Taps Collection

Lourdes holy water, Lourdes, Hautes Pyrenees, France, Europe

Young woman washing clothes at a sink
A young woman at a kitchen sink washing clothes using a washboard. There is a stack of four dinner plates waiting to be washed up, a kettle, and a tin of One-O-One which cleans without scratching

Art Deco Bathroom
Luxury Art Deco en suite bathroom in various types of marble, with a built-in bathroom cabinet, heated towel rail and stylish taps and fittings

Sulphur Well at Llanwrtyd Wells, Wales - a spa town, which grew up following the discovery of waters with amazing healing properties in 1732, by the Rev. Theophilus Evans

Ladies in a kitchen
Two woman with sleek 1920s hair discuss the state of their hands in front of a kitchen sink filled with brightly decorated art deco pottery

Advert, Doultons improved hooded baths, London, Paisley and Paris. circa 1890

Pompe a beer - Views and elevations of an 18th century beer pump with levers, taps and pipes contained in a cabinet
FLO4685686 Pompe a beer - Views and elevations of an 18th century beer pump with levers, taps and pipes contained in a cabinet. Copperplate engraving by Mutlow after an illustration by J. Farey Jr

The Metropolitian Baths - the Douche and Shower Bath Room, 1858. Creator: Unknown
The Metropolitian Baths - the Douche and Shower Bath Room, 1858....there has scarcely existed in the metropolis [ie London] a convenient bathing establishment [however]...a company has

Purge valves DP221215
Ferrybridge C Power Station, Stranglands Lane, Ferrybridge, Wakefield. Detail of hydrogen and CO2 purge valves in the power stations turbine hall, at 39 foot level

Lever Brothers Vim Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for Lever Brothers Limited, promoting Vim, a cleaner for metal and even woodwork, such as utensils, taps, floorboards, baths etc

Lever Brothers Advertisement Vim
An illustrated advertisement for Lever Brothers Limited, promoting Vim, a cleaner for metal and even woodwork, such as utensils, taps, floorboards, baths etc

Dent and Hellyer Advertisement
Advertisement for Dent and Hellyer Ltd, sanitary specialists. Image shows a bright shiny pink basin with brass taps, legs and fittings. Date: circa 1930

Plumbers House-Leek (Water Drippery), illustration from The Bogus Book of Botany by John Weir, 1930-48 (ink on paper)
HIG294479 Plumbers House-Leek (Water Drippery), illustration from The Bogus Book of Botany by John Weir, 1930-48 (ink on paper) by Weir, John (1907-1951); Private Collection

Croton Water. C. Hillsburgh, practical plumber, no. 342 Water Street, New York
1079033 Croton Water. C. Hillsburgh, practical plumber, no. 342 Water Street, New York, 1840s (litho) by Childs, J. (19th century); Collection of the New-York Historical Society

Pl 87 Architecture Moderne I, 19th or 20th century (print)
STC423867 Pl 87 Architecture Moderne I, 19th or 20th century (print) by Muller, Richard (1874-1930); Private Collection; (add.info.: H)

Man flirting with a bar maid (colour litho)
3094672 Man flirting with a bar maid (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Man flirting with a bar maid. Postcard, early 20th century)

Poster for the Citizens Volunteer Hospital, Philadelphia, pub. 1862 (colour litho)
2646260 Poster for the Citizens Volunteer Hospital, Philadelphia, pub. 1862 (colour litho) by Queen, James Fuller (1824-c.1877); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hospital opened on September 5)

Decorated Lavatories from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison, Ingram & Co
STC182254 Decorated Lavatories from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison, Ingram & Co. Manchester, published c.1890 (colour litho) by English School

Views and elevations of an 18th century beer pump machine
Views and elevations of an 18th century beer pump with levers, taps and pipes contained in a cabinet. Copperplate engraving by Mutlow after an illustration by J. Farey Jr

Music cover, A Little Boy Called Taps, a march song, words by Edward Madden, music by Theodore Morse, sung with immense success by Miss Madge Lessing. Date: 1904

American Drinks (engraving)
1096853 American Drinks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: American Drinks. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Hotel Mar y Vent, Banyalbufar, Majorca, Spain
Dining Room in the Hotel Mar y Vent, Banyalbufar (Banalbufar), Majorca, Spain. Date: circa 1930

Decorated Lavatories from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison, Ingram & Co
STC182252 Decorated Lavatories from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison, Ingram & Co. Manchester, published c.1890 (colour litho) by English School

Vintage Childrens Still Life - Filled Bathtub, 1947 (screen print)
2630077 Vintage Childrens Still Life - Filled Bathtub, 1947 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Story of Mary and Martha, illustration from the Bible, engraved by J. C
STC425581 The Story of Mary and Martha, illustration from the Bible, engraved by J.C. Bodenehr (sepia engraving) by Merian

Improved Baths and Showers from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison
STC182257 Improved Baths and Showers from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison, Ingram & Co. Manchester, published c.1890 (colour litho) by English School

Decorated Lavatory Bowls from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison
STC182253 Decorated Lavatory Bowls from a catalogue of sanitary wares produced by Morrison, Ingram & Co. Manchester, published c.1890 (colour litho) by English School

Dry water
Milena Seita

Two new recruits getting use to army life making an early morning toilet in one of the up to date wash houses, Normanton Barracks, Derby. 15th January 1940

Prince Albert lays foundation stone - Nautical School
May 1919 - prince Albert (later King George VI 1895-1952) lays the foundation stone for a new Nautical School at Poole, Dorset

Advert for Ewarts Geyser hot water 1928
Hot water instantly night or day, maid bringing clean towels to her mistress, who is sitting at the edge of the bath. Date: 1928

Turncock
London characters: the TURNCOCK is employed by the water company to turn the mains taps on or off, as may be necessary. Date: circa 1870

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Turkey, Istanbul, Karakoy, Galata, stall selling plumbing equipment

Ecumenical Community of Taize, Burgundy, France, Europe

Boy washing hands, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa, Africa

Boy drinking water, Dakar, Senegal, West Africa, Africa

Georgian Donkey Water Carrier - Caucasus. Date: circa 1908

Dax, France - Thermal Baths - Mud bath Treatment. Date: 1923

Young model in a bath
A young model posing in a bathroom. Date: circa 1970s

Semi Truck Driving The Haul Road (James Dalton Highway) Along The Trans Alaska Oil Pipeline On The North Side Of Atigun Pass In The Brooks Range, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Scenic View Of The Trans Alaska Oil Pipeline From The Haul Road (James Dalton Highway), Arctic Alaska, Summer

Dwarf Fireweed And A Caribou Antler Laying On The Tundra Along The Sagavanirktok River With The Franklin Bluffs In The Background, North Slope, Arctic Alaska, Summer

Vitramant Coloured Pedestal Lavatory (washbasin) finished in black enamel. Date: circa 1920s

Standard Sanitary Appliances suite in Rose de Barry pink. Date: circa 1920s

Vitromant Coloured pedestal Lavatory (Wash Basin)
Vitromant Coloured pedestal Lavatory (Wash Basin / sink) in pink enamel with chromium plated fittings. Date: circa 1920s

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"Taps: From Holy Water to Suds, a Journey through Time and Culture" In the quaint town of Lourdes, nestled in the Hautes Pyrenees region of France, they have played an integral role in various aspects of life. This picturesque European destination is renowned for its holy water sourced from the Lourdes grotto. Pilgrims flock here seeking solace and healing, often utilizing taps to collect this sacred liquid. Moving beyond religious rituals, it also find their place in everyday chores. A young woman diligently washes clothes at a sink, relying on the convenience provided by modern plumbing systems. In an Art Deco bathroom adorned with elegant fixtures, taps exude both style and functionality. Venturing further into Wales, we discover the Sulphur Well at Llanwrtyd Wells—a fascinating attraction where visitors can experience therapeutic baths infused with mineral-rich waters flowing from ancient taps. Ladies bustling about in a kitchen demonstrate how these humble devices aid in culinary endeavors while maintaining hygiene standards. The significance extends beyond domestic settings as well. Lever Brothers Vim advertisements highlight how these essential tools assist in keeping homes spotless and germ-free. Meanwhile, Dent and Hellyer's innovative tap designs revolutionize bathing experiences for individuals pampering themselves or aspiring models posing gracefully amidst fragrant bubbles. As time progresses, so does design innovation—enter Vitramant Coloured Pedestal Lavatory (washbasin). These vibrant fixtures inject personality into bathrooms while serving practical purposes simultaneously. Purge valves DP221215 ensure efficient drainage systems that keep everything running smoothly behind closed doors. Stepping outside traditional contexts reveals yet another facet of tap culture—the colorful beer taps adorning restaurants like those found in Charleston, South Carolina. These eye-catching displays not only quench thirst but also add character to establishments' ambiance as patrons savor local brews poured effortlessly from these decorative spouts. From spiritual sanctity to household chores, they have woven themselves into the fabric of our lives.