1895 Collection (#79)

Helianthus Species
SUNFLOWER

Convallaria Majalis
LILY OF THE VALLEY

Plants / Helleborus Niger
CHRISTMAS ROSE

Plants / Papaver
POPPY

Chrysanthemum Segetum
CORN MARIGOLD

Oenothera Missouriensis

Plants / Iris
Plants/Iris

Plants / Dianthus Species
PINK

Aquilegia Vulgaris
COLUMBINE

UK Tea Company
Advertisement for the United Kingdom Tea Company Ltd

Miss Hutton on her Bicycle, 1895
Photograph of Miss Hutton, the youngest member of a team representing England at an International cycling match held at the Royal Aquarium, Westminster, London, 1895

Hannan gold field Western Australia
A lock-up at Hannan gold field in West Australia, a temporary measure for locking up criminals pending their trial. The nearest prison to Hannan gold field was Fremantle on the coast near Perth

Restored figure of the Iguanodon
The Iguanodon, a large herbivore, which could grow up to 10 metres. It had numerous teeth enabling it to chew vegetation. Its powerful hind legs were ideal for escaping predators

H. M. Stanleys meeting with Forest Pygmies, Central Africa
Engraving showing Sir Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904), the Anglo-America explorer and journalist, meeting with some forest pygmies, during one of his expeditions to Central Africa

Portrait of Sir Benjamin Stone and his wife Lady Stone
Sir Benjamin and Lady Stone. Benjamin Stone was a Conservative MP for East Birmingham between 1895-1909. He was known for his keen interest in photography

Jack Dempsey (1895-1983)
Photographic portrait of Jack Dempsey, the American heavyweight boxer. Date of portrait unknown

Sudan Kassala
Western side of the town, occupied by the Italians

Lord Randolph Churchill (1849-1895)
Engraving of Lord Randolph Henry Spencer Churchill, the English Conservative politician, who served as Indian Secretary and Chancellor of the Exchequer, seen shortly after accepting the latter post

Landing at the Lighthouse, 1895
Illustration showing the arrival of visitors, by boat, at a lighthouse. As is shown in this picture, the most common way to reach offshore lighthouses in Victorian times was by landing small rowing

Mr De Morgan at Dahshur
Mr De Morgan lifting a golden crown from the mummy of Queen Khnemit. De Morgan discoved many important tombs during 1894-1895

Elmwood, Franz Josef Land, 1895
Illustration of Elmwood, the base of the Jackson-Harmsworth Polar Expedition on Franz Josef Land, 1895. At the time, this was the most Northerly British settlement in the world

A Member of H. M. Stanleys expedition threatening a baggage
Engraving showing a member of Sir Henry Morton Stanleys expedition to find Dr. David Livingstone threatening a baggage porter, Central Africa, 1871

H. M. Stanleys Expedition crossing the Makata Swamp, Central
Engraving showing Sir Henry Morton Stanleys expedition crossing the Makata swamp in Central Africa, 1871. In October 1869

Jack Dempsey, c. 1925
Photographic portrait of Jack Dempsey (1895-1983) the American heavyweight boxer. The date of this picture is unknown, but probably c.1925

Pierre Loti / V Fair 1895
PIERRE LOTI alias Louis-Marie-Julien VIAUD French naval officer and novelist

Dumas Fils / Van Fair 1879
ALEXANDRE DUMAS FILS French novelist

France / Russian Bedfellow
France is unhappy with her inactive Russian bedfellow

C. 1895 Seaside Outfit
A young woman, wearing a blouse with mutton-sleeves, a wing-collar & bow-tie, a skirt decorated with 7 contrasting bands & a straw boater-style hat, seen at Brighton beach

The Yorkshire Terrier Ashton Ted 95, 1895
Photograph of a tiny blue-and-silver Yorkshire Terrier, called Ashton Ted 95 ; an award-winning animal at the Brighton and Ealing Dog shows of 1896

A Run Out at Lords Cricket Ground, 1895
Engraving showing a fielder running out one of the batsmen, during a game of cricket at Lords Cricket Ground, London, 1895

W. G. Grace batting in the Nets at Lords, 1895
Engraving of Dr. William Gilbert Grace (1848-1915), practising his batting in the nets at Lords Cricket Ground, 1895. As can be seen, a large crowd has gathered to watch the Doctors technique

USA Washington Dc
The steps of the Capitol building

Spain Montserrat
The monastery

Advertisement for spectacles
Negretti and Zambras spectacles

China / Wei-Hai
(previously Wei-hai-wei) Seaport occupied by Japanese 1895-1898, leased to Britain 1898-1930, re-occupied by Japanese 1938-1945

Cricket / Team / Hampshire
Hampshire: Webb, Baldwin, Lewis, Hill, Soar, Ward, Lacey, Bencraft, Studd, Robson, Bacon, Wooton

Cricket / Team / Nottingham
Nottingham: Shelton, Hardstaff, Wilkinson, Coxon, Daft, Attewell, Draper, Flowers, Robinson, Dixon, Gunn, Howett, Pike, Mee

Cricket / Team / Sussex
Sussex: Henty, Fry, Guttridge, Wilson, Bean, Marlow, Draper, Shaw, Brann, Murdoch, Arlington, Newham, Butt, Hilton, Humphrey

Sir Henry Morton Stanley (1841-1904)
Engraving of Sir Henry Morton Stanley, the British-US explorer and journalist, pictured in 1878. In October 1869, Stanley was sent by James Gordon Bennett (the owner of the New York Herald)

Cricket / Team / Lancashire
Lancashire: Mold, Paul, Lunt, Baker, Smith, Sugg, Ward, Tindall, MacLaren (C), Bardswell, Briggs, Smith, Tinsley

Cricket / Team / Players
A team of Players: professionals who played against amateurs, in this case on the 8, 9 & 10 July

Moana Hotel, Waikiki
The Moana Hotel, Waikiki, Honolulu, which was built in 1895. A beautiful pier extends into the ocean from the hotel and all the aquatic sports on Waikiki beach can be seen

Edwards Harlene
Advertisement or advertorial showing a full page engraving of a Victorian woman brushing her exceptionally long hair, watched by her daughter

Dumas Fils 1895
ALEXANDRE DUMAS fils French writer at the end of his life

Sergei Esenin - 3
SERGEI ALEXANDROVICH ESENIN Russian poet, in 1922 or 1923

Cricket / Team / Somerset
Somerset Westcott, Spurway, Poynton, T.Robinson, Tyler, Palairet, S.M.J.Woods (C), Fowler, Rev. Wickham, Nichols, Bolus

Cricket / Team / Gloucester
Gloucester Writhall, Painter, Smith, Murch, Robert, E.M.Grace, Captain Newnham, W.G.Grace, Ferris, Kitkat, Troup, Board, H, W, Brown

Cricket / Team / Middlesex
Middlesex A.J.Webbe, Pawling, Rawlin, C.P.Foley, McGregor, Henery, O brien, Stoddart, Hayman, Hearne, Lucas

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In the year 1895, a world of discovery and innovation unfolded before our eyes. As we examine the map from that time, our attention is drawn to the Arctic Circle, where explorers embarked on daring expeditions in search of uncharted territories. Meanwhile, communities found solace in reciting The Lord's Prayer, seeking guidance and strength. The artistic realm also flourished during this period; Walter Crane's Garland adorned many homes with its intricate beauty. Inventions like the Tesla Coil fascinated both Mark Twain and curious minds alike, while Marie Curie made groundbreaking strides in her scientific research. Tragedy struck when the Montparnasse Accident shook Paris as a train careened off its tracks. Yet amidst adversity, Edvard Munch captured an eternal moment of passion and love through his iconic masterpiece "The Kiss. " On another front, Captain Joshua Slocum sailed solo around the globe aboard his vessel "Spray, " defying all odds and inspiring generations to come. And at Claridge's Hotel, elegance reigned supreme as guests indulged in luxury accommodations fit for royalty. Transportation took center stage with Birmingham New Street station becoming a bustling hub connecting people from all walks of life. Novelist George Gissing immortalized this era through his photographic lens capturing glimpses into daily life. Sports enthusiasts cheered for their favorite teams such as Millwall Athletic football team whose group photo symbolizes camaraderie and determination on the field. As we reflect upon 1895, let us remember it not merely as a year but rather as a tapestry woven with tales of exploration, artistry, scientific breakthroughs, resilience against tragedy – each thread contributing to humanity's rich history.