Severe Collection (page 14)

The A591 blocked by flood debris at Thirlmere in the Lake District UK
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Road signs on Hardknott Pass in the Lake District UK
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Painted temple door panel in the Thian Hock Keng Temple, Chinatown, Singapore, Southeast Asia, Asia

On the left the granite spire known as Lady Finger peak, or Bubulimating, summit 6, 000m, high above Karimabad in the Karakoram mountains of the Northern Areas, Pakistan

Trekker enjoys the view on the Annapurna circuit trek, Jomsom, Himalayas, Nepal. The high peak in the distance is 7021m Nilgiri, forming part of a wall known as The Grand Barrier. Model released

PRINCE JOHN / 1905-19 / BABY
PRINCE JOHN The youngest son of George V, as a baby in 1906. Suffered from severe epilepsy throughout his short life

Belfast Family Photo
A rather severe looking mother and children from Belfast. They ll never marry that daughter off!

Princess of Oldenburg

Adam Costume 1939
A simple, tailored check tweed jacket worn over a pink jumper and contrasted with a skirt of vertical stripes. Brown hat, gloves, handbag & loafers add the finishing touch

Husband / Wife / Belfast 19C
Man: short S-B jacket, rounded pocket flap, bound edges & cut-away at the front. Woman: jacket body, beaded collar, ruff, open tunic & skirt with knife-pleated flounces

Costume / Photo by Watson
Man: frock coat. Woman: jacket body, gauging & buttons on the cuff, ruff at the neck, draped tunic & a skirt with pleated flounces of varying depth & a very severe hairstyle

Fishing Fleet in Storm
When a fishing fleet is caught in a severe storm, the vessels that survive pick up the crews of those which are destroyed

Messina Earthquake - 1
MESSINA, SICILY In Sicily, Calabria and Provence - and particularly at Messina - a severe earthquake causes much loss of life and destruction of property

Niels Finsen Portrait
NIELS RYBERG FINSEN Danish medical pioneer who despite his own severe medical problems made important discoveries and received the Nobel Prize in 1903

Battle of Kentish Knock
BATTLE OF THE KENTISH KNOCK 1st Anglo-Dutch War. Admiral Witte de With & the Dutch fleet engage the English, led by Blake but are beaten back with severe losses

St Thais / Legende Doree
SAINT THAIS OF ALEXANDRIA courtesan converted by St Paphnutius, whereupon she made a public bonfire of her wealth and became a nun, submitting to severe austerities

Male Type / Legrain 1915
This rather forbidding man is the son of a soldier who fought in 1870

Soldiers in Fur
Soldiers stationed at Governors Island (U.S.A.) were provided with fur hats and gloves to protect them from the severe cold wintery conditions

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"Captivating the Severe Elegance of Autumn Fashion in 1955: A Glimpse into Tatler's Stylish World" Step into the enchanting world of The Tatler Autumn Fashion Number 1955, where elegance meets severity. From the mysterious allure of Professor Moriarty to the court airing at Fountain Mental Hospital in Tooting, Surrey, this edition takes you on a sartorial journey like no other. Discover Dunbar Castle's majestic backdrop as Scotland sets the stage for fashion royalty. Prince John's timeless style from 1914-19 graces our pages with an ILN tribute that leaves a lasting impression. A serious teenage girl captivates hearts with her enigmatic gaze while an Old Maid card reminds us of life's unexpected twists and turns. Intrigue unfolds as young men confidently recline or kneel on couches, their bare torsos exuding both vulnerability and strength. Father Eymard's bronze sculpture from 1963 adds a touch of divine artistry to this captivating collection. Amidst it all, a young man dons an open plaid shirt in a backyard setting, effortlessly blending casual charm with rugged sophistication. The Childrens Ward at Fountain Mental Hospital offers glimpses of hope and resilience amidst adversity—a reminder that even in severe circumstances, joy can be found. As we delve into these pages filled with striking visuals and thought-provoking narratives, we are reminded that true beauty lies not only in perfection but also in embracing life’s complexities. Join us on this extraordinary journey through time and fashion as we celebrate the profound impact that even seemingly severe moments can have on our lives—forever etched within our memories like treasured works of art.