Purvis Collection

Poster for Blackpool Ice Drome
A poster advertising the Ice Drome ice rink at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

The Dancer by Fred Purvis
Colour illustraton by Fred Purvis showing an elegant solitary dancer in a diaphonous yellow dress

Austin Reed. Tom Purvis. Advertisement for mens overcoats. Date: 1937

Soho, London - 20 Greek Street W1 - Hopkins Purvis & Sons Ltd, paint merchants. 1973

Poster advertising the Daily Herald, with a large pointing finger

Poster for the Daily Herald - Footballer
A poster for the Daily Herald newspaper, specifically advertising the football column written by Corinthian

Poster design, British Industries Fair 1933
Poster design, British Industries Fair, opening 20 February 1933, by Tom Purvis. 1933

London North Eastern Railway
An advertisement illustration for the London North Eastern Railway, showing a train racing along a viaduct which spans a massive river. Date: circa 1939

Interwoven Socks Advertisement
An advertisement illustration promoting interwoven socks, showing a man sitting on a deck chair, seen from a low angle. Date: circa 1939

Advertisement for Aquascutum, by Tom Purvis. Showing elegant man in Aquascutum coat, reading a magazine, whilst seated on a table

Colour illustration of a monk seducing a woman on a couch, with a red devil in the background, at a fancy dress party. Captioned, The Devil a Monk would be'. By Fred W Purvis, illustrator

J Edgar Hoover, chief of the FBI, with head of the Chicago office Melvin Purvis, USA, mid 1930s. John Edgar Hoover (1895-1972)

Advertisement for Parker Pens -- male model (S Purvis) holding up a fountain pen. 1959

Lady smoking a Batschari cigarette
A fashionable lady smokes under the starry sky - advertisement for A Batschari Imported Oriental Cigarettes. Date: 1924

Miss Modern magazine September 1934 by Fred Purvis
A couple in casual clothes cosy up on a hay cart, a rustic idyll for the outdoor types of the 1930s. Date: 1934

Tom Purvis. 1888-1959. Best known for his poster designs for the London North Eastern Railway, outfitters Austin Reed and the 1932British Industries Fair. Date: circa 1932

Source Size = 3822 x 2561
The War in Egypt: Lieutenant Purvis, Commander of the Ironclad Train, being Taken to Hospital after the Battle of Kassassin, September 9

ROBERT PURVIS (1810-1898). American abolitionist. Line engraving, 19th century

Just As it Used to Be by Fred Purvis
A lively scene of revelry in a Chelsea artists studio showing some Bright Young Things of the 1920s dancing, drinking and smoking at a party

The Dancer by Fred Purvis
Colour illustration by Fred W. Purvis of a dancer in the limelight on a theatre stage

Pan Cover Spring 1920
Colour illustration by Tom Purvis depicting a carefree red-haired flapper girl skipping in a spring meadow, accompanied by a hare & butterflies

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"Purvis: A Creative Legacy Spanning Art, Fashion, and Entertainment" Step into the captivating world of Purvis, a name that resonates with artistic brilliance across various realms. From Fred Purvis' mesmerizing dance moves in "The Dancer" to his iconic poster for Blackpool Ice Drome, the spirit of creativity flows through generations. Tom Purvis leaves an indelible mark on the fashion industry with his exquisite designs for Austin Reed and Aquascutum. His advertisements capture elegance personified - a man draped in an Aquascutum coat, engrossed in a magazine while seated atop a table. The birth of waterproof wool fabric by John Emary at Aquascutum in 1853 revolutionized fashion forever. In the realm of sports and media, we find Tom Purvis once again with his poster for the Daily Herald featuring a footballer. This dynamic artwork encapsulates the energy and passion associated with this beloved sport. Venturing into Soho's vibrant streets on Greek Street W1, one encounters another facet of Purvis' genius - an advertisement promoting the Daily Herald. Its presence illuminates London's bustling atmosphere as it captures attention from passersby. Purvis extends beyond fashion and media; he delves into transportation too. The London North Eastern Railway proudly showcases its connection to artistry through stunning posters designed by none other than Purvis himself. Interwoven Socks Advertisement stands as testament to how even everyday items can be transformed into works of art under Purvis' skillful hand. These socks become more than just footwear; they embody style and sophistication. Fred W Purvis takes us back to 1925 with his evocative illustration titled "The Devil a Monk would be. " In this intriguing piece set at a fancy dress party, we witness temptation unfold before our eyes - a monk seducing a woman while being observed by an ominous red devil lurking in the background.