Bath Rooms Collection

Sign on washroom door, New Zealand, Pacific

Sign on washroom door, New Zealand, Pacific

The "Isis"Boarding Establishment (b / w photo)
3651381 The " Isis" Boarding Establishment (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The " Isis" Boarding Establishment)

Poster for the Citizens Volunteer Hospital, Philadelphia, pub. 1862 (colour litho)
2646260 Poster for the Citizens Volunteer Hospital, Philadelphia, pub. 1862 (colour litho) by Queen, James Fuller (1824-c.1877); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hospital opened on September 5)

Excavations at North Wraxall, Wilts, Bath-Rooms of a Roman Villa (engraving)
1098625 Excavations at North Wraxall, Wilts, Bath-Rooms of a Roman Villa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Excavations at North Wraxall, Wilts)

Page from The Architect s, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium 1892 (colour litho)
728174 Page from The Architect s, Surveyors and Engineers Compendium 1892 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from The Architect s)

Ewarts Califont Hot Water Supply, 1927
Advertisement for Ewarts Califont Hot Water Supply, advising you to just turn the tap to enjoy hot, running water. Beyond a bathroom, a maid does the washing in a large butlers sink. Date: 1927

Advert for Ewarts Geyser hot water 1925
Hot water instantly night or day, just turn on the tap - Date: 1925

Advert for Ewarts Califront hot water 1927
Advertisement for Ewarts baths and geysers, with a picture of a maid bringing a tray of morning tea to her mistress, who is still reclinging in bed, and clearly too busy to even switch on her bath

Interior of safari lodge bathroom, Lebala, Okavango Delta, Botswana

Domestic Cat, tabby and white, adult female, drinking from sink tap in bathroom, England

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"Bath Rooms: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the world of bath rooms, where signs on washroom doors tell stories of different places and eras. In New Zealand's Pacific region, a sign welcomes you to a washroom in vibrant colors, reflecting the local culture. Traveling back in time, a black and white photo captures "The Isis" Boarding Establishment's washroom door. This glimpse from the past takes us to an era long gone but preserved through photography. Moving across continents, we find ourselves in Philadelphia during 1862. A colorful lithograph poster advertises the Citizens Volunteer Hospital with its state-of-the-art facilities including modern bath rooms - a testament to progress even during times of war. Delving further into history, an engraving reveals excavations at North Wraxall in Wilts. Here lies evidence of Roman villa bath-rooms that were once part of luxurious living spaces centuries ago. Flipping through pages from The Architect's Surveyors and Engineers Compendium of 1892 brings forth vivid lithographs showcasing various designs for bath rooms. Each page tells a story about architectural trends and preferences prevalent during that time period. Venturing into exotic lands, we arrive at Alhambra where opulent bath rooms adorned with intricate tile work await visitors seeking relaxation amidst grandeur. Fast-forwarding to more recent times, advertisements for Ewarts Califont Hot Water Supply take center stage. These adverts from the 1920s highlight technological advancements providing hot water instantly - revolutionizing bathing experiences worldwide. Lastly, we stumble upon a magazine plate from France's La Vie Parisienne dating back to the 1920s. It depicts stylish individuals enjoying their time in elegant French bath rooms - capturing both fashion trends and societal norms of that era. From ancient Roman villas to modern-day innovations like instant hot water supply systems, these glimpses into different cultures and periods remind us how essential they have been throughout history.