Interest Collection (page 32)

Phonograph Exhibited
The PHONOGRAPH is demonstrated at a London exhibition, attracting the interest of many, including a Post Office messenger boy

Finds from Mycenae / 1877
Schliemanns finds from his dig at Mycenae on display at Athens

Molyneux Dresses 1930
Two dress designs by Molyneux both with gored flaring skirts, belts & matching sac jackets. One has chevron panels or inserts which add interest to the skirt

Children / Seaside Fishing
Two children fish in a rock pool for shrimps, while their dog looks on with interest

Vernon Gallery
Ladies and gentlemen looking with interest at the paintings of the Vernon Collection, housed then in the basement of the National Gallery, London

Peacocks and Peahens
One peacock perches on a bough, letting its tail droop while another puts on a show, one peahen shows interest but the others peck for food. (Pavo cristatus)

High Neck Dress 1922
Clinging gown with high stand collar & cuffs that extend over the hands with button detailing & gored flared skirt. Contrasting colour trim adds interest

Girl and Lambs
A little girl tries to interest some lambs in the flowers shes picking : they wonder if they are fit to eat?

During Siege of Paris
French troops in the besieged city erect their barracks on the boulevards where they are the object of popular interest from women and dogs alike

Mesmer and Academie
Mesmer hopes to interest the French Academie des Sciences in his work, but they ignore him and it

Jerome Earl Portland
JEROME WESTON second earl of PORTLAND statesman, with an interest in naval affairs with his autograph

French Farm Buildings
Farm buildings of architectural interest including sloping cantilevered roofs, a cat slide roof with a lean-to or linhay. A chateau broods in the background

Stimulating Baby
A young mother, with baby on her lap, looks down tenderly as she holds up a finger to interest the child. Perhaps the baby is learning to focus

Japanese Printmaking
How they print from wood blocks in the Orient - apart from its subject interest, a remarkable pastiche of Japanese painting

Beached Sperm Whale / Frie
A beached sperm whale arouses a lot of interest

Submarines / American
ROBERT FULTON, American inventor, demonstrates his Nautilus to the French but fails to interest Napoleon

FULTON (1765 - 1815)
ROBERT FULTON American inventor; in Paris 1797-1806 he invents a submarine but fails to interest Napoleon

Lorenzo Da Ponte
LORENZO DA PONTE Italian poet and librettist. Wrote librettos for Mozart and established a class in New York, advancig interest in Italian culture in the US

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"Captivating Interests from Around the World: A Glimpse into Fascinating Moments" As the sun sets over Almyros Beach, near Acharavi on Corfu Island in Greece, one can't help but be captivated by the breathtaking beauty of nature's masterpiece. Angus McBean's portrait of Vivien Leigh leaves us spellbound, showcasing her timeless allure and captivating presence. The crowds at Romsey during the Royal Wedding of 1947 create an electric atmosphere, as people come together to celebrate a momentous occasion filled with joy and excitement. In Muncaster Castle at Ravenglass, the female barn owl gracefully perches, enchanting visitors with its majestic elegance and silent wisdom. Champagne Louis Roederer's entrance door in Reims boasts a stunning wrought iron portico that adds an air of sophistication and intrigue to this renowned champagne house. With their curious gaze fixed upon us, meerkats or suricates sit attentively as they watch over their surroundings—a reminder of how even small creatures can hold our interest captive. Peering through a gate along the Cotswold Way in Stanway village, black-faced sheep capture our attention with their endearing curiosity and gentle demeanor. Through Angus McBean's portrait of Rosemary Kennedy, we catch a glimpse into her enigmatic personality—an intriguing figure who continues to spark fascination even today. An infant mountain gorilla melts hearts with its innocent expression—reminding us of the profound connection between humans and these remarkable creatures that share our planet. Transported back in time to 1929 at the Schoolboys Own Exhibition, an automaton mesmerizes spectators with its intricate movements—a testament to human ingenuity throughout history. London comes alive as we witness a motor bus from 1903 traversing its streets—a nostalgic reminder of how transportation has evolved, yet still captivates our imagination.