1860 1869 Collection (#8)

Family Tea
circa 1865: Two children enjoying a afternoon tea at home with their father. London Stereoscopic Company Comic Series - 375 (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Sewing Sisters
circa 1865: Two sisters sitting at a sewing machine with a harp placed in the background. London Stereoscopic Company Comic Series - 272 (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Victorian Servant
circa 1860: A Victorian servant carrying a tray. London Stereoscopic Company Comic Series (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Grand Novelist
1868: A close-up profile of English novelist Charles Dickens (1812 - 1870). (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Victorian Trio
circa 1860: A musical trio playing in their home. (Photo by London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Blockade Vessel
Confederate diplomats James Mason and John Slidell arrive at Southampton on La Plata during the Trent Affair, a diplomatic incident of the American Civil War, 1862. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Wall Street in 1860s
Engraving of a scene outside the New York Stock Exchange at the corner of Wall Street and Broad Street in downtown Manhattan, New York, New York, 1860s. (Photo by FPG/Getty Images)

Place De La Concorde
circa 1860: Traffic crossing the River Seine in Paris, in front of the Place and Hotel de la Concorde, formerly Place Louis XV, with the newly erected Obelisk from luxor as the centerpiece

Gateway To Music
circa 1860: Under the Gate of trifling pleasures. An archway in the Conservatoire de Musique in Paris? (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Paris Opera House
circa 1860: The Opera House in Paris. Original Artwork: Engraving by E Lebel after Michel-Charles Fichot (Photo by Henry Guttmann/Getty Images)

New Opera House
circa 1865: A projected view of the Paris Opera house based on an architects model by M Villemont. The building was designed by Charles Garnier and opened in 1875

Parisian Theatres
circa 1865: Top : Floor plan of the Theatre de l Odeon in Paris, designed by the architects Marie-Joseph Peyre and Charles de Wailly and built in 1782

Changing Paris
circa 1865: A street plan showing changes to be made to accommodate the new Paris Opera house, designed by architect Charles Garnier and opened in 1875

Rue St Antoine
circa 1860: The rue St Antoine in Paris. (Photo by William England/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

La Colonne De Juillet
circa 1860: La Colonne de Juillet on the Place de la Bastille at the end of Rue St Paul, Paris. (Photo by William England/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Rue De Rivoli
The rue de Rivoli in Paris. (Photo by William England/Getty Images)

Les Halles
The old market, Les Halles in Paris with a street cafe outside. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Paris Boulevard
Traffic on the famous Boulevard des Italiens in Paris. (Photo by Otto Herschan/Getty Images)

Cafe De La Cascade
Hotel de la Cascade in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris. (Photo by William England/Getty Images)

Hotel Site
Hotel de la Paix under construction in Paris. (Photo by William England/Getty Images)

Sewers Of Paris
Inside the Paris sewers with a central channel and railway trucks parked along the side. (Photo by Nadar/Getty Images)

Paris Exhibition Hall
An aerial view, from the official design, of the Paris Exhibition Hall on the bank of the Seine in Paris. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Retail First
The Maison Du Bon Marche in Paris, the worlds first department store, founded by Aristide Boucicaut. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

French Traffic
circa 1860: Traffic on the Boulevard des Italiens in Paris. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Gare De L Est
circa 1860: A busy street outside the Gare de L Est in Paris. (Photo by William England/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Paris Boulevard
circa 1860: Boulevard de Strasbourg, Paris, with the Gare de l est at the end. (Photo by William England/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Balloon Rides
4th October 1863: French caricaturist, writer, portrait photographer, balloonist and showman Gaspard Felix Tournachon Nadar (1820 - 1910) flies his giant balloon, Le Geant

Paris Panorama
circa 1860: A view over Paris with the Pont Louis Philippe in the foreground. The bridge crosses the River Seine, via the Ile Saint Louis. The Pantheon is on the horizon

Palais De Justice
1860: The Conciergerie and Palais de Justice, on the Ile de La Cite in Paris, overlooking the River Seine. (Photo by William England/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Japanese In Costume
1866: A Japanese group in national dress, photographed in Paris. (Photo by Paul Nadar/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Mormon Traders
circa 1869: Mormons at Salt Lake City, Utah. They are gathered under a sign advertising jewellery from London and Paris. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

New Hotel
circa 1860: The Hotel de la Paix, Paris under construction. (Photo by William England/London Stereoscopic Company/Getty Images)

Tuileries Party
A ball in the Jardins des Tuileries, Paris, held in honour of Tsar Alexander II of Russia and King William I of Prussia, 1868. By Jules Pelcoq. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Les Halles
An early-morning view of Les Halles, the wholesale marketplace in the 1er arrondissement of Paris, circa 1860. The market was demolished in 1971

Champs Elysees
A view down the Champs Elysees in Paris, from the top of the Arc de Triomphe, circa 1860. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Place Du Carrousel
The Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel on the Place du Carrousel in Paris, circa 1860. The Palais des Tuileries, which burnt down in 1871, stands behind

Latest Paris Fashions
Two ladies wearing the latest Paris fashions, 1867. From a supplement to The Queen magazine, pub. 2nd November 1867. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Parisian Womens Fashion
Color illustration of Parisian womens fashion, published inPetersons Ladies Magazine in February 1862. (Photo by Archive Photos/Getty Images)

Nadars Balloon
Nadars giant air balloon over Paris, 1863. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Lithograph of a saloon w / men drinking and eating, NYC, c. 1853
Lithograph of a saloon with men drinking and eating, NYC, c. 1853 (photo by Kean Collection/Getty Images)

US Flag Above Independence Hall, PA, 1861
Illustration depicting the raising of the American flag above Independence Hall, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, from the cover of Harpers Weekly, March 9, 1861. (Kean Collection/Getty Images)

Familiar Face
A woman wearing a headdress and an elaborate dress gazes at her reflection in a mirror. Original Artwork: Albumen print (Photo by Henry Guttmann/Getty Images)

Paddle Your Own Canoe
The Lady of the Lake, from the book by Sir Walter Scott, steadies her boat by resting an oar on the bank. Original Artwork: Engraving by Thomas Brown after Robert Herdman RSA

Village Choir
19th December 1863: A village choir rehearsing the Christmas Anthem from a drawing by A Hunt. Original Publication: Illustrated London News - Christmas - pub

Cherbourg Fireworks
1865: A firework display in the inner harbour of Cherbourg, in honour of the British Channel Squadron. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Royal Academy
circa 1860: A performance at the Academie Royale de Musique (Royal Academy of Music) in Paris, now the Paris Opera. Original Artwork: Engraving by Fenner Sears after J Nash

Glasgow Close
circa 1860: Close No 65, High Street, Glasgow. Original Artwork: Photogravure by J C Annan of circa 1900, made from negatives of the 1860s belonging to his father or brother

Neo-Classical Villa
The interior of a palace styled after an ancient Roman villa, circa 1865. Possibly the house of Napoleon III in Paris. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

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"Exploring the World: A Glimpse into the 1860s" Step back in time with this captivating collection of artifacts from the 1860s. Delve into history as you admire an antique map of Ireland, tracing its intricate details and imagining the stories it holds. As your journey continues, encounter General Ulysses S. Grant amidst his service during The American Civil War, a true symbol of strength and leadership. Marvel at an opera house plan, envisioning grand performances that once graced its elegant halls. Expand your horizons further with an antique map of Scotland, allowing your imagination to wander through its picturesque landscapes and rich heritage. Feel the patriotic fervor as you gaze upon an American Civil War poster, capturing a pivotal moment in our nation's history. Venture eastward with an antique map of India, immersing yourself in its vibrant culture and diverse landscapes. Explore ancient Jerusalem through a mesmerizing engraving that juxtaposes past and present. Discover the wonders of Ancient Greece through another exquisite antique map; let it transport you to legendary cities like Athens and Sparta. Follow in the footsteps of the Israelites with a captivating engraving depicting their wandering journey across vast lands. Experience Caribbean charm with a vintage map showcasing West India Islands' allure during the 1860s - imagine turquoise waters lapping against pristine shores under clear blue skies. Pause for reflection at Walden Pond – immerse yourself in Thoreau's world where simplicity reigns supreme amidst nature's beauty. And finally, marvel at an early washing machine invention that revolutionized household chores forever. These treasures from yesteryear offer glimpses into different corners of our world during this transformative decade - sparking curiosity about bygone eras while reminding us how far we have come today.