Admiring Gallery

August 1951 by David Wright

August 1951 by David Wright, showing a woman admiring herself in a mirror. Wright produced a series of over 160 illustrations or pin-ups for The Sketch during the 1940's. David Wright's Lovelies proved hugely popular and adorned practically every military mess, bunker, dormitory or club room in the country during World War II. He later created a series for Men Only in the 1950's of which this is one

© Estate of David Wright/ILN/Mary Evans Picture Library

Advert, Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild and Corporation

Advert, Fisher Body Craftsman's Guild and Corporation, model making for boys, including a miniature model Napoleonic coach, with university scholarships available via a competition, as well as trips to Detroit and other prizes. With the support of Cadillac, La Salle, Buick, Oakland, Oldsmobile, Pontiac and Chevrolet. Date: 1931

© The Russell Butcher Collection / Mary Evans Picture Library

When tired of cricket... try Spooning

When tired of cricket... try Spooning! A dashing young cricketer discovers countryside delights beyond the boundary! He must have thought his luck could be in as he has come prepared with his little tent.... Date: 1911

© Grenville Collins Postcard Collection / Tom Gillmor / Mary Evans

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