Lifts Collection

Otis Electric Elevator
OTIS electric elevator Date: 1890

Fishing fleet drawn up on beach and East Hill lift, Hastings, Sussex, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Stockings 1920S Photo
A young woman, wearing a fur coat, cloche hat & T-bar shoes, lifts her leg up on a bench in order to reveal her stocking tops & garters

The Leas Lift at Folkestone, Kent
View of the Leas Lift at Folkestone, Kent. It was designed by R.G. Waygood in 1885, and in 1890 it was decided to build a further lift alongside

Holeproof Hosiery 1924
A woman, so proud & pleased with her Holeproof stockings, bends down to admire them while she daintily lifts her black see-through shift out of the way

1910 SimpleX Date: 1953

London Life - The Busy Docks of the Port of London Date: circa 1940

The Pain-Proof Man & Captain Ringman Jack - Ripley s
Arthur Plumhoff The Human Pincushion - The Pain-Proof Man (left) and Captain Ringman Jack, who lifted weights through holes through his breasts

Stationery, Hotel Royal Grande Bretagne, Florence, Italy. 1890s

Pin-Up in Petticoat
Pin-up girl lifts up her flounced petticoat revealing shapely legs & broderie anglaise edged knickers as she stands between a Christmas tree & a full-length mirror

Showing her Knickers
A young woman lifts her dress to reveal her drawers which have decorative vandyked trim. She also wears a cloche hat, silk stockings and tango heel shoes

The Cunard Liner RMS Mauretania - Passenger Elevators. Date: 1922

Sam Torrance Lifts The Trophy Ryder Cup The Belfry, 15 September 1985 Date: 15 September 1985

A Royal Navy Westland Wessex HU5, XT485, lifts supplies ?
A Royal Navy Westland Wessex HU5, XT485, lifts supplies from HMS Hermes (R12)

A Korean terracotta jar / pot seller and his seated chum
A Korean terracotta jar/pot seller and his seated chum (smiling) Date: circa 1910

Firefighters working at scene of restaurant fire, Biggin Hill, SE London

Alleged Abnormal levitation of a table
Undated photograph of the alleged abnormal levitation of a table (inverted), photographed at a sance with Mrs Poole of Winnipeg. HPG/1/7/25

Thor Washing Machine
This housewife is delighted with her Thor washing machine which converts to a dishwasher when she lifts out the Clothes Tub and slips in th Dish- Washing Unit

Advert for R. Waygood & Co. lift makers 1898 Advert for R. Waygood & Co
Advertisement for R Waygood and Co. Lift Makers (by appointment to H M the Queen) specialising in Electric, hydraulic and Belt Driven lifts for all buildings. Date: 1898

Elevators (lifts) by Leon Edoux for carrying passengers to the second and third levels of the Eiffel Tower
530830 Elevators (lifts) by Leon Edoux for carrying passengers to the second and third levels of the Eiffel Tower. Engraving, Paris, 1889; Universal History Archive/UIG.

2012 Masters Historic Festival Brands Hatch, UK. 26th May 2012. Masters Pre 66 Touring Cars. World Copyright: Kevin Wood/LAT Photographic. Ref: Digital Image IMG_5667a

2012 Masters Historic Festival Brands Hatch, UK. 26th May 2012. Pre 66 Historic GP cars. World Copyright: Kevin Wood/LAT Photographic. Ref: Digital Image IMG_5315a

Joan of Arc at the Siege of Orleans
Joan of Arc (Jeanne d Arc) (1412-1431) - on a divine quest to aid France against the English. She bore a white banner bearing the image of God and two Angels

England, East Sussex, Hastings, Old Town, East Hill Lift aka East Cliff Railway

SPRING SKIING FALLS CREEK FEATURE
Skiers make the most of the spring snow at Falls Creek Alpine Resort in Falls Creek, Sept. 5, 2016. (aP Image/Tracey Nearmy)

Sarsaparilla Ad Date: 1895

Karl Wilhelm Diefenbach silhouette from Divine Youth series
Karl Wilhelm Diefenbach silhouette from the Divine Youth series - a weightlifter. Date: 1911

Lift from underneath
Marcus Cederberg

Poster, Skiing in the Italian Alps - Limone, Piemonte Date: 1953

Comic postcard - Train Held up - in broad daylight!
A young paper boy winks at a passing gent, who is paying close attention to the pretty young lady wearing a glamorous pink dress (which she is holding up) and enormous hat

Tower Bridge opening its bascules to let tall ships go past. Date: 1900

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Austria, Salzburg, Morning fog lifts over Salzburg, home of Mozart and one of Austria's most photogenic cities. Date: 19/07/2007

Chris Robshaw Lifts The Trophy After Beating New Zealand England V New Zealand Rugby Union England V NZ Rugby UnionQbe International Twickenham, Middlesex

Martin Johnson Lifts The 6 Nations Championship Trophy England Rugby Union Ireland Rugby UnionV England Rugby Union2003 Lansdowne Road, Dublin, Ireland 30 March 2003 Date: 30 March 2003

Ibanez Lifts 5 Nation Trophy Wales V France 07 April 1998 Date: 07 April 1998

G. Hastings Lifts Scots, In Last
G.Hastings Lifts Scots, In Last Minutes Of Calcutta Cup Match 05 February 1994 Date: 05 February 1994

Bob Weir Lifts European Cup European Cup Date: 16 July 2000

Andrew Strauss Lifts The Ashes 5th Ashes Test Match 5th Ashes Test Match, Npower Test Series 2009 The Brit Oval, London, England 23 August 2009 Date: 23 August 2009

Glenn Mcgrath Lifts World Cup Pakistan V Australia 20 June 1999 Date: 20 June 1999

Ricky Ponting Lifts World Cup Pakistan V Australia 20 June 1999 Date: 20 June 1999

Steve Waugh Lifts World Cup Pakistan V Australia 20 June 1999 Date: 20 June 1999

Younus Khan Lifts World Cup Pakistan V Sri Lanka Pakistan V Sri Lanka Lords, London, England 21 June 2009 Date: 21 June 2009

Younus Khan Lifts Trophy Pakistan V Sri Lanka Pakistan V Sri Lanka Lords, London, England 21 June 2009 Date: 21 June 2009

Olazabal Lifts Edoardo Molinari 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort 2010 Ryder Cup, Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport, Wales Celtic Manor Resort, City Of Newport

The Leeds automatic telephone exchange (b / w photo)
3652677 The Leeds automatic telephone exchange (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Leeds automatic telephone exchange)

Cross-section of the workings of an English coal mine (litho)
6014400 Cross-section of the workings of an English coal mine (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cross-section of the workings of an English coal mine)

High Level Airport (litho)
2812566 High Level Airport (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: High Level Airport. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

Tremendous Adventure (Colour Litho)
2783863 Tremendous Adventure (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Terrible adventure)

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"Lifts: A Journey through Time and Space" Step into the world of lifts, where innovation meets convenience. From the iconic Otis Electric Elevator to the bustling fishing fleet drawn up on the beach in Hastings, England, they have played a pivotal role in shaping our lives. In 1930, the East Hill lift in Hastings soared above the picturesque town, offering breathtaking views of Sussex's stunning coastline. Meanwhile, it was lifts that held up the mighty R101 airship during its construction – a testament to their strength and reliability. Travel back to the glamorous 1920s when stockings were alluringly showcased in photographs. The Holeproof Hosiery ad from 1924 captures both elegance and style as women embraced fashion trends with grace. But they can not just about reaching new heights; they also bring warmth and comfort. Imagine cozying up by a crackling fire as your bum is gently warmed – pure bliss. They have even become synonymous with triumph as golf legend Sam Torrance proudly raises his trophy high above his head after an exhilarating victory. It's moments like these that remind us how they are elevate not only physical spaces but also our spirits. From vintage SimpleX models dating back to 1910 to modern marvels found across London's busy docks, lifts continue to evolve alongside our ever-changing world. They effortlessly connect people and places while ensuring seamless transportation for goods and passengers alike. Yet amidst this progress lies curiosity – enter Ripley's "The Pain-Proof Man" and Captain Ringman Jack who defy conventional understanding with their extraordinary feats inside elevators. Even beyond borders, lifts leave an indelible mark on global landmarks such as Florence's Hotel Royal Grande Bretagne stationery store. Here, visitors experience both luxury and convenience at every floor they explore.