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Play Room Collection

Step into the enchanting world of a children's playroom, where imagination knows no bounds

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Childrens Playroom, St Pelagias Home, Highgate

Childrens Playroom, St Pelagias Home, Highgate
The childrens playroom at St Pelagias Home for penitent girls at 34 Highgate West Hill, London N6. The home provided accommodation for unmarried mothers and their children. Date: circa 1932

Background imagePlay Room Collection: The Party by Muriel Dawson

The Party by Muriel Dawson
A little girl in a pink dress entertains her toys with a tea party in her playroom

Background imagePlay Room Collection: A Play Room for the Poor in Islington (engraving)

A Play Room for the Poor in Islington (engraving)
1046190 A Play Room for the Poor in Islington (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Play Room for the Poor in Islington)

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Boy and Girl playing Doctors and Nurses with sick doll (colour litho)

Boy and Girl playing Doctors and Nurses with sick doll (colour litho)
3092812 Boy and Girl playing Doctors and Nurses with sick doll (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePlay Room Collection: The Creche, or Babys Home, in Stepney (engraving)

The Creche, or Babys Home, in Stepney (engraving)
1052454 The Creche, or Babys Home, in Stepney (engraving) by Pyle, Howard (1853-1911) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Creche, or Babys Home, in Stepney)

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Girl and boy lie on the floor surrounded by toys

Girl and boy lie on the floor surrounded by toys
Girl and boy lying on the floor surrounded by their toys, whilst reading a story book. Watercolour painting by Raymond Sheppard

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Boy on Rocking Horse

Boy on Rocking Horse

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Toys

Toys. Teddy bears and a toy train

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Boy playing in a Wendy house

Boy playing in a Wendy house
MODEL RELEASED. Boy playing in a Wendy house. He is eighteen months years old

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Girl playing in a Wendy house

Girl playing in a Wendy house
MODEL RELEASED. Girl playing in a Wendy house. She is eight years old

Background imagePlay Room Collection: Canberra: tourist class playroom

Canberra: tourist class playroom
Colour illustration depicting the tourist class playroom for young travellers on board P&Os superliner Canberra around the time of her maiden voyage to Sydney, Australia in 1961

Background imagePlay Room Collection: The Childrens Playroom, R. M. S. P. Almanzora, 1920

The Childrens Playroom, R. M. S. P. Almanzora, 1920
Photograph of the Childrens Playroom aboard Royal Mail Steam Packet Companys Almanzora, 1920. Launched in 1914, she served as an Armed Cruiser in World War I, then was reconverted into a liner


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Step into the enchanting world of a children's playroom, where imagination knows no bounds. St Pelagias Home in Highgate is a haven for little ones to explore and create memories that will last a lifetime. Inspired by Muriel Dawson's masterpiece, "The Party, " this playroom exudes joy and laughter. As you step inside, you are greeted by an awe-inspiring scene – a playroom designed specifically for the underprivileged children of Islington. The walls adorned with engravings depict the vibrant life within these four walls. A boy and girl passionately engage in their favorite game of Doctors and Nurses, nursing their sick doll back to health with utmost care. In another corner stands "The Creche, " also known as Babys Home, located in Stepney. This engraving captures the essence of love and compassion as caretakers nurture young souls amidst colorful toys and playful giggles. A boy and girl lie on the floor surrounded by an array of toys – their imaginations running wild as they embark on countless adventures together. A rocking horse takes center stage, providing endless hours of fun-filled galloping journeys through imaginary lands. Toys fill every nook and cranny; each one holding its own story waiting to be discovered. From dolls to cars, puzzles to building blocks – there is something for every child's unique interests. Wendy houses become magical realms where dreams come true - boys and girls alike find solace within these miniature abodes. Their creativity flourishes as they transform into architects or storytellers while playing inside these cozy spaces. Even during travel, joy follows children wherever they go. In Canberra's tourist class playroom, little travelers find respite from long journeys by immersing themselves in games that transport them far beyond their physical surroundings. A playroom is not just a room filled with toys.