1843 Collection (#31)

Cayleys aerial carriage, 1843
Cayleys aerial carriage. Design for an aerial carriage, published in 1843 by the British engineer George Cayley (1773-1857)

PARIS: BOOK STALLS, 1843. 6 Quai Conti. Oil on canvas by William Parrott, 1843, showing the book stalls along the Seine River in Paris, France

J Nasmyths self-acting hammer Date: 1843

Jules Franois Viette / Gill
Jules Franois Viette (1843-1894) French politician, was appointed Minister of Agriculture in 1887

Pierre Paul Cambon / Stamp
PIERRE-PAUL CAMBON (1843 - 1924) French diplomat

Greenwich Regatta
After the Regatta on the Thames, thr prize-winning boat is carried through the streets in triumph

Model Frigate
This model frigate is used at the Naval School, Greenwich, to teach cadets which strings to pull

Jean Marie Antoine de Lanessan / Gill
Jean Marie Antoine de Lanessan (1843-1919) French statesman, author and naturalist

Yves Guyot / Gill
Yves Guyot (1843-1928) French politician, economist and journalist

Alexandre Abel Hovelacque / Gill
Alexandre Abel Hovelacque (1843-1896) French linguist and anthropologist, President of the Anthropology Society and member of the French National Assembly

Henri de Lapommeraye / Demare
Henri de Lapommeraye (1839-1891) lawyer, man of letters, art and theatre critic and judging by the cartoon a critic of new comedy productions

CHISWICK
The Conservatory in Chiswick Gardens

Naval School New Cross
Quadrangle of the Naval School at New Cross, an institution founded by prince Albert in 1843

Modern Athenians plate 28 - Edinburgh
Rev. Thomas Russell (d. 1843-44) approaching Mr Hector McNeill, a sporty looking man of which little is known

Modern Athenians plate 12 - Edinburgh
Mr John Wilson (d. 1854) Poet, angler, walker and Professor of Moral Philosophy, approaching Mr George Joseph Bell (d. 1843) Professor of Scots Law

Paul Auguste Arene / Gill
Paul Auguste Arene. Provencal poet and French writer

Repeal Meeting at Tara, Ireland
Repeal Meeting at Tara Hill. Crowds gather to hear Mr O Connell make a speech. Tara Hill marks the spot where Irish royalty had traditionally been elected

Gadshill Kent
Gadshill, Kent, the scene of Falstaffs escapades and home of Charles Dickens

Prince of Wales and Princess Alice
Photograph of the Prince of Wales, later King Edward VII (1841-1910) and his younger sister, Princess Alice, later Grand Duchess of Hesse (1843-1878) circa 1860

Portrait of Princess Alice Maud Mary (1843-1878), Grand Duchess of Hesse, third child and second daughter of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

Howard Staunton (1810-1874), English Shakespearean scholar, actor and chess player. World chess champion from 1843-1851, he also wrote, The Chess-Players Handbook, published in 1847

Leinster cottage, Ireland
The cottage or cabin in the doorway of which an old woman is spinning, and around which are pigs, poultry and goats. A young pregnant woman carries water through the gateway while children play in

The Thames Regatta at Fulham, London, 1843
Engraving showing rowing boats, participating in the Thames Regatta of 1843, heading away from Fulham Bridge (on left)

Procession through the Thames Tunnel, 1843
Engraving showing the procession through the Thames Tunnel, between Rotherhithe and Wapping, to mark its opening on 25 March 1843

Sir Marc Isambard Brunel, 1843
Engraving showing Sir Marc Isambard Brunel (1769-1849), the French engineer and inventor, as he appeared at the opening of the Thames Tunnel, from Rotherhithe to Wapping, on 25th March 1843

Thames Tunnel Company worker with a Medallion of Sir Marc Is
Engraving showing a worker of the Thames Tunnel Company holding a medallion of Sir Marc Isambard Brunel (1769-1849), at the opening of the tunnel between Rotherhithe and Wapping, 25 March 1843

Reforms at Athens
A day of bloodless revolution in Athens led by Kalergis leads to political reforms : Otto sacks his Bavarian ministers and grants a new constitution

C Vanderbilt / Anon Eng
CORNELIUS VANDERBILT II President of the New York and Harlem railroad; head of the Vanderbilt family (from 1885); grandson of Cornelius Vanderbilt

Lord Dudley Stuart, (1803-1854)
Portrait of Lord Dudley Coutts Stuart, leading advocate of Polish Independence, engraved in 1843

Fire Brigadier, 1843
Engraving showing a member of the Fire Brigade in action, fighting a fire at Luton Hoo, 1843. This officer is shown with hose, lamp and breathing apparatus, with a hose feeding fresh air to his helmet

Edward Law, 1st Earl of Ellenborough, 1843
Engraving of Edward Law, 1st Earl of Ellenborough (1790-1871), pictured when Governer-General of India

Charles Albert Gobat
CHARLES ALBERT GOBAT Swiss politician and philanthropist

Pierre-Paul Cambon / Cdv
PIERRE-PAUL CAMBON French diplomat

Event / Ireland 1843
Meeting of the Repeal Association at the Corn Exchange in Dublin

Cassagnac / Gill / Hommes D
PAUL GRANIER DE CASSAGNAC French journalist, politician and noted duellist

A photograph of the writer Henry James
Portrait of the US author and novelist Henry James (1843-1916)

William John Gill
WILLIAM JOHN GILL Engineer and traveller with his autograph

Princesse De Joinville
Dona FRANCISCA DE BRAGANZA, princesse de JOINVILLE wife of prince Francois Ferdinand

James Gilmour
JAMES GILMOUR Scottish missionary and traveller in Mongolia, then part of China, wearing the gear he did his travelling and missioning in

Johann Friedrich Kind
JOHANN FRIEDRICH KIND German writer

Grand Dinner to General Sir Charles J. Napier, at the London
Banquet held by the directors of the East India Company at the London Tavern in honour of Sir Charles Napiers appointment as commander of the British army in the East Indies

Sir Archibald Campbell
SIR ARCHIBALD CAMPBELL Scottish military commander, notably in Burma

The Skerryvore Lighthouse, off Argyllshire, 1844
Engraving of the Skerryvore lighthouse, 1844. Built between 1836 and 1843, with 6000 tons of granite, the lighthouse entered service on 1st February 1844

Free Church Meeting 1843
A meeting of the Free Church assembly, formed after the disruption associated with Thomas Chalmers

Mme Lenormand
MARIE-ANNE LENORMAND, French fortune teller - the most famous of her kind, author of several books about herself and her art

Photo Portrait McKinley
WILLIAM MCKINLEY Photographic portrait of William Mckinley, 25th President of the United States

Photo, Grieg Relaxing
EDVARD HAGERUP GRIEG Norwegian composer, conductor, and violinist

Mckinley at Desk
WILLIAM MCKINLEY President Mckinley at the head of the Council table in the Whitehouse

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In the year 1843, a significant moment in history unfolded as Sir Henry Cole and John Horsley collaborated to create the very first Christmas card. This innovative creation marked the beginning of a cherished tradition that continues to this day. Meanwhile, in literature, Charles Dickens released his timeless masterpiece "A Christmas Carol. " The iconic scene where Scrooge sees Marley's face serves as a haunting reminder of redemption and transformation during the holiday season. As Scrooge encounters the ghostly presence of Marley and later embarks on an extraordinary journey with three spirits, readers are reminded of the power of compassion and second chances. Amidst these literary wonders, Dickensian parties became all the rage. People embraced elaborate celebrations inspired by Victorian England, complete with lavish decorations and costumes reminiscent of Mr Fezziwig's ball from "A Christmas Carol. " These gatherings brought joy and merriment to all who attended. While festivities abounded, it was also a time for reflection on social issues. Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim emerged as symbols representing those less fortunate during this period. Their story touched hearts worldwide, shedding light on societal inequalities while emphasizing empathy towards one another. Beyond literature and social consciousness, other notable events occurred in 1843. Samuel Hahnemann revolutionized medicine with his groundbreaking work as a German physician. His contributions paved the way for modern medical practices that continue to save lives today. Furthermore, construction began on Bell Rock Lighthouse near Arbroath in Scotland—a remarkable feat showcasing human ingenuity against nature's forces. This architectural marvel stands tall even today as a testament to perseverance and innovation. Lastly but not least important is Princess Alice's enchanting encounter with Grand Duke Louis of Hesse in 1843—an event that would shape their future together forevermore. The year 1843 encapsulates an era filled with creativity, inspiration from Charles Dickens' masterpieces like "A Christmas Carol, " the birth of the Christmas card, and societal progress.