1863 Collection (page 5)

Norman Peebles, Esq
A portrait oil painting of Norman Gordon Peebles, 1863 - 1923, an architect who designed the dome of the State Library of Victoria, Australia. Date: circa 1922

Sunset in Ireland
A landscape etching of a narrow, winding river during sunset in Ireland. Date: 1863

Edward, Prince of Wales, and Princess Alexandra
Edward, Prince of Wales and Princess Alexandra, later King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. Date: circa 1863

Faked American Civil War photograph
Early photography: a soldier lies dead between two boulders with his gun resting on the rocks. Supposedly taken at the Battle of Gettysburg, but later found to be posed for propaganda. Date: 1863

Queen Victoria in Family Photograph 1863
Queen Victoria shown with members of her family shortly after the wedding of the Prince and Princess of Wales, with a mourning bust of her late husband in the centre. (left) Prince Albert

ERNEST RENAN (1823 - 1892), French philosopher who specialised in religious subjects, photographed just after the publication of his Vie de Jesus (1863)

When a donkey brays, humans clap their hands to their ears and even dogs look up in surprise Date: 1863

PERE LACHAISE/BAYOT
Pere Lachaise cemetery - from the East Date: 1863

WATER BABIES/KINGSLEY
"At last he came to the great sea-serpent himself, lying dead at the bottom." Date: First published: 1863

POLAND/CZESTOCHOWA
The monastery of Czestochowa which houses the sacred shrine of the Virgin Mary. Date: 1863

A shell lands in the Confederate trenches during the American Civil War Date: January 1863

The new foyer at the Theatre Francais, 1863. Portrait of Mme. de R. Woman in cream crinoline dress with purple mantle
5913092 The new foyer at the Theatre Francais, 1863. Portrait of Mme. de R. Woman in cream crinoline dress with purple mantle, bonnet with yellow ribbon

Dante, guided by Virgil, in third gulf of the eighth circle, observes those guilty of simony suffering burning
536436 Dante, guided by Virgil, in third gulf of the eighth circle, observes those guilty of simony suffering burning, buried head first with just legs and feet exposed

Rear Adm. David Glasgow Farragut, U. S. N. 1863 (photo)
677847 Rear Adm. David Glasgow Farragut, U.S.N. 1863 (photo) by Harris & Ewing (1905-45); (add.info.: Rear Adm. David Glasgow Farragut, U.S.N; "Damn the Torpedoes)

The marriage of the Prince of Wales, later Edward VII, in 1863 to Alexandra of Denmark
3062074 The marriage of the Prince of Wales, later Edward VII, in 1863 to Alexandra of Denmark. by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edward VII, 1841-1910)

American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Gettysburg 1-3 July 1863. Heaviest US casualties in any other in the war
528252 American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Gettysburg 1-3 July 1863. Heaviest US casualties in any other in the war. Last stand of the Army of Virginia, commanded by General Lee'. Oil

American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Gettysburg 1-3 July 1863 which ended Lee's invasion of the North
528251 American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Gettysburg 1-3 July 1863 which ended Lee's invasion of the North. Heaviest US casualties than in any other in the war. Oil, 1865/1895

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304613 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304580 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304583 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)
5304539 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); (add.info)

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304596 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304594 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304602 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet
5304615 Illustration by Gustave Dore for Le Capitaine Fracasse by Pierre Theophile Gautier (1811-1872)French, Writer, poet, painter, art critic

Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Italian poet: Inferno first part of his Divina Commedia (Divine Comedy)
531187 Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) Italian poet: Inferno first part of his Divina Commedia (Divine Comedy) illustrated by Gustave Dore 1863

Opening of Baxter Park Dundee 9th September 1863, 19th century (colour litho)
6198852 Opening of Baxter Park Dundee 9th September 1863, 19th century (colour litho) by McFarlane, William Husband (1805-75); 28.5x48.8 cm; The McManus, Dundee

Buphus Comatus, c. 1862-3 (hand-coloured lithographed plate)
985977 Buphus Comatus, c.1862-3 (hand-coloured lithographed plate) by Gould, John (1804-81) & Richter, Henry Constantine (1821-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buphus Comatus)

Ludgate Hill railway bridge, St Pauls Cathedral, Illustrated London News
Scanned directly from The Illustrated London News, Saturday November 14, 1863

Searching for Survivors, 1863 (oil on canvas)
1195783 Searching for Survivors, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900); 60.2x58.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Solomon Receiving Presents from the Queen of Sheba, c. 1863-4 (vellum)
1196885 Solomon Receiving Presents from the Queen of Sheba, c.1863-4 (vellum) by Qajar School (19th century); 7.9x10.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Persian, out of copyright

View from the Castle Hill, Looking Towards Monte Skopo, Zante, 1863 (lithograph)
986184 View from the Castle Hill, Looking Towards Monte Skopo, Zante, 1863 (lithograph) by Lear, Edward (1812-88); Private Collection; (add.info.: View from the Castle Hill)

Seven Miles to Salem, 1863 (oil on canvas)
650860 Seven Miles to Salem, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Durrie, George Henry (1820-63); 66x91.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Seven Miles to Salem. George Henry Durrie (1822-1863). Oil on canvas

Petrogale Xanthopus (yellow-footed rock-wallaby), 1845-1863 (hand-coloured lithograph)
991244 Petrogale Xanthopus (yellow-footed rock-wallaby), 1845-1863 (hand-coloured lithograph) by English School, (19th century); 56.3x38.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Look Out for the Engine While the Bell Rings, 1863 (oil on canvas)
822751 Look Out for the Engine While the Bell Rings, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Brown, John George (1831-1913); 41x66.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Look Out for the Engine While the Bell Rings)

Georges Feydeau (1863) (b / w photo)
5219899 Georges Feydeau (1863) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Georges Feydeau (1863)

The Horse Fair, 1863 (oil on canvas)
827941 The Horse Fair, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Friedrich, Adolf (1824-1889); 68x112.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Horse Fair. Gustav Adolf Friederich (1824-1889). Oil on canvas

Trial Trip on the Underground Railway, 1863 (engraving)
3636915 Trial Trip on the Underground Railway, 1863 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trial Trip on the Underground Railway, 1863)

Francois Ferdinand, Archiduc D Autriche, 1863 (b / w photo)
5201327 Francois Ferdinand, Archiduc D Autriche, 1863 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francois Ferdinand, Archiduc D Autriche, 1863)

Croque-Mitaine; 1863 illustration, by Gustave Dore (1832 - 1883); French artist
5617068 Croque-Mitaine; 1863 illustration, by Gustave Dore (1832 A- 1883); French artist, printmaker, illustrator. Croque-Mitaine (The bogeyman)

Lewis Carroll (b / w photo)
5668963 Lewis Carroll (b/w photo) by Rejlander, Oscar Gustav (1813-1875); (add.info.: Victorian photograph taken by Oscar Gustave Rejlander (1813-1875). Photograph of original cabinet card

Some Sea-side Fashions for 1863 (coloured engraving)
2818065 Some Sea-side Fashions for 1863 (coloured engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some Sea-side Fashions for 1863)

Royal Marriage Festivities at Christchurch, New Zealand (Marriage of Edward, Prince of Wales to Princess Alexandra of Denmark). Date: 1863

Her Majesty the Queen and the Late Mr John Brown, from a Photograph taken in 1863 (engraving)
2785376 Her Majesty the Queen and the Late Mr John Brown, from a Photograph taken in 1863 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Monument Church Company fire, Santiago de Chile
Vintage 19th century photograph: monument to the victims of the the Church of the Company fire, Santiago de Chile. The Church of the Company Fire (8 December 1863)

Field Marshal Colin Campbell, 1st Baron Clyde
Vintage 19th century photograph: Field Marshal Colin Campbell, 1st Baron Clyde, GCB, KCSI (20 October 1792 - 14 August 1863), was a British Army officer

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In 1863, the world witnessed a myriad of significant events and remarkable individuals that left an indelible mark on history. General Lee and General Jackson stood before Chancellorsville, strategizing their next move in the midst of the US Civil War. Lloyd George's captivating portrait graced the pages of Vanity Fair, showcasing his influential presence. The allure of Monte Carlo Casino and Cafe de Paris beckoned visitors to indulge in opulence and excitement in Monaco. Meanwhile, PCWR3P-00006 captured a moment frozen in time, preserving memories for generations to come. Joaquin Sorolla's masterpiece "Children on the Beach" evoked nostalgia and innocence amidst turbulent times. The Irish Brigade memorial stood tall on Little Round Top at Gettysburg battlefield, honoring those who fought valiantly for their beliefs. George Morris mesmerized audiences as he skillfully rang eight bells with unparalleled precision. CHARLES BAUDELAIRE's enigmatic gaze was immortalized by Etienne Carjat's lens, capturing the essence of a visionary French poet. The Battle of Chancellorsville raged fiercely as lives were lost and destinies forever altered. Cervantes' Don Quixote found solace within his library walls while embarking on whimsical adventures through literature. A spirit photograph taken by illusionist Henri Robin intrigued minds with its double exposure technique—a testament to human fascination with otherworldly realms. And finally, General Meade led his council of war at Gettysburg—decisions made here would shape the course of history. Amidst these diverse moments from 1863 emerged tales that intertwined bravery, artistry, intellectuality, and resilience—a year that encapsulated both triumphs and tribulations etched into our collective memory forevermore.