petticoat Lane Fair at the Albert Hall in 1917

Lovely gown worns at the Paquin Phelps soiree dansante
A selection of gowns showcased at the Paquin Phelps soiree dansante held in March 1923 to celebrate the amalgamation of the British fashion house of Elspeth Phelps with Paquin of Paris

Mme de Kurylo wearing designs by Elspeth Phelps
The fascinating American dancer Mme de Kurylo, performing at the Ritz in December 1920, pictured in a spread in The Sketch magazine wearing outfits by British designer Elspeth Phelps

Mrs Morrison-Bell as Oak for Nymphs of Forest tableau
Mrs Morrison-Bell pictured wearing a gown designed by Elspeth Phelps for the Nymphs of the Forest tableau featuring a number of society women

Evening dress by Elspeth Phelps
A dress by Elspeth Phelps - two shawls adapted and tied with a jade green ribbon at the waist. Date: 1920

Paquin Phelps advertisement, 1923
Advertisement for Paquin Phelps of Dover Street, London, the result of an amalgamation between British designer Elspeth Phelps and the Paris fashion house Paquin in 1923. Date: 1923

Encampment of sufferers by the Great Fire at Montreal, Quebec, Canada. The fire began on 8th July 1852 and destroyed almost half of the citys housing

Anywhere on Earth is Heaven - Leslie Hutch Hutchinson
Music sheet cover for the song Anywhere on Earth is Heaven a recorded by heart throb crooner, Grenada-born Leslie Hutch Hutchinson. Date: c.1930

Finis, decorative print for the end of a book, c.1820 Date: C.1820

Family group, c. 1820
Harmonious family group, c.1820 Date: C.1820

Sedan chair crash, c. 1820
Sedan chairs jostle and crash into one another in a city street, c. 1820 Date: C.1820

Heavily-laden and crowded coach, c. 1820
A crowded coach, heavily-laden with suitcases, trunks and parcels, prepares to depart from a street, c.1820 Date: C.1820

Street seller of flowers, c. 1820
Woman selling flowers on the street, c.1820 Date: C.1820

The wind blowing a ship onwards
The wind blowing a ship on the sea while the sun looks on. Date: C.1700

Candy seller, c. 1820
A street seller of sweets: M. Fry from London, Royal Dandy Candy, c.1820 Date: C.1820

Miss Rachel Mary Parsons
Miss Rachel Parsons, (18851956) British Engineer Date: 1939

Phantasy
Mer-babies playing in the surf of crashing waves. Date: 1929

Mrs Ormiston Chant
Laura Ormiston Dibbin Chant (848-1923, Banbury), English social reformer and writer, pictured in The Sketch magazine in 1894

Mark Melford as Harlequin
Mr Mark Melford (c.1850-1914, actor and playwright) as Harlequin. Date: 1892

Lady Webster and her children
Lady Webster, whose husband, Sir Augustus Webster, purchased Battle Abbey for 200, 000, is a daughter of the late Mr. Henry Crossley of Aldborough Hall, Bedale

Mark Melford as Hamlet
Mr Mark Melford (c.1850-1914, actor and playwright) as Hamlet. Date: 1892

London silhouettes, Luncheon Bars 1860
Men in a luncheon bar, being served by women. Date: Circa 1860

Vain man looking in a mirror, c. 1770
Vain and fashionable gentleman staring into a looking-glass, c.1770 Date: C.1770

Musician, c. 1600
Musician, c.1600, playing a stringed instrument, perhaps a viol. Date: C.1600

Couple dancing, c. 1600
A couple having a good old knees-up, c.1600 Date: C.1600

Feasting, c. 1600
Feasting, c.1600. A party of people sit at a long table in a room with a roaring log fire and eat and drink their fill. Date: C.1600

Ship, c. 1690
Bold woodcut of a ship, c.1690 Date: C.1690

Mr Doubleface, c. 1810
Mr Doubleface, a man not to be trusted, c.1810 Date: C.1810

Man leading a heavy carthorse, c. 1810
A man leading a heavy carthorse, c.1810. It could be a Suffolk Punch. Date: C.1810

Man leading a horse, c. 1810
Man leading a horse, c.1810 Date: C.1810

Shooting ducks, c. 1810
A man shooting ducks with a gun dog, c.1810 Date: C.1810

Drapers shop, c. 1810
A drapers shop, c.1810 Date: C.1810

Cannon, c. 1810
A cannon on battlements, c.1810 Date: C.1810

Children looking into a peep box device, c.1810. Date: C.1810

Hotel Cecil, London from River Thames
A bird s-eye view of the Hotel Cecil, London from River Thames. The Cecil was largely demolished in Autumn 1930, and Shell Mex House was built on the site. Date: circa 1910s

Istanbul, Turkey - Turkish Fountain Date: circa 1901

The Original Home of the BBC at Savoy Hill, London Date: 1932

Cherbourg, France - The Arsenal - Palm Tree made of daggers
Cherbourg, France - The Armoury - Palm Tree made of daggers. Date: 1918

Native Medicine Man, Natal Province, South Africa. Date: circa 1910

Buckingham Palace, London - from Wellington Barracks
Unusual view of Buckingham Palace, London from the grounds of Wellington Barracks. Date: circa 1909

Facade of Abbey of Saint-Gilles, France
Facade of the Abbey of Saint-Gilles is a Benedictine monastery in Saint-Gilles, southern France - two vegetable sellers sit in front selling their wares. Date: circa 1910

Bucharest, Romania - The Choral Temple Synagogue
The Choral Temple is a synagogue located in Bucharest, Romania. Date: circa 1910s

Monte Carlo - Grand Hotel - Modernised in 1934. Date: circa 1934

Venice, Italy - An unusual (yet atmospheric) scene on an unnamed canal Date: circa 1903

Chile - Santiago - Partial view over the rooftops toward the snow-capped mountains of the Andes range. Date: 1955

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"jul17: A Glimpse into the Past - From Skegness to Pimlico, London" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the charm of "Skegness is SO Bracing, " an iconic artwork by John Hassall. This captivating piece captures the essence of a bygone era, where seaside holidays were filled with joy and laughter. In another corner of history, we find HRH Queen Elizabeth II gracing Dolphin Square Gardens in Pimlico, London. The regal presence of Her Majesty adds a touch of elegance to this picturesque location as she enjoys the tranquil beauty that surrounds her. Meanwhile, Duke of Edinburgh takes center stage at the Rugby League final, presenting a prestigious trophy to deserving champions. His unwavering support for sportsmanship and dedication shines through as he celebrates their achievements. Venturing further into Pimlico's streets, one stumbles upon Hansel and Gretel Hotel on Belgrave Road. This enchanting establishment offers respite for weary travelers seeking comfort amidst bustling city life. Across waters lies Massena - a pre-dreadnought battleship proudly serving in the French Navy. Its majestic presence symbolizes strength and power while safeguarding national interests on distant shores. The world of entertainment beckons with Shirley Kellogg starring as "The Queen of Diamonds" in Elspeth Phelps' production. Her mesmerizing performance captivates audiences night after night, leaving them spellbound by her talent and grace. In other news, Kate Meyrick finds freedom after being released from prison. As she embarks on a new chapter in life, we hope she finds solace and redemption along her journey towards personal growth. Children's literature comes alive with Jack Spriggins' thrilling adventure alongside an enchanted beanstalk. Young readers are transported to magical realms where imagination knows no bounds – an escape from reality like no other. A tender moment unfolds as Mrs Gerald Legge cherishes precious moments with her young sons, Rupert and William.