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Background imageSilly Collection: Pea Apparatus by William Heath Robinson

Pea Apparatus by William Heath Robinson
An interesting and elegant apparatus designed to overcome once for all the difficulties of conveying green peas to the mouth

Background imageSilly Collection: His Masters Breath - Satire

His Masters Breath - Satire
His Masters Breath Satirical play on the dog/gramophone logo for His Masters Voice, substituting the music player for a whiskey jar and funnel

Background imageSilly Collection: A Decided Catch by William Heath Robinson

A Decided Catch by William Heath Robinson
The Whitebait cycle, an ingenious contraption necessitated by the exorbitant charges for hire of boats at the seaside this season

Background imageSilly Collection: Bound to Draw by William Heath Robinson

Bound to Draw by William Heath Robinson
Another well-thought-out experiment in dentistry from Heath Robinson, the Gadget King and mastermind behind endless convoluted contraptions and silly ideas. Date: 1927

Background imageSilly Collection: A cunning stroke by William Heath Robinson

A cunning stroke by William Heath Robinson
A clever but unsportsmanlike contrivance to increase buoyance and prevent fatigue among Channel swimmers

Background imageSilly Collection: Easter Dalmatain puppy

Easter Dalmatain puppy
A funny little Dalmatian puppy that looks like he just painted some Easter eggs

Background imageSilly Collection: Mixing treated asbestos fibre, Heath Robinson machine

Mixing treated asbestos fibre, Heath Robinson machine
Efficient plant for the successful mixing of treated asbestos fibre with cement

Background imageSilly Collection: Patent double action grinder for asbestos by Heath Robinson

Patent double action grinder for asbestos by Heath Robinson
A patent double-action grinder for mashing asbestos fibre - a drawing done for Turners Asbestos Cement Co by William Heath Robinson, renowned for his machines and convoluted contraptions. Date: c.1925

Background imageSilly Collection: Self-Help in War Time by Heath Robinson Building a Bungalow

Self-Help in War Time by Heath Robinson Building a Bungalow
No III - Building a bungalow: Now, having made a good start with your music-room, place your piano in position

Background imageSilly Collection: Rejected by the inventions board

Rejected by the inventions board
" Rejected by the inventions board

Background imageSilly Collection: Great Snoring

Great Snoring
A signpost pointing to the village of Great Snoring, North Norfolk, England, has clearly effected the man beneath it!

Background imageSilly Collection: Manila Carnival, The Philippines - Miss Ilocos Sur

Manila Carnival, The Philippines - Miss Ilocos Sur
Illustration after Walter Dendy Sadler (18541923) of his painting Thursday (Tomorrow will be Friday) of 1880, showing a group of jovial monks out fishing. Date: 1880

Background imageSilly Collection: Painted puppy

Painted puppy
A silly little Dalmatian puppy that looks like he got into the art supplies, on a blue background

Background imageSilly Collection: The Last train from Bangor, Northern Ireland

The Last train from Bangor, Northern Ireland Date: circa 1906

Background imageSilly Collection: Bermuda - Humorous Greetings Postcard - Onion

Bermuda - Humorous Greetings Postcard - Onion
Blessed is the man who comes to Bermuda (The modern paradise) And is tempted to eat a sweet onion instead of a forbidden apple

Background imageSilly Collection: Mr Popple Drunk 1898

Mr Popple Drunk 1898
After a convivial hunt breakfast at Hopham Hall, Mr Popple is found drunk and disorderly in charge of a horse

Background imageSilly Collection: Clowns performing in the Bognor Regis Clowns Festival 2017 pictured on Bognor Regis Pier in the sun to promote

Clowns performing in the Bognor Regis Clowns Festival 2017 pictured on Bognor Regis Pier in the sun to promote the event. Bognor Regis, Sussex, UK.

Background imageSilly Collection: Vintage photograph. Portrait of clown in silly hat with excited expression

Vintage photograph. Portrait of clown in silly hat with excited expression

Background imageSilly Collection: Paul Daniels and his wife Debbie McGee judge the North West stage of British Sausage Week in Manchester UK

Paul Daniels and his wife Debbie McGee judge the North West stage of British Sausage Week in Manchester UK

Background imageSilly Collection: In the support trench by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon

In the support trench by Bruce Bairnsfather, WW1 cartoon
" Old Bill has practically decided to try to get Private Shinio (the ex-comedy-juggler-and-hand-balancer)

Background imageSilly Collection: Jacks Saloon, Happy Hollow, Hot Springs, Arkansas

Jacks Saloon, Happy Hollow, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Jacks Sallon Bar at Happy Hollow

Background imageSilly Collection: Classic Tight Scotsman Joke - Lured by six beauties

Classic Tight Scotsman Joke - Lured by six beauties
Classic Tight Scotsman Joke - A stereotype Jock doesn t hang on long to his tight purse strings as six pretty girls required a drink! " It wasn t long here till bang went saxpence

Background imageSilly Collection: When Germany Surrenders her U-Boats by Heath Robinson, WW1

When Germany Surrenders her U-Boats by Heath Robinson, WW1
Why not use the enemy craft for peaceful sport? Ramming rabbits in the Balearic Islands

Background imageSilly Collection: Chimpanzees as policemen

Chimpanzees as policemen
UNITED STATES - CIRCA 1950s: Two chimpanzees dressed as policemen, standing holding guns. (Photo by H. Armstrong Roberts/Retrofile/Getty Images)

Background imageSilly Collection: Drunken man staggering home - about to hit lampost

Drunken man staggering home - about to hit lampost
Racing Illustrated - " Some delay at the post!" - a gentleman who has had a serious session at the Old Blue Bell (see 10909661) endeavours to make his way home

Background imageSilly Collection: Irish Drunk Pat and his drinking logic

Irish Drunk Pat and his drinking logic
Tourist - " I say Pat, why do you always take beer and whiskey Mixed

Background imageSilly Collection: Funny Saucy Wedding Postcard

Funny Saucy Wedding Postcard
Bawdy humourin this saucy postcard, depicting a bride and grrom in front of their vicar. The bride has her hand full... "...to have and to hold - until death us do part..." Date: circa 1910s

Background imageSilly Collection: Plate 80 from Los Caprichos : It is time (Ya es hora. ), 1799. Creator: Francisco Goya

Plate 80 from Los Caprichos : It is time (Ya es hora. ), 1799. Creator: Francisco Goya
Plate 80 from Los Caprichos : It is time (Ya es hora.), 1799

Background imageSilly Collection: An Early Lesson of Marching, December 24, 1794. December 24, 1794

An Early Lesson of Marching, December 24, 1794. December 24, 1794
An Early Lesson of Marching, December 24, 1794

Background imageSilly Collection: (The Morning After of a Faun) Le Lendemain d un Faune (or

(The Morning After of a Faun) Le Lendemain d un Faune (or, What an Afternoon ) - The Great success of the new ballet L Apres-Midi d un Faune in which the faun, failing to abduct the nymph herself

Background imageSilly Collection: Good Egg by H. M. Bateman

Good Egg by H. M. Bateman
An un-ovoid-able Easter Spheroddity by H. M. Bateman. Date: 1923

Background imageSilly Collection: Two women in fancy dress with tankards

Two women in fancy dress with tankards
Two women in fancy dress costumes comprising of knickerbockers, shirts and waistcoats, raise a tankard of beer each - presumably they re meant to be some kind of 17th century roisterers? c.1928

Background imageSilly Collection: A very early type of railway signal by W Heath Robinson

A very early type of railway signal by W Heath Robinson
A very early type of railway signal now rarely to be seen - an example from Railway Ribaldry, drawn by William Heath Robinson and commissioned by the Great Western Railway to mark their centenary

Background imageSilly Collection: Blasting Limpets by William Heath Robinson

Blasting Limpets by William Heath Robinson
Heath Robinsons Encyclopaedia of Sport - X. Blasting limpets on the Barbary Coast. Another unusual sport suggested by William Heath Robinson. Date: 1914

Background imageSilly Collection: Mine and Countermine by Heath Robinson

Mine and Countermine by Heath Robinson
A tunnelling stand off between a British and German soldier with the German soldier eventually burrowing so deeply he falls out of the other side of the world. Date: 1915

Background imageSilly Collection: Sadness, January 21, 1800. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson

Sadness, January 21, 1800. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Sadness, January 21, 1800

Background imageSilly Collection: A Lincolnshire Handicap by Heath Robinson

A Lincolnshire Handicap by Heath Robinson
A race between cranes at the test ground of excavation specialists, Ruston-Bucyrus, who commissioned the ingenious Heath Robinson to draw a number of comical engineering drawings for a booklet

Background imageSilly Collection: A Welsh Rabbit (Rarebit?) complete with traditional costume

A Welsh Rabbit (Rarebit?) complete with traditional costume
A Welsh Rabbit (Rarebit?) complete with traditional Welsh costume. Date: 1904

Background imageSilly Collection: Fire-escape patent, 1879 C024 / 3605

Fire-escape patent, 1879 C024 / 3605
Fire-escape patent, 1879. Artwork of a fire escape device designed by Benjamin Oppenheimer

Background imageSilly Collection: A Texans eye view of the USA

A Texans eye view of the USA, with a certain state having slightly more georgraphical significance than the physical reality....!! Date: circa 1930s

Background imageSilly Collection: Crabbing Their Style by William Heath Robinson

Crabbing Their Style by William Heath Robinson
Cartoon, Crabbing their style. Toeing for crabs at and seaside resort during the holiday months. Men crab fishing using feet as bait

Background imageSilly Collection: Cartoon - Swallowing a yarn

Cartoon - Swallowing a yarn
A little blackbird fails to consume a length of twine: " I can t swallow that yarn." Date: circa 1915

Background imageSilly Collection: Girl saying Grace but pet dog unwilling

Girl saying Grace but pet dog unwilling
" Fold Your hands Bob!" A pretty young girl says Grace, but is slightly affronted that her pet dog Bob is unwilling to join in and fold his paws together respectfully.... Date: circa 1910

Background imageSilly Collection: Some Difficult Camping Grounds by Heath Robinson

Some Difficult Camping Grounds by Heath Robinson
A variety of impractical and in some cases, downright ridiculous locations to pitch a tent, including on stilts in a lake, across a stream, in a field of angry bulls and on a steep rocky pinnacle

Background imageSilly Collection: The Lost Ball - Heath Robinson Cartoon

The Lost Ball - Heath Robinson Cartoon
The Lost Ball. Golfers try in vain to retrieve a lost ball in a lake on a golf course. It appears that a passing fish has swallowed it!

Background imageSilly Collection: The Featherd Fair in a Fright, 18th century

The Featherd Fair in a Fright, 18th century. Women with elaborate feathered hairdos flee from angry ostriches who want their feathers back

Background imageSilly Collection: Misfitz - Spoony

Misfitz - Spoony. early 20th century

Background imageSilly Collection: Man in doghouse

Man in doghouse

Background imageSilly Collection: A Top Notcher

A Top Notcher
Cartoon, A Top Notcher. One of the silly mistakes one makes when paying golf when it snows in Scotland. A short sighted golfer mistakes a bobble hat for the ball

Background imageSilly Collection: Misfitz - Qua-Qua

Misfitz - Qua-Qua. early 20th century

Background imageSilly Collection: I could do with a new photograph of you girlie

I could do with a new photograph of you girlie
Bonzo outside his tent with a photograph of his girl covered in kisses. Date: circa 1940

Background imageSilly Collection: Tattooing - Drunk Tattooist has got carried away

Tattooing - Drunk Tattooist has got carried away
Tattooing - Drunk Tattooist (Professor Smith) has got carried away... " Its taking you a long time to write I love Annie !" Date: circa 1920s

Background imageSilly Collection: Entitled: 'Boy in cowboy costume'

Entitled: "Boy in cowboy costume"

Background imageSilly Collection: Clowns performing in the Bognor Regis Clowns Festival 2017 pictured on Bognor Regis Pier in the sun to promote

Clowns performing in the Bognor Regis Clowns Festival 2017 pictured on Bognor Regis Pier in the sun to promote the event. Bognor Regis, Sussex, UK.

Background imageSilly Collection: Clowns Bibbledy Bob, (red hair) and Clown Bluey

Clowns Bibbledy Bob, (red hair) and Clown Bluey, (yellow hat) pictured entertaining children in Bognor Regis, West Sussex, UK Clowns Bibbledy Bob, (red hair) and Clown Bluey

Background imageSilly Collection: 3d Penguin plays video games in his spare time

3d Penguin plays video games in his spare time 3d Penguin plays video games in his spare time

Background imageSilly Collection: Blonde woman with long hair flying sticking her tongue out

Blonde woman with long hair flying sticking her tongue out. Conceptual image of freedom, strong attitude and personality

Background imageSilly Collection: Comic postcard - A Sore Point - Label your Trunk

Comic postcard - A Sore Point - Label your Trunk, Sir? - a younf porter uses a slightly ill-advised phrase whe addressing a Gentleman with a rather pronounced and protrusing proboscis !! Date: 1911

Background imageSilly Collection: Comedy - The Hoffnung Interplanetary Music Festival

Comedy - The Hoffnung Interplanetary Music Festival
Musicians Temperament - Hilarity during The Hoffnung Interplanetary Music Festival at the Royal Festival Hall, London

Background imageSilly Collection: Labour Saving by Heath Robinson. No. 2 - The Morning Starter

Labour Saving by Heath Robinson. No. 2 - The Morning Starter

Background imageSilly Collection: handsome brave strong man has a mad desire

handsome brave strong man has a mad desire, a dream to shield the world from dirt and evil

Background imageSilly Collection: The Autumn Campaign: advance of the Connaught Rangers, 1872. Creator: Unknown

The Autumn Campaign: advance of the Connaught Rangers, 1872. Creator: Unknown
The Autumn Campaign: advance of the Connaught Rangers, 1872

Background imageSilly Collection: Scene from 'Babil and Bijou, ' at Covent Garden Theatre, 1872. Creator: Unknown

Scene from "Babil and Bijou, " at Covent Garden Theatre, 1872. Creator: Unknown
Scene from "Babil and Bijou, " at Covent Garden Theatre, 1872

Background imageSilly Collection: Comic Postcard - Where is that Aviator?

Comic Postcard - Where is that Aviator? Two female aircraft passenefers rather alarmed that their pilot is not visible, he's hanging on for dear life! Date: 1911

Background imageSilly Collection: Long queues for the toilets at Mondorf-les-Bains Spa

Long queues for the toilets at Mondorf-les-Bains Spa
The Spa ('cure') at Mondorf-les-Bains between 6 and 7 a.m

Background imageSilly Collection: Woman smiling from the window of a trailer caravan on a beach, (c1960s?)

Woman smiling from the window of a trailer caravan on a beach, (c1960s?)

Background imageSilly Collection: Mods on scooters on club run 2008

Mods on scooters on club run 2008
Mods on scooters on club run, 2008

Background imageSilly Collection: Flying Tips: Keep your machine well in hand

Flying Tips: Keep your machine well in hand, and get up good speed along the ground before attempting to rise. Date: 1911

Background imageSilly Collection: Three Dutch girls bemoaning the lack of male companionship

Three Dutch girls bemoaning the lack of male companionship
Three Dutch girls complain about the lack of male companionship: When there isn't a boy about you do feel lonely'! Date: 1911

Background imageSilly Collection: boy peeing in public in Hanoi, Vietnam

boy peeing in public in Hanoi, Vietnam boy peeing in public in Hanoi, Vietnam

Background imageSilly Collection: Picture series Genrebilder VII

Picture series Genrebilder VII, Paris, 1878, four harlequins with jesters cap, Liebig picture, historical, digitally restored reproduction of a collective picture from c. 1900

Background imageSilly Collection: Picture series Genrebilder VII

Picture series Genrebilder VII, Paris, 1878, Harlequin painting a soup tureen, Liebig picture, historical, digitally restored reproduction of a collectors picture from c. 1900

Background imageSilly Collection: A street name sign for Gloucester Road, known locally as Pigsty Hill in Bristol, England

A street name sign for Gloucester Road, known locally as Pigsty Hill in Bristol, England

Background imageSilly Collection: Couple on stage, a clown making fun of a woman in a fashionable dress

Couple on stage, a clown making fun of a woman in a fashionable dress, circa 1920, Germany, Europe

Background imageSilly Collection: Pair, stage, theatre, man playing for his woman on a flute

Pair, stage, theatre, man playing for his woman on a flute, around 1910, Germany, Europe

Background imageSilly Collection: Women Moving in the Park, 1890

Women Moving in the Park, 1890, England, Historic, digital reproduction of an original 19th-century original

Background imageSilly Collection: dog reading the newspaper

dog reading the newspaper

Background imageSilly Collection: Bearded man holds his breath in anticipation and is turning blue

Bearded man holds his breath in anticipation and is turning blue

Background imageSilly Collection: French Bulldog dog with Valentines Day kiss lips photo prop in front of red background

French Bulldog dog with Valentines Day kiss lips photo prop in front of red background

Background imageSilly Collection: Cute French Bulldog dog with Valentine's Day kiss lips photo prop in front of pink background

Cute French Bulldog dog with Valentine's Day kiss lips photo prop in front of pink background

Background imageSilly Collection: Funny French Bulldog dog trying to eat Valentine's Day kiss lips photo prop in front of pink background

Funny French Bulldog dog trying to eat Valentine's Day kiss lips photo prop in front of pink background

Background imageSilly Collection: Funny dog Christmas costume. French Bulldog wearing gingerbread outfit with arms surrounded by festive decoration

Funny dog Christmas costume. French Bulldog wearing gingerbread outfit with arms surrounded by festive decoration

Background imageSilly Collection: Funny dog Christmas costume. French Bulldog wearing gingerbread outfit with arms surrounded by festive decoration

Funny dog Christmas costume. French Bulldog wearing gingerbread outfit with arms surrounded by festive decoration

Background imageSilly Collection: Male Husk outdoors in a snowy forest

Male Husk outdoors in a snowy forest, funny, weird, silly, fun



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EDITORS COMMENTS

"Embrace the Silly: A Whimsical Journey through Heath Robinson's Artistic World" Step into a world of whimsy and laughter as we explore the delightful creations of William Heath Robinson. From his ingenious contraptions like the "Pea Apparatus" to his comical illustrations such as "A Decided Catch, " this collection is bound to tickle your funny bone. In his satirical masterpiece, "His Masters Breath, " Robinson hilariously pokes fun at our obsession with personal hygiene. Who knew that even brushing one's teeth could be turned into a comical affair? Prepare to be amazed by the absurdity of the "Bound to Draw" machine, where treated asbestos fibers are mixed in an elaborate contraption - only in Robinson's imaginative mind. But it's not all about machines and inventions; there's room for adorable creatures too. Feast your eyes on an Easter Dalmatian puppy, painted with vibrant colors that will surely bring a smile to your face. Robinson's creativity knows no bounds, as seen in his patent double action grinder for asbestos. Leave it up to him to turn something mundane into a work of art. During wartime, self-help became essential, but who said it couldn't be amusing? Join us as we witness Robinson building a bungalow using unconventional methods in "Self-Help in War Time. " "A cunning stroke" showcases yet another hilarious scenario where imagination takes center stage. Prepare yourself for unexpected twists and turns that will leave you chuckling. And let us not forget Miss Ilocos Sur from Manila Carnival - her beauty queen charm juxtaposed against Robinson's playful style creates an enchanting image worth cherishing. Lastly, hop aboard "The Last Train from Bangor, " Northern Ireland, where even ordinary moments become extraordinary under Robinson's penmanship. His ability to find humor everywhere is truly remarkable. So come along on this journey filled with silliness and laughter.

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