1899 Collection (#3)

India - a maharaja and his officials
19th century vintage photograph - India - a maharaja and his officials

King Edward VII at one of his Royal shooting parties in Windsor Great Park - date unknown Circa 1899

Poor waiting the soup, 1899, oil by Isidre Nonell

Pine cone
Decorative flower study by Jeannie Foord. 1899

Hereford Industrial School Band
Boys in the band of the Hereford Industrial School in uniform with their instruments. Date: 1899

MONET: WATER LILY POOL, 1899. Japanese Footbridge and the Water Lily Pool, Giverny. Oil on canvas, Claude Monet, 1899

SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR, c1899. American soldiers in a trench during the Spanish-American War. Stereograph, c1899

Outdoor Bowls
1870: A group of men enjoying a game of outdoor bowls. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

TRENT BRIDGE, NOTTINGHAM, UK. Trent Bridge was first used as a cricket ground in the 1830s. The first recorded cricket match was held on an area of ground behind the Trent Bridge Inn in 1838

Brighton Pier (c. 1899), and beach chairs, Brighton, East Sussex, England

CIRCUS POSTER, c1899. American poster, c1899, for Forepaugh & Sells Brothers Circus, featuring acrobats jumping over a group of elephants

Victorian Cyclists and Motorists on a Snowy Road
Illustration showing the scene on a British road in the winter, circa 1899. In the foreground cyclists, two on a tandem, can be seen

Fashions for 1899
Man in morning dress, the ladies wear dresses with gored skirts, one with a netted & tasselled under-skirt, the other is ornamented with bold wavy lines

Dwight Lyman Moody Oval
DWIGHT LYMAN MOODY - American evangelist and businessman

A battle flag, the Union Jack is held by a horseman on top of a mound in a London News illustration
Illustrated London News record of Transvall War 1899-1900. The achievements of the home and colonial forces in the great conflict with the Boer Republics. Spencer Wilkinson record. Sons of the Blood

Hereford Industrial School Dining Room
Boys in the dining hall at Hereford Industrial School sit at tables each with a mug and piece of bread. Date: 1899

Hereford Industrial School Wood-chopping
Boys chopping firewood in a shed at the Hereford Industrial School. Date: 1899

Hereford Industrial School Dormitory
Beds packed in to a dormitory at the Hereford Industrial School for Boys. Date: 1899

Hereford Industrial School Bakery
A pile of loaves fresh from the oven baked by the boys at the Hereford Industrial School, Date: 1899

Palace Pier, Brighton
The Palace Pier, Brighton, East Sussex, England, which was built between 1891 and 1899 and is one of Britains top tourist attractions. Date: late 1950s

Poland - Warsaw - View over the city showing the Kierbedzia Bridge over the Vistula River, destroyed by the Germans in September 1944 during World War Two.. Date: 1899

Charles William Anderson Scott AFC (1903-1946)
Charles William Anderson Scott, AFC, 1903-1946, left, and Tom Campbell Black, 1899-1936, winners of the MacRobertson Air Race, London to Melbourne race, in 1934

Incubator, 1884
The interior and exterior view of an Auvard incubator for premature babies. Date: 1899

CIRCUS POSTER, 1899. Equestrienne Ada Castello on an American circus poster, c1899

Salford Union Infirmary / Hope Hospital
Hope Hospital, Eccles Old Road, Salford. The hospital was opened in 1882 as the Salford Union Infirmary, more usually known as Hope Hospital

Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales
Charles Arthur Russell, Baron Russell of Killowen (1832 - 1900). British statesman and Lord Chief Justice of England and Wales

Chomutov - Czech Republic
Chomutov (Komotau) is a city in the Czech Republic, in the Usti nad Labem Region

Robert William Bunsen 2
ROBERT WILHELM BUNSEN German scientist, famed for his invention of the Bunsen burner

Farming / Mowing 1899
A mowing scene: the mower sharpens his blade with a stone

Noel Coward / Play Pictori
NOEL COWARD At the time of his play Cavalcade in 1931

Charles Laughton / Smiling
CHARLES LAUGHTON English character actor of stage and film

Charlemont V Driscoll
French fighter Charlemont introduces a little Gallic flair to the boxing ring. Driscoll maintains a stiff upper lip

Stainforth / Supermarine
Flight Lieutenant George Hedley Stainforth, British aviator, and the Supermarine S6B in which he exceeded the 400mph speed record in 1931

Schofield / Supermarine S6
Captain Harry Methuen Schofield and his Supermarine S6: he won the Schneider Trophy in 1927 and the Kings Cup in 1934

Viking Milk Advert
Viking milk

London and Swr Loco 706
London and South Western Railway locomotive no 706

Leonid Leonov
LEONID LEONOV Russian novelist and play- wright, author of the patriotic play Invasion written during the early stage of the Patriotic War

Farming / Reaping 1899
A reaping scene

Jewelers Shop Raided
Two thieves break into a jewelers shop by making a hole in the ceiling, catching the debris in an umbrella, and using a ladder to get in and out

Savoy Hotel Chef 1899
The head chef at the Savoy Hotel

Futuristic encounter with an octopus
A futuristic encounter with an octopus on the seabed. A man rescues a woman from its clutches

Futuristic underwater exploration, with two men in diving gear observing an array of strange creatures

Futuristic fast food stops on the Channel crossing
A futuristic scene showing fast food stops for aeroplane pilots on the Channel crossing

Map of Steiermark, Austria, 1899

Map of Karnten, Austria, 1899

Map of Posen (Poznan), Poland, 1899

Henry Campbell - Bannerman (1836 - 1908)
2603921 Henry Campbell - Bannerman (1836 - 1908); (add.info.: Henry Campbell - Bannerman (1836 - 1908) Scottish - born British statesman. Leader of the Liberal Party, 1899

The dying Alexander (the Great) 356-323 BC receiving his soldiers by A. Castaigne. 1899
529757 The dying Alexander (the Great) 356-323 BC receiving his soldiers by A. Castaigne. 1899.; Universal History Archive/UIG

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"1899: A Year of Art, Science, and Captivating Stories" Step back in time to the year 1899, where a myriad of captivating events unfolded. In the world of art, Louis Wain delighted audiences with his whimsical masterpiece "A Happy Pair, " showcasing his unique talent for anthropomorphizing feline companions. Meanwhile, science was abuzz with Nikola Tesla's groundbreaking experiments that would shape the future. Literature enthusiasts were treated to an intriguing encounter between Ernest Hemingway and Fidel Castro in this very year. Little did they know that these two iconic figures would leave an indelible mark on history in their respective fields. Nature lovers reveled in the discovery of Iris xiphioides and Anglica species - vibrant blooms that added splashes of color to gardens worldwide. Anton Chekhov found solace amidst the Moscow Art Theatre group, immersing himself in creative pursuits while leaving an enduring legacy through his literary works. In Yorkshire's picturesque landscape stood proudly Victoria Tower on Castle Hill - a testament to architectural marvels from yesteryears. The Twins by Louis Wain captured hearts as it showcased adorable pairs who mirrored each other's every move. Across oceans, Barry Docks witnessed bustling activity as ships arrived and departed tirelessly - connecting nations and fostering trade relationships. Amidst global conflicts like the Boer War, Winston Churchill faced capture but emerged stronger than ever before – foreshadowing his remarkable leadership during World War II. The enigmatic genius Nikola Tesla continued pushing boundaries with Himmel Erde (Heaven Earth) experiments – unraveling secrets hidden within nature itself. Annie Oakley mesmerized audiences with her unparalleled skill as she effortlessly hit targets dead center – proving that gender knows no bounds when it comes to talent. Amidst all this excitement bloomed Lesser Periwinkle flowers – delicate yet resilient symbols of hope and perseverance throughout history.