1841 Collection

Anatomy / Skull / 1841
Illustration of the skull of a bushman of the Hottentot Tribe, Africa (side view)

Dorking General Hospital, Surrey
Aerial view of Dorking General Hospital on Horsham Road, Dorking, Surrey. Designed by William Shearburn, the building opened in 1841 as the Dorking Union workhouse

Lunch at the Restaurant Fournaise (The Rowers Lunch), Renoir, Pierre-Auguste (1841-1919). Oil on canvas

Coventry General View
A general view of Coventry, Warwickshire

Joseph De Veuster Damien
JOSEPH DE VEUSTER DAMIEN FATHER DAMIEN Belgian missonary who helped lepers

Hm Stanley / Cdv Photo
HENRY MORTON STANLEY British journalist and explorer, in the clothes he wore to meet Livingstone in 1871

James Gordon Bennett Jr
JAMES GORDON BENNETT (JUNIOR) American editor : established New York Evening Telegram, sent Stanley to find Livingstone and financed various other expeditions

Peter Burrowes
PETER BURROWES Irish statesman Date: 1753 - 1841

Phrenolgical Head
De Villes Phrenological Head seen from front, side and back

John King / Explorer
JOHN KING Explorer; part of the Burke and Wills expedition to Australia

Coquelin(A) / Cyrano 1900
CONSTANT COQUELIN Aine (elder) French actor in the role of Cyrano de Bergerac

Mikhail Lermontov
MIKHAIL YUREVICH LERMONTOV Russian writer, depicted wearing the pelisse of the Imperial Hussar Guards Regiment

Edward Vii / 1910 Postcard
EDWARD VII, BRITISH ROYALTY head and shoulders profile of King

The Lords Prayer in ten different languages (English, French, Spanish, Italian, Irish, Portuguese, Greek, German, Latin and Welsh) Date: 1841

Springfield Hospital, Tooting, Surrey
Aerial view of Springfield Hospital on Glenburnie Road, Tooting, near Wandsworth (then in Surrey, now in south west London). It was opened in 1841 as the Surrey County Lunatic Asylum

Dorking Workhouse Infirmary, Surrey
Infirmary of the Dorking Union workhouse, Surrey. The workhouse opened in 1841, with the infirmary being added in 1900. The site later became Dorking General Hospital

Advertisement, Thomas Harris, Opticians to the Royal Family
Advertisement, Thomas Harris & Son, Opticians to the Royal Family. 1841

God Juggling
God depicted as a juggler, amusing himself with the worlds he has created

Standing Stone near the Headless Cross, Parish of Cairncastle, Co. Antrim, (1841). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1841

Freemasons Hall, London
FREEMASONS HALL, LONDON A banquet of the Royal Humane Society is in progress, and a procession of persons saved from drowning during the past year passes among the guests Date: 1841

Queen Victoria in drawing room at Buckingham Palace
Victoria with family and friends in the Yellow Drawing Room at Buckingham Palace, London, 1841 Date: 1841

Edward Vii / Alexandra / Son
EDWARD VII as Prince of Wales, with Alexandra and their first son, Victor (Albert duke of Clarence) circa 1865 Date: 1841 - 1910

King of Montenegro / Stamp
KING NICOLAS (NIKOLA) I of Montenegro (1841 - 1921)

Edward Vii / Family 1868
EDWARD VII with Alexandra and their three children, circa 1868

Antonin Leopold Dvorak
ANTONIN LEOPOLD DVORAK Czech musician

The Bay of Naples, 1841. Found in the collection of State Open-air Museum Peterhof, St. Petersburg

St. Andrews from the Edge of the Witch Lake (1841). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1841

Cathedral of St. Andrews (1841). Moore, James 1819 - 1883. Date: 1841

Gertrude Fitzpatrick 2
Lady GERTRUDE FITZPATRICK daughter of the second earl of Upper Ossory, but even with her posh name and her handsome looks, she chose never to wed. Date: CIRCA 1781 - 1841

Gertrude Fitzpatrick
Lady GERTRUDE FITZPATRICK daughter of the second earl of Upper Ossory, but even with her posh name and her handsome looks, she chose never to wed. Date: CIRCA 1781 - 1841

Albert De Mun Photo
Comte ALBERT DE MUN French statesman and philanthropist, in 1910. Date: 1841 - 1914

Construction of a Railway Line, 1841. Digging a cutting on the Great Western Railway. Broad gauge line by Isambard Kingdom Brunel (1806-1859) appointed engineer to the GWR in 1833

Sir Philip Broke - 2
SIR PHILIP BOWES VERE BROKE British naval commander Date: 1776 - 1841

HUNTING AT MERITSANE, South Africa. Illustration, 1841, by Sir William Cornwallis Harris

Edward VII with Kaiser Wilhelm II
Edward VII (1841-1910) with his nephew, Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941), Emperor of Germany in 1904

Townshend Esp Test
Testing a hypnotised subject for ESP : the hypnotiser holds up a card, concealed from his subject who tries to name it. Townshend found mesmerism enhanced psi ability

Grandville / Comet
The peregrinations of a comet

Japanese Toilet Kusakabe Kimbei Japanese 1841
Japanese Toilet; Kusakabe Kimbei (Japanese, 1841 - 1934, active 1880s - about 1912); Japan; 1870s - 1890s; Hand-colored Albumen silver print

Windsor Union Workhouse
A view of the Windsor Union Workhouse, designed by George Gilbert Scott. Date: 1841

SYRACUSE, NEW YORK, 1841. A branch of the Erie Canal in central Syracuse, New York: wood engraving, American, 1841

Lord Fisher / Stamp
JOHN ARBUTHNOT FISHER 1st Baron Fisher, Admiral and Sea Lord of the Royal Navy

G Clemenceau / Barrere 06
GEORGES CLEMENCEAU French statesman depicted as a butcher " in the exercise of his ministry"

Emil Theodor Kocher
EMIL THEODOR KOCHER Swiss surgeon

Edward Vii / 10th Hussars
EDWARD VII, BRITISH ROYALTY as Colonel of 10th Hussars

Brighton / Chain Pier 1841
The Chain Pier, Brighton

Spitalfields Market / 1841
Spitalfields Market

G. P. O. Inland Office
The General Post Office, St. Martins-le-Grand, London - the Inland Office

Sir Eg Clarke / B&w Photo
SIR EDWARD GEORGE CLARKE Statesman and lawyer, reading

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In the year 1841, a fascinating blend of events and personalities shaped history. From medical advancements to artistic achievements, this was a year that left an indelible mark on various fields. At Dorking General Hospital in Surrey, groundbreaking discoveries in anatomy were made. Skilled surgeons meticulously studied the intricacies of the human skull, unraveling mysteries and pushing boundaries in their quest for knowledge. Meanwhile, at the Restaurant Fournaise, known as "The Rowers Lunch, " patrons gathered to enjoy delectable meals amidst picturesque surroundings. The ambiance provided respite from daily life and offered a glimpse into the leisurely pursuits of society during this era. Coventry General View showcased the bustling cityscape with its vibrant streets teeming with activity. This snapshot captured both progress and tradition coexisting harmoniously within one frame. Joseph De Veuster Damien emerged as a prominent figure during this time. His selfless dedication to serving those afflicted by leprosy earned him admiration worldwide. His unwavering commitment inspired countless others to follow his path of compassion and empathy. H. M Stanley's CDV photo became iconic as it immortalized his adventurous spirit and exploration endeavors across uncharted territories. Through his lens, he documented untamed landscapes that ignited curiosity among armchair explorers everywhere. James Gordon Bennett Jr. , an influential newspaper publisher, revolutionized journalism by introducing sensationalism through captivating headlines. His innovative approach forever changed how news was presented and consumed by readers hungry for gripping stories. A phrenological head served as a symbol of scientific inquiry into human behavior and personality traits prevalent during 1841. This pseudoscience aimed to decipher character based on cranial features but eventually fell out of favor due to lack of empirical evidence supporting its claims. Peter Burrowes established himself as a reputable watchmaker whose craftsmanship stood unrivaled during this period. His precision engineering elevated timekeeping devices into works of art cherished by discerning patrons.