1930 1939 Years 30 30s Collection

Beautiful grounds at Gunnersbury opened to the public as a new park (b / w photo)
3637664 Beautiful grounds at Gunnersbury opened to the public as a new park (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

California: US Battleships at anchor, Long Beach (photo)
5995752 California: US Battleships at anchor, Long Beach (photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: US Battleships at anchor, Long Beach)

A Southern Railway poster advertising Ramsgate, 1939 (colour lithograph)
1769905 A Southern Railway poster advertising Ramsgate, 1939 (colour lithograph) by Kenneth Shoesmith (1890-1939) & Verney L

Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V (colour litho)
5996562 Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V (colour litho) by Guthrie, James (1874-1952); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some notable statesmen of the reign of King George V)

Early morning in Covent Garden Market (b / w photo)
3637556 Early morning in Covent Garden Market (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Early morning in Covent Garden Market)

The Battle of the Somme, 1916 (print)
3793843 The Battle of the Somme, 1916 (print); (add.info.: The Battle of the Somme - an armoured tank surrounded by injured soldiers during World War I, 1916)

Albert Einstein and Rabindranath Tagore, Berlin, 1930 (b/w photo)
1700702 Albert Einstein and Rabindranath Tagore, Berlin, 1930 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Albert Einstein and Georges Lemaitre Abbot, 1933 (b/w photo)
1700252 Albert Einstein and Georges Lemaitre Abbot, 1933 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Albert Einstein (1879-1955) and Georges Lemaitre abbot

Stalls that display the products of many climes in the fruit depsartment at Covent Garden (b / w photo)
3637557 Stalls that display the products of many climes in the fruit depsartment at Covent Garden (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Royal Opera House, Covent Garden (b / w photo)
3637533 Royal Opera House, Covent Garden (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Opera House, Covent Garden)

An old tavern on the riverside at Limehouse (b / w photo)
3637491 An old tavern on the riverside at Limehouse (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An old tavern on the riverside at Limehouse)

Tower of St Brides Church from Bride Lane, City of London (b / w photo)
3637632 Tower of St Brides Church from Bride Lane, City of London (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tower of St Brides Church from Bride Lane)

Horse Super Cigarettes 1935 (color printing)
398390 Horse Super Cigarettes 1935 (color printing) by Unknown Artist, (19th century); JMK Archiv, Bremen, Germany; JMK Archiv

Italy: Fondi, Castello (b / w photo)
6011687 Italy: Fondi, Castello (b/w photo) by Hielscher, Kurt (1881-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fondi, Castello)

Bus driver (b / w photo)
3637514 Bus driver (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bus driver. Illustration for Wonderful London by St John Adcock (Fleetway, c 1930)

British royal crowns and sceptre (colour litho)
5996555 British royal crowns and sceptre (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: British royal crowns and sceptre)

Christmas advertisement for Haig Scotch whisky (colour litho)
6001973 Christmas advertisement for Haig Scotch whisky (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas advertisement for Haig Scotch whisky)

Lubetkin Penguin Pool, January 1934 (b / w photo)
878300 Lubetkin Penguin Pool, January 1934 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Keeper and penguins)

Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret (b / w photo)
3103112 Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret)

Harley Street, Marylebone (b / w photo)
3637535 Harley Street, Marylebone (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Harley Street, Marylebone)

Spectators watching the Boat Race from barges on the Thames (b / w photo)
3637440 Spectators watching the Boat Race from barges on the Thames (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Wet winter evening and a book lover in Bloomsbury (b / w photo)
3637677 Wet winter evening and a book lover in Bloomsbury (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wet winter evening and a book lover in Bloomsbury)

Mecklenburgh Square, Bloomsbury (b / w photo)
3637687 Mecklenburgh Square, Bloomsbury (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mecklenburgh Square, Bloomsbury)

Warehouse in Red Lion Square, Holborn (b / w photo)
3637705 Warehouse in Red Lion Square, Holborn (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Warehouse in Red Lion Square, Holborn)

Chicago: Fourth Presbyterian Church (b / w photo)
6012113 Chicago: Fourth Presbyterian Church (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fourth Presbyterian Church)

A Little Carpet Maker (colour litho)
8633199 A Little Carpet Maker (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Little Carpet Maker)

Rome: Vue de Rome du palais Primoli (colour litho)
8633010 Rome: Vue de Rome du palais Primoli (colour litho) by Bouchor, Joseph Felix (1853-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vue de Rome du palais Primoli)

Rome: Le Quirinal, La porte d'entree (colour litho)
8633003 Rome: Le Quirinal, La porte d'entree (colour litho) by Bouchor, Joseph Felix (1853-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Quirinal, La porte d'entree)

Rome: Tombeau de Caecilia Metella (colour litho)
8633002 Rome: Tombeau de Caecilia Metella (colour litho) by Bouchor, Joseph Felix (1853-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tombeau de Caecilia Metella)

Rome: Au Palatin, La bibliotheque d'Auguste (colour litho)
8633001 Rome: Au Palatin, La bibliotheque d'Auguste (colour litho) by Bouchor, Joseph Felix (1853-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Au Palatin, La bibliotheque d'Auguste)

Rome: Au Pincio (colour litho)
8632999 Rome: Au Pincio (colour litho) by Bouchor, Joseph Felix (1853-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Au Pincio. Illustration for Rome by Camille Mauclair and J-F Bouchor (Henri Laurens)

Rome: Le Pantheon d'Agrippa (colour litho)
8632991 Rome: Le Pantheon d'Agrippa (colour litho) by Bouchor, Joseph Felix (1853-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Pantheon d'Agrippa)

BBC: Effects Studio, A "Four-in-Hand" Coach (b/w photo)
8659204 BBC: Effects Studio, A "Four-in-Hand" Coach (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Effects Studio, A "Four-in-Hand" Coach)

For afternoon tea (colour photo)
8657605 For afternoon tea (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: For afternoon tea)

Tennis: Lob Volley, Jean Borotra (colour litho)
8657504 Tennis: Lob Volley, Jean Borotra (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lob Volley, Jean Borotra)

Tennis: Backhand Drive, Jack Crawford (colour litho)
8657480 Tennis: Backhand Drive, Jack Crawford (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Backhand Drive, Jack Crawford)

Skimming stock for soup (b/w photo)
8657683 Skimming stock for soup (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Skimming stock for soup)

How to fry fish (b/w photo)
8657669 How to fry fish (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to fry fish)

A crown roast of lamb (b/w photo)
8657664 A crown roast of lamb (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A crown roast of lamb)

Stuffed breast of veal (b/w photo)
8657663 Stuffed breast of veal (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stuffed breast of veal)

An old-fashioned trifle (b/w photo)
8657658 An old-fashioned trifle (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An old-fashioned trifle)

How to prepare dinner rolls (b/w photo)
8657655 How to prepare dinner rolls (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to prepare dinner rolls)

A variety of marble cake (b/w photo)
8657653 A variety of marble cake (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A variety of marble cake)

When the apple crop is plentiful (b/w photo)
8657647 When the apple crop is plentiful (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: When the apple crop is plentiful)

A savoury Indian dish (b/w photo)
8657633 A savoury Indian dish (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A savoury Indian dish)

Carving tongue (b/w photo)
8657626 Carving tongue (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carving tongue)

Washing up (b/w photo)
8657624 Washing up (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Washing up. Illustration for Elizabeth Craig's Family Cookery (Collins)

How to judge fish (b/w photo)
8657622 How to judge fish (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to judge fish)

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The 1930s were a decade of contrasts and cultural milestones. From the vibrant colors of Southern Railway posters to the black and white photographs capturing historic moments, this era was filled with captivating images. In 1939, a Southern Railway poster advertised Ramsgate in all its glory. The color lithograph showcased the beauty of this coastal town, enticing travelers to explore its shores. Back in 1930, Albert Einstein and Rabindranath Tagore met in Berlin for an iconic photograph. This black and white image captured their intellectual exchange, symbolizing the fusion of science and literature. Three years later, another significant encounter took place between Albert Einstein and Georges Lemaitre Abbot. Their meeting was immortalized in a powerful black and white photo that represented collaboration across scientific disciplines. Italy's Fondi Castle stood tall in a timeless black and white photograph from this period. Its ancient walls whispered stories from centuries past, reminding us of history's enduring presence. Covent Garden boasted stalls displaying products from around the world during these years. A monochrome photo depicted bustling activity as visitors marveled at exotic fruits brought from distant lands. The Royal Opera House at Covent Garden also made its mark during this time. A classic black and white photo showcased its grandeur as it hosted unforgettable performances that transported audiences into realms of artistry. Even Christmas advertisements reflected the spirit of the times; one such example featured Haig Scotch whisky in vivid colors through lithography techniques - a festive libation for merry celebrations. On wet winter evenings, book lovers sought refuge indoors amidst Bloomsbury's charm. A nostalgic black and white photo portrayed a solitary figure engrossed in reading while raindrops painted patterns on cobblestone streets outside. Tobacco brands like Horse Super Cigarettes embraced bold hues with their colorful packaging designs back in 1935 - an era when smoking still held allure before health concerns became prevalent. A bus driver's portrait in black and white captured the essence of everyday life during this decade.