1866 Collection

Chimney Sweeps 1866
The young and the old, both looking tired after a days work

Porter Rockwell / Cdv
ORRIN PORTER ROCKWELL American frontiersman, Utah pioneer and reputed Mormon Destroying Angel, photographed in June 1866

Deaths Dispensary. An 1866 cartoon indicating water pollution as a source of disease
POLLUTION CARTOON, 1866. Deaths Dispensary. An 1866 cartoon indicating water pollution as a source of disease

Erik Satie / Renaudin
ERIK SATIE French composer at the piano

POLLUTION CARTOON, 1866. Deaths Dispensary. An 1866 cartoon indicating water pollution as a source of disease

Cambridge Cottage, Kew, the birthplace of Princess Mary Adelaide of Cambridge (mother of Queen Mary). The house became the home of Princess Marys parents

Truganini, last surviving female Tasmanian Aboiginal
Truganini (Truganina, Trugernanner or Lalla Rooke, c1812-1876), the last surviving Tasmanian Aboiginal or Palawa woman. 1866

Erik Satie / Comoedia 1913
ERIK SATIE French musician Date: 1866 - 1925

Koniggratz Battle 1866
BATTLE OF KOENIGGRATZ (also known as Sadowa) The Prussian victory, though hard- won, leads to Austrian collapse, victory for Prussia, and the creation of the German Empire

DAUMIER: QUIXOTE, 1866-68. Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. Oil on canvas by Honor

Christina Rossetti / 1866
CHRISTINA ROSSETTI English poet

AUTUMN SCENE, 1866. Autumn in New England--Cider Making. Lithograph, 1866, by Currier & Ives

Peabody Buildings / 1866
Residential housing: flats in the Peabody Buildings in Spitalfields, London Date: 1866

Garraways Coffee-House
The exterior of Garraways coffee house in Change Alley, London, rebuilt after a fire in 1748, one of the first to sell tea in the 17th century

Baptism / Victoria Cecil
The christening of Victoria Cecil, daughter of Baron Carbery, at Burghley Chapel in the presence of Albert, her godfather, and Queen Victoria

Jewish Wedding
Jewish couple get married under the traditional canopy

Ernest William Hornung
ERNEST WILLIAM HORNUNG English writer, creator of Raffles, the gentleman burglar

MILAN: LA SCALA, 1866. View of the interior of the Teatro alla Scala from the stage, Milan, Italy. Engraving, 1866

Robert Burns, Scottish poet
Robert Burns (1759-1796), Scottish poet. Date: 1866

A bell ringer in a church, 1866
A bell ringer in a church chimes the bell with his foot. The scene is frames by vignettes from a young womans life. Date: 1866

Princess Helenas wedding day
Princess Helena (1846-1923), third daughter and fifth child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert pictured on her wedding day

Princesses Alice and Vicky
Queen Victorias two eldest daughters: on the right, Vicky, Princess Royal, Crown Princess, later Empress of Prussia (1840-1901) and Princess Alice, Grand Duchess of Hesse (1843-1878)

Francis Herbert Wenham (1824-1908) in 1866
Francis Herbert Wenham, 1824-1908, in 1866. Date: 1908

The Champions of the Mississippi-- A Race for the Buckhorns. Lithograph, 1866, by Currier & Ives
MISSISSIPPI RIVER RACE. The Champions of the Mississippi--" A Race for the Buckhorns." Lithograph, 1866, by Currier & Ives

Lancashire Colliery
ASTLEYs COLLIERY, Dunkinfield, Lancashire (England)

Plants / Centaurea Cyanus
Blue Bottle, Cornflower

Book cover design, The Cloud King: or up in the air & down in the sea, by W Stephens Hayward, London: Darton and Hodge, 1866. Showing a balloon attached to a whale. 1866

Music at home - little girl at the piano
Elizabeth Jane, daughter of Sir William and Lady Maria Somerville, plays the piano on tiptoe. Date: 1866

RACEHORSE GLADIATEUR
French thoroughbred racehorse Gladiateur (1862 - 1876) who dominated the major races in 1865 and 1866. Date: 1865

Cannon Street Station, City of London
An impressive view from the direction of the Thames of the newly completed Cannon Street Station terminus of the South Eastern Railway

Minister Von Roon
ALBRECHT THEODOR EMIL VON ROON Prussian soldier and politician successful in the wars of 1866 and 1870-1871

Victoria Knights Morris
After unveiling a statue of Prince Albert, donated by the people of Wolverhampton, Queen Victoria knighted the Mayor, John Morris, in recognition of his warm welcome

Lord Sankey 1935
Lord John, 1st Viscount Sankey, Lord Chancellor during Ramsay Macdonalds Labour government. Famous for the 1927 Persons case, which asked Are Women Persons ?

Hg Wells / Anon Photo
HERBERT GEORGE WELLS writer, historian

H G Wells, English writer
Herbert George Wells (1866-1946), English writer, best known for his science fiction books. He also wrote contemporary novels, history, politics and social commentary

Columbia from the Capitol, 1866. Creator: George N. Barnard
Columbia from the Capitol, 1866. Albumen print, plate 53 from the album " Photographic Views of the Sherman Campaign" (1866)

Battle Field of New Hope Church, GA, No. 1, 1866. Creator: George N. Barnard
Battle Field of New Hope Church, GA, No. 1, 1866. Albumen print, plate 25 from the album " Photographic Views of the Sherman Campaign" (1866)

Louis Pasteur (litho)
3093949 Louis Pasteur (litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Pasteur. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Cluny Abbey, France Date: 1866

Ramsay MacDonald leaping into the limelight
Ramsay MacDonald (1866-1937) British Labour politician, leaping into the limelight over the backs of Bonar Law (Conservative) and Lloyd George (Liberal) when he won the General Election in 1922

WINE: VINEYARD, 1866. Longworth Vineyard along the Ohio River. Engraving, American, 1866

Galen, portrait
Galen (Claudius Galenus c130 - 201 AD) Greek physician who moved to Rome and became physician to three emperors. Engraving published Paris, 1866

Bank of England Old Lady
Old lady of Threadneedle Street, holding onto a Bank Stock(ing) of reserve, berates the rash speculators

1866 / London / City Panic
Black Friday. A scene in Lombard Street during the panic in the city arising from the Overend Gurney crisis

View Shanklin Bazaar Isle of Wight Brown & Wheeler
View of Shanklin Bazaar, Isle of Wight; Brown & Wheeler; 1865 - 1866; Albumen silver print

Alexandre Dumas the Elder (1802-1870) French novelst and playwright. Cartoon by Andre Gill, 1866, showing Dumas dressed as a Musketeer

GARRAWAYs COFFEE HOUSE, CHANGE ALLEY, London, UK, 1866. Tea was first sold here in England. Garraways was the headquarters of the South Sea Bubble

Oswald Stoll / Vfair 1913
OSWALD STOLL Impresario Date: 1866 - 1942

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"Exploring the Multifaceted Year of 1866: From Water Pollution to Artistic Masterpieces" In 1866, a thought-provoking cartoon titled "Deaths Dispensary" shed light on the alarming issue of water pollution as a source of disease. This powerful visual representation served as a wake-up call for society to address this pressing concern. Meanwhile, Porter Rockwell and his Carte de Visite (Cdv) captured the essence of the era with their timeless photographs. Their images provided glimpses into the lives and stories of people during this transformative period. The musical realm also witnessed notable figures like Erik Satie and Renaudin making their mark in 1866. These talented individuals enchanted audiences with their compositions, leaving an indelible impact on classical music history. Art enthusiasts were treated to Daumier's masterpiece "Quixote" in 1866-68, where Don Quixote and Sancho Panza came alive on canvas through oil painting. This captivating artwork showcased Daumier's skillful storytelling ability and artistic prowess. Nature lovers found solace in Cambridge Cottage at Kew Gardens, which offered respite from bustling city life. Its serene ambiance allowed visitors to immerse themselves in nature's beauty while finding tranquility amidst the chaos. History buffs would recall Koniggratz Battle that took place in 1866, marking a significant turning point during conflicts between nations. The battle left an enduring legacy that shaped future events and altered geopolitical landscapes forever. Literature enthusiasts celebrated Christina Rossetti's literary contributions in 1866 when her words touched hearts through poignant verses that resonated deeply within readers' souls. Peabody Buildings emerged as architectural gems during this time, showcasing innovative design concepts that revolutionized urban living spaces for residents seeking modern comforts blended seamlessly with aesthetic appeal.