Spiv Collection

Federica Darla and Sally Erskine pose outside the Theatre Royal in Newcastle to promote Scottish Operas production of " L Elisir d Amore 9 September 1980

Nigel Stock in Brighton Rock (1947)
Nigel Stock as Cubitt wears a hat and holds a gun in a portrait to promote John Boultings Brighton Rock

Leslie Dwyer and Olive Sloane in Maurice Elveys My Wifes Lodger (1952)
Leslie Dwyer and Olive Sloane

Dominic Roche, Olive Sloane, Leslie Dwyer, and Alan Sedgwick in Maurice Elveys My Wifes Lodger (1952)
Dominic Roche, Olive Sloane, Leslie Dwyer, and Alan Sedgwick

A spiv style portrait of Sting from a scene in Plenty (1985)
Sting (as Mick) with flowers and champagne in a moment from Fred Schepisis Plenty released in 1985

The Prodigal Son in Modern Life: The Departure, 1880 (oil on canvas) (for sketch
XIR33783 The Prodigal Son in Modern Life: The Departure, 1880 (oil on canvas) (for sketch see 45476) by Tissot, James Jacques Joseph (1836-1902); 100x130 cm; Musee des Beaux-Arts, Nantes

George Leybourne, The Original Champagne Charlie, illustration from The
XJF347927 George Leybourne, The Original Champagne Charlie, illustration from The Entr acte, August 24th 1872 (engraving) by English School

Comic Postcard - Somebodys Darling! (possibly just his Mother?!!) Date: circa 1910s

Barman has a stern word with a disreputable customer who has been stealing pewter beer tankards, which he has been turning into coinage to bring back to spend at the same establishment

A couple of Cockney Loafers. Date: circa 1890s

Cricket Illustrated - Bounder-y
Cricket Illustrated - " Bounder-y!" A superb postcard (as ever) by Bradshaw showing three caddish English Bounders of the Top Drawer, ready to cause some larks and pranks at the seaside

Young spiv with a cigar
A young spiv with a sweaty face, a thin moustache, a bowtie and a cigar. circa 1940s

Tom Walls / Cig Card
TOM WALLS English actor and director, later in character roles

Dodgy Dealer
KINGSTON MARKET A stallholder holds up a floral garment in an attempt to make a sale to a potential customer

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Step into the world of spivs, where style meets mischief and charm. 🎩✨ Cab Calloway's timeless music sets the backdrop for this captivating era. Nigel Stock in Brighton Rock (1947) brings to life the gritty underworld of gangsters and their cunning ways. Leslie Dwyer and Olive Sloane in Maurice Elveys My Wifes Lodger (1952) add a touch of humor to this thrilling narrative, while Dominic Roche, Alan Sedgwick, Olive Sloane join forces to create an unforgettable ensemble cast. Outside the Theatre Royal in Newcastle, Federica Darla and Sally Erskine strike a pose that captures the essence culture - boldness mixed with elegance. As they promote Brighton Rock (1947), their presence exudes charisma that is hard to resist. In this era of sharp suits and slicked-back hair, spivs were known for their street smarts and quick wit. They navigated through a world filled with danger but always managed to stay one step ahead. With each twist and turn, they left us wanting more. So grab your fedora hat and get ready for a journey back in time as we explore the fascinating world of spivs - where glamour meets intrigue at every corner.