1924 Collection (page 62)

Advert / Sea to Canada
Cunard to Canada - a welcome awaits you

Advert / Ginger Ale / Punch
Rosss Ginger Ale

Advert / Royal Baking Powd
Royal Baking Powder

Boito Nerone Liebig 5
Scene from act four : in the entrance to the circus, Nerone learns of Simon Maguss plot to escape by setting fire to Rome

Boito Nerone Liebig 4
Scene from act three : in the home of the Christians, news comes that Simon Magus plans to betray them

Boito Nerone Liebig 3
Scene from act two : priest/magician Simon Magus seeks to trick Nerone, but his plan backfires

Ballet in Store
In the Printemps department store in the boulevard Haussmann, Paris, a gala ballet performance is staged in aid of the French Red Cross

STEAMSHIPS / ASTURIAS
Turbine passenger liner of the Royal Mail Lines employed on the South American run

Homeric Liner
Passenger ship of the Cunard White Star line, sailing from Southampton to New York via Cherbourg

FAIREY ATALANTA
A twin-engine military flying boat : it is depicted being towed onto the shore by means of a wheeled cradle

Anatole France + Thais
ANATOLE FRANCE (real name Jacques Thibaut) French writer, with illustration for his 1890 novel Thais

ICE SKATER 1924-5
A fashionable woman and her child watch an ice skater

France V Ireland 1924
Ireland beat France 9-3 at the Stade de Colombes, Paris

Brit Expedition Group
Members of the British Everest Expedition pose for a photograph; Bruce and Mallory stand on the left and middle, respectively

Cornets (Wurl) 2
Three Wurlitzer cornets

Wurlitzer Piano in Home
A lady delights her fellow- guests with her piano playing, enhanced by the tones of the Wurlitzer instrument her hosts have the good taste to choose

Pescara Helicopter 1922
Argentinian designer Marchese Raul Pateras de Pescara builds several helicopters 1919 to 1924, tested in France : this 1922 model has four rotors to provide vertical lift

Edith Nesbit (Tatler)
EDITH NESBIT (mrs Herbert Bland) writer of The Railway Children etc

End of Party, 1924
The end of the party!

Radiola Portable, 1924
The Portable (well, sort of) RADIOLA receiver, loud speaker and amplifier

Sir Archibald Geikie
SIR ARCHIBALD GEIKIE Scottish geologist

Puccini Postcard
GIACOMO PUCCINI Italian opera composer

Puccini Wills Card
GIACOMO PUCCINI Italian opera composer

Puccini Postcard Firenze
GIACOMO PUCCINI Italian opera composer

Is Mars Signalling ?
is Mars Signalling to US ?

Renault at Chateau
A couple in a Renault pause to exchange chit-chat with a couple with gun and dogs and gamekeeper

Renault Petite Capote
Two ladies drive to the beach in their Renault 40cv petite capote

Two with Huge Renault
Two stand beside their vast Renault

On a Mountain Road
On a mountain road, good shock absorbers are desirable. Good brakes come in handy, too

Fringed Hem 1924
Two tubular shaped dresses with low waistlines. One has a deep V neckline, uneven seam at the hip & a gored skirt, the other a slanting low waistline & fringed skirt

Coat / Fur Collar 1924
Design by Madeleine Vionnet: 3/4 length wrap over coat with broad grey fur roll collar & deep cuffs, a brimless hat with fur band & textured red crown & a large posy of red flowers

Imperia / Dress by Worth
Design by Worth: white fur coat with thick collar, sleeveless gown with tapering straps, flaring skirt with brown fur hem & a vandyked motif in gold

Two-Sided Coat 1924
Vaugeois et Binot fabrics: sleeveless dress, scalloped hem & diamond shaped wrap over front; striped dress with a double skirt; double-sided fur coat with bright print lining

Handkerchief Hem 1924
Designs by Perugia: white strapless dress with red & gold shoes; narrow low cut tubular shaped dress with pleated side vents worn with purple & pink T-bar shoes

Oriental Fabrics 1924
Coats in fabrics with an Oriental feel by Coudurier: wrap over coat with funnel sleeves, white fur all round stand collar, cuffs & skirt; coat with hood & tassels

Egyptian Fabrics 1924
Egyptian inspired fabrics by Coudurier: strapless wrap dress in a bold gold & terracotta cloth; evening coat or wrap in a pale turquoise embellished with gold designs

Ornate Fabrics 1924
Coat in bold fabric designs by Ducharne: with a huge white fur collar or a narrow stand collar, wrap over front & concealed fastenings in both a plain & patterned fabric

Tunic Dress / Worth 1924
Tunic dress by Worth in an ornate monochrome print with red detailing, plain central panel with motif, sash tied at the hips & a double skirt with a plain pleated flounce

USA Teen Fashion 1924
Selection of teenage fashions: tubular drop waist dresses or skirts & tunic style blouses in patterned prints with flounces, tiered skirts round collars & embroidery

American Fashions 1924
Selection of tubular dresses with belts & sashes on the hips. Styles include a coat dress with diagonal wrap over front & button detail, pleated skirts or kimono sleeves

Listening-In 1924
A Dutch listener listens to the radio through headphones

Fashion / Doucet 1924
Dresses & coats by Doucet: fur, handkerchief hemline, dentate border, chinese print, plaid, two-piece dresses, slash necklines, court shoes with bars, high stand collars

Riding Habit 1924
Horsewoman in a vivid blue riding habit & top hat & white cravat

Singapore Street Food
Mobile street vendors hawk their goods on the streets of Singapore

Lady Riding Astride 1913
Its 1913, and women riders have decided that they can ride astride without physical or moral harm : a lady gallops determinedly

Cloche by Marthe Collot
A cloche hat by Marthe Collot worn very low over the eyes with a jade green up-turned brim and black fur crown. The design is called Monique

Sunbeam M. C. C. Run
A muddy scene during the Old Crocks motor cycle run, organised by the Sunbeam M.C.C. one of Britains oldest motorcycle clubs (founded 1924)

One-Piece Not Allowed
A young woman in a red one- piece bathing costume with lacing on the legs starts to remove the forbidden garment. From a time when the all in one costume seemed fast

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

In the year 1924, history witnessed remarkable feats and significant events that left an indelible mark on the world. Mallory and Irvine's daring attempt at conquering Everest's treacherous Second Step captivated hearts worldwide, showcasing human resilience in the face of nature's might. Meanwhile, Eric Liddell sprinted towards glory in the Olympic 400m race finish, his unwavering determination inspiring generations to come. The brave men of the 1924 Everest Expedition united under a common goal - to conquer the unconquerable. Led by Colonel Norton, they defied all odds as they ascended to unprecedented heights of 28, 000 ft on Everest. Their unwavering spirit mirrored that of their compatriots defending the Empire - British Army, Navy, and Airforce - who stood tall against any threat. Amidst these triumphs and challenges emerged other notable figures like Harold Abrahams, whose lightning-fast speed earned him victory in the 100m race at the 1924 Olympics. Across continents, Vladimir Ilyich Lenin made waves as a Russian statesman shaping history with his ideologies. Beyond sports and politics lay captivating stories such as those of The Dolly Sisters from New York who dazzled audiences with their charm and talent. And let us not forget about HMS Hood –the last battlecruiser built for Royal Navy– symbolizing strength and power on international waters. As society embraced progress during this era marked by change and innovation; a poster advertising the British Empire Exhibition held in 1924 showcased unity within diversity across nations under one grand spectacle. Through photographs capturing moments frozen in time like Lenin alongside anonymous faces or Trotsky standing resolute; we are reminded that every chapter has its heroes – known or unknown – who shape our collective memory. In retrospect, it is through these diverse narratives woven together that we gain insight into what defined this transformative year: courage amidst adversity; triumphs that transcended borders; and the relentless pursuit of greatness.