Ordinary Collection

Flying for the Summer Week-end by C. E. Turner
Illustration from 1928 by C.E. Turner reflecting the growing rise of civilian flying in the 1920s. The caption reads, ...only last month there was a house-party at which the ten guests

French poster, The Future Lies in Socialism
A French poster which declares that The Future Lies in Socialism, showing men who have fought in the First World War facing up to the octopus monster of commercialism, foreign gold

Well, if you knows of a better ole, go to it
Ttwo soldiers stuck in a trench, during a battle in World War One. This famous illustration for The Bystander was by Captain Bruce Bairnsfather (1888-1959)

The Ironstein Theory of Golf, by William Heath Robinson
A prospective competitor in our 500 golf contest makes one of those fance drives that are so bewildering to the ordinary member of a local golf club

India - A Rajput Chief in ordinary dress, Delhi
Black and white. Bearded man wearing head wrap and heavily decorated garment with horseshoe design on fabric. Collar appears to be jewelled.. Part of India Box, Boswell collection. Slide no

NFS (London Region) ordinary fire in Islington, WW2
A fire in a shop and dwelling in Liverpool Street, Islington, North London. Despite the lull in enemy bombing, ordinary fires were still commonplace and some were of a serious nature

Cortis on Ordinary
Noted cyclist H L Cortis on a 59-inch (1.5 m) Invincible Ordinary, given a helping hand by his trainer

Fortune Teller 1950S
A fortune teller reads a mans fortune for him by candlelight, using a pack of ordinary playing cards

Self portrait of Nicolas Poussin
5854978 Self portrait of Nicolas Poussin; (add.info.: Self portrait of Nicolas Poussin (1594-1665), French landscape and history painter, shown holding a book and pen

'Bethnal Green' from 'The Sketch' 1906 series 'Sunday Clothes by District'
5669015 'Bethnal Green' from 'The Sketch' 1906 series 'Sunday Clothes by District' by Reynolds, Frank (1876-1953); Photo © AF Fotografie.

German militarism in the Wilhelmine era: Social differences in the German military hierarchy
527367 German militarism in the Wilhelmine era: Social differences in the German military hierarchy. The Emperor takes his repast, officers dine, and ordinary soldiers eat

Female brain, computer artwork
cerebellum:CB2, cerebrum:CB2, spinal column:CB2, adult:CB2, head and shoulders:CB2, side view:CB2, anatomy:CB2, illustration:CB2, black background:CB2, female:CB2, translucent:CB2, nobody:CB2

Female cardiovascular system, computer artwork
cerebrum:CB2, one person:CB2, women:CB2, head and shoulders:CB2, veins:CB2, anatomy:CB2, black background:CB2, front view:CB2, carotid artery:CB2, human body:CB2, blood circulation:CB2

Female brain, computer artwork
cerebellum:CB2, cerebrum:CB2, spinal column:CB2, head and shoulders:CB2, side view:CB2, anatomy:CB2, illustration:CB2, black background:CB2, female:CB2, translucent:CB2, pituitary gland:CB2

Male brain, computer artwork
cerebellum:CB2, cerebrum:CB2, adult:CB2, head and shoulders:CB2, side view:CB2, visual arts:CB2, anatomy:CB2, illustration:CB2, black background:CB2, male:CB2, translucent:CB2, nobody:CB2

Male brain, computer artwork
men, cerebellum, cerebrum, spinal column, head and shoulders, side view, anatomy, illustration, black background, translucent, nobody, human body, brain stem, human representation, male likeness

Male brain, computer artwork
men, cerebellum, cerebrum, spinal column, head and shoulders, side view, anatomy, illustration, black background, translucent, nobody, human body, brain stem, human representation, male likeness

British soldier in uniform, 1915, WW1
A British private soldier, commonly known as a Tommy with annotations showing the tools and equipment that made up his kit when marching to the trenches during the First World War

Doug Pinkerton, high wheeler -2
Champion racing cyclist Doug Pinkerton racing his high-wheel, or penny farthing bicycle. First published The Sunday Correspondent Date: 1990

Doug Pinkerton, high wheeler -1
Champion racing cyclist Doug Pinkerton racing his high-wheel, or penny farthing bicycle. First published The Sunday Correspondent Date: 1990

Theatre Villains, The Smuggler, Ideal and Real Date: 1863

Martin de Cavalar with Maria Pita on the ordinary writ concerning the place of Ledono (Lendoiro), 1616. Mayor Fernandez Pita claimed some properties that Martin de Cavalar had acquired from Francisco

Studebaker Advertisement
An advertisement illustration for Studebaker, automobile manufacturers. The image shows a Studebaker car, finished in pure gold on white enamel, with white kid leather hood and cushions

Advertisement for Sunray Glass'. Health! Sturdy limbs and bronzed bodies come of the Ultra Violet Rays which windows of Sunray Glass admit to your home

Archibald Nettlefold film studios, Walton-on-Thames
Exterior of Archibald Nettlefold film studios, Walton-on-Thames, Surrey Date: 1929

Life on a North Sea trawler - three men on deck in ordinary clothes, one of them writing on a piece of paper. Date: 1960s

Coronets worn by a Prince or Royal Duke (left) and by an ordinary duke (right) Date: 20th century

Harpooning a Greenland Whale which has tossed one of the attacking boats. From William Jardine The Naturlist's
530711 Harpooning a Greenland Whale which has tossed one of the attacking boats. From William Jardine The Naturlist's Library: On the Ordinary Cetacea, Edinburgh, 1837. Hand-coloured engraving

Sir Alfred Downing Fripp, Vanity Fair, Spy
SIR ALFRED DOWNING FRIPP (1865 - 1930), surgeon at Guys Hospital, London. Appointed Surgeon in Ordinary to the Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII) and to his successor King George V

Professor Dr Leuthold (engraving)
1046504 Professor Dr Leuthold (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professor Dr Leuthold, HMs Physician in Ordinary)

Saigon Port (chromolitho)
735461 Saigon Port (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saigon Port. Liebig card)

Ancient Pagoda on the Perfume River in Vietnam (chromolitho)
735458 Ancient Pagoda on the Perfume River in Vietnam (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ancient Pagoda on the Perfume River in Vietnam)

Vietnamese Village in the Mountains (chromolitho)
735456 Vietnamese Village in the Mountains (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vietnamese Village in the Mountains)

Japanese Temples (chromolitho)
735207 Japanese Temples (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Japanese Temples)

Diving Bell (chromolitho)
2802121 Diving Bell (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Diving Bell. Illustration for one of a series of cigarette cards on Famous Inventions published by)

The Bar to Progress! An allegory, founded upon Temple Bar. Satirical cartoon, 1853. Temple Bar, the entrance to the City of London in the west, closes its gates against ordinary people and progress

Holland Park, London (colour photo)
3095040 Holland Park, London (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Holland Park, London. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Multiple studio photographs of a young woman, 1940s. Date: 1940s

The challenges of riding a penny farthing, or ordinary bicycle (litho)
6014146 The challenges of riding a penny farthing, or ordinary bicycle (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The challenges of riding a penny farthing)

Title Page for A Quip for an Upstart Courtier: or, A quaint dispute between Velvet
488983 Title Page for A Quip for an Upstart Courtier: or, A quaint dispute between Velvet breeches and Cloth breeches by Robert Greene, published 1592 (woodcut and letterpress) by English School

Itinerant seller of brushes and racquets, un brossetier, 18th century. He carries a brush with bone handle 1, Dutch clothes brush 2, ordinary clothes brush 3, hat brush 4, paintbrush 5

Javanese chief in ordinary dress wearing a sarong with kris
Javanese chief, Indonesia, in ordinary dress wearing a sarong with kris. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a painting by William Daniell from Frederic Shoberls The World in Miniature

The Cueca Dance and a View of Valdivia (chromolitho)
735526 The Cueca Dance and a View of Valdivia (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cueca Dance and a View of Valdivia)

View of a Horseman and Ox Cart Fording the River Maipo and the Portrait of a Chilean Man (chromolitho)
735523 View of a Horseman and Ox Cart Fording the River Maipo and the Portrait of a Chilean Man (chromolitho) by European School

A Chilean Beauty and View of Central Santiago (chromolitho)
735522 A Chilean Beauty and View of Central Santiago (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Chilean Beauty and View of Central Santiago)

Carpet Weavers in Merv in Turkmenistan (chromolitho)
735509 Carpet Weavers in Merv in Turkmenistan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carpet Weavers in Merv in Turkmenistan)

On the Road to Tashkent in Uzbekistan (chromolitho)
735508 On the Road to Tashkent in Uzbekistan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the Road to Tashkent in Uzbekistan)

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"Capturing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary: A Glimpse into Time and Culture" Step into a world where ordinary moments become extraordinary. In C. E. Turner's "Flying for the Summer Week-end, " we soar through blue skies, embracing the freedom of adventure. Meanwhile, a French poster boldly proclaims that "The Future Lies in Socialism, " hinting at an era of change and revolution. But amidst it all, there is wisdom hidden within simplicity - as seen in the phrase, "Well, if you knows of a better ole, go to it. " These words remind us to appreciate what we have and make the most of every opportunity. History unfolds before our eyes with NFS (London Region) capturing an ordinary fire in Islington during World War II. It serves as a reminder of resilience amidst chaos. Journeying further eastward brings us face-to-face with India's Rajput Chief dressed not in regal attire but rather ordinary clothing. This glimpse into his everyday life showcases cultural diversity and traditions. "Cortis on Ordinary" takes us behind-the-scenes, revealing the artistry involved in creating theatrical magic. Theatre villains like "The Smuggler" blur lines between idealism and reality while captivating audiences with their enigmatic performances. Martin de Cavalar stands tall beside Maria Pita - an embodiment of courage and determination etched onto history's canvas. Their story reminds us that even seemingly ordinary individuals can shape destinies. Intriguingly contrasting this narrative are scenes from an East End Opium Den; shadows dancing amid smoke-filled rooms transport us to another time altogether – one filled with mystery and intrigue. Amidst wars fought on distant lands lies a British soldier donning his uniform during WWI; he represents countless heroes who sacrificed everything for their country while embodying both strength and vulnerability simultaneously. And finally, stepping back into more recent times reveals a Fortune Teller from the 1950s, offering glimpses into the unknown.