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1887 Collection (#6)

In the year 1887, a remarkable tapestry of events unfolded, weaving together the lives of influential figures and captivating moments that shaped history

Background image1887 Collection: Battle of Washita, 1887-88 (oil en grisaille on board)

Battle of Washita, 1887-88 (oil en grisaille on board)
985143 Battle of Washita, 1887-88 (oil en grisaille on board) by Remington, Frederic (1861-1909); 47x62.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Battle of Washita. Frederic Remington (1861-1909)

Background image1887 Collection: Paris at Twilight, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Paris at Twilight, 1887 (oil on canvas)
822709 Paris at Twilight, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Hassam, Childe Frederick (1859-1935); 65.2x54.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Paris at Twilight. Frederick Childe Hassam (1859-1935)

Background image1887 Collection: The Fishermans Tale, 1887 (oil on canvas)

The Fishermans Tale, 1887 (oil on canvas)
656962 The Fishermans Tale, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Smith, Carlton Alfred (1853-1946); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Fishermans Tale. Carlton Alfred Smith (1853-1946). Oil on canvas

Background image1887 Collection: Azalea in a Japanese Bowl, with Chinese Vases on an Oriental Rug, in an Interior

Azalea in a Japanese Bowl, with Chinese Vases on an Oriental Rug, in an Interior, 1887 (oil on Panel)
659887 Azalea in a Japanese Bowl, with Chinese Vases on an Oriental Rug, in an Interior, 1887 (oil on Panel) by Hayllar, Jessica (1858-1940); 28x22.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1887 Collection: The Death of Cleopatra, 1887 (oil on canvas)

The Death of Cleopatra, 1887 (oil on canvas)
989485 The Death of Cleopatra, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bouchard, Paul Louis (1853-1937); 274.3x365.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Death of Cleopatra. Paul Louis Bouchard (1853-1937)

Background image1887 Collection: Arabs playing Chess, 1887 (watercolour on paperboard)

Arabs playing Chess, 1887 (watercolour on paperboard)
989448 Arabs playing Chess, 1887 (watercolour on paperboard) by Simoni, Gustavo (1846-1925); 66x49.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Arabs playing Chess. Gustavo Simoni (b. 1846)

Background image1887 Collection: Lady Making Posies from Primroses, 1887 (oil on panel)

Lady Making Posies from Primroses, 1887 (oil on panel)
659886 Lady Making Posies from Primroses, 1887 (oil on panel) by Hayllar, Jessica (1858-1940); 29x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lady Making Posies from Primroses)

Background image1887 Collection: Autumn Rose; Hostros, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Autumn Rose; Hostros, 1887 (oil on canvas)
659718 Autumn Rose; Hostros, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Schjerfbeck, Helene (1862-1946); 115x91.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Autumn Rose; Hostros. Helen Schjerfbeck (1862-1946). Oil on canvas

Background image1887 Collection: Plaster Statuette: Female Torso, Front View; Statuette de platre: Torse de femme, vue de face

Plaster Statuette: Female Torso, Front View; Statuette de platre: Torse de femme, vue de face, 1887 (oil on canvas)
1767906 Plaster Statuette: Female Torso, Front View; Statuette de platre: Torse de femme, vue de face, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Gogh

Background image1887 Collection: The Neighbours, Terraces of Algiers, 1887 (oil on canvas)

The Neighbours, Terraces of Algiers, 1887 (oil on canvas)
989444 The Neighbours, Terraces of Algiers, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bridgman, Frederick Arthur (1847-1928); 88.3x65.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Neighbours)

Background image1887 Collection: Brother and Sister, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Brother and Sister, 1887 (oil on canvas)
989216 Brother and Sister, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bouguereau, William-Adolphe (1825-1905); 180.5x81.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Brother and Sister; Frere et Soeur)

Background image1887 Collection: Lands End - New Jersey Coast, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Lands End - New Jersey Coast, 1887 (oil on canvas)
985472 Lands End - New Jersey Coast, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Richards, William Trost (1833-1905); 48.3x81.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Lands End - New Jersey Coast)

Background image1887 Collection: Distant Thoughts, 1887 (watercolour and bodycolour)

Distant Thoughts, 1887 (watercolour and bodycolour)
657358 Distant Thoughts, 1887 (watercolour and bodycolour) by Langley, Walter (1852-1922); 46.5x60.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Distant Thoughts. Walter Langley (1852-1922)

Background image1887 Collection: Alma, 1887 (pastel)

Alma, 1887 (pastel)
651469 Alma, 1887 (pastel) by Larsson, Carl (1853-1919); 57.2x44.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Alma. Carl Larsson (1853-1919). Pastel. Signed and dated 1887

Background image1887 Collection: Auguste-Guillaume, Prince De Prusse (1887) (b / w photo)

Auguste-Guillaume, Prince De Prusse (1887) (b / w photo)
5219655 Auguste-Guillaume, Prince De Prusse (1887) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Auguste-Guillaume, Prince De Prusse (1887)

Background image1887 Collection: Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887) (b / w photo)

Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887) (b / w photo)
5220012 Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887)

Background image1887 Collection: A highly important pianoforte designed by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A highly important pianoforte designed by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
828428 A highly important pianoforte designed by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, action by Steinway New York. Built in 1887. 1887 () by Alma-Tadema

Background image1887 Collection: The Abandoned House; La Maison Abandonee, 1887 (oil on canvas)

The Abandoned House; La Maison Abandonee, 1887 (oil on canvas)
825625 The Abandoned House; La Maison Abandonee, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Sisley, Alfred (1839-99); 38.3x55.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Abandoned House; La Maison Abandonee)

Background image1887 Collection: The Black Gate in 1887 (engraving)

The Black Gate in 1887 (engraving)
3628681 The Black Gate in 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Black Gate in 1887)

Background image1887 Collection: The Game of Logic (playing board) by Lewis Carroll, published in 1887

The Game of Logic (playing board) by Lewis Carroll, published in 1887
3614708 The Game of Logic (playing board) by Lewis Carroll, published in 1887 by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1887 Collection: Miss Maud Kellermann, Natation, 1887 (b / w photo)

Miss Maud Kellermann, Natation, 1887 (b / w photo)
5201805 Miss Maud Kellermann, Natation, 1887 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Miss Maud Kellermann, Natation, 1887)

Background image1887 Collection: Victoria, Eugenie-Julia-Ena de Battenberg, Reine D Espagne, 1887 (b / w photo)

Victoria, Eugenie-Julia-Ena de Battenberg, Reine D Espagne, 1887 (b / w photo)
5201331 Victoria, Eugenie-Julia-Ena de Battenberg, Reine D Espagne, 1887 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victoria)

Background image1887 Collection: H R H The Prince of Wales attending Her Majesty at the Royal Jubilee Garden Party held in

H R H The Prince of Wales attending Her Majesty at the Royal Jubilee Garden Party held in the Grounds of Buckingham
1036508 H R H The Prince of Wales attending Her Majesty at the Royal Jubilee Garden Party held in the Grounds of Buckingham Palace, 1887 (engraving) by English School

Background image1887 Collection: British Awards for Valour on Sea and Land during the Last Fifty Years (chromolitho)

British Awards for Valour on Sea and Land during the Last Fifty Years (chromolitho)
1047352 British Awards for Valour on Sea and Land during the Last Fifty Years (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1887 Collection: H M Stanley, From A Photograph taken in January, 1887 (engraving)

H M Stanley, From A Photograph taken in January, 1887 (engraving)
1094753 H M Stanley, From A Photograph taken in January, 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: H M Stanley, From A Photograph taken in January, 1887)

Background image1887 Collection: Card celebrating Queen Victorias Jubilee of 1887 (chromolitho)

Card celebrating Queen Victorias Jubilee of 1887 (chromolitho)
976387 Card celebrating Queen Victorias Jubilee of 1887 (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Card celebrating Queen Victorias Jubilee of 1887)

Background image1887 Collection: The kitchen at Fairfax House, High Street, Putney, 1887; residence of the Cromwellian Gent

The kitchen at Fairfax House, High Street, Putney, 1887; residence of the Cromwellian Gent (pencil on paper)
586489 The kitchen at Fairfax House, High Street, Putney, 1887; residence of the Cromwellian Gent (pencil on paper) by Emslie

Background image1887 Collection: Old Jacobean residences, Nos 72 and 74, High Street, Putney, London, 1887 (w / c on paper)

Old Jacobean residences, Nos 72 and 74, High Street, Putney, London, 1887 (w / c on paper)
586477 Old Jacobean residences, Nos 72 and 74, High Street, Putney, London, 1887 (w/c on paper) by Emslie, John Phillipp (1839-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Jacobean residences)

Background image1887 Collection: Mr Punch bows to Agneta Frances Ramsay who sat, and passed with First Class Honours

Mr Punch bows to Agneta Frances Ramsay who sat, and passed with First Class Honours
538778 Mr Punch bows to Agneta Frances Ramsay who sat, and passed with First Class Honours, the papers set, but could not receive a degree as Cambridge did not award them to women at this time

Background image1887 Collection: Ethel Maurice as Mrs Fleeter in My Sweetheart, Sangers Amphitheatre, London

Ethel Maurice as Mrs Fleeter in My Sweetheart, Sangers Amphitheatre, London. Date: 1887

Background image1887 Collection: The Butler, at Tooles Theatre, London, with the comic actor John Lawrence Toole as David

The Butler, at Tooles Theatre, London, with the comic actor John Lawrence Toole as David Trot. Date: 1887

Background image1887 Collection: Church interior damage, Bussana Vecchia, Italy 1887

Church interior damage, Bussana Vecchia, Italy 1887
19th century vintage photograph: Church interior, earthquake damage, Bussana Vecchia, Sanremo, Italy 1887

Background image1887 Collection: Earthquake damage, Bussana Vecchia, Sanremo, Italy 1887

Earthquake damage, Bussana Vecchia, Sanremo, Italy 1887
19th century vintage photograph: Earthquake damage, Bussana Vecchia, Sanremo, Italy 1887

Background image1887 Collection: Black-breasted red game birds

Black-breasted red game birds, Gallus gallus domesticus, bred by Captain Heaton, winners of the two challenge cups at Birmingham 1886

Background image1887 Collection: Aux Enfants Assistes: L Abandon - Edouard Gelhay

Aux Enfants Assistes: L Abandon - Edouard Gelhay
Edouard Gelhays Aux Enfants Assistes: L Abandon - a mother deposits an unwanted child at a French state-run institution. Date: 1887

Background image1887 Collection: Corcorus Japonica (watercolour with scratching out)

Corcorus Japonica (watercolour with scratching out)
1766702 Corcorus Japonica (watercolour with scratching out) by Allingham, Helen (1848-1926); 17.7x16.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Corcorus Japonica. Helen Allingham (1848-1926)

Background image1887 Collection: The Old Fish Shop, Haslemere (watercolour)

The Old Fish Shop, Haslemere (watercolour)
1766691 The Old Fish Shop, Haslemere (watercolour) by Allingham, Helen (1848-1926); 33x29 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Fish Shop, Haslemere. Helen Allingham (1848-1926). Watercolour

Background image1887 Collection: Le Bassin de Caen, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Le Bassin de Caen, 1887 (oil on canvas)
656600 Le Bassin de Caen, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Lepine, Stanislas Victor Edouard (1835-92); 73x92 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Bassin de Caen. Stanislas Lepine (1835-1892). Oil on canvas

Background image1887 Collection: A highly important pianoforte designed by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema

A highly important pianoforte designed by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema
828424 A highly important pianoforte designed by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema, action by Steinway New York. Built in 1887. 1887 () by Alma-Tadema

Background image1887 Collection: Sunny Morning at Saint Mammes; Soleil du Matin a Saint-Mammes, 1884 (oil on canvas)

Sunny Morning at Saint Mammes; Soleil du Matin a Saint-Mammes, 1884 (oil on canvas)
825623 Sunny Morning at Saint Mammes; Soleil du Matin a Saint-Mammes, 1884 (oil on canvas) by Sisley, Alfred (1839-99); 49x65 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background image1887 Collection: The Harvest of Peas, 1887 (gouache on paper)

The Harvest of Peas, 1887 (gouache on paper)
988811 The Harvest of Peas, 1887 (gouache on paper) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 53.3x64.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Harvest of Peas; La Recolte des Pois)

Background image1887 Collection: Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802-1887) (b / w photo)

Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802-1887) (b / w photo)
5219832 Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802-1887) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802-1887)

Background image1887 Collection: Christmas Eve, 1887, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Christmas Eve, 1887, 1887 (oil on canvas)
827250 Christmas Eve, 1887, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Millais, John Everett (1829-96); 155x130.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Christmas Eve, 1887. Sir John Everett Millais (1829-1896)

Background image1887 Collection: Pigsty, Nursery; Schweinekoben, Wochenstube, 1887 (oil on board)

Pigsty, Nursery; Schweinekoben, Wochenstube, 1887 (oil on board)
1196349 Pigsty, Nursery; Schweinekoben, Wochenstube, 1887 (oil on board) by Liebermann, Max (1847-1935); 49.8x64.4 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Background image1887 Collection: The Huntsman, 1887 (oil on canvas)

The Huntsman, 1887 (oil on canvas)
659568 The Huntsman, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Brendekilde, Hans Andersen (1857-1942); 126.4x153 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Huntsman. Hans Andersen Brendekilde (1857-1920). Oil on canvas

Background image1887 Collection: Group of Rocks at Port-Goulphar, 1887 (oil on canvas)

Group of Rocks at Port-Goulphar, 1887 (oil on canvas)
991277 Group of Rocks at Port-Goulphar, 1887 (oil on canvas) by Monet, Claude (1840-1926); 65.4x65.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)




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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.