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Tennis-playing brunette beauty prepares to smash
Striking! A tennis-playing brunette beauty prepares to hit a net-side smash shot. It looks like game, set and match for her handsome male companion. Date: early 1940s

Roller-skating girl cutting a dash on the beachside boardwal
Frivolous - a roller-skating beauty cutting a dash on the beachside boardwalk Date: early 1940s

Sporty equestrian blond posing with her horse
Team-mates - a very pretty sporty equestrian blond in jodhpurs and boots, standing holding the bridle of her thoroughbred black stallion, gloved hand on hip. Date: early 1940s

The 1970 London Motor Show at Earls Court, London
Two models pose on the bonnet of a Sunbeam Rapier motor car at The 1970 London Motor Show at The Earls Court Exhibition Centre 14th Oct 1970. Date: 1970

Sexy woman at peace in blue bikini on tropical beach under palm trees

The Exotic Dancer, 1915 (oil on canvas)
492459 The Exotic Dancer, 1915 (oil on canvas) by Bernard, Emile (1868-1941); 128.6x80.7 cm; Private Collection; Photo © Christies Images

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Allure; Gait; Gang (engraving)
7194652 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Allure; Gait; Gang (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allure; Gait; Gang)

Italian Glamour - Bewitching woman with jewel headscarf
Italian Glamour - Bewitching woman with exotic jewel headscarf and dark make-up around her eyes Date: circa 1920s

Falsehood, from Piers Ploughman, by William Langland, 1873 (stained glass)
3475442 Falsehood, from Piers Ploughman, by William Langland, 1873 (stained glass) by Burrow, Harry (fl.1868-83); St Marys Church, Cleobury Mortimer, Shropshire, UK; (add.info.: Cleobury Mortimer)

Elsie Randolph (19041982), English actress, singer, dancer
Elsie Randolph (19041982), English actress, singer and dancer Date: circa 1930

A Belle of New York, heading behind a curtain
An unusual embossed photographic postcard of a Belle of New York, heading behind a curtain. Date: circa 1904

The Super Chief on the Santa Fe Railway
The Super Chief passenger service on the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, USA. This train claimed to be The Train of the Stars due to the Hollywood celebrities it carried across America

Tall blonde with pink nightdress and stockings
Step-in High! A tall blonde girl in profile, with long long legs and stockings and a sheer pink nightdress -she stands in front of some fine floral wallpaper. Date: early 1940s

Pretty girl caught getting dressed
Caught " Una-wears" - a curly-haired lovely is shocked to be discovered whilst getting dressed into a tiny sheer green undergarment. Date: early 1940s

Carrot Tied to Stick

How To Allure The Hare. 19Th Century Reproduction Of 15Th Century Miniature In The Manuscript Of Phoebus

How To Take A Cart To Allure Beasts 19Th Century Reproduction Of 15Th Century Miniature In The Manuscript Of Phoebus

Hawaii, Kauai, Traditional Tea Setting

Hawaii, Kauai, Tunnels Beach, Woman Floating In The Ocean

Hawaii, Woman Lays On The Sand With Straw Wide Brim Hat

French Polynesia, Tahiti, Bora Bora, Woman Floating In Water Near Resort

Hawaii, Kauai, Haena Falls, Attractive Young Woman On Jumping In The Falls

French Polynesia, Tahiti, Moorea, Woman Floating In Water

Hawaii, Oahu, Male Playing Golf, Ready To Swing His Golf Club At A Beach Front Golf Course

Light Streaming Through A Door

Hawaii, Oahu, Man And Hawaiian Sea Turtle Swimming Side By Side In The Ocean Reef, View From Above

Close Up Of Womans Mouth

Hawaii, Kauai, Traditional Tea Setting

No Peeking! A brunette lays down the law to a Peeping Tom
No Peeking! A brunette lays down the law to an invisible onlooker, who is seemingly admiring her choice of tiny red (with black spots) beach wear and red high heeled shoes. Date: early 1940s

Peek-a-boo! A Blonde starlet with tights and bare back
Peek-a-boo! A Blonde starlet standing alongside a some red stage curtains covered in little black stars, looks back over her shoulder

Sylvia Sidney - American actress
Sylvia Sidney (1910-1999) - American actress of Romanian extraction. Star of stage and screen - rose to prominence in the 1930s. Date: circa 1930s

Oriental Beauty - or, to be more precise, a French Model with a painted-on veil and turban..... Date: late 1920s

Spain. Avila. Section of the medieval walls, 12th century. In the background, the belfry of Carmens Gate (Puerta del Carmen), 17th century

Bathing Beauty - The only Pebble (on the beach) Date: 1918

Advert for Fetiche range of toiletries, 1927
Advert for Fetiche range of toiletries - the subtle allure of Paris lies wrapt in Fetiche Date: 1927

Topsy Sinden Veil Dancing
Topsy Sinden veil dancing

Butterfly On African Daisy
A colorful butterfly alights upon a springtime African Daisy which is set upon a glowing background of orange African Daisies

Romantic Encounter
A Rufous Hummingbird visits these tiny pink flowers, hovering mid-air while tasting the nectar. Edited with a light texture

French Model with fun Vampish expression
French Model wearing dramatic make-up with a marvellous Vampishexpression! Date: circa late 1920s

Come back! Just one more time! What will the reply be? Date: circa 1905

Fashionable French girl with floral cap, large purple flowers, string of beads and a smart handbag - the height of late 1920s chic. Date: circa 1929

A Millionaire, drawing the attention of a pretty girl. I wonder if money is indeed her best friend...! Date: 1895

Waterskiing beauty waving
Daring - A one-handed approach to waterskiing taken by this risk-hunting brunette beauty wearing a small green swimsuit! Date: early 1940s

A ginger-haired young lady golfer, completing her swing
Winsome - A ginger-haired young lady golfer, completing her swing having driven down the eighth hole. The tight short blue jumper and thin red and white stripe mini-skirt seem par for the course

Leggy beauty sunbathing on a floating wooden platform
Inspiration - A long-legged beauty reclines and relaxes on a floating wooden platform seeking sun, inspiring thoughts and a good view of the diving! Date: early 1940s

Cycling beauty waving
Care-Free. A sporting young brunette peddling through the countryside on he bicycle, waving to those who are lucky enough to witness her passing. Date: early 1940s

Twirling Tempest dancer in red and black gown
Twirling Tempest - a striking brunette dancers with billowing skirt, red stappy high heeled shoes and short cropped red top strikes a pose on a wooden stage. Date: early 1940s

Saucy Sailorette ready for a dip in the sea
A Saucy Sailorette in long white trousers and a (very) tight red top, accentuating her curves. Standing by a groyne on a beach and holding a beach towel as if a little sea dip is in the offing

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Captivating and alluring, the red-headed girl exudes an irresistible charm as she sits gracefully in a sheer red dress. Her fiery locks cascade down her shoulders, framing a face that holds both mystery and allure. On the tennis court, a brunette beauty prepares to smash the ball with fierce determination. With every swing of her racket, she captivates onlookers with her skillful grace and undeniable allure. Roller-skating along the beachside boardwalk, a girl cuts a dash with effortless elegance. The wind tousles her hair as she glides past, leaving behind an air of enchantment and intrigue. In an equestrian setting, a sporty blond strikes a pose alongside her majestic horse. Their connection is palpable; their shared allure radiates from their synchronized movements and mutual trust. Transporting us back in time to the 1970 London Motor Show at Earls Court, we are immersed in the world of classic cars. The sleek designs and polished exteriors hold an undeniable allure for car enthusiasts who gather to witness these mechanical marvels firsthand. Delving into history's shadows reveals another side - one tinged with forbidden desires. In 19th-century Japan, prostitution thrived within pleasure quarters where courtesans attended to men's needs. These glimpses into this hidden world offer insight into society's complex relationship with desire and temptation. Moving across continents but still exploring this theme of forbidden allure, we encounter Joachim Beuckelaer's painting depicting a brothel in Belgium during the 16th century. This artwork captures both the opulence and secrecy surrounding such establishments while reminding us of humanity's timeless fascination with taboo subjects. Shifting gears once more brings us aboard "The Super Chief" on Santa Fe Railway - an icon of luxury travel during its heyday. Passengers were drawn by its opulent interiors adorned with plush furnishings and attentive service that created an atmosphere and exclusivity.