1854 Collection (page 5)

Women on the fashionable rue de Richelieu, Paris, 1854
Woman in fur-lined cape and muff over a wide crinoline, with another woman in ridiing wear. A smart corner of the rue de Richelieu, the East Indian Companys warehouse, Paris, 1854

The last of the boulevard lions, 1853. Fashionable people outside Tortonis ice cream cafe. Dandies in top hats, jacquettes and striped pants

A smart corner of the rue de Richelieu, the East Indian Companys warehouse in 1854, 1898 (litho)
5913083 A smart corner of the rue de Richelieu, the East Indian Companys warehouse in 1854, 1898 (litho) by Courboin, Francois (1865-1926); (add.info)

Mountain Brook Mink, c. 1849-1854 (hand-finished colour lithograph)
985863 Mountain Brook Mink, c.1849-1854 (hand-finished colour lithograph) by Audubon, John Woodhouse (1812-62) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mountain Brook Mink)

Jersey City with a Glimpse of New York From the Bergen Canal, 1854 (watercolour
985356 Jersey City with a Glimpse of New York From the Bergen Canal, 1854 (watercolour, pencil and gouache on paper) by Miller

View of the Fort and Town, Calcutta, 1854 (pencil and w / c)
1196937 View of the Fort and Town, Calcutta, 1854 (pencil and w/c) by D Oyly, Major General Sir Charles Walters (1822-1900); 30.9x46.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: D Oyly)

Ouizero-Taitou, Imperatrice D Abyssinie (1854) (b / w photo)
5219642 Ouizero-Taitou, Imperatrice D Abyssinie (1854) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ouizero-Taitou, Imperatrice D Abyssinie (1854)

Francois de Curel (1854) (b / w photo)
5219888 Francois de Curel (1854) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francois de Curel (1854)

Still Life with Fruit, 1854 (oil on canvas)
650617 Still Life with Fruit, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Roesen, Severin (c.1820-72); 76.5x100.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Still Life with Fruit. Severin Roesen (ca.1815-1872). Oil on canvas

Square of the Tartars, Bahceka, 1854 (bodycolour)
658692 Square of the Tartars, Bahceka, 1854 (bodycolour) by Bossoli, Carlo (1815-84); 112x157 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Square of the Tartars, Bahceka. Carlo Bossoli (1815-1884)

Ramphastos Toco (Common Toucan), 1852-1854 (hand-coloured lithograph)
986429 Ramphastos Toco (Common Toucan), 1852-1854 (hand-coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); 54.6x37.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ramphastos Toco (Common Toucan)

Ramphastos Toco (Common or Toco Toucan), 1852-1854 (hand-coloured lithograph)
986198 Ramphastos Toco (Common or Toco Toucan), 1852-1854 (hand-coloured lithograph) by Gould, John (1804-81) & Richter, Henry Constantine (1821-1902) (after)

Sunflower (Helianthus), 1854 (hand-coloured engraving)
986119 Sunflower (Helianthus), 1854 (hand-coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); 38.7x23 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sunflower (Helianthus)

A Salmon, a Mackerel, a Lobster on a Plate, a Wicker Basket, Oysters
824174 A Salmon, a Mackerel, a Lobster on a Plate, a Wicker Basket, Oysters, a Chianti Bottle and a Fishermans Net on a Wooden Table, 1854 (oil on canvas) by Stannard

Sailing ship, May it watch over you. 1854

HMS Wellington, Royal Navy ship, 131 guns
HMS Wellington, Royal Navy ship with 131 guns. 1854

HMS Albert, Royal Navy ship, 131 guns
HMS Albert, Royal Navy ship with 131 guns. 1854

Conversazione of educational exhibition, St. Martins Hall
Prince Albert stopping by the Norway stand at the Educational Exhibition, held at St. Martins Hall in July 1854. 1854

Electric telegraph used in Crimean War, 1854
Electric telegraph used in the Crimean War, 1854. The plough for laying the wire. The wire is deposited by a subsoil plough in the ground

Advert, wrought-iron fireproof safes and deed boxes
Advert, wrought-iron fireproof safes, deed boxes and cash boxes. 1854

Advert, Waterlows Patent Autographic Press
Advert, Waterlows Patent Improved Autographic Press or Portable Printing Machine for the counting house, office or library, by means of which every person may become his own printer. 1854

Advert, Waterlow & Sons, Patent Letter Copying Presses, mahogany stands, stationery cases, etc. 1854

Advert, W & J Sangster, Parasols, with various shops in London. 1854

Advert, Gorget patent self-adjusting shirt and elliptic coll
Advert, the Gorget patent self-adjusting shirt and elliptic collar, from Cooper and Fryer, next door to the Haymarket Theatre, London. 1854

Patent letter-copying presses. 1854

Cover design, Harry Coverdales Courtship
Part-work cover design, Harry Coverdales Courtship and all that came of it, by Frank E Smedley, illustrated by Phiz (Hablot Knight Browne), Part 1, Price one shilling. 1854

Music cover, The Cardigan Galop by Carl Hochst, dedicated to Major General The Earl of Cardigan, seen here galloping over a Russian gun emplacement at Balaclava during the Crimean War. 1854

Birmingham, Grand Central Railway Station 1854
The New Grand Central Railway station in Birmingham during the nineteenth century. Date: 1854

Georges Noblet, Artiste, 1854 (b / w photo)
5201717 Georges Noblet, Artiste, 1854 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Georges Noblet, Artiste, 1854)

St Anthonys Chapel in 1544 and 1854 (engraving)
5203170 St Anthonys Chapel in 1544 and 1854 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Anthonys Chapel in 1544 and 1854)

Tirailleurs on guard in the trenches, Battle of Inkerman
Tirailleurs (riflemen) on guard in the trenches during the Battle of Inkerman, Crimean War, 5 November 1854. 1854

Belfry House with tirailleurs, Battle of Inkerman, Crimea
Belfry House with tirailleurs (riflemen), and trenches on the right, Battle of Inkerman, Crimean War, 5 November 1854. 1854

Battle of Inkerman, Crimean War, 5 November 1854. 1854

Cartoon, Australia - Topsy Turvey or our Antipodes. 1854

"Andover, "the Winner of the Derby, 1854 (engraving)
1619052 " Andover, " the Winner of the Derby, 1854 (engraving) by Herring, Benjamin (1830-71); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Andover, " the Winner of the Derby, 1854)

The Garden Front of the Crystal Palace of 1854 (engraving)
1618953 The Garden Front of the Crystal Palace of 1854 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Garden Front of the Crystal Palace of 1854)

The Burning of Greytown 1854
In response to British taxing of ships using the Nicaragua route to California, the USS Cyane bombarded Greytown with little damage, before landing ashore and setting the town on fire

Queen Victorias farewell to the Duke of Wellington, 131 guns, Spithead, 11 March 1854. 1854

Charge of the Light Brigade, 25 October 1854, with a quotation from Tennysons poem. 1854

Battle of the Alma, September 1854
Battle of the Alma was, the Crimean War between an allied expeditionary force (made up of French, British, and Turkish forces) and Russian forces defending the Crimean Peninsula on 20 September 1854

London, Southwark & Blackfriars bridges 1854
Taken from the Surrey side of the River Thames, London, in 1854. Southwark and Blackfriars bridges, before Cannon Street Railway Bridge, opened in 1866 and Millennium Bridge in 2002. Date: 1854

Aqueduct of the Greek Emperors, near Pyrgo 1854
Aqueduct of the Emperor Valens, near Pyrgo. 1854

Anglo-French fleet entering the Sea of Marmora
The Anglo-French fleet entering the Sea of Marmora, Crimean War. 1854

Naval Operations, Cronstadt, Crimean War
Naval Operations, Cronstadt (Kronstadt) during the Crimean War. 1854

Opening of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham, 1854 (gravure)
1108307 Opening of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham, 1854 (gravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the Crystal Palace at Sydenham, 1854)

Selling mistletoe in streets 1854
Street trader selling mistletoe to passers by in the streets. Date: 1854

Gigantic Christmas tree at Crystal Palace 1854
The gigantic Christmas tree at Crystal Palace, Sydenham which occupied the central transept. The general design was carried out by Mr Hurwitz, loaded with a variety of ornaments and nicknacks

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In the year 1854, history witnessed a series of remarkable events that left an indelible mark on various fields. It was a time when bravery and heroism clashed with tragedy and suffering. One of the most iconic moments of this year was the Battle of Balaclava, forever etched in our memories by Gibb's painting. The Charge of the Light Brigade, led by the valiant 11th Hussars at Balaclava, showcased their unwavering courage amidst chaos and confusion. Amidst this turmoil emerged a beacon of hope - Florence Nightingale, known as "The Lady With The Lamp. " Her tireless efforts to care for wounded soldiers during the Crimean War brought comfort and solace to countless lives. Meanwhile, Lord Alfred Tennyson immortalized the Charge of the Light Brigade in his poem, capturing both its glory and tragic consequences. This wood engraving from a 19th-century edition serves as a visual testament to their sacrifice. Away from war-torn battlefields, Crystal Palace Park boasted its awe-inspiring dinosaur models. These restorations in The Wealden region provided visitors with glimpses into Earth's prehistoric past while marveling at these magnificent creatures. On another continent altogether, Ripon in Wisconsin became known as the birthplace of the Republican Party. A political movement that would shape American history had its humble beginnings here in 1854. Closer to home in East London stood Forest Gate Hospital—an aerial view revealing its significance as a medical facility during this era. It served as a haven for those seeking healing and care amidst challenging times. Grimsby's fish pontoon painted by Fortunio Matania showcases not only artistic talent but also highlights an important aspect of life during this period—a bustling fishing industry providing sustenance for many communities across Britain.