1879 Collection (#72)

PSCI2A-00050
Thomas Alva Edison in 1879. Hand-colored woodcut of a drawing by Francis Lathrop

The Duchess of Connaught on her wedding day
Princess Louise Margaret of Prussia in her wedding attire. She married Prince Arthur, Duke of Connaught and Strathearn at St. Georges Chapel, Windsor. Date: 13th March 1879

Double page spread in a diary for 14-19 February
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 14-19 February. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Double page spread in a diary for 20-25 April
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 20-25 April. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Double page spread in a diary for 9-14 January
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 9-14 January. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Double page spread in a diary for 12-17 August
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 12-17 August. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Double page spread in a diary for 13-18 June
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 13-18 June. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Double page spread in a diary for 13-18 July
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 13-18 July. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Gladstone and the Midlothian Campaign - Waiting his Arrival
Front cover of the ILN depicting people awaiting the arrival at West Calder railway station of four-times Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone on his tour of Midlothian during a US-style campaign

Street scene near Bristol harbour, Bristol
A street scene near Bristol harbour, Bristol, with horses and carts in the foreground. Tramlines can be seen in the roadway

Holborn Union Infirmary, Highgate, North London
Aerial view of the Holborn Union Infirmary, Archway Road, Highgate, North London. The infirmary, which was opened in 1879, was designed by Henry Saxon Snell

Ward at Holborn Union Infirmary, Highgate, London
Interior of a ward at the Holborn Union Infirmary, Archway Road, Highate, North London, designed by Henry Saxon Snell and opened in 1879

Sketches at Wimbledon 1879
Sketches at the Championship lawn tennis match, Wimbledon by Harry Furniss. Vignettes of the final round of the tennis matches and the attending spectators

An Attack in the Rear
A mischievous young boy hides behind a pillar waiting to throw the snowballs that hes carrying at the next unsuspecting passer-by

Cricket under Difficulties
A large group of school boy cricketers manhandle a poor fellow student, wrapping a cricket net around their victim

The Zulu War Inside the Laager at Ginghilovo
Sailors from HMS Shah defend the laager at Ginghilovo during a Zulu attack

Paul Nicole / Gill
Paul Nicole (born 1833) Author and Public cultural exhibition promotor including that of the Crystal Palace of St. Cloud (1879). A fond conjuror

Emperor Taisho / Stamp
EMPEROR TAISHO of Japan. 123rd emperor of Japan, reigning from 1912, until his death in 1926

A lady at the opera
A well-dressed, smiling young lady, wearing a hat with feathery plumes, looks out of her opera box, a glove in one hand, mask in the other

Skinning a Rabbit for Dinner
A housewife, determined to take on the domestic duties that their servant currently carries out, gets to grips with skinning a rabbit for dinner

Sunday Afternoon in a Picture Gallery, 1879
Engraving showing a group of Victorian Britons admiring the paintings in an art gallery, 1879. This image was originally entitled Sunday Afternoon in a Picture Gallery and was drawn from life

Penstock Chamber in Londons Sewers, 1879
Engraving showing the large metal door of a Penstock Chamber, somewhere in the sewers underneath London, 1879

A Camp during Zulu War
A British soldier waiting and watching from a fortified camp in Zululand during the Zulu war

Surviving officers of the Battle of Trafalgar
This is an engraving of the surviving officers of the Battle of Trafalgar, fought on 21 October 1805. They are from left to right, Admiral Spencer Smith, Commander William Vicary, Admiral W. W

Alleyns Almshouses, Southwark, London, c. 1840
Engraving showing the exterior of Alleyns Almshouses in Southwark, London, sketched in 1840

The Fortune Theatre, Cripplegate, London, c. 1840
Engraving showing the exterior of the Fortune Theatre, in St. Giles, Cripplegate, London, sketched in 1840

Elephant and Castle, London, 18th Century
Engraving showing the cross-roads at Elephant and Castle, South London, in the early 18th century. This picture, after Richardsons drawing, shows cattle being herded, horses

Nancy Astor, c. 1920
Photographic portrait of Viscountess Nancy Astor (1879-1964), the British politician, pictured c.1920

Ethel Barrymore (1879-1959)
Photographic portrait of Ethel Barrymore (1879-1959), the American actress, pictured at the beginning of the 20th century

Jeanne Samary, 1879
Engraved portrait of Jeanne Samary, the French actress, pictured in 1879 when playing with the Comedie Francaise

Waldorf Astor, c. 1910
Photographic portrait of Waldorf Astor, 2nd Viscount Astor (1879-1952), the British politician and businessman

Nancy Astor, c. 1928
Photographic portrait of Viscountess Nancy Astor (1879-1964), the British politician, pictured c.1928

Sophie Croizette, 1879
Engraved portrait of Sophie Croizette, the French actress, pictured in 1879

Sarah Bernhardt, 1879
Engraved portrait of Sarah Bernhardt (1844-1923), the French actress who was christened Sarah-Marie-Henriette Rosine Bernard

Henry Hinchliffe Ainley (1879-1945) English Shakespearean stage and screen actor

Myers Great Hippodrome Circus, 1879
Illustration showing a number of scenes from Myers Great Hippodrome circus of 1879. The main image (at bottom) shows the Grand Parade of All Nations

Emigration. From New to Old England, in the Iman Steamer. Ho
Engraving of the crew on deck in heavy rain scrubbing the decks with brushes

Emigration. From New to Old England, in the Inman Steamer. T
Engraving of a group of passengers playing deck quoits as they return to England from America

Emigration. From New to Old England, in the Inman Steamer C
Interior of the steam ship, engraving shows a small gathering in the saloon for a religious service lead by the Captain of the ship

Photographing the Couple
A wedding party at the photographer s

The Dutch Arctic Expedition at Zeeuwsche Uitkyk, North Spitz
Engraving showing members of the Dutch Arctic Expedition ashore at Zeeuwsche Uitkyk, North Spitzbergen during 1878. The expeditions schooner Willem Barents can be seen in the background

W. E. Gladstone addressing the University of Glasgow, 1879
Engraving showing William Ewart Gladstone (1809-1898), the English Liberal statesman, delivering his address as Lord Rector of the University of Glasgow

Margaret Wintringham (1879-1955)
Photograph of Margaret Wintringham, Independent Liberal MP for Louth between 1921 and 1924. Wintringham was the first British-born woman to take a seat in the House of Commons

The Eddystone Lighthouse, 1879
Engraving of the Eddystone lighthouse built by Smeaton in 1759 and the foundations of the new lighthouse, designed by Sir James Douglass

South Africa Zulu Villag
Village of the Ring-Kop people, members of the Zulu race

The Stone-Cutting Establishment at Oreston, with part of the
Engraving of the Prince of Wales visiting the Oreston granite quarry, viewing part of the masonry for the new Eddystone Lighthouse, August 1879

Mr Burke, war photographer
Preparing a composition for a portrait of the Ameer Yakoob Khan at Gandmak

Proposed Eddystone Lighthouse, 1879
Engraving of the new Eddystone Lighthouse that Sir James Douglass had designed, 1879. The foundations of the old lighthouse had eroded and the replacement was completed in 1882

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"1879: A Year of Triumphs, Tragedies, and Transformations" In 1879, the world witnessed a series of remarkable events that left an indelible mark on history. From political upheavals to architectural marvels, this year was truly one for the books. One notable figure who emerged during this time was Leon Trotsky. In 1920, he rose to prominence as a key leader in the Russian Revolution, shaping the course of history with his revolutionary ideals. Meanwhile, in the realm of sports, Aston Villa FC made its debut. This iconic football club would go on to become one of England's most successful teams and etch their name into sporting folklore. Amidst these triumphs stood four majestic structures - the Eddystone Lighthouses. These beacons guided countless ships through treacherous waters and symbolized mankind's unwavering determination to conquer nature's challenges. On a more spiritual note, Bernadette experienced an apparition captured anonymously in a photograph. This ethereal encounter sparked awe and wonder among believers worldwide. Across continents, Wall Street became synonymous with financial prowess as bulls and bears battled it out in William H. Beard's allegorical painting titled "Bulls and Bears in the Market. " This artwork depicted both hope and despair within America's bustling economic landscape. The Zulu War at Rorke’s Drift showcased bravery against all odds as British soldiers defended their position against overwhelming enemy forces – a testament to human resilience even amidst chaos. Closer to home shores stood Lumley Castle – an architectural gem that has stood tall since 1879 – reminding us of our rich heritage preserved through time. In Ireland’s County Mayo came another mystical occurrence known as the Apparition at Knock. The faithful flocked there seeking solace from divine intervention while witnessing something beyond comprehension. Not forgetting technological advancements; Eddystone Lighthouse underwent significant development from its humble wooden structure in 1696 to its modern form in 1879.