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Poem by Robert HerrickFair daffodils we weep to see you waste away ?. Illustrated poem by Robert Herrick. Artist: Joyce Mercer Date: circa 1926
Rene Lacoste in play at WimbledonRene Lacoste playing Hubert de Morpurgo in the fifth round of the mens singles. In 1926 and 1927 Lacoste was the top ranked player in the mens game
Too FishyUnsportsmanlike tactics of a competitor at a recent fishing tournament at Hampstead Ponds. Humorous illustration by William Heath Robinson (1872-1944)
Edith Sitwell / St GeorgeEDITH SITWELL writer, depicted as A guest at the Poets Club in 1926
East London and Regents Canal Dock in Limehouse, showing barges waiting for access to the canal. Date: 1926
Room in Gwen Farrars Chelsea home panelled in pineA room in the Chelsea home of popular entertainer, Gwen Farrar panelled in pine. The scheme was carried out by Messrs. Ernest Williams, Ltd, of 27 Davies Street, Berkeley Square. Date: 1926
The casino at Monte Carlo by C. MorseThe mecca of the Cote d Azur, artists impression of the famous Casino Terraces at Monte Carlo on the French Riviera. Hither come pleasure-seekers from all quarters of the globe to bask in
Walter Hagen, American professional golferWalter Charles Hagen (1892-1969), American professional golfer, seen here at Royal Lytham St Annes golf course on 24 June 1926. Date: 1926
Josslyn and Idina Hay at Slains, their farm in KenyaThe Hon. Josslyn and Lady Idina Hay pictured at Slains, their 2000 acre farm in Gilgil, Kenya. Pictured from left are: The Hon. Josslyn Hay, Major Roberts, Major J. Grant, Lady Idina Hay, Mrs C
Frederick Leverton Harris, Vanity Fair, SpyFREDERICK LEVERTON HARRIS (1864-1926) British Politician, statesman and Member of Parliament for Tynemouth (1900-1906), Stepney (1907-1910) and East Worcestershire (1914-1918) Date: 1864 - 1926
Australian Ladies Pipe Band - World Tour - souvenir of the visit of the band under Drum-Major William Darwin F.R.G.S. and Pipe-Major Jessie Young
Advert for Parker Duofold pensParker Duofold fountain pen and pencil in a case " give all your friends the best gift this year" Date: 1926
Ladies in a kitchenTwo woman with sleek 1920s hair discuss the state of their hands in front of a kitchen sink filled with brightly decorated art deco pottery
Lessons by Post by William Heath RobinsonThe new Heath Robinson Swimming Post, which is acquiring such popularity at our most fashionable resorts. Please note: Credit must appear as Courtesy of the Estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger
The Lie by William Heath RobinsonCartoon, The Lie. One of those golfing stories that you are not bound to believe if you don t want to. A golfer mistakes the top of a hat from a tramp for the hole when playing golf
In Possession. By A. E. BestallThree girls sat on a bank by a stream watching a crab under the water. Alfred Bestall (1892-1986) is best-known as the artist who drew Rupert Bear for thirty years
HMS Implacable at Devonport, 1926Photograph showing a stern view of the frigate HMS Implacable in dry dock at Devonport, 1926. Implacable was one of the ships captured by the Royal Navy at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805
Babe Ruth Signing a $100, 000 Contract, 1926Photograph showing Babe Ruth (1895-1948), the American baseball player, signing a $100, 000 contract for a twelve-week tour, 1926
Motor Racing in 1926Racing cars of 1926 : oddly, one car is carrying two people, the others only one. Evidently it was still optional
Rainer Maria Rilke / PhotoRAINER MARIA RILKE German poet sitting at a table in a garden
Tarot card 1 -- Le Bateleur (The Juggler)Tarot card 1 -- Le Bateleur (The Magician, Magus or Juggler)
Racehorse Solario posing for the brush of Alfred J MunningsThe great racehorse Solario, owned by Sir John Rutherford, posing for the brush of the great animal artist Alfred J Munnings (1878-1959) Date: 1926
Piccadilly Circus, London 1926Piccadilly Circus and the statue of Eros in London at night, 1926. Date: 1926
Veet advertisement, 1926Advertisement for Veet hair removal cream from 1926 - don t let disfiguring growths of superfluous hair destroy your charm and daintiness any longer
Sketch by Fish of Charleston dancing at the Florida Club on the illuminated glass floor, London, 1926 Date: 1926
Maurice and Eleonora at the Acacia, 1926The famous dancer Maurice Mouvet and Eleanora Ambrose, the daughter of a Kansas City oil millionaire, captured by Annie Fish giving an exhibition dance at the Acacia in Paris. Date: 1926
Bethlem Hospital / 1926or BETHLEM/BEDLAM HOSPITAL The oldest hospital for the treatment of the insane - after the First World War it was moved to Moorfields Date: 1926
Foley House, Langham Place, LondonFoley House in Langham Place, London, as it looked before Broadcasting House was built on the site. Date: 1926
Life by Maurice Cowan and Fred RomeLife revue by Maurice Cowan & Fred Rome; music Frederick Chappelle. First produced Hippodrome, Portsmouth, 3th May and London Palladium 30th August 1926
Advert for French couture house of Boue Soeurs in New YorkAdvert for the French couture house of Boue Soeurs in New York, 1926. Based in 9 Rue de la Paix, Paris and with branches in San Francisco and Palm Beach
Ivor Novello and Mae Marsh in The Rat (1925) directed by Graham Cutts Date: 1926
Broadmoor Hotel, Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA. Date: 1926
Silhouette design for The Orbit magazine, by H.L. Oakley, showing a foxhunting scene with three riders on horseback galloping across a field. Date: circa 1926
Alice Joyce ActressAlice Joyce (1890 - 1955) American actress, best known for her silent films between (1923 - 1930). 1926
Maria Jeritza (1887 1982) Opera singer. Date: 1926
Tarot Card 4 - L Empereur (The Emperor)
Johns JoyceA Portrait of writer, John Stanislaus Joyce, the father of Irish writer, James Joyce. Seated with hands folded. Date: circa 1926
Photograph of Holly Tree PH, Forest Gate, London. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Right face on view of the pub
Court gowns by RevilleCourt gowns approved by King George V and Queen Mary for presentation at court in the year 1926. Designed by Reville of Hanover Square. Date: 1926
The Rotunda at the Ritz by FishThe Rotunda at the Ritz Hotel with revellers milling around and chatting. Date: 1926
Advert / Chesterfield CigsChesterfield cigarettes - Mind if I smoke? Not at all - the aroma is delightful! Date: 1926
Art deco girl writing a letter" If you re ever passing by". Girl in art deco style fashion sitting down at her desk writing a letter. " 1923
The Willow Pattern Scene in the Midnight Follies (1926), the cabaret show at the Metropole Hotel, London Date: 1926
Construction of Menin Gate, Ypres, BelgiumConstruction of the Menin Gate, Ypres, Belgium, a WW1 war memorial. circa 1926
Advert for Kodak moviesA woman enjoying the Cine-Kodak. Date: 1926
The General Strike - Elephant & CastleBurnt out bus incident at the Elephant & Castle, showing a portion of the bus on the left while mounted policemen control the crowds
Sir Henry Joseph Wood - English ConductorSir Henry Joseph Wood (1869 - 1944) - English conductor and composer, associated with the Promenade Concerts (Proms). 1926
The Graphic Christmas Number 1926 front coverFront cover of The Graphic Christmas Number 1926 featuring an illustration depicting party goers arriving at a fancy dress ball