Gaiety Collection (page 6)

Vacation in the Montgenevre: falling off a sled
3562874 Vacation in the Montgenevre: falling off a sled by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Montgenevre, environs, France 1915 ca)

Christian de Falbe with a Saint Bernard (1884, watercolour on paper). Private collection. Anders Zorn (1860-1920)
SYC4195660 Christian de Falbe with a Saint Bernard (1884, watercolour on paper). Private collection. Anders Zorn (1860-1920); (add.info.: Christian de Falbe with a Saint Bernard (1884)

Dance at the beach: postcard 1920
JAB4120011 Dance at the beach: postcard 1920; (add.info.: Dance at the beach: postcard 1920); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis.

Letter X, Y and Z: xylophone and eyes then zouave, zebra, c.1920 (print)
DUV4202602 Letter X, Y and Z: xylophone and eyes then zouave, zebra, c.1920 (print); 16x24.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: ABC de Guignol by Griff (French illustrator)

Illustration for Letter O, P and Q "Alphabet des insectes", 1883 (print)
DUV4199584 Illustration for Letter O, P and Q "Alphabet des insectes", 1883 (print); 10.7x7.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Letter T)

Letter A: When Messire Ane gallops, Albert is not very reassured about his fate
DUV4207455 Letter A: When Messire Ane gallops, Albert is not very reassured about his fate. Letter B: With his Beautiful Balloon, Baby trains himself to become a skilful balancer

An elegantly dressed young woman in white, photographing a small dog, poses for the photographer
3565297 An elegantly dressed young woman in white, photographing a small dog, poses for the photographer.; (add.info.: Great Britain 1900-1910 Photographer: Foulsham & Banfield); Alinari Archives

First World War: France, Postcard showing a couple of lovers declaring their love during a leave, 1917
LUX4736725 First World War: France, Postcard showing a couple of lovers declaring their love during a leave, 1917, love is a flowery path or wandering heart finds shelter; (add.info)

First World War: France, Patriotic colouring map representing three Alsatians in local costume
LUX4740938 First World War: France, Patriotic colouring map representing three Alsatians in local costume and headdress wear tricoloured bouquets, titled: 'Vive la France'

Children playing with toys
864812 Children playing with toys; (add.info.: Children playing with toys - Soldier's uniform, horse on wheels, ball, ninepins, skipping rope, rattle, bugle)

Irish March of Intellect: or The happy Result of Emancipation'. Barefoot Irish father introducing his son to an
527972 Irish March of Intellect: or The happy Result of Emancipation'. Barefoot Irish father introducing his son to an English lawyer in the hope of having him apprenticed. Cartoon 1820s

Girl playing hockey (colour litho)
8635853 Girl playing hockey (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl playing hockey)

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630775 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

There was an Old Person of Bromley, whose ways were not cheerful or comely (coloured engraving)
8634335 There was an Old Person of Bromley, whose ways were not cheerful or comely (coloured engraving) by Lear, Edward (1812-88) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Children in a sailing boat (colour litho)
8635280 Children in a sailing boat (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children in a sailing boat)

Hallow'een Revels (colour litho)
8632368 Hallow'een Revels (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hallow'een Revels)

Summer (colour litho)
8632365 Summer (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Summer. Illustration for Furious Fun (Blandford Publications Ltd, London, 1949)

Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho)
8630768 Page from The Bible Emblem Anniversary Book (colour litho) by Foster, William (1852-1924); Private Collection; (add.info)

National Types of Beauty: Greece (b/w photo)
8645397 National Types of Beauty: Greece (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greece)

Seeking Adventures (colour litho)
8650477 Seeking Adventures (colour litho) by Beddington, Alice Maud (1862-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Seeking Adventures)

Grown Men (colour litho)
8651611 Grown Men (colour litho) by Beddington, Alice Maud (1862-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grown Men. Children of the Village)

Being Naughty (colour litho)
8650491 Being Naughty (colour litho) by Beddington, Alice Maud (1862-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Being Naughty)

Gipsy Children (colour litho)
8650488 Gipsy Children (colour litho) by Beddington, Alice Maud (1862-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gipsy Children)

An Incomplete Ceremony (colour litho)
8650484 An Incomplete Ceremony (colour litho) by Beddington, Alice Maud (1862-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: An Incomplete Ceremony)

Superannuated (colour litho)
8650481 Superannuated (colour litho) by Beddington, Alice Maud (1862-1939); Private Collection; (add.info.: Superannuated)

Humorous cat postcard (colour litho)
8643380 Humorous cat postcard (colour litho) by Ellam, William Henry (1858-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Humorous cat postcard)

I am the God of Happiness, I simply make you smile (colour litho)
8655905 I am the God of Happiness, I simply make you smile (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: I am the God of Happiness, I simply make you smile)

Row of four girls pointing their toes (b/w photo)
8656025 Row of four girls pointing their toes (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Row of four girls pointing their toes)

Young woman decorating the number 13 with flowers (coloured photo)
8655997 Young woman decorating the number 13 with flowers (coloured photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: It will bring you happiness)

Smiling old lady in traditional Breton costume (coloured photo)
8655985 Smiling old lady in traditional Breton costume (coloured photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Smiling old lady in traditional Breton costume)

Smelling (colour litho)
8635372 Smelling (colour litho) by Holden, Albert William (1848-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Smelling. Illustration from Pears' Annual, 1897.); © Look and Learn.

The race down the hill (engraving)
8635200 The race down the hill (engraving) by Barnes, Robert (1840-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: The race down the hill; children racing each other)

Aux Bains De Mer, Baigneuses (b/w photo)
8621711 Aux Bains De Mer, Baigneuses (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Aux Bains De Mer, Baigneuses)

On the rocks (colour litho)
8621706 On the rocks (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: On the rocks. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn.

Truppenheimkehr / Troop Return (colour litho)
8666304 Truppenheimkehr / Troop Return (colour litho) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Truppenheimkehr)

Menuett / Minuet (colour litho)
8666194 Menuett / Minuet (colour litho) by Christophe (Colomb, Georges) (1856-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Menuett)

If the Canterbury Pilgrims had gone by char-a-banc (engraving)
8672635 If the Canterbury Pilgrims had gone by char-a-banc (engraving) by Downey, Thomas Edward (1852-1926); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mixed bathing (colour litho)
8677648 Mixed bathing (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mixed bathing. Postcard)

Sam Goldwyn with Judy Garland
2603942 Sam Goldwyn with Judy Garland; (add.info.: Sam Goldwyn (1882 - 1974) Polish - born American film magnate, with Judy Garland (1922 - 1969) American filmstar, and another artist).

First World War: France, Photograph of three soldiers showing an abundance of parcels in a front cabin, 1916
LUX4737301 First World War: France, Photograph of three soldiers showing an abundance of parcels in a front cabin, 1916; (add.info.: First World War - War 14-18 (1914-1918) - World War I (WWI or WW1)

Children playing with a Halloween pumpkin, evidee and decoupee as Jack O'Lantern, ca
NWI4884013 Children playing with a Halloween pumpkin, evidee and decoupee as Jack O'Lantern, ca. 1860 - Colorisee engraving, 19th century - Children with a Halloween jack-o'lantern

Wealthy fat broker and poor rustic peasant in rags. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical
FLO4718172 Wealthy fat broker and poor rustic peasant in rags. Copperplate engraving by Thomas Sanders after a satirical illustration by Timothy Bobbin (John Collier) (1708-1786)

Passions, plate IV, pub. by R. Edwards, London, 18th century (litho)
XND76006 Passions, plate IV, pub. by R. Edwards, London, 18th century (litho); Private Collection.

Portrait of Emperor Napoleon I (1769-1821) returning from exile to Elba, 1920 (drawing)
ELD4862982 Portrait of Emperor Napoleon I (1769-1821) returning from exile to Elba, 1920 (drawing) by Neziere, Raymond de la (1865-1953); (add.info)

Representation of Raphael de Valentin and Rastignac dancing after Rastignac's victory in the game - illustration
ELD4933737 Representation of Raphael de Valentin and Rastignac dancing after Rastignac's victory in the game - illustration from the novel "La peau de soragrin" by Honore de Balzac

The Dancers (oil on canvas)
822679 The Dancers (oil on canvas) by Bell, Edward August (1862-1953); 56x84.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Dancers. Edward August Bell (1862-1953). Oil on canvas

French Revolution: " the people of Paris dancing around the tree of Liberte, surmounts with the Phrygian cap
ELD4876453 French Revolution: " the people of Paris dancing around the tree of Liberte, surmounts with the Phrygian cap

Medievale French custom: Represetation of the Fete des Fous (or fete des Innocents)
ELD4867954 Medievale French custom: Represetation of the Fete des Fous (or fete des Innocents), celebrating the entry of Christ on the back of donkey in Jerusalem

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"Gaiety: A Timeless Celebration of Joy and Entertainment" Step into the world of gaiety, where laughter echoes through the ages and merriment knows no bounds. From the uproarious comedy "Hay Fever" by Noel Coward to the vibrant performances at Gaiety Theatre in Hastings, this concept has always been synonymous with pure delight. Intriguingly, even historical figures like the 5th Marquess of Anglesey found solace in gaiety, as he transformed into Pekoe for a momentary escape from reality. The enchantment continued with an advert for Gaiety Girl in 1896, captivating audiences with its allure. The programme cover for "The Beauty Spot" in 1917 exemplifies how gaiety transcends time; it remains eternally cherished. It was during such jubilant times that Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II) announced her betrothal to Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten at Buckingham Palace in London - a black and white photograph capturing their radiant happiness. Glimpses into history reveal more facets of gaiety's charm - whether it be through a lively production like "Gaiety Girl" in 1904 or an intriguing colored photo depicting a man relishing a large watermelon. These moments encapsulate joyous memories that have stood the test of time. From music halls like The Gaiety Music Hall Chatham to iconic venues like Cafe De Paris, gaiety thrived as people sought respite from everyday life. Caricatures immortalize beloved performers such as Nellie Farren and Edward Ledger who brought endless laughter to their audiences. Even musical compositions embraced this spirit; Pas de Quatre's Faust Up To Date graced music covers while reflecting society's fascination with dance crazes like tango - epitomized by films such as "The Girl on the Film" in 1913.