Kilburn Brothers Collection

Germans Day, California Midwinter Exposition, 1850s-1910s. Creator: Kilburn Brothers
Germans Day, California Midwinter Exposition, 1850s-1910s. [California Midwinter International Exposition, 1894?]

Group of 14 stereographs of Africa and Actors, 1850s-1910s. Creator: Kilburn Brothers
Group of 14 stereographs of Africa and Actors, 1850s-1910s. (Scene Above Bridge, on the Cape to Cairo Railway Over Zambezi River, near Victoria Falls, River.)

Coasting, Mt. Washington Railway, c1900. Creator: Kilburn Brothers
Coasting, Mt. Washington Railway, c1900. The Mount Washington Cog Railway, the worlds first mountain-climbing cog railway (rack-and-pinion railway), opened to paying customers in 1868

Senate Front, Washington D. C. c1900. Creator: Kilburn Brothers
Senate Front, Washington D.C. c1900. The entrance to the United States Senate, in the north wing of the Capitol Building. The marble sculpture, entitled The Rescue

Statue of Daniel Webster, Central Park, New York, USA, late 19th or early 20th century Artist: Kilburn Brothers
Statue of Daniel Webster, Central Park, New York, USA, late 19th or early 20th century. Webster (1782-1852) was a United States senator and Secretary of State

Full Moon, late 19th or early 20th century. Artist: Kilburn Brothers
Full Moon, late 19th or early 20th century. Stereoscopic card. Detail

The Bartholdi Fountain and the Capitol, Washington DC, USA, late 19th or early 20th century. Artist: Kilburn Brothers
The Bartholdi Fountain and the Capitol, Washington DC, USA, late 19th or early 20th century. The fountain was designed by French sculptor Frederic Auguste Bartholdi

Brooklyn from one of the towers of the Suspension Bridge, New York, USA. Artist: Kilburn Brothers
Brooklyn from one of the towers of the Suspension Bridge, New York, USA. Stereoscopic card detail

View from Dufferin Terrace, Quebec, Canada. Artist: Kilburn Brothers
View from Dufferin Terrace, Quebec, Canada. Stereoscopic card detail

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"Capturing the World through Stereographs: The Kilburn Brothers" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of the Kilburn Brothers, renowned creators of stereographs during the late 19th to early 20th century. With their keen eye for detail and artistic talent, they transported viewers to various corners of the globe, leaving a lasting legacy. One remarkable collection showcases Germany's vibrant culture on Germans Day at California Midwinter Exposition. Through their lenses, we witness the lively festivities that celebrated German heritage and traditions. In another series, Africa comes alive as actors bring tales from this enchanting continent to life. These stereographs offer a glimpse into both African landscapes and theatrical performances, captivating audiences with their vivid imagery. The thrill-seekers among us will be captivated by Coasting on Mt. Washington Railway. As we embark on this exhilarating journey through breathtaking mountainous terrain captured by the Kilburn Brothers' cameras, our hearts race with excitement. Moving onto political scenes, Senate Front in Washington D. C. , takes us back to an era when politics shaped nations. The brothers skillfully capture the grandeur of one of America's most iconic landmarks while providing a glimpse into its bustling surroundings. Artistry meets history as we encounter Daniel Webster's statue in Central Park. The Kilburn Brothers expertly frame this tribute to one of America's greatest statesmen against New York City's urban backdrop – a testament to their ability to merge art with reality seamlessly. Nature enthusiasts will find solace in Full Moon – an ethereal masterpiece showcasing nature's nocturnal beauty under moonlight. This stunning photograph transports us into a dreamlike state where imagination runs wild beneath its mesmerizing glow. Washington DC once again becomes our muse as we admire The Bartholdi Fountain alongside Capitol Hill - two architectural marvels brought together harmoniously within one frame by these visionary artists. Brooklyn beckons from atop Suspension Bridge towers.