Crystal Collection (page 71)

Crystal Palace / View West
View from the Transept, looking west

Crystal Palace /s Trans
Visitors throng the South Transept with its fountain and statuary

Crystal Palace / Size
This view of part of the main exhibition area gives an impression of the vast size of Paxtons astonishing building

Crystal Palace / Main
One of the main exhibition areas, seen from Dantes Temple

Crystal Palace / Transept
View from the Transept, looking east

Crystal Palace / British
View of the British section

Crystal Palace Sydenham
The Palace and grounds

Cabinet for Victoria
Visitors to the Crystal Palace admire the craftsmanship of this large and somewhat obtrusive cabinet made by Messrs Holland for Queen Victoria

Crystal Palace Fireworks
Brooks Benefit : there is a day-time display (!) at 2pm and a night display which, the organisers promise us, will be indescribably grand

Bain Chemical Telegraph
Bains chemical telegraph, exhibited at the Crystal Palace, London

The Amazon Sculpture
The Amazon A sculpture by Kiss, Berlin of an Amazon woman spearing a lion which is attacking her horse

Splendid American Chair
A triumph of American Victoriana, this Patent Continental Spring Chair is exhibited by the American Chair Company at the Crystal Palace

1905 England / Scotland
ENGLAND v SCOTLAND at the Crystal Palace England 1, Scotland 0 - a midfield tussle

Nofret statue
Painted limestone statue of Nofret(a member of the royal family of the Fourth Dynasty) from a tomb in Meidum, Egypt. When the undisturbed mastaba tomb was discover in 1871 by Albert Daninos

Machine Dept / Gt Exhib
The machinery department of the Crystal Palace exhibition - Messrs. Hibbert, Platt and Co.s cotton-machines

Music / Military / C Palace
About the time of the outbreak of the Crimea War, a military band performs in the Crystal Palace, Sydenham, before a large and patriotic crowd

Fireworks Bag
Paper bag promoting Brocks Crystal Palace Fireworks

Crystal Palace Nave
The Nave of the Great Exhibition, looking west

Crystal Palace Main Av
The Great Exhibition, Main Avenue, looking east

Great Exhibition Opened
Queen Victoria opens the Great Exhibition in the Crystal Palace in Hyde Park

Crystal Gazer Circa 1910
A lady gazes into a crystal ball while an impassive and indeed inscrutable oriental stands watching her by a brazier

Crystal Palace Scrap
General view of the Crystal Palace after its removal to the suburbs

Cruikshank / Run for Bus
Running for the bus whose destination is the exhibition at Crystal Palace

Crystal Gazing
A girl gazes into a crystal ball

Fireplace / Bailey & Son
Fireplace by Messrs Bailey & Co displayed at the 1851 exhibition at Crystal Palace

Handel Festival 1865
A Handel Festival at the Crystal Palace, Sydenham (London)

Hives at Gt Exhibition
Neighbours Cottage, Observatory and other hives displayed at the Great Exhibition, Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace Entrance
The entrance to the Great Exhibition on five shilling day

1851 / SETTING UP
SETTING UP Unpacking exhibits

Crystal Palace Opens / Cha
Queen Victoria opens Crystal Palace

Sir Henry Cole, English civil servant and administrator
Sir Henry Cole, English civil servant and inventor. He used a pseudonym, Felix Summerly, for design work and childrens books

Crystal Palace / Opening
Victoria, Queen of England, opens the Great Exhibition

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"Captivating Crystal: A Glimpse into Timeless Beauty and Remarkable Moments" Step back in time to the historic Nottingham Forest vs. Derby County F. A. Cup Final of 1898, where the air was filled with anticipation and excitement, as crystal-clear as a pristine gemstone. Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of the renowned Black Dyke Mills Band, their harmonies resonating like shimmering crystals, captivating hearts across generations. Witness the awe-inspiring sight of Spurgeon preaching at Crystal Palace, his words echoing through its magnificent halls like precious crystals reflecting divine wisdom. Transport yourself to the Great Exhibition of 1851 within the majestic walls Palace. Marvel at its grandeur and innovation that left visitors spellbound amidst a dazzling display of human achievement. Discover the mesmerizing dance between copper and magnesium sulphate under a microscope's lens – an intricate tapestry woven by nature herself, showcasing crystalline beauty on a microscopic scale. Soar above London's skyline with breathtaking views from a Crystal Palace aerial perspective. Behold Joseph Paxton's architectural masterpiece standing tall like a glistening jewel against England's capital city backdrop. Delve into science's wonders with caffeine crystals captured under light micrography; their delicate structure revealing secrets hidden within every sip we take to fuel our daily lives. Embark on an adventure through history as you step foot into Cal-Neva Lodge in Nevada, USA – its entrance adorned with crystal accents that whisper tales of opulence and glamour from days gone by. Indulge your senses in Glenfiddich advertisement from 1974; let your imagination wander among golden fields where whisky is crafted meticulously - each drop embodying purity akin to flawless crystals themselves. Remember the bittersweet tale etched in memory - Crystal Palace before it tragically burnt down in 1936; an architectural marvel reduced to ashes but forever preserved as a symbol of resilience and beauty.