Variety Collection (page 3)

First Royal Variety Show dress rehersal, 1912
The dress rehearsal for the first Royal Variety Show performance at the Palace Theatre, 1912, which was attended by many celebrities

Double English Primrose, Common Primrose, English Primrose (Primula vulgaris)

Various tomato varieties

Casino Theatre, on Old Compton Street, Soho
The Casino Theatre, on Old Compton Street in Soho, London. It had originally opened as the Prince Edward Theatre in 1930, converted to the Casino in 1935

Traditional Turkish decorative pottery for sale, Grand Bazaar (Great Bazaar), Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Seville Cathedral, Santa Cruz district, Seville, Andalusia (Andalucia), Spain, Europe

London Palladium, autumn variety season, 1952
London Palladium Theatre, programme cover, Variety Season, Autumn 1952 Date: 1952

Vera Vivian, performer, in cloche hat
Vera Vivian, performer of the Reg Jecks and Vera Vivian Variety Theatre Company, seen here in a cloche hat and a coat with a fur collar. 1920

Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs, (oil on canvas)
651397 Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs, (oil on canvas) by Gilbert, Victor Gabriel (1847-1933); 47x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Flower Power; Marchande de Fleurs)

When the three hundred lights of all types and sizes are switched on the set of the Des O Connor show, it is much the same as switching on 200 ovens for the sunday dinners

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Capsicum annuum Scotch bonnets Chilli - Scotch bonnet chilli Mixed colours subject

Peacocks, 1683. Creator: Melchior d Hondecoeter
Peacocks, 1683

The Beautiful Dragonflys Life Story, 1935
The Beautiful Dragonflys Life Story, . From The Popular Science Educator, Volume 2, edited by Charles Ray. [The Amalgamated Press, Ltd. London]

Programme cover, Alhambra Theatre, London
Programme cover, Alhambra Theatre of Varieties, London. 1895

Yellow and orange Marigold -Calendula- and other flowers in summer, Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Caledonian Market
September 1910: Caledonian Market in Islington, the Metropolitan Cattle Market of London which is also a venue for traders of a variety of goods. (Photo by Topical Press Agency/Getty Images)

Cowboy boots lining the shelves, Austin, Texas, United States of America, North America

Diatoms
Selected slide of a group of fossil diatoms collected from Bori, Hungary in September 1895 and viewed under the light microscipe using differential interfereance contrast

Parsnip (Pastinaca sativa) Javelin F1 variety, freshly dug roots, Powys, Wales, January

North Africa, Africa, Morocco, Marrakesh. A Moroccan lamp and lighting shop

Assortment of spices, which are used as flavourings for food

Marine worms, artwork
Marine worms. Historical artwork of a variety of marine polychaetes, also known as bristleworms. Illustration from The Sea (1869) by Matthias Jakob Schleiden

Charles Bignell / Variety
CHARLES BIGNELL Music hall entertainer

Ornate architectural detail above the entrance to the Royal Palace, Fez, Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Coleus "Winsome" - (under glass) in beautiful Victorian greenhouses at West Dean Gardens, West Sussex. UK
DAD-1694 Coleus "Winsome" - (under glass) in beautiful Victorian greenhouses. West Dean Gardens. UK. September. Coleus blumei Also known as Flame nettle or Painted nettle David C Dixon

Sacks of tea, Melfort Tea Factory, Nuwara-Eliya region, Sri Lanka

Sacks of nuts and lentils in the Spice Souk, Deira, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Middle East

Lanterns for sale in the souk near the Djemaa el Fna (Jemaa el Fna), Marrakech (Marrakesh), Morocco, North Africa, Africa

Colourful Ethiopian souvenirs for sales in Lalibela, Lalibela, Ethiopia, Africa

Marche des Artisans (Artisans market), Djembe, Bamako, Mali, Africa

Peas Petit Pois in a pod
LA-1081 Peas - Petit Pois in a open pod Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Chaps Exercise Regime
A variety of body exercises, requiring no special apparatus, that will keep any chap in good shape

Sadlers Wells Interior
Rebuilt in 1765, this developed from a variety hall to a legitimate theatre, often of a spectacular nature as depicted here, with Poseidon riding the waves

Clock Mechanisms
A variety of clocks: an electric clock, a water clock, a sun dial, clock movements and pendulums

Middlebrough Cricket
The Middlesbrough cricket team pose for a photograph on their ground; players wear a variety of check and striped shirts, caps and hats, and carry bats or balls

Don Miguel Lerdo de Tejada and his Mexican Orchestra performing on the Keith vaudeville circuit, 1928 Date: 1928

A Spilled Basket of Fruits on a Draped Table with Monkeys, (oil on panel)
990230 A Spilled Basket of Fruits on a Draped Table with Monkeys, (oil on panel) by Snyders or Snijders, Frans (1579-1657); 64.5x106.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

An acrobatic baboon at the Hippodrome
Herr Grais with his performing acrobatic baboon at the London Hippodrome in 1902. Date: 1902

Diavolino, the monkey that loops the loop, London Hippodrome
Diavolino, the monkey that looped the loop on a little tricycle at the London Hippodrome in 1902. Date: 1902

Programme cover, Palace Theatre of Varieties, Manchester, two houses nightly. 1912

Invited guests at the bird-table by Neave Parker
A variety of British birds at a bird-table on a snowy winters day. 1. Robin, 2. starlings, 3. Redwing, 4. Chaffinch, 5. Nuthatch, 6. sparrow, 7. great spotted woodpecker, 8. blackbird, 8, thrush, 10

The Bachelors Birthday, (oil on panel)
989681 The Bachelors Birthday, (oil on panel) by Kaufmann (Kaufman) Isidor (1853-1921); 34.3x28.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bachelors Birthday. Isidor Kaufmann (1853-1921)

Ruffed Grouse, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph)
991231 Ruffed Grouse, 1865 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Elliot, Daniel Girard (fl.1860-77); 59x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruffed Grouse; Bonasa Umbellus)

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"Embracing the Tapestry of Variety: From Mushrooms to Didgeridoos" Step into a world where variety reigns supreme, where every corner holds a surprise waiting to be discovered. Explore the depths of diversity as we delve into an eclectic mix of wonders that span across time and continents. Transport yourself back to 1893, when the Carbolic Smoke Ball took center stage, captivating audiences with its innovative approach. Fast forward to George Formby's era, where his infectious tunes brought joy and laughter to all who listened. Venture into Little India, where vibrant pictures of Hindu Gods adorn market stalls, showcasing the rich tapestry of beliefs and traditions. In contrast, English football players unite in a team picture, representing unity amidst their diverse backgrounds. Marvel at the grandeur of London Palladium's programme; it encapsulates performances from all walks of life – a true testament to artistic variety. Journey through time with Sobranie cigarettes' advertisement from 1963; it captures an era when smoking was seen as glamorous and sophisticated. Delve deeper into nature's intricacies with entomology specimens that showcase the astonishing array of insect life. Pressed seaweed specimens C016 / 6127 offer glimpses into underwater worlds teeming with color and beauty. Take flight at Bristol Balloon Festival in Avon, England – witness hot air balloons painting the sky in vivid hues against picturesque landscapes. Finally, travel Down Under and immerse yourself in Australia's cultural heritage through traditional hand-painted didgeridoos bursting with vibrant colors. But perhaps nothing epitomizes variety more than a collection capturing "A Large Variety of Mushrooms" from 1913 – each unique shape and shade tells its own story within nature's vast kingdom. In this mosaic-like world filled with endless possibilities, let us celebrate diversity in all its forms – for it is through embracing our differences that we truly come alive.