1815 Collection (#39)

Davys Safety Lamp
Sir Humphrey Davys safety lamp, invented in 1815 for use in coal mines

Davy Tests his Lamp
Humphry Davy tests his safety lamp, designed to operate in gassy mines without fear of sparking an explosion

St Petersburg Arsenal
The Arsenal and Foundry, in winter

F C Von Tettenborn
FRIEDRICH KARL von TETTENBORN German-Russian military commander during the Napoleonic wars : in 1815

Lake District / Syntax
A tourist in Englands Lake District sketches the scene before him - at this time, tourists carry sketch-books the way later travellers will carry cameras. Date: 1815

After Waterloo
French troops, retreating after the defeat at Waterloo, pass through a village and plunder as they go

Blucher Unhorsed
On the field of battle, the Prussian commander Prinz Blucher is unhorsed, his horse lying over him while the French cavalry hurry past unaware of him

James Ware, Surgeon
JAMES WARE surgeon

Wellington at Waterloo
Wellington encourages his men, supposedly with the rallying cry Up guards and at em !

Quatre Bras Casualty
BATTLE OF QUATRE BRAS - in the course of the battle the duke of Brunswick, an officer in the Allied army, is shot

French Recruitment
French recruiting officers conscripting village youths for the wars, despite the tears and entreaties of their family

An Intermezzo with Fan
An attentive gentleman fans a young lady while they sit out a dance

Medallion of Mesmer
Friedrich Anton (Franz) Mesmer - depicted on a medallion. Mesmer was a German physicist who explored ideas on magnetic and gravitational influences on health

Walking Dress 1815
A long sleeved earth coloured gown (or possibly a pelisse worn over a gown) with a triple tier ruff. It is Worn with a green & red shawl and a bonnet with plumes

Bismarck (Gill)
OTTO graf von BISMARCK depicted as a warmonger by the French caricaturist

J Murat / Costumes Histori
JOACHIM MURAT - French military commander and sometime King of Naples

Germans Heaving Lead
Heaving lead on a German warship

TROLLOPE / 1882
ANTHONY TROLLOPE English novelist in old age

Washington Circa 1850
Sightseers admire the city of Washington as seen from the portico of the Capitol. The site was chosen in 1790 by the man in whose honour it is named

Guns after Waterloo
After losing the battle, the French lose their guns : the allies convey the captured French cannon through the village of Waterloo, to the admiration of spectators

Hermitage Museum
The Hermitage at St Petersburg, Russia, was built in the 1760s to house Catherine IIs art collection. It will burn down in 1837 but will be rebuilt by Nicolas I

Napoleon Back in Paris
He is greeted with enthusiasm on his return to Paris after escaping from Elba : the scene in the faubourg Saint- Antoine

Keats / Edmonton Home
JOHN KEATS Cottage in Church Street, Edmonton, where the poet served his apprenticeship to Hammond, the surgeon, from 1811 to 1815

Bismarck / Vanity Fair
OTTO EDUARD LEOPOLD BISMARCK Prussian statesman and first chancellor of German Empire in his military uniform

Waterloo / Scott Poem 23
NAPOLEONIC WARS " But on the British heart were lost the terrors of the charging host; for not an eye the storm that viewed changed its proud glance of fortitude"

Robert Fulton / Chappel
ROBERT FULTON American engineer and inventor

Caroline Bonaparte
CAROLINE (MARIE-ANONCIADE) Sister of Napoleon I (reigned as Queen of Naples 1808-1815)

Napoleon after Defeat
AFTER WATERLOO It is he ! - a French peasant family contemplate their Emperor after his final defeat

Thalberg / Shop / Presents
Shopping for Christmas presents on Christmas Eve, the Thalberg family visit a toy stall which pleases the children

Thalberg / Carol Singers
Two poor children in the street sing outside the window of two rich childrens house who give them some money Date: Circa 1815

Bread Riot / London / 1815
Londoners riot in protest against the high cost of bread outside the entrance to Parliament, Westminster

LUNDGREN (1815 - 1875)
EGRON SELLIF LUNDGREN Swedish artist

Social Scene / France / C19
The British in Paris after the defeat of Napoleon : John Bull and his family at an ice cafe Date: 1815

Bismarck / De LA Barre
Otto Eduard Leopold, prinz von Bismarck German statesman

Eugene Labiche
EUGENE LABICHE French playwright

Paris Street Magician
A Parisian street magician entertains the crowd, performing a trick with a member of the audience, or his assistant, and a large baton

Bismarck / Moloch / 1882
OTTO BISMARCK German Chancellor depicted as a bit of a thug

Emma Hamilton / Sherrard
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in an unkind depiction, parodying one of her attitudes

Emma Hamilton / Cassandra
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, depicted as Cassandra

Emma Hamilton / Oval Mini
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson

Emma Hamilton / Lawrence
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson

Emma Hamilton / Rehburg 5
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in one of her attitudes

Emma Hamilton / Rehburg 3
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in one of her attitudes

Emma Hamilton / Rehburg 10
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in one of her attitudes

Emma Hamilton / Rehburg 11
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in one of her attitudes

Emma Hamilton / Rehburg 8
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in one of her attitudes

Emma Hamilton / Rehburg 9
EMMA, LADY HAMILTON Wife of Lord Hamilton, mistress of Lord Nelson, in one of her attitudes

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"1815: A Year of Heroism and Defiance" In the annals of history, 1815 stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of nations and individuals alike. It was a year that witnessed one of the most significant battles in European history - The Battle of Waterloo. On that fateful day, June 18th, the Last Stand of the Imperial Guards at Waterloo marked a turning point in Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitions for conquest. Despite their valiant efforts, they were no match for the combined forces led by Wellington and Blücher. Amongst those who fought with unwavering courage were the Scots Greys, whose charge echoed through time as an emblematic moment - "Scotland Forever. " Their gallant display during this battle forever etched their name into military lore. The Defence of Chateau de Hougoumont showcased another tale of bravery amidst chaos. As cannonballs thundered overhead, Highlanders stood firm against overwhelming odds, defending their position with unyielding determination. Meanwhile, on distant shores, Grace Darling embarked on her own heroic journey. Rowing alongside her father amidst treacherous waters off Northumberland's coast, she rescued survivors from a shipwreck - proving that heroism knows no bounds or gender. Back on land at St Helena Island resided Napoleon himself; his dreams shattered but his legacy immortalized. The map he once wielded now serving as a reminder that even great conquerors can be brought down by fate's hand. As we look back upon these events through time's lens, we are reminded not only of valor but also sacrifice. The British army advancing relentlessly towards victory at Waterloo demonstrated unparalleled unity and resilience against all odds. So let us remember 1815 as more than just numbers on paper; it was an era defined by extraordinary acts and unwavering resolve.