Festive Collection (page 2)

The Farming Year by Pauline Baynes
The Farming Year, painted in the style of a medieval stained glass window by Pauline Baynes, showing the agricultural activities of a farmer of the Middle Ages month by month

Arthur Askey and Dickie Henderson appear in Cinderella at the Birmingham Hippodrome. 3rd January 1973

John Inman a cast member of Are you being served pictured during the shooting of their Christmas show. 6th December 1976. John Inman Molly Sugden

Slovenia, Central Slovenia, Ljubljana. Christmas Market in Preseren Square

Petula Clark
Petula Sally Olwen Clark, CBE (born 15 November 1932), English singer, actress, and composer whose career has spanned seven decades

Healthy Exercise by Cecil W. Quinnell
A young woman out for a winter walk wrapped snugly in a striking red outfit set off by white fur collar and muff. Date: 1908

Victoria Palace Theatre playbill
Front and back page of a promotional booklet for the Victoria Palace Theatre, London for the week commencing December 19th, 1927

The Day After Christmas by Mark Symons
Cosy front room festooned with decorations and filled with Christmas toys. Date: 1931

Birds Eye Tobacco and Pipe, Christmas / New Year Card (chromolitho)
730696 Birds Eye Tobacco and Pipe, Christmas/New Year Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Birds Eye Tobacco and Pipe)

A new kind of derby (colour litho)
2777730 A new kind of derby (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A new kind of derby)

The Masked Ball (colour photo)
3091199 The Masked Ball (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Masked Ball. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Front cover of a TSB Christmas Annual 1946, with a very modern Santa Claus choosing to deliver presents by car. Date: 1946

Boy feeding dog in kennel, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
730828 Boy feeding dog in kennel, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boy feeding dog in kennel)

On the anniversary of the Battle of Ortigara, the pilgrimage of more than six thousand Alpine... (colour litho)
2809213 On the anniversary of the Battle of Ortigara, the pilgrimage of more than six thousand Alpine... (colour litho) by Beltrame

Soldiers lighting Gas Lamp, Christmas Card (chromolitho)
731056 Soldiers lighting Gas Lamp, Christmas Card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soldiers lighting Gas Lamp)

Initiation rites of the cult of Dionysus, fresco from the Villa Dei Mysteri
AIS5365809 Initiation rites of the cult of Dionysus, fresco from the Villa Dei Mysteri, 1st century BC (fresco) by Roman, (1st century BC); Villa dei Misteri, Pompeii

The Derby Night at Cremorne (engraving)
610363 The Derby Night at Cremorne (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Derby Night at Cremorne; from The Days Doings)

Still Life of Fruit, Nuts and Wine Glass, 1864 (oil on canvas)
PNH356221 Still Life of Fruit, Nuts and Wine Glass, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Newton, John Edward (fl.1835-91); 25.5x38 cm; Private Collection; Photo ePeter Nahum at The Leicester Galleries

Patti Tootell, Mike Newman and Helene Hunt, appearing at the Liverpool Empire in Jack and the Beanstalk. December 1979

Yesterday (Thursday) the centuries old Cornish Floral Dance re-enacted through the streets and houses of Helston, Cornwall. Thousands of spectators visited the town for the event

Workmen dance to the newfangled gramophone - 1923 dance / dancing / party season
Workmen dance to the " newfangled" gramophone - 1923 dance / dancing / party season / celebration / happy vintage news archive

Christmas Market along Lindaus Historic Port, Lindau im Bodensee, Germany, Europe

Tom Smiths Crackers advertisement
Advertisement for Tom Smiths Crackers, by appointment to T.M. The King and Queen. Date: 1913

Snowdrops (Galanthus nivalis) flowering in snow, in February

Britannia and Eve Christmas 1951 cover
Front cover of Britannia and Eve magazine, December 1951 featuring an illustration by Pauline Baynes of a festive medieval scene with numerous children trudging through the snow having collected

Christmas children sledging
Four small girls dressed in matching festive red capes and with fur muffs share a rather long sledge decorated with holly, forming a very pictureseque scene as they whizz down a snowy slope

The Tatler front cover Christmas Number 1955
Illustrated front cover of The Tatler featuring a highly independent poodle dog who appears to have done all his Christmas shopping

Illustrated London News front cover Christmas 1895
Girl with holly leaves and mistletoe about to knock at a front door

Biscuit Tins
A selection of Christmas biscuit tins from Huntley and Palmers for the festive season of 1899

Lord of Misrule C1600
THE LORD OF MISRULE leading the villagers in a festive procession

Roman Soldier on Guard
A Roman soldier, on guard duty on a cold winters day, watches as festive fare is carried to the banqueting hall

The Castel Sant Angelo, Rome, with Townsfolk watching a Firework Display at Night
7074554 The Castel Sant Angelo, Rome, with Townsfolk watching a Firework Display at Night (oil on panel) by Nieulandt, Willem van (1584-1635); 51x67 cm; Private Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Souvenir of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee in 1897 showing the key events during her reign (chromolitho)
6030591 Souvenir of Queen Victorias Diamond Jubilee in 1897 showing the key events during her reign (chromolitho) by English School

American Parade, 1917 (oil on canvas)
CH401763 American Parade, 1917 (oil on canvas) by Knowles, George Sheridan (1863-1931); 70.1x106.9 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Cartoon of monkeys playing billiards, Christmas greetings card. (chromolitho)
6031508 Cartoon of monkeys playing billiards, Christmas greetings card. (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cartoon of monkeys playing billiards)

The seven King Edwards (colour litho)
3103921 The seven King Edwards (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The seven King Edwards)

Feast in a vine pergola par Pirosmani, Niko (1862-1918)
FIA5405823 Feast in a vine pergola par Pirosmani, Niko (1862-1918). Oil on oilcloth, size : 140x114, , State Georgian Art Museum, Tiflis (Tbilisi) by Pirosmani

Festive Candy Cane Greetings, 1940s (lithograph)
2622319 Festive Candy Cane Greetings, 1940s (lithograph) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Stag beetle carrying mistletoe in a wintry scene, Christmas greetings card (chromolitho)
6031467 Stag beetle carrying mistletoe in a wintry scene, Christmas greetings card (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Victorian Christmas card of four owls on penny farthing bicycles, c. 1880 (colour litho)
3603320 Victorian Christmas card of four owls on penny farthing bicycles, c.1880 (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Photo eDavid Pearson; English, out of copyright

The Delhi Durbar, India (colour litho)
2779779 The Delhi Durbar, India (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Delhi Durbar, India)

A new Christmas panto is to go on tour this year, called "Once Upon a Fairy Tale
A new Christmas panto is to go on tour this year, called " Once Upon a Fairy Tale. Appearing are L-R Marty Wilde, Heinz Burt and Jess Conrad, holding Lulu. 18th December 1964

Charlton Athletic footballer Johnny Summers, who just scored five goals in one game in the spectacular fightback from 6-1 down to 7-6 winners against Huddersfield

Fragment of wall painting from the tomb of Nebamun, Thebes, Egypt, 18th Dynasty, c1350 BC. Though a standard subject for a Theban tomb painting, this banquet scene is one of the finest examples

Victorian Christmas time by H. L. Oakley
A series of silhouettes by H. L. Oakley depicting various transport scenes over the Christmas time. Date: 1939

The Graphic Christmas Number front cover 1932
Front cover of The Graphic Christmas Number for 1932 with an illustration of a lively medieval banquet, with a jester ushering an enormous boars head on a platter. Date: 1932

Standard Triumph car advertisement
Advertisement for Standard Triumph cars featuring a stylised festive character by Karo holding a Triumph saloon aloft in the air

Christmas Eve at Mr. Wardles, illustration from The Pickwick Papers
XJF396003 Christmas Eve at Mr. Wardle s, illustration from The Pickwick Papers by Charles Dickens (1812-70) published 1837 (litho) by Browne

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Get into the festive spirit with these delightful hints of holiday cheer. 🎄✨ "The Allies of Santa Claus" by Mabel Lucie Attwell - A heartwarming illustration capturing the magical companionship that helps Santa on his merry journey. Immerse yourself in the enchanting Christmas Market at Romerberg, Frankfurt, Germany, Europe - a picturesque wonderland filled with twinkling lights and traditional delights. Step back in time at the Christmas Market in Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Bavaria, Germany, Europe - where ancient cobblestone streets come alive with festive stalls and joyful laughter. Transport yourself to 1904 through the Illustrated London News Christmas number cover - an exquisite portrayal of yesteryear's holiday charm. Marvel at Brandenburg Gate adorned with dazzling decorations during Christmas time in Berlin, Germany, Europe - a sight that truly captures the essence of seasonal joy. Chuckle along with Lawson Wood's "Fat Geese. " as these adorable characters add their own comical touch to your festivities. Swing into celebration mode as Cy Lauries jazz band beats it out while people dance away in a dingy cellar in Soho, London - an underground party full of rhythm and merriment. Witness a Golden Retriever Dog driving a car to collect its very own Christmas tree. This whimsical digital manipulation brings together all elements of holiday delight – from hats and scarves to baubles galore. Experience overtime at a Christmas cracker factory through William Heath Rob's artistry – showcasing dedicated workers spreading joy one pop at a time. Let vintage news transport you to the jive-filled dance parties of 1950s – where every step is pure happiness during this season of celebration.