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1830 Collection (#8)

In the year 1830, a whirlwind of events and innovations shaped the world as we know it today

Background image1830 Collection: SHAVING OLD & NEW C1830 SHAVING OLD & NEW C1830

SHAVING OLD & NEW C1830 SHAVING OLD & NEW C1830
The old way and the new way of shaving: take your pick! Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: HAIRSTYLE / PANON C1830

HAIRSTYLE / PANON C1830
A hairstyle of the period, worn by Mme Marius Panon, nee Ellery von Weissenfels. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: Pickpocket Caught

Pickpocket Caught
An observant policeman apprehends a pickpocket who has stolen a gentlemans pocket hankerchief. He claims he only borrowed it because he has a cold. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: ARRIVING AT AN INN

ARRIVING AT AN INN
A stagecoach pulls into the yard of an inn - a waiter comes to welcome the passengers to his dining room, while additional travellers wait at the Coach Office. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: NAVY YESTERDAY AND TODAY

NAVY YESTERDAY AND TODAY
British naval officers of yesterday... and today... Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: GAME / OUTDOOR SKITTLES

GAME / OUTDOOR SKITTLES
A jovial group of men enjoy an outdoor game of skittles Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: RACIAL / TCHUNG-KEE C1830

RACIAL / TCHUNG-KEE C1830
Mandan game of Tchung-Kee Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: RACIAL / STALKING ANTELOPE

RACIAL / STALKING ANTELOPE
Native man with a rifle, stalking antelope Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: SATIRE ON STEAMBOATS

SATIRE ON STEAMBOATS
An early steamship, which like a giant kettle has built up too much pressure and exploded throwing its unwitting passengers overboard. The rowing boat appears safer. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: CHATEAU AT BLOIS / FRANCE

CHATEAU AT BLOIS / FRANCE
The Chateau at Blois. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: DANCING OLD AND NEW

DANCING OLD AND NEW
The old way of dancing, and the new Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: PEELER MOVES ON TRADERS

PEELER MOVES ON TRADERS
A policeman moves on some female street traders. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: THEATREGOING THEN, NOW

THEATREGOING THEN, NOW
Party in a box - in the 18th century and in the 19th... Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: SIGNING REGISTER FRANCE

SIGNING REGISTER FRANCE
Scene in the sacristy of a French church : after God has united the happy couple they sign the register as required by the civil authorities Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: PAYING BILLS C1830

PAYING BILLS C1830
Paying bills old and new Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: ISLE OF WIGHT / COWES 1830

ISLE OF WIGHT / COWES 1830
Isle of Wight: Cowes Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: GOING TO MARKET OLD / NEW

GOING TO MARKET OLD / NEW
Going to market - the old way and the new way Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: NORTHFLEET / KENT 1830

NORTHFLEET / KENT 1830
Northfleet, Kent (near Gravesend) Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: GINGERBREAD / SCOTLAND

GINGERBREAD / SCOTLAND
Selling gingerbread from a cloth-covered table in Scotland Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: ENGLISH DINNER PARTY

ENGLISH DINNER PARTY
An extended family dinner in an English country home : gossip over the dessert Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: BALLOON / HEATH

BALLOON / HEATH
A horse and rider gallop to the clouds with the assistance of a hot-air balloon. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: SAILOR AT MAST HEAD

SAILOR AT MAST HEAD
A sailor up in the clouds atop a mast head waves his straw boater at his ship mates below. Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: BARTHELEMY THIMONNIER

BARTHELEMY THIMONNIER French tailor who patented the first sewing machine in France in 1830 Date: 1793 - 1859

Background image1830 Collection: FRANCE / 1830 / BARRICADES

FRANCE / 1830 / BARRICADES
Parisian rebels defend barricades at the Rue St Honore, on the corner of Rue du Coq Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: MAORIS FIND REMAINS

MAORIS FIND REMAINS
The trade in human heads - Maoris find the heads of their relatives among the dealers wares on board his ship. Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: OLD CROWN INN, HIGHGATE

OLD CROWN INN, HIGHGATE
The Old Crown Inn, Highgate, North London Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: BORDER WEDDING

BORDER WEDDING
ONE MILE FROM GRETNA A couple desperate to marry race to Gretna Green but are pursued by those who wish to stop them Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: GERMAN PRETZEL SELLER

GERMAN PRETZEL SELLER
Selling pretzels, Hamburg - note the lady smoking a long clay pipe Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: FRANCE / MAINTENON

FRANCE / MAINTENON
Le chateau de Maintenon seen across the lake Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: Battledore and Shuttle

Battledore and Shuttle
Two young ladies play, wearing their elegant toilettes de campagne (dress for the country) Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: FRANCE / GRAY

FRANCE / GRAY
a river port on the Saone Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: BOY GOES TO WELL C1830

BOY GOES TO WELL C1830
A boy goes to fetch water from the well, accompanied by two dogs Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: Custom House

Custom House
View from the busy River Thames with boat full of trade. Date: Circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: Alternative medicine: Native American healer

Alternative medicine: Native American healer
Native American medicine man from the Blackfoot tribe. Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: THE TOMBS PRISON

THE TOMBS PRISON
THE TOMBS, NEW YORK a prison mainly reserved for prisoners awaiting trial Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: FRANCE / CHARTRES

FRANCE / CHARTRES
General view of the town, dominated by its cathedral Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: FRANCE / CLAMECY

FRANCE / CLAMECY
general view Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: PARIS / TOUR ST JACQUES

PARIS / TOUR ST JACQUES
Tour Saint Jacques, with the Cour de Commerce, a kind of shopping precinct Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: GENESSEE FALLS, NY

GENESSEE FALLS, NY
The GENESSEE FALLS near Rochester, New York state, where the river enters Lake Ontario Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: WILLIAM IV CROWNED

WILLIAM IV CROWNED
CORONATION OF WILLIAM IV Though he succeeds George IV in June 1830, he is not crowned at Westminster Abbey until 15 months later Date: 8 September 1831

Background image1830 Collection: A POACHER IS CAUGHT

A POACHER IS CAUGHT
A country lad has been caught poaching a hare, and now he is brought before the owner of the estate Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: LAW / PRISONS / CORK

LAW / PRISONS / CORK
View of the prison at Cork, Ireland Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: EVENING DRESS 1830

EVENING DRESS 1830
Gowns with transparent lace over-skirts with deep scalloped & embroidered flounces & wide over-sleeves that taper to a point. The white gown has lace manchettes. Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: LAVENDER SELLER / 1810

LAVENDER SELLER / 1810
A girl selling sweet lavender Date: circa 1830

Background image1830 Collection: Industry Landscape - 1830

Industry Landscape - 1830
Early 19th century print showing the steady rise of industry in Birmingham. Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: HEATH / GREETING FRIEND

HEATH / GREETING FRIEND
Meeting a friend, the old way and the new way - a satirical perspective. Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: HEATH / TAVERN CLIENTELE

HEATH / TAVERN CLIENTELE
Tavern clientele returning from a tavern the old way and the new way - a satirical perspective Date: 1830

Background image1830 Collection: OLD / NEW PROMENADE / HEATH

OLD / NEW PROMENADE / HEATH
Promenading the old way and the new way - a satirical perspective Date: 1830




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In the year 1830, a whirlwind of events and innovations shaped the world as we know it today. It was a time when great minds like Hegel and Napoleon left their mark on history, while remarkable achievements in various fields captivated the imagination of people worldwide. Just a year prior, in 1829, Stephenson's Rocket had revolutionized transportation with its groundbreaking design. This steam locomotive paved the way for future advancements in railway systems that would connect nations and transform travel forever. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic Ocean, an enigmatic poet named Emily Dickinson was born. Little did anyone know at the time that her profound words would resonate through generations and establish her as one of America's greatest literary figures. Back in Britain, engineers were pushing boundaries once again by constructing the first railway suspension bridge over the River Dee. This feat of engineering showcased mankind's ability to conquer nature's obstacles and further expand transportation networks. Sports enthusiasts witnessed another significant event during this era – Native Americans playing lacrosse. The game not only entertained but also provided cultural insights into indigenous communities' traditions and values. As progress continued to surge forward, challenges arose too. In 1831, Chat Moss posed difficulties for rail construction due to its treacherous terrain. However, human ingenuity prevailed as engineers found innovative solutions to overcome these obstacles. Amidst all these developments came compassion for those less fortunate. The Licensed Victuallers Asylum was established to provide support for publicans who fell on hard times—a testament to society's growing awareness of social welfare issues. Literature lovers rejoiced when posters announced Victor Hugo's Les Misérables publication—an epic tale that continues to touch hearts even today with its themes of love, redemption, and revolution. Across continents in Paris stood Pont des Arts—a picturesque bridge where artists gathered inspiration from breathtaking views along the Seine River—evidence that beauty can be found even amidst bustling cities.