Hobbies Collection (page 21)

Fishing lure
Illustration of a artificial fishing lure

Three ice-skaters on frozen pond or lake, cross section showing underwater flora and fauna below

Small boat on windy seas

Photographer in the snow, Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada

Young girl cleaning the hooves of a pony

Young woman sitting next to her horse, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Aerial view, paragliding, Mt. Zugspitze, Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Bavaria, Germany, Europe

Finger painting with acrylic paints

The unofficial strike of petrol tanker men is now seriously affecting London garages, many of which are today displaying Sold Out notices

Picture No. 10750262
Potato Cod / Giant Grouper - & diver Date:

Picture No. 10885396
Man riding above water on air chair Date:

Picture No. 10767966
Little girl snorkeling in the shallows. The waters of French Polynesia are very safe.. Children can swim and snorkel almost anywhere over lovely corals. Date:

Princess Elizabeth and Margaret in driving class at Windsor
Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) and her sister, Princess Margaret the winners of a cup in the private driving class for the best single turn-out at the Royal Windsor Show in May 1945

Watercolour painting of underwater showing typical fish of a large lake or pond, with perch, arctic char, muskellunge, large-mouth bass, walleye, pike, eel, lake trout, swimming along the bottom

Wooden aviary with budgies inside

Johannes Haesbroek (guide)

Paper glider
Boys in a school throw a paper glider (given away free with The Modern Boy magazine) out of a window, much to the excitement of everyone. This is what life was like before video games. Date: 1932

The Modern Boy magazine - free model aeroplane
Front cover of The Modern Boy magazine promoting its topping long-distance super model aeroplane - FREE inside! Date: 1932

Model aeroplanes
Front cover of The Modern Boy magazine advertising the working parts of a free aeroplane inside the magazine. Date: 1932

The Marquess of Milford Haven by Sirra
George Mountbatten, Marquess of Milford Haven (1892-1938), formerly Prince George of Battenberg, Earl of Medina, pictured in The Bystander by Sirra riding a small train

Phyllis and Zena Dare roller skating at Olympia
Actress sisters Phyllis and Zena Dare pictured on roller skates on the rink at Olympia at a time when roller skating was all the rage. Date: 1910

Railway enthusiast couple in Essex
The Station Master, one half of a railway enthusiast couple in Essex, looks down the tracks before allowing the train to depart. Date: 1960s

Woman with model ship made of matchsticks
Woman with a model ship made of matchsticks. Date: circa 1960

A Lover of Shakespeare
An artistic young woman sits with a book in her hand surrounded by evidence of her other creative hobbies including a harp and an unfinished sampler. Date: circa 1850

Skating costume, 1906
A charming skating costume with full bolero coat with epaulet trimmings of heavy braid. The tunic, graduated upwards at the back, shows a full skirt

Diabolo on Hampstead Heath, 1907
Women playing diabolo at the height of the craze in 1907, helped by some heron on Hampstead Heath. Date: 1907

Sidelights on personality - Mrs Charles Sweeny
Unusual portrait of socialite Mrs Charles Sweeny, the former deb of the year Margaret Whigham and later the notorious Duchess of Argyll

Earl of Lanesborough with his model railway
Denis Anthony Brian Butler, 9th Earl of Lanesborough (28 October 1918 27 December 1998), Irish aristocrat pictured with the large model-railway he had set up in his home, Swithland Hall

The Embroidery Frame by Bertha Newcombe
A young Victorian woman using an embroidery frame, a sewing box next to her and an example of her work, in the form of a sampler, seen on the wall behind her. Date: 1905

Advertisement for John Hassall Art School
Advertisement for the John Hassall Correspondence Art School based at Stratford Studios, Kensington. One of the leading artists of the day, known for his bold, graphic poster style

Advertisement for the Press Art School. run by art critic and writer, Percy Bradshaw. The correspondence course was recommended as a way to gain new skills for employment

A snorkeller swims into an entry of a Big Lagoon of El Nido Minilok island, near El Nido Minilok resort. El Nido, Palawan, Philippines. February

Engraving of Pedestrian Hobby Bicycle
Coloured engraving titled Modern Pegasus or Dandy Hobbies in Full Speed. By Thomas Tegg of 111 Cheapside, 1813

Chess set made from gun cartridges, WW1
A chess set made by Staff-Sergeant H. Henshaw, Royal Engineers, Wireless, Palestine constructed entirely from British and French small-arms cartridges with the help of a small file

Plasticine advertisement, WW1
Advertisement for Harbutts Plasticine from 1918, offering something to do to pass a pleasant hour when the weather is dull and wet and things at home seem gloomy

John Hassall Correspondence Art School, WW1
Advertisement for a correspondence art school, run by the famous illustrator and poster artist, John Hassall. Advertisements for art schools appeared frequently in illustrated magazines at the time

Selfridges cycle advertisement by H. L. Oakley
Delightful advertisement for the cycle department of London department store, Selfridge s, guaranteeing top speeds at low prices and featuring a silhouette of a cyclist zooming downhill by H. L

Selfridges books advertisement by H. L. Oakley
Advertisement for London department store, Selfridges and its book department, featuring a silhouette of a tranquil, cosy scene showing a family seated by the fireside, all enjoying a good book

The Mind of the Nation by J. L. Carstairs
A montage of images showing various people enjoying sports and activities including tennis, motoring, golf, cricket, swimming, punting, fishing and even butterfly catching

A reluctant musician: the honest truth
An aunt quizzes her unkempt nephew Tom about his prefered hobbies. Date: 1871

Lady Adelaide Webber
LADY ADELAIDE WEBBER of whom we know nothing beyond that reading was one of her hobbies Date: CIRCA 1840

Artificial fishing lures set
Illustration of a Artificial fishing lures set

Fishing hooks with baits
Illustration of a Fishing hooks with baits

Man Looking Up at Stars With a Telescope
Mandy Pritty, dv1233003

Sunset at Mengening Beach
Mengening Beach is located in the west side of Bali island

Bicycle
Antique illustration engraving of a bicycle

Artificial bait fish
Illustration of a Artificial bait fish

Angling
Illustration of a fishing hooks and baits

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"Hobbies: A World of Passion and Creativity" From the intense teamwork of the Crew Team Rowing to the whimsical illustrations like "A Decided Catch" by William Heath Robinson and "Little Miss Natty Fingers" by Muriel Dawson, they have always been a gateway to self-expression. In Picture No. 10854169, we witness a dedicated enthusiast meticulously cleaning their beloved possession after a long run from Tarland, Aberdeenshire in 1925. It's fascinating how they are take us on incredible journeys both physically and mentally. Even royalty indulges in their passions as Queen Elizabeth II is captured gracefully riding her horse at Sandringham. Hobbies know no boundaries or social status; they are an escape into our personal realms of joy. The thrill-seeking hang glider soaring above a picturesque rural landscape reminds us that they are push our limits and offer breathtaking experiences beyond imagination. For some, it's all about craftsmanship as seen when someone brings their steam engine named Hielan Laddie all the way from Aberdeen. The dedication put into such projects showcases the passion that fuels these endeavors. Kendo martial arts fighter holding his sword with unwavering focus demonstrates how they are also be avenues for discipline and self-improvement. The artistry behind each move is awe-inspiring. Hobbies even find their place amidst grand events like Coronation 1953 where the royal box at Ascot witnessed moments of celebration intertwined with shared interests among enthusiasts. In publications like The Scout magazine's Special Hobbies and Model-Making Number, we discover communities built around common interests - connecting people through shared passions across borders. Lastly, oiling a model railway exemplifies how attention to detail becomes an integral part of pursuing one's hobby. Each tiny component holds significance within this miniature world created out of love for trains. Hobbies encompass more than just pastimes; they embody our dreams, aspirations, and the essence of who we are.