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Thirties Collection

"Journeying through the Thirties: A Captivating Era of Innovation, Adventure

Background imageThirties Collection: Austin Seven Ruby 1937 Red

Austin Seven Ruby 1937 Red

Background imageThirties Collection: Trains transporting coal at Houghton Main Colliery in 1930

Trains transporting coal at Houghton Main Colliery in 1930
Trains transporting coal at Houghton Main Colliery near Barnsley in 1930

Background imageThirties Collection: Fritz Kreisler (litho)

Fritz Kreisler (litho)
7155199 Fritz Kreisler (litho) by Wiener, Hilda Beatrice (1877-1940); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fritz Kreisler. Illustration for Pencil Portraits of Concert Celebrities by Hilda Wiener with)

Background imageThirties Collection: Citroen Traction Avant or Light 15

Citroen Traction Avant or Light 15

Background imageThirties Collection: Brain blood vessels, 3D angiogram C007 / 1981

Brain blood vessels, 3D angiogram C007 / 1981
Brain blood vessels. Coloured 3D lateral angiogram (blood vessel X-ray) of the blood vessels in the brain of a healthy 32-year-old

Background imageThirties Collection: The Tube Station, c. 1932 (linocut printed in colours on tissue Japan)

The Tube Station, c. 1932 (linocut printed in colours on tissue Japan)
659543 The Tube Station, c.1932 (linocut printed in colours on tissue Japan) by Power, Cyril Edward (1874-1951); 25.5x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Tube Station)

Background imageThirties Collection: Maine Road football ground 1934

Maine Road football ground 1934
Aerial picture of the Maine Road ground taken when Manchester City played Sheffield Wednesday in March 1934

Background imageThirties Collection: Apollo 17 astronaut

Apollo 17 astronaut. US astronaut and geologist Dr Harrison Schmitt exploring the Taurus-Littrow region of the Moon, as part of NASAs Apollo 17 mission

Background imageThirties Collection: Labworth Cafe, Canvey Island

Labworth Cafe, Canvey Island
A pioneering building of the Modern Movement, and one of the only architectural designs by Ove Arup. Canvey Island, Essex. IoE 461758

Background imageThirties Collection: Amy Johnson

Amy Johnson
Pilot Amy Johnson 1936

Background imageThirties Collection: Lambeth Walk in the rain 1938

Lambeth Walk in the rain 1938

Background imageThirties Collection: Mallard steaming over Ribblehead Viaduct

Mallard steaming over Ribblehead Viaduct
The steam locomotive engine Mallard crossing the Ribblehead Viaduct in Lancashire in 1995

Background imageThirties Collection: Ford Model A Roadster

Ford Model A Roadster

Background imageThirties Collection: Astronaut Alan Bean on the Moon

Astronaut Alan Bean on the Moon during the Apollo 12 moon landings, holding equipment for experiments. The second manned mission to land on the Moon, Apollo 12

Background imageThirties Collection: Advertising poster for the Flying Boats of Imperial Airways

Advertising poster for the Flying Boats of Imperial Airways
1198131 Advertising poster for the Flying Boats of Imperial Airways, 1937 (offset colour lithograph) by English School, (20th century)

Background imageThirties Collection: Austin Seven Ruby 1937 Red

Austin Seven Ruby 1937 Red

Background imageThirties Collection: California: US Battleships at anchor, Long Beach (photo)

California: US Battleships at anchor, Long Beach (photo)
5995752 California: US Battleships at anchor, Long Beach (photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: US Battleships at anchor, Long Beach)

Background imageThirties Collection: Croydon High Street 1932

Croydon High Street 1932
High Street and the corner of George Street Croydon 1932

Background imageThirties Collection: Aerial view of Plymouth Hoe 1937

Aerial view of Plymouth Hoe 1937
Aerial view of Plymouth Hoe Devon 1936

Background imageThirties Collection: Arbroath fishwives

Arbroath fishwives in Glamis, Scotland, 1930s

Background imageThirties Collection: Train passing Manchester United Football Ground, 1935

Train passing Manchester United Football Ground, 1935
Manchester United grandstand platform under construction, with steam train passing Old Trafford Main Stand and the train station around the time it was built in 1935

Background imageThirties Collection: Stone therapy

Stone therapy
MODEL RELEASED. Stone therapy. Woman lying on her front with stones placed along her spine. The stones are heated to warm the muscles of the back

Background imageThirties Collection: Wiltshire Landscape, 1937 (watercolour)

Wiltshire Landscape, 1937 (watercolour)
RAV33754 Wiltshire Landscape, 1937 (watercolour) by Ravilious, Eric (1903-42); 41.9x54.6 cm; Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageThirties Collection: Ewood Park Blackburn 1939

Ewood Park Blackburn 1939
Football Ground Ewood Park -FA Cup match between Blackburn Rovers v Huddersfield Town 1939

Background imageThirties Collection: The Marina swimming pool in Ramsgate, 1937

The Marina swimming pool in Ramsgate, 1937
Aerial view of the Marina swimming pool in Ramsgate in Kent 1937

Background imageThirties Collection: Boats on the beach at Beer, Devon

Boats on the beach at Beer, Devon
Early morning beach scene at the village of Beer, Devon 1935

Background imageThirties Collection: Gypsy caravan

Gypsy caravan
Gypsies and their caravans on their way to Epsom Downs for the Derby 1933

Background imageThirties Collection: Painting the Forth Bridge

Painting the Forth Bridge
Workmen painting the Forth Rail Bridge in Scotland, 1931

Background imageThirties Collection: The Queen Mary ocean liner at Southampton

The Queen Mary ocean liner at Southampton
RMS Queen Mary at Southampton, in the background is the Majestic 1936

Background imageThirties Collection: The Queen Mary Cruise Ship in the Clyde river

The Queen Mary Cruise Ship in the Clyde river
The Queen Mary is turned around in the Clyde by tug boats, 1936

Background imageThirties Collection: Lagonda 16-80 Saloon, 1933, Green

Lagonda 16-80 Saloon, 1933, Green
Lagonda 16-80 Saloon 1933 Green

Background imageThirties Collection: bugatti type 55 2. 3 litre roadster

bugatti type 55 2. 3 litre roadster
bugatti type 55 2.3 litre roadster

Background imageThirties Collection: Singer Le Mans British

Singer Le Mans British

Background imageThirties Collection: Fiat 500 Topolino

Fiat 500 Topolino

Background imageThirties Collection: Citroen Traction Avant Light 15

Citroen Traction Avant Light 15

Background imageThirties Collection: Telephone Kiosk, Hardknott Pass

Telephone Kiosk, Hardknott Pass
Picturesque view of rural Cumbria showing type K6 telephone box in foreground. IoE 76298

Background imageThirties Collection: Castleford win the 1935 Rugby League cup Final at Wembley

Castleford win the 1935 Rugby League cup Final at Wembley
The 1935 Rugby League cup Final at Wembley A Atkinson (Captain) of Castleford with the cup

Background imageThirties Collection: A Southern Railway poster advertising Ramsgate, 1939 (colour lithograph)

A Southern Railway poster advertising Ramsgate, 1939 (colour lithograph)
1769905 A Southern Railway poster advertising Ramsgate, 1939 (colour lithograph) by Kenneth Shoesmith (1890-1939) & Verney L

Background imageThirties Collection: Whitechapel High Street, London, c. 1930 (b / w photo)

Whitechapel High Street, London, c. 1930 (b / w photo)
XJF294012 Whitechapel High Street, London, c.1930 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Background imageThirties Collection: Firefighters in display at Lambeth HQ, London

Firefighters in display at Lambeth HQ, London
Firefighters in a display at Lambeth HQ, London, on 28 July 1937, following a presentation of certificates for bravery by Mr E Cruse, Chairman of the London Fire Brigade Committee

Background imageThirties Collection: Rolls Royce Phantom 2 1930 green

Rolls Royce Phantom 2 1930 green

Background imageThirties Collection: MG SA Britain British

MG SA Britain British

Background imageThirties Collection: Napier Railton Britain

Napier Railton Britain

Background imageThirties Collection: Bentley 8 litre Britain

Bentley 8 litre Britain

Background imageThirties Collection: Odeon Cinema

Odeon Cinema
1936 by Harry Weedon In the Modern Movement style of the Odeon circuit. Located in Harrogate, West Yorkshire. IoE 382334

Background imageThirties Collection: Bandstand and Viewing Decks, Eastbourne

Bandstand and Viewing Decks, Eastbourne
Bandstand set in a sweeping open colonnaded arcade facing two covered viewing decks topped with an open viewing area, Eastbourne, East Sussex. IoE 471323



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"Journeying through the Thirties: A Captivating Era of Innovation, Adventure, and Nostalgia" Step into the time machine as we explore the remarkable decade known as the Thirties. From iconic cars like the Citroen Traction Avant or Light 15 to captivating artworks such as "Trongate, Glasgow (oil on board), " this era was a melting pot of creativity and progress. In 1935, a train passed by Manchester United Football Ground, symbolizing not only the rise of transportation but also our collective love for sports. Meanwhile, in medical breakthroughs, a groundbreaking 3D angiogram C007 / 1981 revealed intricate brain blood vessels that fascinated scientists worldwide. They were marked by daring individuals who pushed boundaries. Aviation pioneer Amy Johnson soared through skies with her fearless spirit while Apollo 17 astronauts embarked on an otherworldly adventure beyond Earth's atmosphere. Rain-soaked streets witnessed joyful moments too; think of Londoners dancing to "Lambeth Walk in the rain" during 1938 - proof that even amidst challenges, joy could be found. And speaking of locomotion marvels, Mallard steamed over Ribblehead Viaduct with unparalleled grace and speed. Not forgetting classic automobiles like Ford Model A Roadster which roared down roads embodying freedom and style. Labworth Cafe at Canvey Island offered respite to weary travelers seeking delicious treats and coastal views. Travel posters adorned railway stations promoting breathtaking destinations like Ramsgate in vibrant colors during 1939 – reminding us that wanderlust has always been part of our human nature. An aerial view captured Plymouth Hoe's beauty in all its glory during 1937 – showcasing how cities evolved yet retained their timeless charm. The Thirties encapsulated an era where innovation met nostalgia; it was a time when dreams took flight both literally and metaphorically. So let us celebrate this captivating decade that shaped our world and continues to inspire us today.