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Fitted Collection (#17)

"Fitted: A Glimpse into the World of Ingenious Engineering and Design" Step into a world where innovation meets precision

Background imageFitted Collection: A Farrier at work, Worcestershire

A Farrier at work, Worcestershire
A Farrier at work, fitting a shoe to a large working horse, Worcestershire. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

Background imageFitted Collection: Corsets at home 1925

Corsets at home 1925
WHAT JOY TO BE FITTED FOR CORSETS AT HOME ! There is a NuBone Corsetiere near you who will call at your home at your convenience

Background imageFitted Collection: Donkey Gets New Shoes

Donkey Gets New Shoes
Shoeing (hooving) a donkey at a farm in Deal, where it has spent the winter. Come Easter the donkey will grace the beach at Margate. This little girl will have the first ride

Background imageFitted Collection: 1834 Arty Clothes

1834 Arty Clothes
Man: grey cossacks, fitted jacket, red fringed sash & gothic style slippers. Woman: white dress, imbecile sleeves encased below the elbow, brown bodice & vandyked apron

Background imageFitted Collection: Dunlop Bike with Tyres

Dunlop Bike with Tyres
Johnnie Dunlop on the first bicycle to be fitted with pneumatic tyres

Background imageFitted Collection: Dresses by Regny 1930

Dresses by Regny 1930
Jane Regny designs show soft fitted dresses in brightly coloured prints with gored skirts & ornamental panels. Accessories: white gloves & soft hats that cover the hair

Background imageFitted Collection: Gas Masks Fitted 1938

Gas Masks Fitted 1938
Two wardens for the Air Raid Precaution Scheme fitting children with gas masks during a house to house visit in Beckenham, Kent

Background imageFitted Collection: Canoes, Papua New Guinea

Canoes, Papua New Guinea
Large trading canoes, fitted with lateen sails, of Papua New Guinea

Background imageFitted Collection: Hose and Ladder Carriage

Hose and Ladder Carriage
Hose and ladder carriages by Merryweathers. Each ladder was provided with sockets so that they could all be fitted together to form one long fire-escape

Background imageFitted Collection: Two-Tone Dress / New Look

Two-Tone Dress / New Look
The sleeves are cut with the upper bodice and fitted to a deep waist band. The skirt is composed of bands of alternating brown & grey fabric of increasing width

Background imageFitted Collection: Non-Skid Tyres

Non-Skid Tyres
A Fiat car fitted with Kempshall non-skid pneumatic tyres

Background imageFitted Collection: Electric Fire

Electric Fire
The Raymond electric fire depicted in a traditional fireplace. It costs L3 10s and is fitted with a handle so it can be carried from one room to another

Background imageFitted Collection: Pyne - Prison Ships

Pyne - Prison Ships
PRISON SHIPS Hulks moored in the Thames off the Tower of London, fitted up to receive impressed seamen for the the Royal Navy

Background imageFitted Collection: Lake Submarine in Action

Lake Submarine in Action
A " Simon Lake" submarine fitted with wheels to move over the sea-bottom, passes through a harbour mine field 1 of 2

Background imageFitted Collection: Bireme and Corvus

Bireme and Corvus
A Roman bireme, fitted with a corvus for grappling enemy vessels, attributed to Duillius

Background imageFitted Collection: Edward VII Crown Fitted

Edward VII Crown Fitted
EDWARD VII French cartoon of Edward having his crown fitted

Background imageFitted Collection: Travel / Luggage

Travel / Luggage
A fitted travelling bag, lined with silk and with silver fittings and ivory brushes

Background imageFitted Collection: CORSET C. 1780

CORSET C. 1780
L essai du corset - A Frenchwoman in her boudoir is fitted with a corset by a staymaker. Her lover looks on



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"Fitted: A Glimpse into the World of Ingenious Engineering and Design" Step into a world where innovation meets precision, as we explore the concept of "fitted" through various iconic moments in history. From groundbreaking inventions to luxurious creations, these snapshots will take you on a journey through time. The Kinecar by William Heath Robinson: Witness the brilliance of Robinson's mechanical masterpiece, showcasing his intricate attention to detail and impeccable craftsmanship. Captain Woolf Barnato with his Bentley: Behold the epitome of elegance and power as Captain Barnato poses proudly next to his meticulously fitted Bentley, an embodiment of automotive excellence. The Launch of R. M. S Queen Mary, Clydebank, September 1934: Marvel at the grandeur and majesty of this ocean liner's launch - a true testament to human engineering prowess that left spectators awestruck. Titanic and Olympic - Harland & Wolff, Belfast: Discover the birthplace of two legendary vessels that pushed boundaries in shipbuilding technology; witness their impressive scale against Belfast's skyline. De Havilland DH60G Gipsy Moth G-aa: Take flight with this marvelously fitted aircraft that revolutionized aviation history – its sleek design enabling daring adventures across vast skies. Latest 1950s Kitchen: Step back in time to experience an era when kitchens became showcases for modernity – witness cutting-edge appliances seamlessly integrated into stylish designs for ultimate convenience. Turbinia - steam turbine-powered steamship: Explore Sir Charles Parsons' pioneering creation that harnessed steam turbine power like never before – forever changing maritime propulsion systems. Sir Francis Ronalds: Celebrate the genius mind behind electrical engineering advancements as we pay tribute to Sir Francis Ronalds' contributions towards telegraphy and atmospheric electricity research. Macmillan Bicycle.