Carte Collection (page 2)

The Ural Mountains, in Russia, on the border between Europe and Asia, 1860 (engraving)
PCT5617985 The Ural Mountains, in Russia, on the border between Europe and Asia, 1860 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info)

Admiral Sir Baldwin Wake Walker, 1st Baronet, KCB, CMG
Vintage 19th century photograph: captioned as Admiral Sir Baldwin Wake Walker, 1st Baronet, KCB, CMG (6 January 1802 - 12 February 1876) was Surveyor of the Navy from 1848 to 1861

Heinrich Hermann Josef Freiherr von Heß
Vintage 19th century photograph: Heinrich Hermann Josef Freiherr von Hesz (alternatively: von Hess) (17 March 1788, Vienna - 13 April 1870, Vienna), was an Austrian soldier and field marshal

Abdelkader ibn Muhieddine known as the Emir Abdelkader
Vintage 19th century photograph: Abdelkader ibn Muhieddine (6 September 1808 - 26 May 1883; Arabic: Ï╣Ï¿Ï» Ϻ┘ä┘éϺϻÏ▒ ϺϿ┘å...Ï¡┘è┘è Ϻ┘äÏ»┘è┘åÔÇÄ ╩┐Abd al-Q─üdir ibn Muß©Ñy al-d─½n)

Auguste Michel Etienne Regnaud de Saint-Jean d Angely
Vintage 19th century photograph: Auguste Michel Etienne Regnaud de Saint-Jean d Angely, later 2nd Count Regnaud de Saint-Jean d Angely was a Marshal of France, soldier and politician

Doing the Lambeth Walk, 1938
Entertainments a la carte, by Alan Bott. On with the walk. Doing the Lambeth Walk: (top to bottom) Lupino Lane, Teddie St Denis, George Graves, Doris Rogers, Martin Gray, Wallace Lupino

Lovers on Penny Farthing Bicycles 1870 - carte de visite, Cycling Valentine

White Star Line, First Class OSNC milk jug
White Star Line, First Class Oceanic Steam Navigation Company a la carte milk jug decorated in cobalt blue with gilt Greek key pattern. 3ins

White Star Line, Copeland Spode soup bowl
White Star Line, Copeland Spode a la carte soup bowl with gilt Oceanic Steam Navigation Company cobalt blue design. 9ins

White Star Line, Copeland Spode dinner plate
White Star Line, Copeland Spode a la carte dinner plate with gilt Oceanic Steam Navigation Company cobalt blue design. 9ins

White Star Line, Copeland Spode OSNC crescent dish
White Star Line, extremely rare Copeland Spode OSNC a la carte crescent dish with gilt Oceanic Steam Navigation Company cobalt blue design. 8ins

White Star Line, Copeland Spode OSNC fruit bowl
White Star Line, extremely rare Copeland Spode a la carte fruit bowl with gilt Oceanic Steam Navigation Company cobalt blue design. 9ins

White Star Line, cobalt blue and gilt dinner plate
White Star Line, unusual cobalt blue and gilt a la carte dinner plate

White Star Line, RMS Titanic, view of B Deck restaurant
White Star Line, RMS Titanic, view of a la carte restaurant on B Deck. A section of a column from this restaurant was recovered by CS Minia while searching for bodies following the sinking. Date: 1912

White Star Line, RMS Titanic, column section from restaurant
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. Section of a column from Titanic?s a la carte restaurant on B Deck. Fluted with a 1ins. gilt carved ribbon

White Star Line, RMS Titanic, A La Carte Restaurant
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. Rare A La Carte Restaurant flyer from a promotional brochure, owned by Second Class passenger Joseph Laroche of Haiti who died in the sinking

White Star Line, Copeland Spode OSNC beaker
White Star Line, rare a la carte Copeland Spode Oceanic Steam Navigation Company OSNC beaker decorated in gilt and cobalt blue. 3ins

White Star Line, Copeland Spode OSNC sugar bowl
White Star Line, rare a la carte Copeland Spode Oceanic Steam Navigation Company OSNC sugar bowl decorated in gilt and cobalt blue. 5ins

White Star Line, OSNC Royal Crown Derby fruit bowl
White Star Line, rare piece of china, a Royal Crown Derby a la carte ceramic fruit bowl with Oceanic Steam Navigation Company OSNC initials

Studio photo, Seated woman with painted backdrop Date: circa 1890

Love on a Bicycle - couple on pennyfarthing bicycles riding close together Date: 1870

Young Turkish Military Cadet - later Officer
A photographic portrait of the (later) Commander of the 11th Kafkas Regiment (3rd Platoon) whilst a young cadet. The Islamic Army of the Caucasus (Turkish)

The Tay Bridge, Scotland Date: circa 1878

White Star Line - Copeland Spode blue and white dinner plate
White Star Line - Copeland Spode a la carte dinner plate decorated in the Greek key pattern with OSNC initials intertwined (Oceanic Steam Navigation Company). 9 inches. Date: early 20th century

White Star Line - Copeland Spode blue and white soup bowl
White Star Line - Copeland Spode a la carte soup bowl decorated in the Greek key pattern, with OSNC initials intertwined (Oceanic Steam Navigation Company). 9.5 inches. Date: early 20th century

White Star Line, Oceanic and Britannic - three items
White Star Line, Oceanic and Britannic - rare White Star Line carte de visite cabin plans, two for the Oceanic and one for the Britannic

White Star Line - Stonier and Co Copeland Spode plate
White Star Line - Stonier and Co Copeland Spode a la carte side plate with gilt OSNC intertwined initials (Oceanic Steam Navigation Company). 9.5 inches

Studio portrait of three children on a carte de visite Date: 19th century

Studio portrait of a woman on a carte de visite Date: 19th century

Studio portrait of a man on a carte de visite Date: late 19th century

Ruth Vincent with her son
Ruth Vincent (1877-1955), an English opera singer and actress. She began her career with the D'Oyly Carte opera company at the age of 17, and went on to appear in musical comedies

First Belgian Postcard
This postcard is entitled Carte Correpondance. It was posted on 4 September 1872 to Amvers and carries a 5 Centimes printed stamp. Date: circa 1870

Edward, Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII) Date: 1861

William Holman Hunt, artist, carte de visite
Pre-Raphaelite artist William Holman Hunt - carte de visite Date: circa 1865

Christophe-Louis-Leon Juchault de Lamoriciere
Vintage 19th century photograph: Christophe-Louis-Leon Juchault de Lamoriciere, French general and administrator noted for his part in the conquest of Algeria

Kiogoku Notono Kami, Japanese diplomat to Britian, 1862
Vintage 19th century photograph: Kiogoku Notono Kami, Minister Plenipotentiary of HM the Tycoon of Japan, first Japanerse diplomatic mission to Britian, 1862

Matsudaira Iwamino Kami, Japanese diplomat to Britian, 1862
Vintage 19th century photograph: Matsudaira Iwamino Kami, Minister Plenipotentiary of HM the Tycoon of Japan, first Japanerse diplomatic mission to Britian, 1862

Takenouchi Shimodzukino Kami, Japanese diplomat 1862
Vintage 19th century photograph: Takenouchi Shimodzukino Kami, Envoy and Plenipotentiary to H.M. the Tycoon of Japan. Japanese diplomatic mission to Europe, 1862

Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
3268017 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); Manchester Art Gallery

Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
3899778 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); Manchester Art Gallery

Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
3386337 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); Manchester Art Gallery

Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
3386335 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); Manchester Art Gallery

Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
3427409 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); Manchester Art Gallery

Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
3427410 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); Manchester Art Gallery

Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print)
3081763 Workers from the Tredegar Iron Works, Wales, 1865 (albumen print) by Clayton, William (fl.1865); Manchester Art Gallery

Le Havre, Normandy, c. 1900 (b/w photo)
1730968 Le Havre, Normandy, c. 1900 (b/w photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Le Havre, Normandy : outside the station, c. 1900)

Postcard of Dinard, Brittany, c. 1900 (photo)
1730967 Postcard of Dinard, Brittany, c.1900 (photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Dinard, brittany, France, postcard, c. 1900)

Houlgate, Normandy, 1909 (photo)
1730943 Houlgate, Normandy, 1909 (photo) by French Photographer (20th century); (add.info.: Houlgate, Normandy, France, 1909)

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Step into the enchanting world of 'carte' and immerse yourself in the timeless melodies of Gilbert & Sullivan Operas. From the captivating performances by the renowned D Oyly Carte Opera Company to cherished mementos like the D Oyly Carte Souvenir, every aspect of this musical journey is a testament to its enduring legacy. Transport yourself back in time with a vintage poster advertising the illustrious D Oyly Carte Opera Company, beckoning audiences to experience unforgettable productions such as Pinafore. The programme reveals a treasure trove of delightful stories waiting to be discovered. Meet Mrs (later Lady) Dorothy D Oyly Carte, daughter of the 2nd Earl of Cranbrook, who played an instrumental role in preserving and promoting these beloved operas. Her dedication ensured that Victorian audiences could revel in their beauty for generations to come. Picture a Victorian gardener diligently tending to his plants with a watering can in hand, perhaps finding solace amidst nature's tranquility after witnessing mesmerizing performances at Chelmsford's opera house. Marvel at Princess Alice of Great Britain and Grand Duke Louis of Hesse gracing one another's company, captivated by the magic unfolding on stage. Their presence only adds further prestige and allure to these extraordinary productions. Utopia Limited brings forth yet another masterpiece from D Oyly Cartes Opera Co. , transporting spectators into an imaginary realm where dreams come true through Gilbert & Sullivan's whimsical storytelling. A retro poster serves as a window into this fantastical world that continues to captivate hearts today. Retro posters abound, each capturing moments frozen in time when Gilbert & Sullivan's genius merged seamlessly with D Oyly Carte's vision. These vibrant designs evoke nostalgia while reminding us why these operas remain eternally cherished.