C19th Collection (page 3)

Ball Toilet / Nos Aieules
A French ball dress of the Restoration according to a later C19th source. Date: circa 1830

Boiler explosion caused by corrosion from report by Robert Longridge. CE. Boiler Insurance & Steam Power Co. Ltd. Manchester. c.19th C Date: 19th century

Drawing Room, Apsley House, London, 19th century
Photograph showing one of the drawing rooms in Apsley House, London, sometime during the 19th century. Apsley House was the home of the 1st Duke of Wellington following his famous victories in

Apsley House, London, 19th century
Photograph showing Apsley House, London, viewed from Hyde Park during the late 19th century. Apsley House was the home of the 1st Duke of Wellington following his famous victories in the Napoleonic

Swords of Napoleon and Wellington, Apsley House, 19th centur
Photograph showing the swords of Napoleon and the 1st Duke of Wellington on display in Apsley House, London, 19th century

Articles worn by the Duke of Wellington at Waterloo
Photograph showing some of the clothing and weapons used by Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington, at Waterloo on display in Apsley House, London, late 19th century

Dining Room of Apsley House, London, 19th century
Photograph showing the dining room of Apsley House in London, sometime during the 19th century. Apsley House was the home of the Duke of Wellington following his famous victories in the Napoleonic

Reading Outside Shop
A bookseller stands in his shop doorway while customers leaf through his volumes of quality books outside the shop

Boys on See-Saw / C19Th
Two boys fashion a see-saw from a plank of wood and a fence

Gold Dress 1830S
Late C19th century depiction of clothing from the 1830s. The dress has full sleeves tight from the elbow to the wrist & a full skirt & is worn with a belt & ruff

Green Scarf 1830S
Late C19th century depiction of 1830s costume: white dress trimmed in pink. The sleeves appear long & tight fitting. Worn with a long green scarf trimmed with black lace

Girls New Hat
An illustration from the late C19th depicting an earlier scene: a little girl in an ermine trimmed coat with cape & muff tries on a new bonnet

Fishmongers Shop / C19Th
A wealthy gent selects a portion of fish from a fantastically well-stocked Fishmongers shop. Every type of potentially-edible marine creature appear to be for sale

Children / Hoops / C19Th
Two boys race their hoops, alarming the geese

An Iron Foundry C19Th
The interior of an iron foundry with men hammering on an anvil, working at a furnace and using a vice

C19th Nurse / Photo
A vignette style photograph of a young nurse resplendent in her starched uniform

Hamlet / Ophelia / C19Th
Portrait of Ophelia wearing a white dress & a flower garland in her hair

Climbing the Pole / Fair
Climbing the pole. This game originated from an idea by M. Franck, a doctor who decided that humans should re-learn such skills previously used to climb trees & forage for food

Toys / Russia / Tops / C19Th
A crowd gathers to watch a spinning top being spun

Site of Troy / Early C19Th
A view of the site of ancient Troy at Hissarlik in Turkey. The site was excavated by German archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann, who found gold items and large city walls

Lear / More Nonsense / C19Th
There was an Old Man of Shields, Who frequented the valleys & fields; All the mice & the cats, & the snakes & the rats, Followed after that person of Shields

Peru / Guano / Wagons / C19Th
Peruvians on the Chincha islands, discharging guano wagons

Ivory Tusks / Congo / C19Th
Carrying ivory tusks in the Congo

St. Louis / Senegal / C19Th
The town of St. Louis

Bells Photophone / C19Th
Bells photophon being demonstrated

Poem / Tennyson / Maud / C19Th
He kisses her hand (note that she is sixteen years old)

Decorative Frame C19Th
A heavily ornate frame that incorporates the British Royal Coat-of-Arms, Prince of Wales feathers, Tudor roses and an eagle with outstretched wings

Funchal Madeira C19Th
FUNCHAL A view from the sea with various landmarks given: Mount Church, the Cathedral, Bangars Pillar, Fort St Jago, Loo Rock & Pontinha

Medeira / Funchal C19Th
FUNCHAL A map of the port showing places of safe anchorage for vessels requiring coals

C19th Lancashire Family
A Lancashire Working-man, who now lives " rent free", in his " own home". An idealised working class scene showing a happy and contented family

Boys in Trouble
Naughty boys are chided. A clerical looking gentlemen scolds three boys for some misdemeanour. Disgraced, they look bashfully at the ground

Costume / Women 1813
A Frenchwoman, towards the end of the Napoleonic Wars, wears a hat which echoes the helmets of the officers she admires. Late C19th version of early C19th dress

D ARTAGNAN / DUMAS / C19TH
Portrait of the young Gascon gentleman: D Artagnan

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Step back in time to the 19th century with a glimpse into the world of horticulture. Plate 113 showcases the delicate beauty of Hortensia and Lilac, two flowers that were highly sought after during this era. Strawberry Wilmots Superb, a variety known for its exceptional taste, takes center stage on Plate 127, while Plate 18 introduces us to an array of vibrant Geranium varieties. William Cutbush and Sons, renowned purveyors of plants and seeds, were at the forefront of this botanical revolution. Their expertise is evident in their meticulously curated Kelways Manual. Plants, Seeds and Bulbs - a treasure trove for any avid gardener seeking inspiration. As we delve deeper into this floral journey through time, we encounter the majestic Lilium auratum on Plate 127. Its golden petals exude opulence and grace reminiscent of Bengale Th - a fragrance that transported people's senses to exotic lands. Intriguingly named "Three Musketeers, " these three specimens captured on it can bound together by their shared elegance and allure. Each plate tells a story; each flower whispers secrets from an era long gone but not forgotten. Immerse yourself in history as you explore these beautifully illustrated plates from yesteryears' botanical archives. Let your imagination wander among these pages filled with nature's wonders carefully preserved for generations to come.