Saturday, 21 September 2013

Postcard Books


Photographs of Broadstairs




These badly tinted photographs of Broadstairs in a strange sort of way adds to there beauty.

Sunday, 15 September 2013

Matches


                                                                      Matches from Andreas Coiffures




                                                         Holiday souvenir by Matchless


Holiday Hat




1940s sun hat made by Samman. This cotton striped hat has a wired rim so that it can be twisted to fit the small carry bag.

Wednesday, 11 September 2013

British Overseas Airways Corporation (BOAC) Souvenir, 1960s


This fan is from the days when airline travel was a luxury. It is made from paper and bamboo and is decorated with world scenes including the Tower of London. The slogan reads 'All over the world BOAC takes good care of you'.

Thursday, 5 September 2013

Bell & Howell Camera Case





This Bell & Howell 16mm camera case came from Deptford Market some years ago. I love the Cyprus Airways baggage sticker indicating someone's trip abroad during the 1950s. The camera was absent but I did find this little instruction manual inside.