Jun20 Collection

Miss Mary Ho-Tung - British Empire Exhibition
Miss Mary Ho-Tung, daughter of Sir Robert and Lady Ho-Tung, who had travelled to Britain with her parents in 1924 for the British Empire exhibition

British Empire Exhibition - Sir Robert & Lady Ho-Tung
Sir Robert and Lady Ho-Tung, who had travelled to Britain in 1924 for the British Empire Exhibition. Sir Robert was a prominent merchant in Hong Kong and associated with the firm of Jardine

The cast of Hay Fever, described as Noel Cowards Clean Play "by The Sketch
The cast of Hay Fever, described as Noel Cowards Clean Play " by The Sketch. Marie Tempest played the role of Judith Bliss, a bohemian ex-actress, while Graham Browne her husband, David Bliss

The British Empire Exhibition - Hong Kong
Page from The Sphere, reporting on the Hong Kong section of the British Empire exhibition at Wembley in 1924, complete with a business quarter

From silkworm to silk stocking - British Empire Exhibition
The silk worm farm in the Hong Kong section at the British Empire Exhibition at Wembley in 1924. Chinese girls, brought over by Sir Robert Ho Tung and Lady Ho Tung (pictured)

Prince Philip of Greece, now Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, pictured around the age of four, with his nanny, Emily Roose, probably on holiday at Berck Plage in France. Date: c.1925

Wedding of Princess Theodora of Greece (1906-69), sister of the current Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, to Prince Berthold, Margrave of Baden in 1931

The destruction of HMS Prince of Wales, 1941
The destruction of HMS Prince of Wales by Japanese aircraft and torpedoes near Kuantan, off the east coast of Malaya on 10 December 1941

The seal of a royal Minoan signet ring found at Knossos in Crete. Date: 1931

All that remained of a cliff at Beltinge near Herne Bay on the North Kent coast where residents were concerned about the level of erosion. Date: 1953

The Chinese restaurant in the Hong Kong section of the British Empire exhibition at Wembley in 1924. Date: 1924

Music hall star Fred Karno pictured posing in his Sizaire-Berwick car. Date: 1915

Fred Karno, music hall star, pictured in the well-appointed living room of his house-boat on Taggs Island near Hampton Court

Cartoon showing Syd Chaplin, actor, writer, as well as brother and manager of Charlie Chaplin, seen with one of the bathing belles in a scene called The Hydro at the Palladium variety show. Date: 1912

Clarice Mayne, popular stage actress and considered one of the finest principle boys in the pantomime business, pictured laying the first brick of the Karsino

Article in The Illustrated London News reporting on the 1933 visit of the Emir of Katsina to Britain. Top picture shows the Emir

The Emir of Katsina (seen third from left), his son (far left) and various notables at Wembley during a visit to London. The Emir had donated a white oryx antelope to the zoo. Date: 1924

Famous London Buildings Damaged in Recent Raids
Page from the Illustrated London News reporting on famous buildings damaged by air raids including St. Mary-le-Bow, St. Bride Street, Westminster Abbey and the Great Hall

Carved figures from Benin placed at the Horniman Museum in Forest Hill, SE London, thought to be associated with the hideous sacrificial rites of Benin. Date: 1897

Painting of the interior of an India Palace in the Ajunta Caves, the Museum of East India House. Date: 1849

Ruth Woods wears a simple wool jersey swim suit designed by Claire McCardell at a fashion show arranged by the New York Times. Date: 1945

German gipsies at their Glasgow encampment
German gipsies pictured at their encampment at Vinegar Hill, Glasgow, where they caused quite a stir among the locals

Brigadier-General and Mrs A. C. Lewin set off from Heston on a flight to their home in
Brigadier-General and Mrs A.C. Lewin set off from Heston on a flight to their home in Njoro, Kenya after spending a holiday in England. Date: 1935

British Empire exhibition, Hong Kong sign writer
Sign writer from Hong Kong who had travelled especially to paint signs at the British Empire Exhibition at Wembley in 1924

The Hong Kong pavilion at the British Empire exhibition at Wembley in 1924. Date: 1924

Artists impress of the Hong Kong section of the British Empire Exhibition at Wembley in 1924. Date: 1924

Aerial view of the Colonial and Native sections of the Eastern portion of the British Empire exhibition at Wembley in 1924. Date: 1924

Page from The Bystander reporting on the British Empire Exhibition at Wembley in 1924. Illustration by Howard K. Elcock show the Hong Kong gateway, with a Chinese junk and shops. Date: 1924

Noel Coward in cabaret at the Cafe de Paris
Noel Coward seen during final rehearsals for his performance in cabaret at the Cafe de Paris, London, in 1951. 28th October 1951

Page from a 1931 issue of Play Pictorial with an advertisement showing Noel Coward, an alumni of the Italia Conti School, when he appeared in the production of When the Rainbow Ends 21 years earlier

Front cover of The Tatler featuring theatrical impresario Charles B. Cochran with actresses Peggy Wood and Evelyn Laye. Wood

Alastair Hunter on Ronnie Holbechs Paladin. Date: 1942

Paladin, the horse owned by Mr. R. Holbech featured on the front cover of The Illustrated Sporting and Dramatic News in December 1940. Date: 1940

Mr R. A. Holbechs Paladin clearing the water jump in the Somerset Steeplechase at Taunton, ridden by the amateur jockey, Mr T. Hanbury. Date: 1940

"Riders up"for the first jumping race of the season at Taunton
" Riders up" for the first jumping race of the season at Taunton. The West Country was typically the first to start the National Hunt season. Date: 1940

Paladin, belonging to Mr. R. Holbech, seen clearing the last fence in the Charlton Park Steeplechase at Cheltenham in November 1940. Date: 1940

How the Vikings lived in the Shetlands in William the Conquerors time. A vivid reconstruction by Alan Sorrell of everyday life and activities in the Jarlshof Settlement near Sumburgh Head

Mr. R. Holbechs Paladin shown taking the water jump in the Three Mile Steeplechase at the Cheltenham One-Day Meeting in December 1940. Beside him is Roi d Egypte and behind is Dominics Cross

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"Memories of jun20: A Journey through Time and Empire" Step back in time to the grandeur of The British Empire Exhibition - Hong Kong, where cultures collided and marvels were unveiled. Witness Sir Robert & Lady Ho-Tung, epitomes of elegance, gracing the British Empire Exhibition with their presence. From silkworm to silk stocking, explore the fascinating transformation showcased at the exhibition. Miss Mary Ho-Tung mesmerizes visitors with her intricate craftsmanship and delicate creations. Transport yourself to a royal affair as we recall the enchanting Wedding of Princess Theodora of Greece, sister to the esteemed Duke of Edinburgh. Love knows no boundaries within empires. Amidst triumphs lie tales of tragedy; witness the heartbreaking destruction of HMS Prince of Wales in 1941—a somber reminder that even mighty vessels can succumb to fate's cruel hand. Nature's power is unrivaled as evidenced by all that remained after a cliff crumbled near Herne Bay on Kent's coast—an awe-inspiring testament to our planet's ever-changing landscapes. Indulge your taste buds at The Chinese restaurant nestled within the Hong Kong section—the flavors from afar tantalizingly close during this extraordinary exhibition. Prince Philip, then known as Prince Philip of Greece but now revered as Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh—his journey began long before his illustrious title was bestowed upon him. Discover his early days amidst empire and royalty. Immerse yourself in nostalgia as music hall star Fred Karno strikes a pose beside his Sizaire-Berwick car—a snapshot frozen in time capturing an era filled with glamour and entertainment (1915). Peek into Fred Karno's well-appointed living room aboard his house-boat—an oasis for relaxation amidst a bustling world where laughter echoed through every performance (date unknown). Unveil Syd Chaplin beyond his acting prowess; discover his multifaceted talents as an actor, writer, and brother—his journey intertwined with the golden age of entertainment.