Sandles Collection

Kids & Cat on a Wall
A row of children sitting on a wall, watching a cat!

Free time
Samanta Krivec

Customs and costumes of the eastern countries and differing states of dress - women going to bathe
XIR391475 Customs and costumes of the eastern countries and differing states of dress - women going to bathe, 1513 (colour engraving) by French School, (16th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Girl in Yellow Drapery, 1901 (oil on canvas)
989717 Girl in Yellow Drapery, 1901 (oil on canvas) by Godward, John William (1861-1922); 30.5x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Girl in Yellow Drapery. John William Godward (1861-1922)

Costumed woman holds vase aloft (b / w photo)
3643376 Costumed woman holds vase aloft (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumed woman holds vase aloft)

Madonna and Child, c. 1490-1495 (tempera on panel)
3577125 Madonna and Child, c.1490-1495 (tempera on panel) by Pinturicchio, Bernardino di Betto (c.1452-1513) (workshop of); 33.7x25.4 cm; North Carolina Museum of Art, Raleigh

Fitting Out, from The Progress of a Midshipman, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving)
2562172 Fitting Out, from The Progress of a Midshipman, 1835 (hand-coloured engraving) by Cruikshank, George (1792-1878); Private Collection; (add.info.: He hails in lifes advancing way)

Where Happiness Lives
Fernando Correia da Silva

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Camping Family 1950S
A happy mother emerges from the tent with a tray of unbreakable plastic plates and cups, surrounded by her loving family in this rather idealistic camping scene! Date: early 1950s

Communion Outfits 1960S
Children, accompanied by a nun, in their First Communion outfits. Date: 1960s

Falka by H. B. Farnie. Image of the character
All the following images are pages from the same flyer. This one shows the lay brother, Pelican, who supplies much of the comedy. Glass in hand, he is saying I wanted that badly

Girl in Stripy Outfit
Butcher blue and white striped zephyr dress and hat for todays fashionable little girl (available at Harrod s). Date: 1930s

Spanish Stuffed Bread
Spanished stuffed bread, made with olive oil, a spanish onion, butter, garlic, eggs and garnished with macaroni cheese, but looking rather like a pair of sandles! Date: 1960s

POTTY NEWS
A little boy reads the latest news whilst sitting on his potty! Date: 1930s

Chocolate Zeppelin
A little girl with blonde hair in plaits, sitting on a wooden bench, eating a chocolate zeppelin wrapped in silver paper! Date: early 1930s

Children painting eggs

Monks Tea Time 1930S
Tea time is the longed for recreational moment for the monks of the Monastery of Gorheim, Germany. Date: early 1930s

CHILDREN BEING CRABS
Two children lie on their backs and make crabs. Date: 1930s

Girls & Abstract Art
Three little girls are bemused by modern abstract art. Date: 1960s

Walk-on street map in Paris
A map on a pavement in Paris, near the Hotel de Ville. The " Main Verte" (green hand) logo with the watering can

Buying an Ice Cream
A chubby little boy in shorts and sandles, buying an ice cream cornet from a jolly lady!

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"Sandles: A Timeless Footwear for Every Occasion" Step into the world of sandals, where comfort meets style and tradition intertwines with modernity. From kids playing on a wall to women in eastern countries preparing for a bath, sandals have been an integral part of diverse cultures throughout history. In the vibrant customs and costumes of eastern countries, we witness women gracefully going to bathe while wearing their colorful traditional attire. The 1513 color engraving captures this moment beautifully, showcasing how even in ancient times, sandals were essential for practicality and fashion. Fast forward to 1901, where an oil painting titled "Girl in Yellow Drapery" portrays a young lady adorned in elegant drapes. Her outfit is completed by a pair of delicate sandals that add gracefulness to her overall appearance. A black and white photograph shows us a costumed woman holding aloft a vase. Even though it's not clear what occasion she celebrates or the significance behind her costume, one thing is certain - her choice of footwear enhances her ensemble's authenticity. The iconic "Madonna and Child" painting from the late 15th century showcases Mary cradling baby Jesus. While our focus may be drawn towards their serene faces, let us not overlook Mary's simple yet timeless sandles that ground this holy scene. Moving away from historical depictions, we find ourselves immersed in maritime life through "Fitting Out, " an enchanting hand-colored engraving from 1835. Amongst sailors preparing their ship for voyage lies another sailor donning trusty sandals – ready to conquer both land and sea with ease. As we explore different realms where happiness resides, we stumble upon Falka – a character brought to life by H. B Farnie's imagination. In this image capturing Falka's essence, she stands tall wearing eye-catching attire complemented by fashionable sandals that reflect her bold personality. A girl dressed in stripy outfit catches our attention, radiating youthful energy and carefree spirit.