Bath Room Collection

Yardley advertisement, 1962
Advertisement for the Lavender range of fragrances and bathroom products by Yardley, featuring an illustration of a pensive woman with large doe eyes. Date: 1962

French Bathroom 1906
A chambermaid helps her mistress take a shower in this elaborate bathroom containing bath, shower, bidet and loo, as well as the geyser to supply the hot water

Art Deco Bathroom 1930
An elegant art deco bathroom

Young Lady doing a pedicure on herself (before getting dressed!). Date: circa 1920s

Ending in Smoke by Heath Robinson
An ingenious smoke screen spreader for preventing embarrassing situations when the bathroom lock is out of order. Hilarious invention by the inimitable Heath Robinson allowing complete discretion for

Art Deco Bathroom
Luxury Art Deco en suite bathroom in various types of marble, with a built-in bathroom cabinet, heated towel rail and stylish taps and fittings

Bathing / In Bathroom / 1926
A woman drying herself in front of the bathroom mirror

Art Deco Bathroom Suite
A stylish, typically geometrical Art Deco bathroom suite, where even the weighing scales are made to match

The Plumber

Open air bath at luxury hotel, formerly Ian Flemings house, Goldeneye, Ocho Rios, St. Mary, Jamaica, West Indies, Central America

Art Deco Bathroom
An Art Deco style bathroom suite, with a shower fitting over the bath and plastic shower curtain

The Bath Parade by Muriel Dawson
Three children dressedin pyjamas, dressing gowns and slippers march in a procession towards the bathroom armed with towels and soap

Landlady discovers the lodger in the bath
The Lodger was in the bath. A landlady receives a nasty surprise as she comes across the lodger taking a bath

When the Hot Water Tap Runs Cold
Ingenious invention for improving the level of bath water, especially when hot water runs out, whereby the occupant inflates a large balloon to order to displace water and raise the level

Toilet, Tenterfield, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

Two boys larking about in the bath

Our Sailors, Life on Board Her Majestys Training-Ship "St Vincent"(engraving)
1045509 Our Sailors, Life on Board Her Majestys Training-Ship " St Vincent" (engraving) by Atkins, William Edward (1842-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Our Sailors)

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)

Paris: Bath-Room, German Embassy Building (b / w photo)
6007931 Paris: Bath-Room, German Embassy Building (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bath-Room, German Embassy Building)

Patricia Plunkett and Joan Rice in John Guillermins The Crowded Day (1954)
Patricia Plunkett and Joan Rice in The Crowded Day (1954) AKA SHOP SOIILED AKA TOMORROW IS SUNDAY

1950s bathroom Date: 1951

Woman using a urinal - WW2
" I m doing a mans job ain t I?" A tall imposing lady World War Two Factory worker passes comment in reposte to the surprise shown at her appearance at the Gents Toilet urinals by a fellow

Doulton Bathroom Suite
Green and white is always a good colour scheme for a bathroom, although this is difficult to judge in black and white! An Art Deco Doulton bathroom suite - stylish!

Zanzibar, Matemwe Bungalows. The stunning bathroom suit attached to one of the luxury Matemwe villas

Sunken bath in sunlit room with panoramic glass windows

Zambia, Livingstone, Tongabezi Lodge. Bathroom overlooking the Zambezi, The Tree House

Zambia, Livingstone, The River Club. Open air bathroom of the Litunga Suite, looking out over the Zambezi River

Bath at Honeyguide Tented Safari Camp

Bush shower at a flycamp during a camel trek at Sabuk

The Bath Room, Alhambra, Spain, Granada

The Bath Room, Alhambra, Spain

Plush interior of bathroom at hotel on Yellow Mountain, China

Africa; Malawi; Mt Mulanje; Small hut for bathroom at Thuchila on Mt. Mulanje

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

Hoellenthal (i. e. Hollental), Devils Bathroom, Lower Austr
Hoellenthal (i.e. Hollental), Devils Bathroom, Lower Austria, Austro-Hungary. Date between ca. 1890 and ca. 1900

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

Advert for Ewarts Geyser hot water 1926
Hot water instantly night or day 1926

Enjoying a soak in the bath, 1930
A lady reclines in a very comfortable-looking hot bath, enjoying the soothing effect on the nervous system of Zotis Foam Bath. Date: 1930

Advert for Ewarts Geyser hot water 1927
A contented housewife is about to fill her hot water bottle from her Ewarts Geyser water heater. Date: 1927

1950s DIY Date: 1959

Lady in the Bath - Provocative
A rather saucy card showing a lady in the bath with the tagline: Why don t you come up an see me sometime? Date: circa 1940s

Girl & Bathroom Cabinet
A little girl in a matching t- shirt and shorts with cats on them, ventures into the dangerous world of the bathroom cabinet... Date: 1960s

Royal Doulton Bathroom
A bathroom from the Royal Doulton Potteries Date: 1912

Bathroom in the Ritz
The RITZ HOTEL offers its pampered guests every conceivable luxury, as can be seen in this sumptuous bathroom fitted out with the most up-to-date equipment. Date: 1910

Female in Bath C1910
A pretty young woman steps into her bath. Date: circa 1910

Wilhelm Ii / Fantasio 1908
WILHELM II German Emperor admires himself in his bathroom mirror: " Papa Lohengrin" Date: 1908

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

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Step back in time and immerse yourself in the world of bathrooms throughout history. From the elegant Yardley advertisement of 1962 to the opulent French Bathroom of 1906, each era has left its mark on this essential space. In the Art Deco Bathroom Suite of the 1930s, sleek lines and geometric patterns create a sense of modernity and luxury. Meanwhile, a young lady indulges in self-care as she meticulously does her own pedicure, showcasing how personal grooming became an integral part of bathroom routines. Heath Robinson's whimsical illustration "Ending in Smoke" adds a touch of humor to our journey through bathrooms. As pipes twist and turn into unexpected shapes, it reminds us that even mundane tasks can be transformed into imaginative adventures. The Plumber takes center stage as he skillfully fixes any issues that may arise within these sacred spaces. His expertise ensures that every Art Deco Bathroom remains functional and beautiful for years to come. Transporting ourselves further back in time to 1926, we witness bathing rituals taking place within traditional indoor settings. The serene atmosphere invites relaxation while highlighting the importance placed on cleanliness throughout history. But not all baths are confined indoors; some seek solace amidst nature's beauty at open-air baths found in luxurious hotels. Surrounded by lush greenery or overlooking breathtaking vistas, these outdoor sanctuaries provide an escape from everyday life. Returning once again to the elegance of Art Deco design, we marvel at its timeless appeal. Its bold colors and striking patterns continue to captivate us today as they did decades ago when first introduced into bathroom decor. Finally, Muriel Dawson's "The Bath Parade" encapsulates the joyous celebration surrounding this private sanctuary. Whether it be soaking away stress or simply finding solace within its walls, there is something undeniably magical about stepping into a well-designed bathroom space.