Elastic Collection

Illustration of Hookes Law on elasticity of materials, showing stretching of a spring. Robert Hooke (1635-1703), English scientist and inventor, formulated his law in 1676

Colorful Toy Dogs
Julia Ramiro

Princes Aerial Ship. Star of the East!, 19th century. 19th century
Princes Aerial Ship. Star of the East!, 19th century

Wartime Robertson Rubber Advertisement
A wartime advertisement for Robertson Rubber Co. Ltd, promoting the use of elastic hosiery to fight varicose veins, which must not impede the war effort. Date: circa 1940s

Advert, Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander - avoid stooping of the shoulders and contraction of the chest. Date: 1848

RMS Titanic - cigar case recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett
RMS Titanic - from inventory of items recovered from bodies by cable ship Mackay-Bennett - a silver cigar case of rectangular outline with rounded corners

Advertisement for women's undergarments. Date: 1936

India rubber tree, elastic resin tree, Siphonia elastica
5856742 India rubber tree, elastic resin tree, Siphonia elastica by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: Flowers and leaves of the India rubber tree, elastic resin tree, Hevea brasiliensis)

Page from Hamleys Toy Shop catalogue, 1937 (litho)
5989472 Page from Hamleys Toy Shop catalogue, 1937 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page from Hamleys Toy Shop catalogue, 1937.); © Look and Learn

Peter Spanner, the man with elastic skin (b / w photo)
6000744 Peter Spanner, the man with elastic skin (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peter Spanner, the man with elastic skin)

Braces, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731135 Braces, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Braces, Christmas Card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection; English

Advert, Surgical Hosiery Co Ltd, Nottingham
Advert, Surgical Hosiery Co Ltd, Russell Street, Nottingham - manufacturers of elastic knee caps, anklets (plain, felted or padded), jock straps, suspenders etc. for all athletes Date: 1933

Bloomers - latest in fashion 1909
Suzanne Bergere walking around Paris, quite radical clothing for the late Edwardian era, a pair of nickerbockers

Saddle mushrooms
White saddle mushrooms, Helvella pityophila and Helvella crispa, and elastic saddle, Helvella elastica. Chromolithograph by Lassus after an illustration by A

Elastic bulla, Bulla resiliens, and pale or cylindric bulla, Bulla pallida. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after Sydenham Edwards from John Mason Goods Pantologia, a New Encyclopedia, G

Rubber Band, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730663 Rubber Band, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rubber Band, Christmas Card.); Look and Learn / Valerie Jackson Harris Collection

Uncle Sam Making Speech at World Fair (chromolitho)
733306 Uncle Sam Making Speech at World Fair (chromolitho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Rubber tree and gum arabic tree
Rubber tree, Hevea guianensis 1, and gum arabic tree or thorn mimosa, Vachellia nilotica 2. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Friedrich Johann Bertuchs Bilderbuch fur Kinder

Advert for Aertex men and womens underwear 1933
Aertex underwear, little cells in the fabric that allow the body to breathe. Date: 1933

Advertisement for braces and suspenders from Maison Guyot (chromolitho)
3639518 Advertisement for braces and suspenders from Maison Guyot (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Trade card for Eddelss Hosiery, Gloves and Flannel Warehouse (engraving)
3657237 Trade card for Eddelss Hosiery, Gloves and Flannel Warehouse (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card for Eddelss Hosiery)

Garters and suspenders (engraving)
5223889 Garters and suspenders (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Garters and suspenders)

The Apparatus for rendering Surgical Operations Painless (engraving)
1095662 The Apparatus for rendering Surgical Operations Painless (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Dance of Dust - 2
Beautiful woman wearing striped body dancing with cloth in white dust cloud shot in the dark. Andrey Guryanov

spread of waves
Gilbert Claes

Garters, American, ca. 1890. Creator: Unknown
Garters, American, ca. 1890

Advert for Lastex womens corset 1934
Model wearing a corset with elastic. Date: 1934

New invented elastic breeches, 1784. Artist: John Nixon
New invented elastic breeches, 1784; showing the interior of a breeches makers shop; two men, one standing on a chair, the other on a stool, try to pull on the breeches of a very stout man

Advert for J. Roussel womens underwear 1930
One-piece girdle with high-waist that gives a slimmer figure, also giving a comfortable wear, freedom of movement by using a flexible, porous elastic. 1930

Advert for John Barker womens underwear 1911
Models wearing slender fitted corsets with straight-front giving no curving to the figure. 1911

Advert for Acaric mens sock suspender 1898
For gentlemen the Acaric, sock suspender, preventing slipping down of socks! Date: 1898

Advert for Gorringes lingerie 1923
Gorringes lastest models in elastic wear and bust bodices. 1923

Wonderpus Octopus, Wunderpus photogenicus, Lembeh Strait, North Sulawesi, Indonesia

De we Corset & Bra 1950S
A young woman with a ponytail models a corset belt with suspenders & a matching brassiere

Ascot knicker elastic advertisement
Advertisement for Ascot knicker elastic, made from artificial silk. Washing won t spoil it - neither will boiling. Endorsed by actress and entertainer Ivy Tresmand who says, I like Ascot elastic

Vintage Hair Net Packaging - Elbee Nylon Hair Net with elastic, medium brown. circa 1950s

Vintage Hair Net Packaging - Elvetta Nylon Hair Net with elastic, woven of Dupont nylon in dark brown. The final touch of loveliness. circa 1950s

Advert for Barkers corsets 1914
Elegant designs from Barkers of Kensington. 1914

Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Royalty Hair Net
Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Royalty Invisible Hair Net with elastic - woven of DuPont nylon - new Duroy processed - " Fit for a Queen" ! circa 1950s

Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Duro Belle Nylon Hair Net
Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Duro Belle Invisible Nylon Hair Net with Elastic, made of DuPont mylon in blonde - Every net guaranteed - " Its all in the Duro-knots" ! circa 1950s

Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Tru-fit Nylon Net
Vintage Hairnet Packaging - Tru-fit Invisible Nylon Net with Superfine Mesh and Elastic Edge - made of DuPont nylon in Auburn - Guaranteed perfect ! circa 1950s

Advert for FITU muti-stretch skin- fits underwear 1935
FITU muti-stretch skin- fits, newest creation in elastic fabric for corsetry, combining perfect fit with delightful freedom. 1935

Advert for Le Crepe de Sante underwear 1906
Le Crepe de Sante - elastic and spongey - is the ideal undergarment for elegant ladies who are concerned with their health 1906

Advert for Twilfit underwear 1928
Girdles and corsets for women, English made and fully guarenteed. 1928

Letting Himself Down, by Bairnsfather
Letting Himself Down Having omitted to remove the elastic band prior to descent, Herr Franz von Flopp feels that the trial exhibition of his new parachute is a failure

Advert for Aertex athletic vest 1932
Aertex for buoyant health! The innumerable air cells of the wonderful Aertex Cellular weave keep the body refreshed with a constant supply of vital oxygen

Advert for Le Gant corsets 1935
Le Gant made of the uncopyable youthlastic... Has infused a new tradition of elegance into modern corsetry everyone of these beautiful garments is a distinctive creation with its own peculiar charm

Advert for J. Roussel swim suits for men & women 1936
Youthful lines come naturally with swim suits by J. Roussel in airollasta the new weave in pure wool and elastic. Date: 1936

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"Elastic: The Stretching Power of Materials Unveiled" Illustration of Hookes Law on elasticity of materials, showing stretching of a spring: Witness the marvels of elasticity as Hookes Law comes to life. This captivating illustration showcases the remarkable ability of materials to stretch and bounce back, reminding us that there's always room for flexibility in our lives. Wartime Robertson Rubber Advertisement: During times of war, elastic became an invaluable resource. This vintage advertisement from Robertson Rubber pays tribute to the versatility and durability products that played a crucial role in supporting soldiers on the front lines. Advert, Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander: Step into a world where fitness meets innovation with Binyon's Elastic Chest Expander. This vintage advert highlights how elastic bands revolutionized exercise routines by providing adjustable resistance for building strength and toning muscles. RMS Titanic - cigar case recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett: Even amidst tragedy, stories emerge showcasing the resilience materials. Discover this poignant relic from the RMS Titanic – a cigar case recovered by CS Mackay-Bennett – serving as a reminder that even in dire circumstances, some things can withstand immense pressure. Advertisement for women's undergarments (1936): Travel back in time with this alluring 1936 advertisement featuring women's undergarments made with high-quality elastic fabrics. Embracing comfort without compromising style, these garments offered women freedom and confidence like never before. Advert for John Barker women's underwear (1911): Delve into fashion history through this charming 1911 advert showcasing John Barker's innovative use in their women’s underwear collection. Witness how this revolutionary material transformed lingerie design forever. Advert for Gorringes lingerie (1923): Experience elegance at its finest through Gorringes' exquisite lingerie collection featured in this enchanting 1923 advertisement.