Nov18 Collection

Violet Gordon Charlesworth: her home
The home of Miss Violet Gordon Charlesworth(b.1884) at St Asaph, Wales. She became notorious for faking her own death in 1909 by allegedly being thrown from her motor car into the sea from the cliffs

Rare Russian Postcard - Tsar Nicholas II (1868-1918) - sent from Odessa, Ukraine on 9th May 1900. Date: 1900

A small tugboat pulling a number of Thames River Barges
A lovely postcard composition depicting small tugboat pulling a number of Thames River Barges. Date: circa 1909

Violet Gordon Charlesworth: the motor car
The motor car with broken windscreen from which Miss Violet Gordon Charlesworth(b.1884) was alleged to have been thrown into the sea following an accident at Penmaenbach near Llandudno

Violet Gordon Charlesworth: the slope down which she fell
The slope down which, according to the chaffeurs first statement, Miss Violet Gordon Charlesworth(b.1884) was alleged to have fallen and coming through the windscreen of her car at Penmaenbach

Violet Gordon Charlesworth: site of the crash
The spot at which the motor car of Miss Violet Gordon Charlesworth(b.1884) was alleged to have struck the wall, over which she was said to have been thrown into the sea below at Penmaenbach near

King Oscar II of Sweden - Jubilee Postcard
A delightful card (mixture of white embossing and a pale yellow background) depicting King Oscar of Sweden (1829-1907) - Jubilee Postcard celebrating the Kings 75th Birthday

Locarno: Madonna del Sasso
Locarno, Italy: Madonna del Sasso - located on the northern shore of Lake Maggiore at its northeastern tip in the canton of Ticino at the southern foot of the Swiss Alps

Harry Hawker - Homecoming of the Australian Aircraft pioneer
Wild scenes greet the return, in 1914, of Harry Hawker (1889-1921) - Australian aviation pioneer - on his return to Australia (to demonstrate the advanced Sopwith Tabloid)

British Migrants to Australia on board ship - 1920s
In the 1920s, the Australia Government was keen to develop regional areas. Prime Minister Stanley Bruce considered there were three things necessary for this: labour

Prince Andrew of Greece and Denmark (18821944) of the House of Schleswig-Holstein-Sonderburg-Glucksburg - the seventh child and fourth son of King George I of Greece

Sculpture Erste Liebe ( First Love ) by Felix Pfeiffer
Sculpture Erste Liebe ( First Love ) (1912) by Georg Felix Pfeifer (1871-1945) Date: 1912

Percy Pilcher Drawings
Percy Pilcher Drawing Date: 19th century

Riders in St. Mortiz
A scene in the Swiss ski resort of St. Moritz in 1927 showing riders in smart riding habits, stopping by a cafÚáÀith their horses

Miss Penelope Pike by Madame Yevonde
Front cover of The Sketch featuring a photograph of Miss Penelope Pike who had just announced her engagement to the elder son of the Marquess and Marchioness of Zetland

Dior fashion show at the Savoy, 1950
Fashion show by Christian Dior held at the Savoy Hotel, London on 25 April 1950 to raise funds for the Museum of Costume, all arranged by Mrs Langley Moore

Como, Italy - The Cathedral and Belfry. Date: 1898

WW1 - Amiens Cathedral, France - Protection from air attack using a wall of sandbags (exterior). Date: circa 1915

The YWCA - Central Club - Great Russell Street, London - The Library Date: circa 1910s

Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, Canada
Mahone Bay, Lunenburg County, Nova Scotia, Canada. Date: circa 1910s

Archangel, Russia - The Surkow & Shergold Timber Deal Yard
Arkhangelsk (Archangel), Russia - The Surkow & Shergold Timber Deal Yard. The Shergolds arrived in Russia from Britain in the late 18th century

Aldwarke lock on the Sheffield & South Yorkshire Navigation near Rotherham - coal transport by barge from Aldwarke Colliery. Date: circa 1920

The Government House, Intendance St, Port Louis, Mauritius
The Government House, Intendance Street, Port Louis, Mauritius. Date: circa 1960s

Three Birds of Australia, Magpie, Butcherird and Kookaburra
Three Birds of Australia - The Magpie, Butcherbird and Kookaburra. Date: circa 1910s

London Central YMCA - Tottenham Court Road - now demolished and replaced by the St. Giles Hotel. Date: circa 1910s

Delhi, India - Tomb of Shams ud-Din Iltutmish
The Tomb of Shams ud-Din Iltutmish (r. 12111236), the third ruler of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi of Turkic origin, at the Qutb complex

Dodo at The African Museum of the Island of Aix
A Dodo at The African Museum of the Island of Aix is a French museum located on the island of Aix in Charente-Maritime. Sharing the label museum of France with the nearby Napoleonic Museum

Morocco - Casablanca - Derb-Sultan Quartier - The Fountain. Date: circa 1920s

C. M. S. Kalat Mission Hospital - Quetta, Balochistan province of Pakistan Date: circa 1909

Young Eskimo (Inuit) girl with a captured Arctic Hare Date: circa 1930s

Channel Tunnel proprosals, 1985(pages 2-3)
Article from The Illustrated London News, November 1985, detailing four proposed plans for the construction of a Channel Tunnel. The fourth was revealed as an exclusive by the ILN. Page 2-3 of 6

Sun worshippers at Eden Roc at Cap D Antibes on the French Riviera. A favourite rendezvous of wealthy Brits during the inter-war years when tanning became ultra-fashionable. 1930

Picknickers at the fences at Aintree - Grand National
The Grand National Steeplechase being over, the public at once invade that part of the course that is out in the country. They utilise the jumps

Carl and Tilly Brisson performing the Apache Dance
Carl Brisson and his sister Tilly performing the stirring Apache dance at the Palladium in 1927. Date: 1927

Horse race on the ice of the Great Lake at St. Moritz
Horse racing on the frozen lake at St. Moritz, an annual spectator sport at the smart ski resort. Date: 1927

Lili D Alvarez - ski jump at St. Moritz
Spanish tennis star Lili D Alvarez performing a very passable ski jump at the resort of St. Moritz. Date: 1927

Steve Donoghue wins fancy dress competition at St. Moritz
Champion celebrity jockey Steve Donoghue dressed as a sailor, his winning costume at a fancy dress competition at the smart ski resort of St. Moritz

Haig Paitgan sculpting Helen Wills Moody
San Francisco sculptor Haig Patigan working on his sculpture of tennis champion, Helen Wills Moody. Date: 1927

The Ski Forest by Fleming Williams
Typical scene at mid-day at the top of any well-known ski climb in Switzerland. A common sight to see as many as a hundred skis standing up in the snow to dry while their owners rest

Jazz band on skis at Murren
A jazz band gamely playing their instruments while on skis at Murren in Switzerland. Date: 1927

Ice carnival at St. Moritz
Dancing on ice in carnival costume on one of the rinks at fashionable St. Moritz. Date: 1927

Bathing at the Lido, near Venice
Bathers enjoying the warm waters of the Adriatic Sea at the Venice Lido in 1901. The building of the bathing establishment ( stabilimenti ), seen here on the left

The morning lounge at Biarritz
Scene on the beach at Biarritz in 1866, about a decade after the resort on the SW French coast was made fashionable by Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie

The afternoon promenade at Biarritz on the SW coast of France, made into a fashionable resort by Napoleon III and Empress Eugenie who built the Villa Eugenie here. Date: 1866

Violet Gordon Charlesworth
A portrait of Miss Violet Gordon Charlesworth(b.1884), showcasing her elaborate and expensive clothing. She became notorious for faking her own death in 1909 by allegedly being thrown from her motor

The Countess Paul Munster
Countess Paul Munster, wife of Prince Alexander of Munster of Derneberg, formerly Miss Muriel Hay. Date: 1924

E. M. Delafield
Edmee Elizabeth Monica Dashwood (nee de la Pasture), otherwise known as the writer E.M. Delafield (1890-1943). Best known for her book, " Diary of a Provincial Lady", published in 1930

Famous Trains and their Destinations
Page from The Bystander featuring five of the society women wearing their costumes for the Railway Ball to be held at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden in aid of the Kensington

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"Exploring the Enigmatic Life of Violet Gordon Charlesworth: From Her Home to Mysterious Postcards and Thrilling Adventures" Step into the intriguing world of Violet Gordon Charlesworth, a woman whose life was filled with fascinating experiences. In her quaint home, she cherished rare Russian postcards featuring Tsar Nicholas II and jubilee postcards showcasing King Oscar II of Sweden. These treasured mementos offered glimpses into a bygone era. But it wasn't just paper relics that intrigued Violet; she had an adventurous spirit too. Picture a small tugboat gracefully pulling numerous Thames River Barges along the scenic waters. This scene undoubtedly captured her imagination as she embarked on thrilling journeys. Violet's love for exploration extended beyond waterways; she also embraced the emerging world of motor cars. With wind in her hair and excitement in her eyes, she fearlessly navigated roads, relishing every moment behind the wheel. However, life sometimes takes unexpected turns, as it did for our intrepid heroine. One fateful day, Violet found herself tumbling down a steep slope – an incident etched forever in her memory. The site where this unfortunate crash occurred became both a reminder of resilience and a testament to human strength. Amidst all these adventures, one particular event stood out – the first Irish Water Spaniel club trials in 1908. Here we see Violet's passion for dogs shining through as she participated wholeheartedly in these prestigious competitions alongside fellow enthusiasts. As time passed, Violet continued to embrace new experiences with open arms. We catch glimpses of her attending more Irish Water Spaniel club trials in 1909 - evidence of unwavering dedication to this beloved breed. Yet amidst all these captivating moments from around the globe, there was another side to Violet's life that deserves recognition - weighing tea leaves on Sri Lanka's lush tea plantations. Engaging with local communities and immersing herself in their traditions, she found solace and purpose amidst the serene landscapes.