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Background imageRoles Collection: Myrtle Newton, hotel driver, WW1

Myrtle Newton, hotel driver, WW1
Miss Myrtle Newton of Cambridge who had accepted the post of motor car driver at the Kings Head Hotel in Cirencester on the understanding that by so doing she would release a man for service during

Background imageRoles Collection: The Favourite Wins by H. M. Bateman

The Favourite Wins by H. M. Bateman
Humorous illustration by H.M. Bateman showing a reversal of roles. A group of jockeys in different coloured silks sprint for the finishing post while excitable horses in the stands cheer on the winner

Background imageRoles Collection: Errol Flynn / Warner

Errol Flynn / Warner
ERROL FLYNN Irish-American film actor, best known for his swashbuckling roles

Background imageRoles Collection: Fulton Mackay and Sprocket, filming in Cornwall

Fulton Mackay and Sprocket, filming in Cornwall
The actor Fulton Mackay (1922-1987) and Sprocket, filming the TV series Fraggle Rock at St Anthonys Lighthouse near Falmouth, Cornwall

Background imageRoles Collection: Cover for Brochure advertising Triplex Grates / Ranges

Cover for Brochure advertising Triplex Grates / Ranges
A cook proudly produces a loaf - another successful piece of cooking using her Triplex Garte / Range. Date: circa 1927

Background imageRoles Collection: Patons knitting wools advertisement, WW1 comforts

Patons knitting wools advertisement, WW1 comforts
Advertisement for Patons Alloa knitting wools during the First World War featuring a Red Cross nurse busy knitting and the words, Every Woman Can Help. Date: c.1915

Background imageRoles Collection: ADELINA PATTI 1843-1919

ADELINA PATTI 1843-1919
ADELINA PATTI American operatic soprano born in Madrid of Italian parentage. Sang roles in operas of Bellini, Rossini and Gounod

Background imageRoles Collection: William Kemp, Dancer

William Kemp, Dancer
WILLIAM KEMP(E) English actor and dancer in comic roles. Famous for jigs and for morris dancing from London to Norwich

Background imageRoles Collection: The Mystic Nativity, Painting by Sandro Botticelli (1 March 1445)

The Mystic Nativity, Painting by Sandro Botticelli (1 March 1445)
The Mystic Nativity, Painting by Sandro Botticelli (1 March 1445, 1510), one of the most important Italian painters and draughtsmen of the early Renaissance, Historic

Background imageRoles Collection: Die Geburt der Venus, Birth Of Venus (1485)

Die Geburt der Venus, Birth Of Venus (1485), Painting by Sandro Botticelli (1 March 1445, 1510), one of the most important Italian painters and draughtsmen of the early Renaissance, Historic

Background imageRoles Collection: Portrait of Thomas Henry Huxley

Portrait of Thomas Henry Huxley, 1825 - 1895, English biologist and anthropologist, specialized in comparative anatomy, frontispiece to his book „Evidence as to Man's Place in Nature", 1863

Background imageRoles Collection: D. A. Clarke-Smith

D. A. Clarke-Smith
British actor D. A. Clarke-Smith (1888-1959) appearing in a variety of guises in the play Queer Fish at the Apollo Theatre. Date: 1931

Background imageRoles Collection: Advertisement for the Western Electric vacuum cleaner with a women patiently cleaning

Advertisement for the Western Electric vacuum cleaner with a women patiently cleaning the carpet around her snoozing husband. Lets hope that cigarette falls into his lap and wakes him up. Date: c.1924

Background imageRoles Collection: Dod Procter, English artist with one of her paintings of a nude woman (b / w photo)

Dod Procter, English artist with one of her paintings of a nude woman (b / w photo)
6015472 Dod Procter, English artist with one of her paintings of a nude woman (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dod Procter (1890-1972)

Background imageRoles Collection: Mary Casson - Sir Gerald du Maurier in Barries Dear Brutus

Mary Casson - Sir Gerald du Maurier in Barries Dear Brutus
J. M. Barries fantasy, Dear Brutus - 1929 performance - Mary Casson (1914-2009) in the role of Margaret

Background imageRoles Collection: Dan Leno as Mrs. Twankey 1897

Dan Leno as Mrs. Twankey 1897
Dan Leno (1860 1904), as Mrs.Twankey in Aladdin at Drury Lane Theatre, London. Leading English music hall comedian and musical theatre actor during the late Victorian era. Date: 1897

Background imageRoles Collection: Mrs A. E. Grant (Bettine Stuart-Wortley) as a nurse, WW1

Mrs A. E. Grant (Bettine Stuart-Wortley) as a nurse, WW1
Mrs A. E. Grant, the former Bettine Stuart-Wortley, pictured around the time of her marriage in nursing uniform as she was doing war work at a hospital in Cavendish Square, London

Background imageRoles Collection: Alice Joyce Actress

Alice Joyce Actress
Alice Joyce (1890 - 1955) American actress, best known for her silent films between (1923 - 1930). 1926

Background imageRoles Collection: Brochure advertising Triplex Grates / Ranges

Brochure advertising Triplex Grates / Ranges
A cook proudly produces a loaf - another successful piece of cooking using her Triplex Garte / Range. Home made with Triplex! Date: circa 1920s

Background imageRoles Collection: Caricature of Nellie Farren and Edward Ledger

Caricature of Nellie Farren and Edward Ledger
Caricature of Nellie Farren (1848-1904), English actress and singer, and Edward Ledger (18??-1921), editor of The Era theatrical newspaper

Background imageRoles Collection: Lloyd Georges Munition Girls

Lloyd Georges Munition Girls
Front cover of a book describing womens experiences in a munitions factory during the First World War with a detailed account by an anonymous female shell-maker

Background imageRoles Collection: Lady Constance Stewart-Richardson, WW1

Lady Constance Stewart-Richardson, WW1
Lady Constance Stewart-Richardson (1883-1932), daughter of the 2nd Earl of Cromartie, society figure, danced and promoter of the healthy benefits of exercise

Background imageRoles Collection: Lady Londonderry, WW1

Lady Londonderry, WW1
Edith Vane-Tempest-Stewart, Marchioness of Londonderry DBE (3 December 1878 23 April 1959), noted society hostess,

Background imageRoles Collection: Women as electricians WWI

Women as electricians WWI
Women in London electric station

Background imageRoles Collection: Frances Kelly Actress

Frances Kelly Actress
Frances " Fanny" Kelly, immensely talented and popular Irish actress, appeared mostly at Drury Lane for 36 years with undiminished acclaim, renowned for comedy roles

Background imageRoles Collection: Barrister, Woman Of The Future (b / w photo)

Barrister, Woman Of The Future (b / w photo)
3092907 Barrister, Woman Of The Future (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Barrister, Woman Of The Future)

Background imageRoles Collection: Patsy Cornwallis-West, Irish born aristocrat and mistress of King Edward VII (b / w photo)

Patsy Cornwallis-West, Irish born aristocrat and mistress of King Edward VII (b / w photo)
6015459 Patsy Cornwallis-West, Irish born aristocrat and mistress of King Edward VII (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageRoles Collection: Ladies of the Land - Society Workers on a model farm, WW1

Ladies of the Land - Society Workers on a model farm, WW1
A model farm at West Malvern where girls of the higher social classes are trained in the practical work and theory of dairying, including cheese-making, poultry culture, goat-keeping, and so

Background imageRoles Collection: Conservative Ladies

Conservative Ladies
A Meeting of Primrose Dames - leading conservative ladies in Lady Salisburys drawing room. Few if any of them favour the emancipation of woman

Background imageRoles Collection: Charles Glenney, Actor

Charles Glenney, Actor
CHARLES GLENNEY actor who is reported as playing many roles about this time : here he is as Don John in Shakespeares Much ado about nothing 1883

Background imageRoles Collection: Brazil: Fishing boats in the harbour of Manaus on the Amazon

Brazil: Fishing boats in the harbour of Manaus on the Amazon

Background imageRoles Collection: Fish, Fish, Cod family, Gadus carbonarius

Fish, Fish, Cod family, Gadus carbonarius, Der charburner, the Coal Fish, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Johnston Forbes-Robertson (1853 - 1937)

Johnston Forbes-Robertson (1853 - 1937), English actor and theatre manager. Photograph taken when he was Othello at Lyric Theatre, London. Date: 1901

Background imageRoles Collection: Picture series German fairy tales

Picture series German fairy tales, Till Eulenspiegel, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from around 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: Picture series puzzle, selling firewood

Picture series puzzle, selling firewood, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from about 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: Picture series Singing groups, Quintet sings the Barber of Seville by Rossini

Picture series Singing groups, Quintet sings the Barber of Seville by Rossini, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collective picture from ca 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: Picture series Picture puzzle, Japan

Picture series Picture puzzle, Japan, Hairdresser cuts off plait, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from ca 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: Picture series Children in various professions with Liebig glass

Picture series Children in various professions with Liebig glass, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from around 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: Series of pictures of children in various professions with Liebig glass

Series of pictures of children in various professions with Liebig glass, cook, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from around 1900, public domain

Background imageRoles Collection: Series of pictures of children in various professions with Liebig glass

Series of pictures of children in various professions with Liebig glass, cook, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from around 1900, public domain

Background imageRoles Collection: Picture series Children in various professions with Liebig glass

Picture series Children in various professions with Liebig glass, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from around 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: Series of pictures of children in various professions with Liebig glass

Series of pictures of children in various professions with Liebig glass, cook, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from around 1900, public domain

Background imageRoles Collection: Picture series Children in various professions with Liebig glass

Picture series Children in various professions with Liebig glass, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collector's picture from around 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: Series of pictures from the Philippines

Series of pictures from the Philippines, homes of the islanders with smithy, Liebig picture, digitally restored reproduction of a collective picture from ca 1900, public domain, exact date unknown

Background imageRoles Collection: West view of the ruins of Cowdray House

West view of the ruins of Cowdray House, Sussex, from the Court, England, digitally restored reproduction of a 19th century original by John Buckler, date not given

Background imageRoles Collection: Martin Farquhar Tupper, 1810-1889

Martin Farquhar Tupper, 1810-1889, English poet, writer and lawyer. Painted by DJPound after a photograph by Mayall

Background imageRoles Collection: General Francis Edward Todleben

General Francis Edward Todleben, 1818-1884, Russian general and engineer, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Moritz Heinrich Freiherr von Boyneburg-Lengsfeld

Moritz Heinrich Freiherr von Boyneburg-Lengsfeld, also Boineburg, (born 2 October 1788 in Weimar, died 20 September 1868 in Vienna) was a German officer, first in French and then Austrian service

Background imageRoles Collection: The boy goes to sea as an apprentice

The boy goes to sea as an apprentice, the family bids him farewell in the kitchen, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, c. 1890, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Sailor Admiral Tegetthoff from Bremerhaven to the Barents Sea

Sailor Admiral Tegetthoff from Bremerhaven to the Barents Sea, Arctic, Austro-Hungarian polar expedition with Captain Carl Weyprecht, 1872, 1873

Background imageRoles Collection: Snowstorm in the pack ice on a winter night in 1873

Snowstorm in the pack ice on a winter night in 1873, Polar bear

Background imageRoles Collection: Ernst von Bandel, 1800, 1876, full name: Joseph Ernst von Bandel

Ernst von Bandel, 1800, 1876, full name: Joseph Ernst von Bandel, was a German architect, sculptor and painter, Historic, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original

Background imageRoles Collection: Landscape painter studying agriculture

Landscape painter studying agriculture, Germany, Peasant woman, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated, Europe

Background imageRoles Collection: Spring, Priest sits in the garden and works on his sermon

Spring, Priest sits in the garden and works on his sermon, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Josef Winkler (1794-1869), around 1850 pharmacist in Vienna

Josef Winkler (1794-1869), around 1850 pharmacist in Vienna, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Johann Matthias Ranftl (born 20 January 1804 in Vienna)

Johann Matthias Ranftl (born 20 January 1804 in Vienna)
Johann Matthias Ranftl (born 20 January 1804 in Vienna, died 1 November 1854 in Vienna) was an Austrian painter and graphic artist, Historic

Background imageRoles Collection: Ivan Forrav (1817, 1852), Hungarian painter

Ivan Forrav (1817, 1852), Hungarian painter, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Hermenegild Ritter von Francesconi

Hermenegild Ritter von Francesconi, Italian: Ermenegildo Daniele Francesconi, (born 9 October 1795 in Cordignano, Veneto, died 8 June 1862 in Sacile, Veneto) was an Austrian railway engineer

Background imageRoles Collection: Giovanni Gentiluomo (9 June 1809 in Vienna - 21 March (A 1) 1866 ibid

Giovanni Gentiluomo (9 June 1809 in Vienna - 21 March (A 1) 1866 ibid.) was an Austrian academic painter, opera singer and singing teacher, Historic

Background imageRoles Collection: Georg Carabelli, Edler von Lunkaszprie (born 11 December 1787 (or 1788) in Pest

Georg Carabelli, Edler von Lunkaszprie (born 11 December 1787 (or 1788) in Pest, Hungarian name: Karabely Gyoergy

Background imageRoles Collection: Georg Carabelli, Edler von Lunkaszprie (born 11 December 1787 (or 1788) in Pest

Georg Carabelli, Edler von Lunkaszprie (born 11 December 1787 (or 1788) in Pest, Hungarian name: Karabely Gyoergy

Background imageRoles Collection: Friedrich Franz Schnirch (born 7 June 1791 in Patek near Laun)

Friedrich Franz Schnirch (born 7 June 1791 in Patek near Laun)
Friedrich Franz Schnirch (born 7 June 1791 in Patek near Laun, died 25 November 1868 in Vienna) was a German-Bohemian bridge engineer

Background imageRoles Collection: Franz Xaver Steinitz (c. 1820-1880)

Franz Xaver Steinitz (c. 1820-1880), railway engineer, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Franz Scholl, since 1833 Freiherr von Scholl (born 8 January 1772 in Aachen)

Franz Scholl, since 1833 Freiherr von Scholl (born 8 January 1772 in Aachen)
Franz Scholl, since 1833 Freiherr von Scholl (born 8 January 1772 in Aachen, died 3 September 1838 in Verona) was an Austrian officer and engineer for fortress construction, Historical

Background imageRoles Collection: Franz Schweighofer (1797-1861)

Franz Schweighofer (1797-1861), engineer, landscape painter, lithographer, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original, Record date not stated

Background imageRoles Collection: Ellen Alice Terry (1847-1928) English actress

Ellen Alice Terry (1847-1928) English actress. From 1878 she worked successfully with Henry Irving for 25 years. Here as Ophelia in the tragedy Hamlet by William Shakespeare ca

Background imageRoles Collection: David Wilkie (1785-1841), Scottish painter

David Wilkie (1785-1841), Scottish painter. Engraving after a portrait by Andrew Geddes

Background imageRoles Collection: Mariano Jose Maria Bernardo Fortuny y Marsal

Mariano Jose Maria Bernardo Fortuny y Marsal, born 1838, died 1874, Spanish painter

Background imageRoles Collection: Pierre Pithou, also known as Petrus Pithoeus

Pierre Pithou, also known as Petrus Pithoeus, 1539, 1596, French lawyer and scholar

Background imageRoles Collection: Open-air hairdressers and barbers in the Seraskerat district of Istanbul

Open-air hairdressers and barbers in the Seraskerat district of Istanbul, Constantinople, Turkey, View from 1885, Historical, digitally restored reproduction from a 19th century original

Background imageRoles Collection: Maximilien de Robespierre, 6 May 1758

Maximilien de Robespierre, 6 May 1758, 28 July 1794, baptised Maximilien-Francois-Marie-Isidore, also known as the Incorruptible, was a French lawyer, revolutionary and leading Jacobin politician

Background imageRoles Collection: Franz Reuleaux, 30 September 1829

Franz Reuleaux, 30 September 1829, 20 August 1905, was a German engineer who was active in many fields of mechanical engineering, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageRoles Collection: George Stephenson, 9 June 1781

George Stephenson, 9 June 1781, 12 August 1848, was an English engineer and the main founder of the railway system, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageRoles Collection: Andrzej Tadeusz Bonawentura Kosciuszko

Andrzej Tadeusz Bonawentura Kosciuszko, 4 February 1746, 15 October 1817

Background imageRoles Collection: Calender, a system of several heated and polished steel rollers arranged on top of each other

Calender, a system of several heated and polished steel rollers arranged on top of each other, through the gaps of which a melt or other materials are fed

Background imageRoles Collection: Friedrich Kapp (born 13 April 1824)

Friedrich Kapp (born 13 April 1824)
Friedrich Kapp (born 13 April 1824, died 27 October 1884) was a German-American lawyer, writer and politician, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageRoles Collection: Friedrich August Christian Siegmund Kaulbach

Friedrich August Christian Siegmund Kaulbach, since 1884 Ritter von Kaulbach, also Fritz August von Kaulbach, (born 2 June 1850, died 26 January 1920) was a German painter, Historical

Background imageRoles Collection: Jozef Israels (* 27 January 1824)

Jozef Israels (* 27 January 1824)
Jozef Israels (* 27 January 1824, † 12 August 1911) was a Dutch painter and graphic artist, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageRoles Collection: Bonaventura Genelli, 28 September 1798

Bonaventura Genelli, 28 September 1798, 13 November 1868, also Buonaventura Genelli, was a German painter and graphic artist with Italian ancestors, Historical

Background imageRoles Collection: Galileo Galilei, 15 February 1564

Galileo Galilei, 15 February 1564, 8 January 1642, was an Italian polymath

Background imageRoles Collection: Robert Fulton, 14 November 1765

Robert Fulton, 14 November 1765, 24 February 1815, was an American engineer, he built the first usable steamships and the Nautilus submarine, Historical

Background imageRoles Collection: Francois-Judith-Paul Grevy, 15 August 1807

Francois-Judith-Paul Grevy, 15 August 1807, 9 September 1891, French lawyer and politician. He was president from 1879 to 1887, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageRoles Collection: Giotto di Bondone, 1276, 8 January 1337

Giotto di Bondone, 1276, 8 January 1337, also known as Giotto, was an Italian painter and master builder, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century

Background imageRoles Collection: Salomon Gessner, 1 April 1730, 2 March 1788

Salomon Gessner, 1 April 1730, 2 March 1788, Swiss idyllic poet, painter and graphic artist, Historical, digital reproduction of an original from the 19th century



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EDITORS COMMENTS

"The Favourite Wins: Celebrating the Versatility of Roles" H. M. Bateman's iconic illustration, "The Favourite Wins, " captures the essence in society, showcasing how individuals can rise to prominence. Errol Flynn's unforgettable performances at Warner Bros exemplify his ability to seamlessly transition between different roles, captivating audiences with his versatility. Fulton Mackay and Sprocket filming in Cornwall demonstrate the dedication actors have towards their craft as they immerse themselves in various roles, bringing stories to life on screen. The cover for a brochure advertising Triplex Grates/Ranges reminds us that even everyday objects play important supporting roles in our lives by providing comfort and functionality. Patons knitting wools advertisement during WW1 highlights the vital role played by knitters who provided warmth and solace through their handcrafted creations for soldiers on the front lines. Adelina Patti, an extraordinary opera singer from 1843-1919, showcased her talent across diverse musical genres throughout her illustrious career – a true testament to her ability to embrace different roles within her artistry. William Kemp's legacy as a dancer showcases how performers push boundaries and explore new artistic territories while assuming various dance styles and characters throughout history. An advertisement featuring a woman patiently cleaning with the Western Electric vacuum cleaner emphasizes how household chores are essential but often overlooked roles that contribute to maintaining cleanliness and orderliness within homes. Mary Casson brilliantly portrayed Sir Gerald du Maurier in Barrie's Dear Brutus, reminding us of the transformative power of acting where one person can assume multiple identities through their portrayal of different characters or historical figures. Mrs A. E Grant (Bettine Stuart-Wortley) serving as a nurse during WW1 symbolizes women stepping into crucial caregiving roles during times of crisis when their compassion and expertise were desperately needed on the front lines.

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