Flapper Collection (page 4)

A sketch by Fish of a young lady on the telephone to her admirers, London, 1926 Date: 1926

Advert for a complete beauty kit from Edna Wallace Hooper, 1928 Date: 1928

The flapper and the Quarterback - Ruth Page and Jorg Fasting in a series of poses from their dance performed in recital this season, 1928 Date: 1928

Cartoon by Alfred Leete showing a fashionable 1920s couple walking along a beach. The title refers to the popular Cochran revue of that year at the London Pavilion starring Edythe Baker

Just an old-fashioned girl - skirt lengths go down in 1930
Cartoon commenting on the sudden change in hemlines in 1930, which went down to the floor once more. Suddenly, the modern flapper girl of the mid-1920s with her short skirts looks rather

Art Deco Design of a Woman Clinging to Her Man, 1928 (colour litho)
3036042 Art Deco Design of a Woman Clinging to Her Man, 1928 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); (add.info)

Fashion plate depicting a fan made from feathers, from Art, Gout, Beaute, 1921
CHT375182 Fashion plate depicting a fan made from feathers, from Art, Gout, Beaute, 1921, (pochoir print) by French School, (20th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Norah Blaney as Mademoiselle Yvonne in Out of the Blue
Norah Blaney appearing in Out of the Blue at St. Martins Theatre in 1928. She played the part of Julia Marlowe, " Mademoiselle Yvonne

Flapper in a Scarf Applying Makeup, 1923 (engraving)
2622427 Flapper in a Scarf Applying Makeup, 1923 (engraving) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dresses designed to be worn at a Royal Wedding
Three dresses designed to be worn at a Royal Wedding. 1922

An interesting novelty at the Milan Trade Fair, the fashion show of models on stage... (colour litho)
2809200 An interesting novelty at the Milan Trade Fair, the fashion show of models on stage... (colour litho) by Beltrame

1920s French Couple Embracing, 1922 (gelatin silver print)
2629998 1920s French Couple Embracing, 1922 (gelatin silver print) by French Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; French, out of copyright

Cicely Courtneidge as an Eton-cropped flapper
Actress Cicely Courtneidge made up as a typical eton-cropped, cigarette-smoking flapper in Cleansing the Stage sketch in the revue, " By the Way". Date: 1925

The Bystander, Arming for the Fray by Barribal 1930
Front cover illustration for The Bystander by William Barribal featuring a woman with flame red hair using a hand mirror to apply lipstick. Date: 1930

Cartoon, Manners and Modes - postwar simplicity in bathing gear. Date: 1920

Impressions of Englands new voters by Garretto, 1928
" Fluffy and Stuffy" - impressions of the new female voters of 1928 by Italian caricaturist Garretto. Rather unfair stereotyping with the pretty blonde on the left

American pinup in a hat. Date: circa 1920

American flapper pinup in costume (possibly Clara Bow). Date: circa 1920

Empire Marketing Board milk poster
Poster promoting milk for a " milk made complexion". Date: c.1928

Young woman reading a love letter by a fountain, c. 1925 (screenprint)
1126306 Young woman reading a love letter by a fountain, c.1925 (screenprint) by Williams, Wilton (fl.1920s); Private Collection; (add.info.: Screen print by Wilton Williams, c)

Charleston Dancer, c. 1925 (bronze, ivory & onyx)
2961305 Charleston Dancer, c.1925 (bronze, ivory & onyx) by Preiss, Johann Philipp Ferdinand (1882-1943); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

A Laputian Gentleman Taking a Walk, from Gullivers Travels by Jonathon Swift
3467979 A Laputian Gentleman Taking a Walk, from Gullivers Travels by Jonathon Swift (1667 - 1745), pub. 1909 (colour litho) by Rackham

Flapper Applying Makeup in a Mirror, 1923 (screen print)
2622180 Flapper Applying Makeup in a Mirror, 1923 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Popular excesses for a short skirt (color litho)
2777906 Popular excesses for a short skirt (color litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: Popular excesses for a short skirt)

Flapper in an Afternoon Dress, 1928 (screen print)
3036183 Flapper in an Afternoon Dress, 1928 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of a 1920s flapper modelling a fashionable floral afternoon dress;)

Flapper in a Swimsuit, 1923 (coloured engraving)
2622428 Flapper in a Swimsuit, 1923 (coloured engraving) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

1920s Couple About to Board a Commercial Flight, 1921 (screen print)
2622179 1920s Couple About to Board a Commercial Flight, 1921 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Caricature of Flappers Wearing Furs, c. 1920 (colour litho)
1126313 Caricature of Flappers Wearing Furs, c.1920 (colour litho) by Barton, Ralph (1891-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caricature of flapper wearing fur on the beach by Ralph Barton)

A curious adventure in Turin (colour litho)
2777751 A curious adventure in Turin (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: A curious adventure in Turin)

La Garconne, c. 1925-30 (painted silk)
CHT221685 La Garconne, c. 1925-30 (painted silk) by Hungarian School, (20th Century); Private Collection; eArchives Charmet; Hungarian, out of copyright

Flappers in Frocks and Coats, 1928 (screen print)
3036180 Flappers in Frocks and Coats, 1928 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of two 1920s flappers modelling fashionable frocks)

Three Flappers Modelling French Designer Outfits, 1928 (screen print)
3036176 Three Flappers Modelling French Designer Outfits, 1928 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info)

Flappers in Frocks and Coats, 1928 (screen print)
3036171 Flappers in Frocks and Coats, 1928 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); (add.info.: Vintage illustration of two 1920s flappers modelling fashionable frocks)

Couple dancing the Two Step (colour litho)
3094385 Couple dancing the Two Step (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Couple dancing the Two Step. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

People celebrating New Years Eve at a Roaring Twenties party. Albany, Birmingham, 31st December 1984

Lord Beaverbrook with Lady Beaverbrook attend the horseracing at Deauville on their annual two week holiday there. August 1922

Scene from the play The Squeaker. 3rd June 1928

Scene from the play Through The Veil. 5th February 1930

Scene from the play Follow A Star. 27 December 1930

Scene from the play The Rat Trap 21st October 1926

Scene from the theatre play Hawleys Of The High Street. 13 September 1922

French tennis player Suzanne Lenglen pictured with Conservative MP Oliver Stillingfleet Locker Lampson (right) and French tennis player Jacques " Toto" Brugnon at Victoria railway station

Lady Nancy Astor at Ascot meeting Circa 1930 P017235

GIRL ON SWING 1926
Woman swings in a tree. Date: 1926

Flapper Lady With Cigarette Holder
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Older Flapper Lady
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Interior frieze and cornice of the Temple of Aesculapius, pub. 1764. Creator: Robert Adam
Interior frieze and cornice of the Temple of Aesculapius, from Ruins of the Palace of Emperor Diocletian at Spalatro in Dalmatia, published 1764 (engraving)

Two transvestites in discussion while a further dances to a musician on the drums, from White Bottoms pub. 1927, (colour block print)

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"The Flapper: A Symbol of Liberation and Glamour in the Roaring Twenties" Step back in time to the exhilarating era of the 1920s, where a new breed of women emerged - the flappers. Immortalized in literature, film, and art, these daring young ladies challenged societal norms with their rebellious spirit and flamboyant style. In George Whitelaw's novel "The It Girl, " readers were introduced to a captivating protagonist who embodied everything that defined a flapper. With her bobbed hair, short skirts, and carefree attitude, she became an icon for women seeking independence and self-expression. On the cover of Bystander magazine in 1929, we see a glimpse into a flapper's world as she trains for boxing. Breaking barriers both physically and metaphorically, this image showcases their determination to defy gender expectations. At cocktail bars across America during this time period, you would often find twenties flapper girls sipping on martinis while engaging in lively conversations about politics or arts. They exuded confidence as they sat at the bar with their stylish attire reflecting the latest fashion trends. Flappers weren't limited to just socializing; they also embraced adventure. In one photograph from 1927 titled "Flapper on Bonnet, " we witness a fearless woman perched atop a moving car bonnet – an embodiment of audacity and thrill-seeking. Whether it was enjoying drinks at speakeasies or attending glamorous parties depicted in Gebrauchsgrafik illustrations from 1928, these young women knew how to have fun amidst Prohibition restrictions. Their zest for life was contagious. Barbara La Marr's portrait captures another facet of being a flapper - embodying allure mixed with mystery. Known as "The Modern Witch, " La Marr personified seduction through her smoky eyes and enigmatic smile – traits that captivated audiences during this era.