Turnups Collection

Comic postcard, Donald McGill self-portrait Date: 20th century

Women playing with a Yoyo on a beach near Dieppe, France
Women playing with a Yoyo, the craze of 1932, on a beach near Dieppe, France. Date: 1932

Androgynous man in suit applying lipstick to lips of girl in pyjamas (b / w photo)
2797025 Androgynous man in suit applying lipstick to lips of girl in pyjamas (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Comic postcard, Middle aged man chatting with a schoolboy or young university student
humorous, fun, funny, comic, card, postcard, british, young, man, men, home, domestic, fire, fireplace, room, o, kay, okay, boy, teenage, teenager, schoolboy, blazer, tie, lighting, cigarette

Ammeer, Outfits by Gerard Bresser, from Styl, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3496750 Ammeer, Outfits by Gerard Bresser, from Styl, pub.1922 (pochoir print) by German School, (20th century); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Ammeer, Outfits by Gerard Bresser, from Styl, pub. 1922 (pochoir print)
3496747 Ammeer, Outfits by Gerard Bresser, from Styl, pub.1922 (pochoir print) by German School, (20th century); The Stapleton Collection; German, out of copyright

Ammeer, Outfits by Gerard Bresser, from Styl, pub. 1922 (pochoir Print)

1960s, 60s, sixties, boy, boys, girl, girls, child, children, childhood, balham, street
Three children, a girl and two boys, wondering what to get up to on a Balham street, SW London. Date: circa 1961

Old man in shabby suit
An old man in a shabby suit leans (perhaps unwittingly) against an advertisement for Burton tailoring: Let Burton Dress You

Couple in garden chairs with two dogs. Date: circa 1930s

Three men on a reversible New Year card, looking over a garden wall. (2 of 2) Date: circa 1890s

Edwardian woman playing tennis, watched by a smoking man. Date: early 1900s

Edwardian golfing couple striding along
An Edwardian golfing couple striding along. Date: early 1900s

Edwardian couple playing tennis -- the man runs to hit the ball. Date: early 1900s

Edwardian golfer taking a swipe at the ball -- his caddy cowers, afraid of being hit by the club. Date: early 1900s

Advert for Burberry weatherproof top coat 1914
Advertisement for the Burberry weatherproof top coat or raincoat, designed for use in town and country. Showing a man in coat, bowler hat and trousers with turnups. 1914

Sheet music cover, Don t Ever Walk in the Shadows, with words and music by Art Noel and Clem Bernard. Showing a young couple walking along arm in arm. Date: 1942

Two men sitting in a garden
Two men sitting in a slightly overgrown garden -- the lawn certainly needs mowing!

Man at the seaside
A man at the seaside, sitting on what is probably a pier. His coat and hat can be seen at his side. (The woman in the previous picture is probably the photographer.) (2 of 2)

Two men in an outdoor setting, wearing slightly shabby, rumpled suits -- no doubt their working clothes. One wears a buttoned waistcoat, the other wears a knitted one

Man and woman on the beach, Newquay, Cornwall
A man and a woman sitting in deckchairs on the beach at Newquay, Cornwall, with an oriental-style parasol to shade them from the sun. Date: 1934

Four people with collie dog
Four people (two men and two women) sitting on steps with a collie dog

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"Turnups: A Timeless Delight in the 20th Century" Step into the whimsical world of turnups, where laughter and joy abound. From comic postcards to self-portraits by Donald McGill, these delightful snapshots from the 20th century capture moments that will surely bring a smile to your face. Imagine an Edwardian couple gracefully playing tennis on a sunny afternoon, their rackets swishing through the air with finesse. Or picture women giggling as they skillfully maneuver yoyos on a sandy beach near Dieppe, France – carefree moments frozen in time. In contrast, an old man in a shabby suit reminds us that even amidst life's challenges, there is still room for mirth and amusement. And who could forget the captivating image of an androgynous man applying lipstick to the lips of a girl in pyjamas? This black-and-white photograph speaks volumes about breaking societal norms and embracing individuality. Middle-aged men engaging in friendly banter with schoolboys or young university students showcase intergenerational connections that transcend age barriers. These encounters remind us of the power of conversation and camaraderie. The fashion-forward outfits featured in Gerard Bresser's pochoir prints take us back to 1922 when style was at its peak. Ammeer's designs exude elegance and sophistication – timeless pieces that continue to inspire fashion enthusiasts today. As we delve deeper into this captivating collection, we stumble upon a couple relaxing in garden chairs accompanied by their loyal canine companions – true bliss captured within frames. And let's not forget three jovial men depicted on a reversible New Year card; their infectious smiles symbolize hope for brighter days ahead. Lastly, an Edwardian woman engrossed in her game of tennis showcases strength and determination while enjoying her favorite pastime under blue skies. These turnup moments serve as reminders that no matter our circumstances or era we find ourselves in, laughter and joy are universal languages that connect us all.