1886 Collection (page 20)

First Franco-Hova War 1883-1886: French troops attacking Marvoay. War ended with the Treaty of Tamatave, January 1886. France Colonisation Battle Solar Topee Malagassy Madagascar Chromolithograph

House of the Szczuki family in Poland where Manya Sklodovska (Marie Curie 1867-1934) was governess for three years from 1886

Robert Louis Stevenson The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde first published 1886. Mr Utterson, reading Hydes letter to Jekyll, realising that the handwriting of the two is the same

Eastlake (Miss) as Alice
Miss Mary Eastlake (1856-1911). The text reads Will you wish me luck! Mary Eastlake. She was particularly popular in melodrama, notably at the Princesss Theatre

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths jewellery 1886
A selection of Victorian ornamental decorative pearl and diamond jewellery. 1886

Advert for Beechams Pills 1886
Used in the Palace by Queen Victoria, in the cottage, at sea and when studying. Sold only at wholesale and retail, by the Proprietor, T. Beecham, chemist St. Heens, lancashire. 1886

Advert for Chancery Lane safe deposit 1886
Fire-proof safes for all valuables; cash boxes, jewellery and title deeds. 1886

Advert for Harness Electropathic Corset Belts 1886
Heath restored by means of mild continuous currents of electricity (without shock) generated by wearing. Thousands have been successfully treated for nervous exhaustion, brain-fag, melancholia

West End riots: mob in St James street, 1886
A mob in St James Street, opposite the new university club. Following at an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalgar Square

West End riots: ducking an unpopular speaker, 1886
Ducking an unpopular speaker at an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalgar Square. The people were stirred to violence following incendiary speeches

West End riots: shops looted by rioters, 1886
Articles of plunder from shops, used as missiles during the 1886 West End riots. At an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalgar Square

West End riots: break up of Trafalgar Square meeting, 1886
At an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalgar Square, the people were stirred to violence following incendiary speeches, and rioted

West End riots: shops damaged by rioters, 1886
The damage caused by rioters to Messrs T. Goode and Co, a large china ware shop on South Audley Street, during the 1886 West End riots

West End riots, 1886 - a crowd
A crowd of unemployed men debating ths issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886

West End riots, 1886 - What do you think?
three unemployed men debating the issues of the moment, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886

West End riots, 1886 - speaker address an audience
An " earnest orator" sketched at the West End riots in 1886. At an open air meeting of unemployed East End dock workers and artisans in Trafalagar Square

West End riots, 1886 - a two men in discussion
Two men in discussion, sketched at the demonstration at Trafalgar Square, London, at the time of the West End riots in 1886

Mr John Burns
John Elliot Burns(1858-1943) radical statesman and trade unionist, pictured in 1886 at the time of his incendiary speech that was credited with causing the riot in Trafalagar Square in February 1886

In the Cavalry Camp at Devna (Young Cornet) ?I say Charley, do you think now that in the event of our being sent to Sebastopol, the Infantry will be required to accompany us

Queen Victoria at the Liverpool Exhibition Knight the Mayor
Queen Victoria knighting the Mayor of Liverpool on the Dais in the Central Gallery, during her visit to the city for the Liverpool Exhibition in 1886. Date: 1886

Exterior of St Bartholomews church 1886
Exterior of St Bartholomews church. 1886

Pink Terraces, or Otukapuarangi, New Zeland, destroyed 1886. Date: 1886

Army train, Delhi exercises, India 1886 (Lala Deen Dayal). Date: 1886

Army Train with elephants Delhi, India, 1886. Date: 1886

Portugal. Lisbon. Lighting of the town hall. Engraving. Colo
Portugal. Lisbon. Lighting of the town hall for a night of festivities. Engraving by Rico. The Spanish and American Illustration, 1886. Colored

Spain. Altar server singing. Essay. Engraving, 1886. Colored
Spain. Altar server singing. Essay. Engraving by Perez. Painting by Arcadio Mas y Fondevilla. La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana. 1886. Colored

General Alexander Kaulbars (1844-1925) interrupted by voters
Alexander Kaulbars (1844-1925). General of the Imperial Russian Navy and explorer of Central Asia. Bulgaria. Sofia. Voters interrupting a speech by General Kaulbars. Engraving by Rico

Soprano Mila Kupfer-Berger (1852-1905). Colored
Mila Kupfer-Berger (1852-1905). Austrian Soprano. Engraving by A. Carretero. The Spanish and American Illustration, 1886. Colored

Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894) with his family. Engraving
Ferdinand de Lesseps (1805-1894). French diplomat and entrepreneur. Lesseps with his family. Engraving in The Artistic Illustration, 1886. Colored

Joaquin Lopez Puigcerver (1841-1906). Spanish politician. Engraving by Badillo. La Ilustracion Espanola y Norteamericana, 1886. Colored

Visit from boyfriend. Engraving after a painting by Luis Jim
Visit from boyfriend. Engraving by Severini after a painting of Luis Jimenez Aranda (1845-1928). The Spanish and American Illustration, 1886. Colored

Joanna of Castile (1479-1555). Queen in her own right of the
Joanna of Castile (1479-1555), know as Joanna the Mad. Queen in her own right of the Castille from 1504 and of Aragon from 1516. Engraving by M. Weber. La Ilustracion Artistica, 1886. Colored

Italy. Rome. Palatine Bridge, 1886-1890. By Angelo Vescovali
Italy. Rome. Palatine Bridge over the Tiber river. Built by Angelo Vescovali (1826-1895) between 1886-1890

Isabella I of Castile (1451-1504). Engraving. Colored
Isabella I of Castile (1451-1504). Queen of Castile. Engraving by Arturo Carretero in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1886. Colored

The Yellow Riders, 1885-1886, by George Hendrik Breitner (18
George Hendrik Breitner (1857-1923). Dutch painter. The Yellow Riders, 1885-1886. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland

Hungary. Budapest and de river Danube. 1886. Engraving, 19th century. Colored

Workshop of french painter Benjamin Constant (1845-1902). En
Benjamin Constant (1845-1902). French painter and printmaker. Artist Workshop. Engraved by CH. Baude. The Iberian Illustration, 1886. Colored

Emilio Calleja (1830-1906). Engraving. Colored
Emilio Calleja (1830-1906). Spanish Military. Captain General of the island of Cuba. Engraving in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1886. Colored

United States. Washington. A public reception day by Preside
Grover Cleveland (1837-1908). President of the United States. Washington. A public reception day by President Cleveland in the East Room of the White House

Vicente de la Hoz y Liniers (1831-1886). Journalist. Editor
Vicente de la Hoz y Liniers (1831-1886). Catholic journalist and writer. Editor of the newspaper La Fe. Deputy to the Cortes, 1872. Engraving by A. Carretero

Ignacio Mara?o?a?a del Castillo (1817-1893). Colored engr
Ignacio Mara?o?a?a del Castillo (1817-1893). Spanish military and politician. Engraving by Badillo in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1886. Colored

Manuel Catalina Rodriguez (1820-1886). Engraving. Colored
Manuel Catalina Rodriguez (1820-1886). Spanish dramatic actor. Engraving by Arturo Carretero (1852-1903) in The Spanish and American Illustration, 1886

Spain. Barcelona. Entrace statue of Ciutadella Park. The Marine, 1886. Catalan Art Nouveau

History of France. Decazeville strike. Military patrols crossing the Duke of Decazes square occupied by the strikers in the coal mines and steel mills. Engraving in 1886 by Comba. Colored engraving

Police officers dispersing the strike of employees of Streetcar in New York, March 4, 1886. Colored engraving

Colonial & Indian Exhibition, South Kensington, London
Cover design, daily programme, Colonial & Indian Exhibition, South Kensington, London. 1886

Lance-Corporal F. W. Dobson, Coldstream Guards VC
Frederick William Dobson, (9 November 1886 15 November 1935), who was awarded a VC for the First Battle of the Aisne Date: 1915

John B Gough - 2
JOHN B GOUGH British temperance advocate Date: 1817 - 1886

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In the year 1886, the British Empire stretched across vast territories, as depicted in Walter Crane's detailed map. This visual representation showcased the immense power and influence of the empire during this era. Meanwhile, Diego Rivera, a prominent artist of his time, was yet to be born but would later leave an indelible mark on art history with his captivating murals. His works would become renowned for their social and political commentary. Georges Seurat's masterpiece "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte" captured a moment frozen in time. The meticulous pointillism technique used by Seurat brought life to this vibrant scene filled with people enjoying leisurely activities along the riverbank. Fred Archer Vf emerged as a notable jockey in 1886, showcasing his exceptional skills and determination in horse racing events. His victories marked him as one of the most celebrated figures in equestrian sports during that period. Vincent Van Gogh's "Boots with Laces" painting revealed his unique perspective on everyday objects. Through bold brushstrokes and vivid colors, Van Gogh transformed ordinary boots into extraordinary subjects that conveyed emotion and depth. The Underwriting Room at Lloyd's of London stood as a symbol of financial prowess and risk management during this time. It served as a hub where insurance policies were underwritten, ensuring stability amidst uncertain times. Yggdrasil, known as the Tree of Life in Norse mythology, represented interconnectedness between different realms. Its significance resonated beyond folklore - it became an enduring symbol representing growth and resilience through challenging times. Emily Dickinson continued to pen her profound poetry from her secluded world throughout 1886. Her introspective verses explored themes such as nature, love, death, and spirituality - leaving behind an invaluable literary legacy for generations to come. Auguste Rodin immortalized passion through marble with his iconic sculpture "The Kiss.