1886 Collection (page 7)

Photographer tries to get sitter to appear pleasant
A photographer is shown to be attempting to persuade his sitter to look happier while having his portrait captured. This is highlighted as one of the difficulties of being a photographer; making sure

Lord Randolph Churchill (left) trying to make Charles Stewart Parnell, Irish politician
532262 Lord Randolph Churchill (left) trying to make Charles Stewart Parnell, Irish politician, show his hand and let Churchill

Part of Barnards Inn, Holborn, 1886 (colour litho)
2794025 Part of Barnards Inn, Holborn, 1886 (colour litho) by Norman, Philip (1842-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Part of Barnards Inn, Holborn, 1886)

Hall of Barnards Inn, Holborn, 1886 (colour litho)
2794024 Hall of Barnards Inn, Holborn, 1886 (colour litho) by Norman, Philip (1842-1931); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hall of Barnards Inn, Holborn, 1886)

Carrefour des rues Mondetour, Pirouette et de la Petite-Truanderie en 1886 (b / w photo)
3624035 Carrefour des rues Mondetour, Pirouette et de la Petite-Truanderie en 1886 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Uncle Tobys Entertainment, 1886, Tyne Theatre, Newcastle (engraving)
3628654 Uncle Tobys Entertainment, 1886, Tyne Theatre, Newcastle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Uncle Tobys Entertainment, 1886, Tyne Theatre)

Mackenzies New Opera The Troubadour
Sir Alexander Campbell Mackenzies New Opera The Troubadour - Act 3 - Guillem and Margarida. Guillem: " The Dawn! the dawn

England is England Still, by J B Geoghegan
Promotional music sheet for England is England Still music hall song of 1886 by J. B. Geoghegan, sung with the greatest success by J W Rowley

Steam carriage, Palmer system 1886
Steam carriage, Palmer system. Date: 1886

Illustration, The Newcomes, by Thackeray, showing a supposed sketch by Clive Newcome, following a visit to his step-grandmother

Farmer loses control of his pigs
Pat in trouble. Farmer Pat loses control of his pigs; he has hold of one by the tail and one by the hind leg as they try to go off in different directions, leaving him spreadeagled on the ground

Early Motor Cars - First Daimler Car, 1886, with Daimler in rear seat. 1886

With the Tide (engraving)
1594682 With the Tide (engraving) by Vail, Eugene Lawrence (1857-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Tide, in the Paris Salon, 1886)

The Right Honourable W E Gladstone, MP, in his Room at Downing Street (engraving)
1604612 The Right Honourable W E Gladstone, MP, in his Room at Downing Street (engraving) by Gardner, William Biscombe (1847-1919); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Honourable W E Gladstone)

The England Cricket Team, Oval Test Match, 1886. 1886

Punkah - type of ventilator 1886
A " punkah" -type of ventilator for keep cool during warm weather or heat wave, comprising of a large fan flap set above a table, operated by foot pedals

Advert for International Fur Store 1886
Fashionable sketches for the winter season for International Fur Store. Date: 1886

New Zealand court at the Colonial & Indian Exhibition
The New Zealand court at the Colonial and Indian Exhibition, 1886, held in South Kensington, London. Date: 1886

Lace hat with whole bird 1886
High crown is covered with lace, either point d esprit net or embroidered lisse in heliotrope shade. The brim is bouillonne with stone-tinted crape, with a bird at the side. Date: 1886

Girls afternoon frocks 1886
Summer wear for girls outdoor clothing, with box-plaited skirts and smart high collar jackets Date: 1886

Girls seaside costumes 1886
Girls wearing the latest skirts and straight collar and cuff jackets. Date: 1886

Silhouette drawing 1886
Youthful artist drawing round the outline of an unamused young girls silhouette using a light. 1886

Neapolitan grape seller 1886
Naples man selling grapes on the vine. Date: 1886

Hotel bill, Fifth Avenue Hotel, New York, USA
Hotel bill, Fifth Avenue Hotel, Madison Square, New York, USA, dated 3 August 1886, for two days board in Room 45, totalling $38.85. Date: 1886

Protective wear 1886
Humorous illustration for gentlemens protective clothing from the onslaught of mud from the busy traffic. 1886

The riots in Belfast
The police charging the mob in the brickfields, demonstrating against the First Home Rule Bill, introduced by the British Prime Minister, William Gladstone. Date: 1886

Mr James Quin, actor - The Theatre Magazine
Mr James Quin, English actor - reproduced in The Theatre Magazine, May 1886. 18th century

Miss Zeffie Tilbury in Ruths Romance - The Theatre Magazine
Miss Zeffie Tilbury (1863-1950), actress, in Ruths Romance - The Theatre Magazine, May 1886. 1886

Miss Maude Millett in The Private Secretary - The Theatre Ma
Miss Maude Millett, actress, in The Private Secretary - The Theatre Magazine, June 1886. 1886

Miss Mary Rorke in The Harbour Lights - The Theatre Magazine
Miss Mary Rorke, actress, in The Harbour Lights - The Theatre Magazine, March 1886. 1886

Miss Jessie Millward in The Harbour Lights - Theatre Magazin
Miss Jessie Millward, actress, in The Harbour Lights - The Theatre Magazine, April 1886. 1886

Miss Kate Phillips in Open House - The Theatre Magazine
Miss Kate Phillips, actress, in Open House - The Theatre Magazine, May 1886. 1886

Miss Helen Forsyth in Sophia - The Theatre Magazine
Miss Helen Forsyth, actress, in Sophia - The Theatre Magazine, June 1886. 1886

Miss Eweretta Lawrence and Miss Grace Otway in On Change - in The Theatre Magazine, February 1886. 1886

Miss Alice Atherton in Oliver Grumble - The Theatre Magazine
Miss Alice Atherton, actress, in Oliver Grumble - in The Theatre Magazine, May 1886. 1886

Maurice Barrymore, actor - The Theatre Magazine
Maurice Barrymore, British actor - in The Theatre Magazine, February 1886. 1886

John Henderson, English actor - The Theatre Magazine
John Henderson (1747-1785), English actor known as the Bath Roscius - in The Theatre Magazine, June 1886. 1886

George Alexander as Bassanio - The Theatre Magazine
George Alexander, actor, as Bassanio in The Merchant of Venice - in The Theatre Magazine, April 1886. 1886

Felix Morris in On Change - The Theatre magazine
Felix Morris performing in On Change - in The Theatre Magazine, March 1886. 1886

Clement Scott - The Theatre magazine
Clement Scott - English theatre critic, in The Theatre Magazine, January 1886. 1886

Augustus Harris - The Theatre magazine
Augustus Harris, British actor and dramatist, at the time of the debut of his play (co-written with Pettitt) Human Nature - in The Theatre Magazine, June 1886. 1886

Alfred E Watson - The Theatre magazine
Alfred E Watson - British theatre critic, in The Theatre Magazine, April 1886. 1886

Dance of the Shepherdesses - Dance of the Shepheresses. Artist: Kate Greenaway Date: 1886

Three women wearing the latest tailor-made outdoor wear frocks Date: 1886

Novelties in hats, bonnets and fans 1886
Page selection of fashionable hats for women for 1886. Date: 1886

ARRANGING FLOWERS 1886
A young woman, wearing a buttonhole of yellow flowers, is totally absorbed in arranging flowers from a bowl on a table beside her. She has a selection spread on her lap. Date: 1886

The Jubilee of the Penny Postage (engraving)
1047011 The Jubilee of the Penny Postage (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Jubilee of the Penny Postage)

Bangor Cathedral, South View (1886) (engraving)
958346 Bangor Cathedral, South View (1886) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bangor Cathedral, South View (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.