1874 Collection (page 57)

Paris Fashions for 1874
Dresses with single, trained skirts with tablier fronts in 2 colours. Ruffs are worn. The polonaise is replaced by a basque on a jacket bodice or a large sash tied over a bustle

Steamboat Wheelhouse
The pilot-house of Great Republic one of the best- known of the Mississippi paddle-steamers

West African Game: Warry
A crowd gathers to watch two people play the West African game of wharri

Badminton in India 1874
Two couples enjoy a game of badminton in India

DIORAMA
At its simplest, the diorama consists of one or more pictures wound on a spool which is turned to give the spectators the illusion of passing through a landscape

Multiple Light Source
The Dancing Devil illusion is created by using multiple lights to project the image onto a screen, where spectators see it replicated

Optical Illusion / Ghost
An optical illusion on stage give the effect of a ghost on stage during a play

Moy & Shills Project
MOY AND SHILLs PROJECT An elaborate machine with massive propellors and relatively small wings

Churchills Wedding Day
WINSTON CHURCHILL Miss Clementine Hozier getting out of the carriage, on the day of her marriage to Winston Churchill

Marconi (Simpson)
GUGLIELMO MARCONI Italian inventor in 1907

Marconi (Empire)
GUGLIELMO MARCONI Italian inventor

Marconi Potin Coll
GUGLIELMO MARCONI Italian inventor

Marconi on Phone
GUGLIELMO MARCONI Italian inventor, in the cabin of the Electra, establishing the radio link to Australia, 1930

Marconi (Cig. Card 1)
GUGLIELMO MARCONI Italian inventor, and his wireless installation

Hospital Ship
The Dreadnought hospital-ship leaving her moorings

Excursion Bill
Handbill announcing a two-day trip from Bradford to London, for the purpose of visiting the International Exhibition. A third class return ticket costs ten shilling

Paris Bus Interior
A fine mixture of types taking a journey in a Paris omnibus

Advert / Railway Station
The walls of the station are a gigantic billboard for medical items, travel, insurance, billiards, Cooks Tours, sherry, and more beside

Studying Paris Menu 1874
A rather portly customer studies the menu in a Paris restaurant

Childrens Party / Lantern
Entertainment at a childrens party: a magic lantern show

Oakum Shed / Prison / 1874
Inmates are supervised as they pick oakum

AMERIQUE STEAMSHIP
The French Transatlantic Companys steamship Amerique towed into Plymouth by tugs

Peacocks and Peahens
One peacock perches on a bough, letting its tail droop while another puts on a show, one peahen shows interest but the others peck for food. (Pavo cristatus)

Steam Fire-Boat / 1874
A fire-boat designed and constructed by Merryweathers for the River Wear Commissioners. The pumps could throw any type of water, however muddy or salty

Canal Folk Take Tea / 1876
Canal Life: Tea-time on a Monkey Boat

Guizot Speaking
FRANCOIS-PIERRE-GUILLAUME GUIZOT - French statesman, depicted in Napoleonic stance, addressing an audience. When he fell from favour, he took to writing history

Mr. Mrs Churchill
WINSTON CHURCHILL with his wife, clementine

Eads Bridge, St Louis
The newly-built Eads Bridge over the Mississippi at St Louis, Missouri

Herbert Hoover 20C
HERBERT HOOVER 31st US President (1929-33)

Millard Fillmore 19C
MILLARD FILLMORE 13th American President (1850-53)

Christmas Dream 1874
A girl, wrapped up warm in coat, muff, hat & scarf, despite sitting by the fire, dreams of the delights of Christmas to come. Imps play with puddings & crackers

Bizet Photo
GEORGES BIZET French musician, composer of Carmen and others, in 1874

Churchill Young
WINSTON CHURCHILL - the young statesman as an MP at the outset of his career

St Petersburg Opera
The view from the Imperial Box at the St Petersburg Opera House during a gala performance

Little Rock Riot 1874
Rioters evacuate the State House at Little Rock, Ark. during riots inspired by South -erners claim to be unjustly taxed by the Federal Govt. (and other grievances)

New Orleans Demo 1874
Riots in New Orleans, against the treatment of the South by the Federal government, lead to violence and intervention by the President

Hugo Von Hofmannsthal
HUGO VON HOFMANNSTHAL Austrian writer

Cook / Katie King Photo 3
Katie King manifests at the home of Sir William Crookes

Cook / Katie King Photo 2
Katie King among sitters at the home of Sir W Crookes : curiously, the two in the photo are both looking away from the spirit who seems to be kneeling on a small table

Lacing up Master
A gentleman is laced into his corset by his valet

Churchill / Boer War / Menpe
WINSTON CHURCHILL British statesman and author as a Boer War correspondent

Churchill / Vanity Fairspy
WINSTON CHURCHILL British statesman and author

Judge Edmonds
JOHN WORTH EDMONDS American judge and spiritualist

Card - John Bull
John bull with clowns

Card - Mr Christmas
Triumphant return of Mr Christmas

Thomas Binney / Vanityfair
THOMAS BINNEY English clergyman and noted pulpit orator

Pudding Consequences
Christmas pudding...and its consequences!

De Groof Accident
DE GROOF launches himself from a balloon over Cremorne Gardens, London, but his device lets him down... fatally

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"1874: A Year of Icons and Exploration" In 1874, the world witnessed a myriad of remarkable events and individuals that left an indelible mark on history. From the picturesque Isle of Wight captured in a stunning map to Winston Churchill defiantly flashing the V sign, this year was filled with captivating moments. One such moment was the iconic portrait of Charles Darwin by Leonard, showcasing the brilliant mind behind evolutionary theory. Meanwhile, another future leader emerged as young Winston Churchill embarked on his journey towards shaping the world. The realm of arts flourished too, with Gustav Holst's mesmerizing composition "Lambert" enchanting audiences worldwide. Simultaneously, Richard Wagner's masterpiece "Götterdämmerung" captivated hearts and minds with its grandeur and emotional depth. Across oceans, Claude Monet skillfully immortalized a sailboat at Petit-Gennevilliers through his masterful brushstrokes in oil on canvas – a testament to his artistic genius. Amidst these cultural milestones stood Thomas Baines' awe-inspiring depiction of The Black Rhinoceros Charging - an image that both fascinated and instilled respect for nature's power. Exploration took center stage as Ernest Shackleton ventured into uncharted territories. His graphic portrayal showcased not only his bravery but also humanity's insatiable thirst for discovery. Traveling further eastward brought us face-to-face with The King of Ashantis Palace at Kumasi in 1874 – a glimpse into African heritage and regal splendor that continues to fascinate even today. As time marched forward, Winston Churchill resurfaced once more in May 1915 during World War I – reminding us all of his unwavering determination amidst adversity. Indeed, 1874 was an extraordinary year where maps unfolded secrets waiting to be discovered; where great minds like Darwin challenged our understanding; where art transcended boundaries; where nature's majesty and human resilience intertwined.