Tinsel Collection

Advertising Santas Grotto
Father Christmas and guests in a 1920s car on Chichesters West Street (outside the main Post Office). Advertising the grotto at Morants Department Store

German soldier's Christmas, between 1914 and c1915. Creator: Bain News Service
German soldier's Christmas, between 1914 and c1915. German soldiers gathered around a Christmas tree, outside during World War I.

Decorating the Christmas tree at the Krasnoyarsk Teachers Seminary, 1894. Creator: Lukhtanska
Decorating the Christmas tree at the Krasnoyarsk Teachers Seminary, 1894. This collection includes more than four hundred photographs of daily life in Yenisei Province in the late tsarist period

Putting a sparkle into Christmas... a beaming Joseph and Mary, otherwise four-year-olds Christopher Sykes and Sarah Hunter (front)

Father Christmas sitting in his chair waiting for his next visitor, in his Grotto in Teesside. 10th December 1977

Christmas Lights, Fowey, Cornwall. December 1991
Father Christmas with Hilda Court, Town Mayor, and Michael Penprase, Town Crier, at the switching on of the Christmas lights throughout the town

Clowns JLP01_08_053676
JOHN LAING AND SON LIMITED, PAGE STREET, MILL HILL, BARNET, GREATER LONDON. Two men, dressed as clowns, entertaining children at a childrens Christmas party at Mill Hill

Getting Ready Green
Pictufy Studio III

Mr James William Dodd in the character of Tinsel in Joseph Addisons The Drummer, Drury Lane Theatre 1771
6337789 Mr James William Dodd in the character of Tinsel in Joseph Addisons The Drummer, Drury Lane Theatre 1771 by Roberts

Tinsel Picture, c. 1937. Creator: James McLellan
Tinsel Picture, c. 1937

What is a home without love?, c. 1900 (b / w photo)
5054194 What is a home without love?, c.1900 (b/w photo) by Cress, John D. (1864-1938); Private Collection; American, out of copyright

Mrs Honey as Lurline (coloured engraving)
607705 Mrs Honey as Lurline (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mrs Honey as Lurline.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

Mr Collins as Ivanhoe (coloured engraving)
607703 Mr Collins as Ivanhoe (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Collins as Ivanhoe.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

Italian Christmas Greetings Postcard
circa 1910s

Mr C Hill as Sir Rupert the Fear Nought (coloured engraving)
607706 Mr C Hill as Sir Rupert the Fear Nought (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr Griffith as the Knight Templer in the Maid of Judah (coloured engraving)
607708 Mr Griffith as the Knight Templer in the Maid of Judah (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Mr Haines as Sir Brian de Bois Gilbert in the Maid of Judah (coloured engraving)
607707 Mr Haines as Sir Brian de Bois Gilbert in the Maid of Judah (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir William West as Sir Kenneth of Scotland (coloured engraving)
607704 Sir William West as Sir Kenneth of Scotland (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Fantastic Coiffure, Tinsel and Ball decoration (litho)
3632304 Fantastic Coiffure, Tinsel and Ball decoration (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fantastic Coiffure, Tinsel and Ball decoration)

Mr Templeton as Count Dunois in Joan of Arc (coloured engraving)
607702 Mr Templeton as Count Dunois in Joan of Arc (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Templeton as Count Dunois in Joan of Arc)

Actress in extravagant dress, with striking decolletage (colour photo)
3092876 Actress in extravagant dress, with striking decolletage (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Actress in extravagant dress)

Water Music
Dmitry Laudin

Una Stubbs wishes you a Happy New Year from the TV Centre, BBC Wood Lane, West London. 23rd December 1966

Denise Woodhouse, 6, daughter of Sunday Sun photographer Ian Woodhouse, decorates her Christmas tree at home. 19th December 1971

Noddy Holder of Slade. 14th December 1993

Dave Hill of the band Slade in festive mood. 12th December 1996

Mr Flynn and his family celebrating Hogmanay. Birmingham, 31st December 1982

Children from Hemlington Hall Infant school carol singing in Hemlington, Middlesbrough. December 1985

Tommy Cannon and Bobby Ball present The Cannon and Ball Christmas Spectacular Birmingham Hippodrome. 20th December 1984

Rawthorpe High School pupils decorating the Christmas Tree in the entrance to St Lukes hospital, Crosland Moor. 21st December 1985

Meltham Fire Station Christmas party - young girl with tinsel wrapped round her head. 16th December 1985

Kirklees Anglo Scandinavian Society celebrating Luciafest (Saint Lucys Day) at Stocksmoor Village Hall. 16th December 1991

Mary and Joseph, Hannah Thompson (4) and Jamie Rozario (5) with the Angel Sarah Beaver (4) and pupils from St Josephs Infants School in Upton. 20th December 1994

Halewood School Nativity play. 14th december 1994

The end of term nativity play at Mosspits infants school in Childwall, Liverpool. December 1996

Father Christmas travelling in style with helper, six year old John Stubbs, of Billingham. They are travelling in a horse drawn landau carriage during his visit to Stockton. 10th November 1990

Manchester United footballer George Best decorating his Edwardian boutique 7th December 1967

Manchester school children dressed as snowflakes for their schools pantomime. December 1982

Donkey the old english sheep dog attending the Battersea Dogs Home christmas dinner party © Mirrorpix

Battersea Dogs Home christmas dinner Nova the German Shepherd A©Mirrorpix
Battersea Dogs Home christmas dinner Nova the German Shepherd © Mirrorpix

Christmas - In their Grotto, which they have made in the front room of their home at William Cres Bryncethin, nr Bridgend, are Fred Jones and his wife Jean

Christmas wrappings and gifts. 15th November 1974

This chimp called Josie from Twycross zoo, Warwickshire is getting into party mood for Christmas. 23rd December 1993

NATIVITY PLAY C1970S
A school Nativity Play. Costumes have been created from nightshirts, tea towels, tinsel & foil. Date: circa 1970s

XMAS DINNER 1970S
A traditional Christmas meal with the family around the table, turkey and all the trimmings. Date: 1970s

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Festivals, Christmas, Decorations, gold coloured, bauble with white tinsel and fairy lights

Still Life - Flowers and Fruit in White and Pink Bowl, 1840-60. Creator: Unknown
Still Life - Flowers and Fruit in White and Pink Bowl, 1840-60

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"Tinsel: Adding Sparkle to the Festive Season" Step into a world of enchantment at the Advertising Santa's Grotto, where tinsel reigns supreme. This magical display is adorned with shimmering strands of tinsel, creating a whimsical atmosphere that captures the spirit of Christmas. Imagine walking through a Christmas arrangement of candles, flowers, and holly, all beautifully complemented by the glimmering touch of tinsel. The Getting Ready Green theme sets the stage for an unforgettable holiday experience. In December 1991, Fowey in Cornwall was transformed into a mesmerizing spectacle as Christmas lights intertwined with delicate tinsel illuminated the town. The Clowns JLP01_08_053676 brought joy and laughter to young and old alike amidst this dazzling backdrop. As you make your way through this festive wonderland, you'll encounter Father Christmas sitting in his chair eagerly awaiting his next visitor. His eyes twinkle with anticipation as he spreads cheer and goodwill throughout the season. Tinsel has been an integral part of celebrations for centuries. In 1771, Mr James William Dodd embodied Tinsel in Joseph Addison's play "The Drummer" at Drury Lane Theatre. His performance captivated audiences and showcased how they are add magic to any production. Even beyond Christmas festivities, it has found its place in various cultural traditions. A black-and-white photograph captures a Malay Bride and Bridesmaids adorned with delicate strands of silver thread - adding elegance to their special day. A vintage Tinsel Picture from 1937 by James McLellan transports us back in time when families would gather around it during holidays - marveling at its radiant beauty while creating cherished memories together. "What is a home without love?" asks an evocative black-and-white photograph from c. 1900 featuring loved ones gathered around a fireplace decorated with glistening tinsel.