1800s Drawings Collection

Popular lectures on human nature by Professor W. G. Alexander poster of man with ideas in his brain ca. 1895
Popular lectures on human nature by Professor W.G. Alexander poster of man with ideas in his brain ca. 1895

"Mother's bread"pure as mother made it. Made by J. A. Dahn & Son in Brooklyn NY ca. 1900-1910
Print shows a well-dressed woman wearing an apron, baking bread in a home-style kitchen; she is standing, three-quarter length, facing front

19th century restaurant advertisement - St. Nicholas Restaurant. Shell oysters received daily by express ca. 1873

Harrison's Columbian perfumery ca. 1854

St George Staten Island 20 minutes from the Battery ca. 1886
Print showing a baseball game in progress before crowded grandstand at St. George park on Staten Island, with view of New York harbor

R. Malcom, Saddler, Toronto, Canada ca. 1800s
R. Malcom, Saddler, Toronto, Canada

H. & J. lager beer advertisement ca. 1870s
Joseph Jefferson as Rip Van Winkle seated on keg being pulled by goats with satyrs on either side

John Mundell & Co's solar tip shoes Made only by John Mundell & Co. Phila. ca. 1889
John Mundell & Co's solar tip shoes Made only by John Mundell & Co. Phila. circa 1889

D. Rosenberg & Sons, standard carriage varnishes, New York ca. 1878

Empire Sewing Machine Co. New York ca. 1870
Views of New York & Brooklyn Suspension Bridge, sewing machines, people sewing by hand and with sewing machines, and transportation by stagecoach and railroad train

Oxygenated bitters. A sovereign remedy for fever & ague, dyspepsia, asthma & general debility ca. 1851
Oxygenated bitters. A sovereign remedy for fever & ague, dyspepsia, asthma & general debility circa 1851

John Mundell & Co's solar tip shoes Lead all in bright Dongola solar tip, pebble goat solar tip, pebble grain solar tip. circa 1889

Thaddeus Davids and Cos. writing inks advertisement ca. 1857

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Step back in time with these captivating 1800s drawings that offer a glimpse into the past. The enchanting advertisement for the "Magic Washer" by Geo. Dee, circa 1886, transports us to an era when innovative household appliances were just beginning to emerge. Intriguingly, the poster of a man with ideas swirling in his brain from Professor W. G. Alexander's "Popular Lectures on Human Nature, " circa 1895, reminds us of the timeless pursuit of knowledge and understanding. The charming illustration for "Mother's Bread, " made by J. A. Dahn & Son in Brooklyn NY between 1900-1910, evokes memories of homemade goodness and nourishment straight from a mother's heart. Transport yourself to St. Nicholas Restaurant through their enticing advertisement from 1873, boasting daily shipments of shell oysters received by express—a tantalizing treat for seafood enthusiasts even back then. Harrison's Columbian Perfumery takes us further back to 1854 when scents held an air of elegance and sophistication; imagine indulging in fragrances that captured the essence of that era. Discover St George Staten Island only twenty minutes away from Battery Park as depicted in an illustration dating back to 1886—an invitation to explore this picturesque destination steeped in history and natural beauty. Travel northward to Toronto, Canada during the early years with R. Malcom Saddler's drawing showcasing their craftsmanship—reminding us how businesses thrived even centuries ago. Raise your glass with H. & J. 's lager beer advertisement from the bustling 1870s—a testament to enduring traditions and social gatherings centered around good company and refreshing libations. John Mundell & Co. 's solar tip shoes take center stage in their striking drawing dated around 1889—proof that quality footwear has always been valued throughout time. Dive into New York City's vibrant carriage industry as D.