1887 Collection (#4)

Illustration depicting a surveyor measuring a water level. 1887
5311476 Illustration depicting a surveyor measuring a water level. 1887; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG

Military multicycle by Singer & Co.. 12 men, with ammunition wagon at rear. British war department put through trials
530737 Military multicycle by Singer & Co.. 12 men, with ammunition wagon at rear. British war department put through trials. From Scientific American, New York, July 1887

Birthplace of James Watt shortly before it was demolished in 1887 (engraving)
541195 Birthplace of James Watt shortly before it was demolished in 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: Watt (1736-1819), Scottish engineer and inventor, was born at Greenock on the Clyde, Scotland

Printing wallpaper, France, 1887
866128 Printing wallpaper, France, 1887.; Universal History Archive/UIG

An engraving depicting the recovery of the giant meteorite which fell at Bondego, Brazil in November 1887, 19th century
5310634 An engraving depicting the recovery of the giant meteorite which fell at Bondego, Brazil in November 1887, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1895); Universal History Archive/UIG

Leon Edoux's hydraulic passenger lift (elevator). Engraving, Paris, 1887
530828 Leon Edoux's hydraulic passenger lift (elevator). Engraving, Paris, 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG

Carpet sweeper or Bissell, newly introduced from the United States. Engraving, London, 1887
530630 Carpet sweeper or Bissell, newly introduced from the United States. Engraving, London, 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG

Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton - 1853-1929) only daughter of the Dean of Jersey
526509 Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton - 1853-1929) only daughter of the Dean of Jersey, she was called the Jersey Lily.; (add.info.: English society beauty and actress)

First year students at L'Ecole Centrale des Arts et Manufactures, Paris, working in their private study time
531862 First year students at L'Ecole Centrale des Arts et Manufactures, Paris, working in their private study time. Wood engraving Paris 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of Louis Braille
865107 Portrait of Louis Braille; (add.info.: Louis Braille (1809-1852) French educationalist and inventor of a system of reading and writing for the blind using raised dots on paper

Pepper's Ghost: a method of projecting a ghost onto the stage. Ghost under stage is light
527287 Pepper's Ghost: a method of projecting a ghost onto the stage. Ghost under stage is light and reflected by mirror on to sheet of glass in frotn of stage

Reflection in Blue, 1887. Creator: Eva Fredrika Bonnier
Reflection in Blue, 1887

A Frolic at the Old Homestead, 1887. Creator: John Rogers
A Frolic at the Old Homestead, 1887

Taira Koremochi Conquering the Devil Woman on Mount Togakushi (Taira no Koremochi... 1887)
Taira Koremochi Conquering the Devil Woman on Mount Togakushi (Taira no Koremochi... 1887. Private Collection

Nishigori Takekiyo Painting, July 1887. Creator: Tsukioka Yoshitoshi
Nishigori Takekiyo Painting, July 1887

Point Isabel, Florida, 1887. Creator: Mary Nimmo Moran
Point Isabel, Florida, 1887

Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association
Notice, Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association, Victoria House, Victoria Street, Westminster, London SW. Free supplies of water for man and beast in the streets of London. 1887

1887 Pocket Map Version Of The U.S. Geological Survey Map Of Gloucester And Rockport
1887, Pocket Map Version of the U.S. Geological Survey Map of Gloucester and Rockport, Massachusetts

1887 Pocket Map Version Of The U.S. Geological Survey Map Of Western Nantucket
1887, Pocket Map Version of the U.S. Geological Survey Map of western Nantucket, Massachusetts

The Latvian National Opera House, Riga, Latvia, Northern Europe

Miniature Painting of Maharaja Ganga Singh Bikaner, 1887
3610088 Miniature Painting of Maharaja Ganga Singh Bikaner, 1887 by Indian School, (19th century); Private Collection; Dinodia

Lemon tree, historical illustration, Moritz Willkomm, Natural History of the Plant World, 4th Edition, Esslingen and Munich Lemon tree, historical illustration, Moritz Willkomm

Bill posters 1887
Cartoon in Punch, entitled How we advertise now, of a busy street scene with the whole wall covered with bill posters of horror scenes, from 1887. Date: 1887

Kaiser Wilhelm I and his grandson - future Kaiser Wilhelm II
Kaiser Wilhelm I (1797-1888) and his grandson - future Kaiser Wilhelm II (1859-1941) waving to crowds (seemingly) below - A Greeting to the People. Date: 1887

Statue Of Ioannis Kapodistrias, Corfu Old Town, Corfu, The Ionian Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Royal procession, Queen Victoria Jubilee, 1887, London

Queen Victoria's Jubilee, London, 1887

The Monument, London - Valentine's postcard, photo 1887 Date: 1887

Sir George Robert Tyler
A portrait photograph of the Right Honourable The Lord Mayor 1893-4, Sir George Robert Tyler, he held other posts including Sherriff of London for 1891-2, councilman and alderman from 1887

Queen Victoria - Golden Jubilee
Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee - Kensington Palace, Windsor Castle, Osborne House, Balmoral Castle, two portraits and a statue of Prince Albert Date: 1887

Walter Burton Harris
A portrait oil painting of journalist, writer and traveller, Walter Burton Harris, who was famed for his writings as a special correspondent for The Times, in Morocco

Epsom Traffic Jam
A sketch by John Sturgess, showing a traffic blockage on Balham Hill, encountered during a homeward journey from that year's Epsom Derby. Date: 1887

Queen Victoria's dog Rooney and her puppies - The Queen's Dogs Date: 1887

Queen Victoria's dogs Bosko and Wat - The Queen's Dogs Date: 1887

Queen Victoria's dog Spot - The Queen's Dogs Date: 1887

Queen Victoria's dog, Noble, Senior - The Queen's Dogs Date: 1887

Queen Victoria's dog, Noble, Junior - The Queen's Dogs Date: 1887

Queen Victoria's dog Flo - The Queen's Dogs Date: 1887

Music cover, Killaloe, sung by Mr E J Lonnen
Music cover, Killaloe, written and composed by Robert Martin, sung by Mr E J Lonnen at the Gaiety Theatre in Miss Esmeralda Date: 1887

The Round Tower, Windsor Castle Date: 1887

The Gordon Riots, street scene Date: 1780

Statue of Queen Victoria by Count Gleichen, commemorating her Golden Jubilee, erected at Royal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey Date: 1887

Queen Victoria, Golden Jubilee portrait
Portrait of Queen Victoria, commemorating her Golden Jubilee Date: 1887

George III and Royal Family viewing RA exhibition
George III and the Royal Family viewing the Exhibition of the Royal Academy of Arts, 1788 Date: 1788

Caricature of Richard Wagner, German composer, The Ear of the Universe Date: 1887

Pere Tanguy. Portrait by Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890)
Vincent Van Gogh (1853-1890). Dutch post-impressionist painter. Pere Tanguy. Portrait. Oil on canvas (92 x 75 cm), 1887 Rodin Museum. Paris. France. Date: 2008

Self-portrait with a Palette by Anna Bilinska-Bohdanowiczowa
Anna Bilinska-Bohdanowiczowa (1857-1893). Polish painter. Self-portrait with a Palette, 1887. 19th Century Polish Art Gallery (Sukiennice Museum). National Museum of Krakow. Poland. Date: 2018

Riva Degli
An artwork of the Riva Degli Schiavoni, in Venice, Italy. The foreground shows the monument to Victor Emmanuel II, created in 1887. Date: circa 1922

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In the year 1887, a remarkable tapestry of events unfolded, weaving together the lives of influential figures and captivating moments that shaped history. Queen Victoria, reigning over the vast British Empire, held steadfast on her throne as an emblem of strength and longevity. Meanwhile, in a small town in Austria, Erwin Schrodinger was born - destined to become one of the greatest minds in quantum physics. Little did anyone know that his groundbreaking theories would challenge our understanding of reality itself. Across the Atlantic Ocean, Geronimo stood tall as an American Apache leader. His indomitable spirit echoed through time as he fought for his people's rights and freedom. A photograph captured him in 1887 - a testament to his resilience and unwavering determination. In France, Charcot delved into the depths of human psychology alongside an asylum patient. Their collaboration shed light on mental health treatment and paved the way for advancements in psychiatric care. The Temperance Movement gained momentum during this era with its publication "Devils Toboggan Slide. " This broadsheet from Kalamazoo, Michigan aimed to discourage alcohol consumption by illustrating its destructive consequences - a powerful message echoing throughout society. Amidst these transformative years emerged Rupert Brooke; his poetic brilliance illuminated hearts during World War I. His words became solace for many amidst chaos and despair. Hammersmith Bridge gracefully spanned across London's River Thames while Nadia-Juliette Boulanger nurtured young musical talents with her expertise as a French music teacher. Her guidance sculpted future maestros who would enchant audiences worldwide. The ship Kapunda sailed through oceans carrying dreams and aspirations towards new horizons; it symbolized hope amidst uncertainty within this pivotal year. Juno adorned herself with vibrant peacock feathers - embodying beauty intertwined with regality - just like Royal Holloway College which opened its doors to women seeking higher education opportunities at a time when such endeavors were scarce.