1911 Collection (page 6)

VASLAV NIJINSKY (1890-1950). Russian dancer and choreographer, dancing the title role in " Petrouchka", c1911

Coronation Delhi Durbar - Bahawalpur Camp Entrance. Temporary (!) Camp for His Highness The Nawab of the Gods Granted Kingdom of Bahawalpur

B C Hucks at Taunton with the Mercury II two-seater
B.C. Hucks at Taunton with the Mercury II two-seater on 7 August 1911. Date: 1911

(1865-1940). American physician and Arctic explorer. Photograph, c1911
FREDERICK ALBERT COOK (1865-1940). American physician and Arctic explorer. Photograph, c1911

Looking south from Bishops Stortford station, with the granary siding on right. Station Road overbridge centre right. North signal box through bridge. Left track Dunmow line. Up-and-down main centre

Native Amercan Women
Highly romanticised depiction of a Native American Woman Date: 1911

HMS Crescent, Edgar-class cruiser, WW1
HMS Crescent, an Edgar-class cruiser. Launched in 1892, took part in the First World War. Date: 1911

Police guarding Liverpool Station during transport strike
Policemen on horseback guarding Liverpool Station during the general transport strike of 1911. The strike began with two of the seamens unions, resulting from a range of grievances

Firemen at Chipping Norton Workhouse, Oxfordshire
Firemen stand in a burnt-out section of the Chipping Norton workhouse in Oxfordshire following a fire on 19 March 1911. Sewing machines and cotton reels amongst the debris indicate a sewing room

Home Upholstery
Photograph of a woman planning to reupholster an armchair by first using paper to take an accurate model of the chairs dimensions

Tonypandy / Fusiliers
TONYPANDY COAL STRIKE Lancashire fusiliers waiting to depart for Tonypandy

Wright Flyer
Rudder of Alec Ogilvies Wright Flyer When the Handle of the Control Lever is Turned over As Shown Date: 1911

J W Nott-Bower
Captain sir J W NOTT-BOWER Police chief [Note : there were more than one policemen in this family] Date: circa 1911

The Village, Stoneleigh, Warwickshire
The Village, Stoneleigh, Coventry, near Kenilworth, Warwickshire, England. Date: 1911

Rose & Crown Public House, Perry Wood, Kent
Rose & Crown Public House, Perry Wood, Selling, near Faversham, Kent, England. Showing Horse & Carts Date: 1911

Breaking ice for water, Tientsin, China
Men breaking ice on a frozen river for water and hauling it on sledges in Tientsin (now Tianjin), China, around 1911. Date: C.1911

The Grove, lkley, West Yorkshire
The Grove, lkley, a Spa Town in West Yorkshire Date: 1911

Lakes Waterbird 1911
Lakes Waterbird, 1911. Date: 1911

Samuel Franklin Cody (1862-1913) - Aldershot 1911
Samuel Franklin Cody, 1862-1913, Aldershot, 1911. Date: 1913

Rehearsal for the First UK Aerial Post staged at Windsor in September 1911 organised by Claude Grahame-White. Date: 1911

Franz Joseph I (1830-1916), Emperor of Austria, seated centre, at the marriage of Archduke Charles (later Charles I) to Princess Zita of Bourbon-Parma at Schwarzau Castle, 21 November 1911

View west over Dunmow station railway yard and goods shed. There is a motor vehicle in the yard

Royal Horse Artillery Hounds, Shooters Hill, London
Captain Reed-Scot of the Royal Horse Artillery (Woolwich) leading out his draghounds at Shooters Hill, London. The pack consisted of 18 couples of hounds, kept in adjoining kennels to some foxes

Highland dancers at Braemar Highland Games
Highlanders dancing a reel for the royal party at the Braemar Highland Games in Scotland, attended by King George V and Queen Mary. circa 1911

Strike action, with London trams at a standstill
The scene near the Elephant and Castle, London, with a continuous line of double-decker trams all heading in the direction of London Bridge during the 1911 strike. 1911

Lloyd Georges Maternity Insurance Benefit
In the early twentieth century a free National Health Service did not yet exist and the poor could not usually afford medical services

Chinese Barber
In a Chinese barbershop, short back and sides is taken literally. circa 1911

Kiev Theatre
The theatre, Kiev. Date: 1911

North Nave, Festival of Empire Exhibition, Crystal Palace
View inside the North Nave at the Festival of Empire Exhibition, held at Crystal Palace, South London. Date: 1911

Queen Victorias Memorial - Statue of Peace
The statue of peace surmounting the Queen Victoria Memorial Monument sculpted by Sir Thomas Brock and situated in front of Buckingham Palace. The memorial was unveiled in May 1911

Lord Kitchener inspecting Indian troops
Field Marshal Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener, (1850 - 1916), Field Marshal, diplomat, and statesman, inspecting Indian troops at Hampton Court, West London

Infra red photographs by Professor Wood
A selection of landscapes photographed using infra-red rays, the result of pioneering work by Professor Robert Williams Wood whose pictures were exhibited at the Royal Society of Photography in 1911

Prominent members of the racing set at Goodwood
Lord Stradbroke, Lady Hamilton, Lady Stradbroke and Sir John Cotterell at the Goodwood races

Emigrants embarking at the Royal Albert Docks, London, 1911
Illustration showing emigrants about to board the New Zealand liner Paparoa to make passage to Queensland, Australia, 1911

Cartoon of David Lloyd-George as Queen Victoria, 1911
Cartoon of David Lloyd-George, 1st Earl Lloyd-George of Dwyfor, then Liberal Chancellor of the Exchequer, who had just passed the National Insurance Act and thereby earnt The Bystanders scorn

Chicago Stockyards 9
Two-thirds of the 8 million pigs that enter the Chicago stockyards are destined for pork joints : the rest are used to make sausages. England is a major client

Chicago Stockyards 8
Sheep hang by their rear legs as they pass towards the attentions of the butchers at the Chicago stockyards

YORK - 1911
York from City Walls

Ws GILBERT (1836-1911)
WILLIAM SCHWENCK GILBERT English playwright. Began collaboration with Arthur Sullivan (Gilbert writing the librettos, Sullivan the music) on highly popular comic operas

Alexandra / Vfair 1911
QUEEN ALEXANDRA Widow of Edward VII

New dial operated telephone system
Series of three photographs showing a new automatic system of telephoning introduced in Britain in 1911. The movement of a dial operated electrical switches and magnets in the telephone exchange

Coronation of George V
Picture of Coronation

Mannekin Pis Postcard
IL PISSE TOUT LE TEMPS Some are moved to emulation, some look with mixed feelings

Strike at Covent Garden
Covent Garden market suffering from strike actions; a single cart leaving the market has to be protected by three policemen

Cat Hunts a Mouse
A ginger cat traps a mouse with its paw

COLIN IN SECRET GARDEN
Colin recovers his health

Coronation Exhibition
The Coronation Exhibition was held at White City, West London to celebrate the coronation of King George V

Nijinsky / Le Dieu Bleu
LE DIEU BLEU Costume design for Nijinsky in the role of Le Dieu Bleu

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In the year 1911, a time of great change and diverse events unfolded. The world witnessed the rise of capitalism, symbolized by the iconic Capitalist Pyramid that showcased wealth distribution. Meanwhile, American socialists rallied for equality with their powerful poster advocating for a fairer society. Amidst this backdrop, Sherlock Holmes delved into his detective work while occasionally slipping into moments of reverie, pondering life's mysteries. In an unexpected twist, a dachshund choir had a dress rehearsal, showcasing their adorable talents to captivated audiences. The majestic RMS Olympic sailed across oceans under the White Star Line flag, carrying passengers on unforgettable journeys. Simultaneously in Spain, Alcazar Tejedor left behind his artistic legacy as he bid farewell to the world in 1911. Leamington Spa flourished as a vibrant town during this era; its charm and beauty attracting visitors from far and wide. Cid Officers took on new roles as dockers - adapting to changing times and embracing different professions. A garden guide demonstrated expertise by delicately extracting weeds from meticulously maintained lawns - ensuring nature's splendor remained untarnished. A chromolithograph devotional card featuring The Virgin Mary brought solace and comfort to those seeking spiritual guidance. Winston Churchill made history at Sidney Street Siege in East London - displaying courage amidst chaos and leading with conviction. The suffrage movement gained momentum with Votes For Women posters spreading across America in 1911 - marking an important step towards gender equality. Meanwhile, Marie Curie continued her groundbreaking scientific research that would forever shape our understanding of radioactivity and earn her well-deserved recognition throughout history. As we reflect upon the year 1911 through these intriguing hints scattered across various realms of human endeavor – politics, artistry, exploration – we are reminded of how each moment shapes our collective narrative and propels us forward into an ever-evolving future.