1885 Collection (#69)

Queen Victoria and Princess Beatrice at Osborne House
Engraving showing Queen Victoria at her writing desk in a room at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. Her youngest daughter Princess Beatrice is playing the piano nearby

Princess Beatrice visiting cottagers at Osborne
Engraving showing Princess Beatrice, Queen Victorias youngest daughter visiting the inhabitant of a cottage on the Osborne estate on the Isle of Wight

German Navy Ships in Port Louis, Mauritius, 1885
Engraving showing a squadron of German Navy ships at anchor in the harbour of Port Louis, Mauritius, 1885

Hyde Park 1885
Church Parade - fashionable people in the Park on Sunday morning

Garden Party on Hampstead Heath, 1885
Engraving showing a garden party on Hampstead Heath, given by the Hampstead Heath Extension Committee, 1885. At this time there was a proposal to extend Hampstead Heath by purchasing the adjacent

Municipal Corporations Jubilee Banquet, 1885
Engraving showing the Municipal Corporations Jubilee Banquet held at the Freemasons Tavern, 1885

Fire in Clerkenwell, London, 1885
Engraving showing an extremely large fire which raged in Clerkenwell, London, 1885. This image shows the moment when a large section of wall fell away and sent firemen running

Sir Julius Benedict, 1871
Engraved portrait of Sir Julius Benedict (1804-1885), the German composer, pictured in 1871

Baroness Burdett-Coutts, 1885
Photographic portrait of Baroness Angela Georgina Burdett-Coutts (1814-1906), the English philanthropist, pictured in 1885

Captain Frederick Burnaby on the Road to Khiva, 1875
Engraving showing Captain Frederick Burnaby (1842-1885), the English soldier and explorer, travelling, with a companion, across the Russian Steppes in the winter of 1875

James Hamilton, 2nd Marquis of Abercorn, 1866
Engraved portrait of James Hamilton (1811-1885), 2nd Marquis of Abercorn, later 1st Duke of Abercorn, pictured in 1866 when he was serving as Lord Lieutenant of Ireland

Sir Julius Benedict (1804-1885)
Photographic portrait of Sir Julius Benedict (1804-1885), the German composer, pictured c.1876

John Curtin, c1944
Photograph portrait of John Curtin (1885-1945), the Labor Prime Minister of Australia during the Second World War, pictured c.1944

The Battle of Gubat, Sudan, 1885
Engraving showing British infantry, firing in ranks, at the Battle of Gubat, Sudan, 19th January 1885

George Gibson (1885-1953) Chairman of the TUC from 1940-1941 and Director of the Bank of England from 1946-1948

Bulgarian Prisoners
Though generally defeated, the Serbians win a few battles : their Bulgarian prisoners are incarcerated in the fortress at Belgrade

Serb Soldiers Kiss Cross
Serbian soldiers kiss the Christian crucifix before invading Bulgaria. Sadly, it won t do them a spot of good, they will be soundly beaten and return home in gloom

Serbia Invades Bulgaria
When Rumelia revolts and unites with Bulgaria, the Serbs, encouraged by Austria, invade Bulgaria expecting an easy victory. Big mistake

Serb Fugitives
Serbian refugees from Pirot on their way to Palanka after defeat by the Bulgarians

Alexander at Silvnica
Prince Alexander of Bulgaria on the battlefield of Silvnica (aka Slivnitza) where his men will inflict a crushing defeat on the Serbs

Milan of Serbia
King Milan I of Serbia travels to the front, where he will take personal command of his army against the Bulgarians. Sadly, he will lead them to defeat, not victory

Battle of Brezenik
The Serbian invaders overcome Bulgarian resistance at Brezenik, but their triumph is short-lived, in a few days time they will be decisively crushed at Silvnica

Saddler and Harness Maker
An advertising calendar produced for C.Jacob of Huntingdon, saddler, harness and tack merchants, displaying their products around a picture of horses in harness

Home Rule Forgotten
Forgotten - While politicians enjoy themselves with other matters, the cause of Home Rule is neglected

Advertising calendar for a saddler, harness and collar maker
A design for an advertising calendar for Miller, manufacturers of equine tack manufacturers. The picture shows a horse shoe containing famous jockeys; Fred Archer, John Osborne, Fred Webb, J.Goater

C Vanderbilt / Anon Eng
CORNELIUS VANDERBILT II President of the New York and Harlem railroad; head of the Vanderbilt family (from 1885); grandson of Cornelius Vanderbilt

Guatemala / Antigua 1885
Entrance to the church of San Francesca with people milling about outside

General Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885)
Portrait of Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant, Commander in Chief of the Federal forces during the American Civil War, pictured in 1865. Grant later became 18th President of the USA

SS Ireland, 1885
Engraving of the City of Dubin Steam-Packet Companys Mail Paddle Steamship Ireland, shortly after its launch, 1885. This ship, built in the Laird Shipyard at Birkenhead

Fleet Street in election time showing the rush for newspapers as the new edition arrives off the printing presses

Australia Water Hole
A water-hole in the bush - the only water for 80 kilometres !

Fishing Up Lost Anchors, June 1885
Engraving of fishermen retrieving a lost anchor, from the Illustrated London News, 27th June 1885. Lost anchors often proved hazardous to fishermens nets

Rudges cycles
Advertisement for cycles and tricycles by D. Rudge & Co

Pakistan Bolan Pass
Looking down the pass which runs from Sibi to Quetta in Baluchistan : the British- built railway offers an alternative to the mule-train on the road

A Double-Seated Tricycle, 1885
Illustration of a couple riding a double-seated tricycle along a country lane. The original caption read: A Sociable Ride

Borax
A romantically styled ad for Borax antiseptic from 1885. Borax was used for a wide variety of household jobs being effective as an anti-bacterial, cleaning, fungicidal and bleaching agent

India Aurungabad
Bridge and gateway

Thin busts perfected
Advertisement for the ideal corset, manufactured by J. Evans and Co. of London, designed to beautify thin busts

Brazza in Africa / Congo
Brazzas explorations in equatorial Africa - he establishes a French presence in the Congo

Gr Minot / Nobel 1934
GEORGE RICHARDS MINOT American physician

Ow Holmes / Century 1885
OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES American writer as a young man

Christmas Carols in a Victorian Household, 1885
Engraving showing a wealthy Victorian family singing Christmas Carols in their sitting room. The original caption read My Childrens Christmas Carol

Bicycle Race at Lillie-Bridge, London, 1875
Engraving showing a race between G.P. Whiting (left) and G.N. Keith-Falconer, the best two amateur bicycle riders of the day, over a course of 25 miles at the Lillie-Bridge grounds, London

SERBIA NIS
(formerly k a Nish) A person - possibly a spy - lies contemplating the town from a distance

Louis Pasteur in his laboratory
Born in 1822, he studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

Louis Pasteur experimenting on a chloroformed rabbit
Born in 1822, he studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

Italy Portofino
Fishermen and holidaymakers on the beach at Portofino on the Italian Riviera

Colonel Francois de la Rocque, France, 1936
Photograph showing Colonel Francois de la Rocque (1885-1946), the leader of the French Nationalist group Croix de Feu, pictured in 1936

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"Step back in time to the year 1885, a fascinating era captured through various hints. D. H. Lawrence's literary genius begins to blossom as he takes his first steps towards becoming an iconic writer. A photograph freezes a moment in time, preserving memories for generations to come. General C Gordon's courageous spirit shines through a captivating color lithograph, showcasing his remarkable leadership skills. Amidst the vastness of the sea, the majestic Cutty Sark sails gracefully, symbolizing adventure and exploration. At Box Station in 1885, bustling with activity and anticipation, people embark on journeys that will shape their lives forever. The Native American warrior Geronimo stands tall as a symbol of strength and resilience against adversity. Lady Fern, True Maidenhair, and Holly Fern add beauty and elegance to nature's tapestry. In Scotland, curling enthusiasts gather on icy rinks to engage in friendly competition while honing their skills at this beloved winter sport. Women take aim with precision during archery practice; determination etched upon their faces. The Battle of Abu Klea unfolds on January 17th - a historic clash where bravery meets sacrifice amidst desert sands. A regrettable reminder of our past is seen in a racist Pear's advertisement that serves as a stark contrast to progress made since then. Fast forward sixty years later; General George S Patton emerges onto the stage of history as an influential military leader during World War II. The enchanting melodies from Mikado fill the air as music sheets transport us into another world. " Note.