1896 Collection (#58)

Play / Grundy / New Woman
A poster for the play by Sydney Grundy

Advertisement for Peter Robinsons Waterproof Cycling Capes
Advertisement for Waterproof Cycling Capes and Coats, as produced by Peter Robinson Ltd. of Oxford Street, London

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

G. H. S. Trott and W. G. Grace tossing a coin, Oval Cricket Gro
Illustration of the Australian captain, G.H.S. Trott (1866-1917), and the England captain, Dr. W.G. Grace (1848-1915), looking at the coin they have just tossed at the beginning of the match at

A Twenty-five seat Tricycle, 1896
Illustration of a Tricycle for twenty-five, designed by the Herald Cycle Company, New York, 1896. This machine was being built for the Nynuke Bicycle Club of Brooklyn, at a cost of 120

Mr. S. Bancroft, Cyclist, 1896
Photograph of Mr. S. Bancroft, in his cycling clothes and with his safety bicycle, November 1896

Royal Cyclists at Coburg, 1896
Engraving of a group of Royal cyclists enjoying themselves after the Wedding of Princess Alexandra of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha and the Hereditary Prince of Hohenlohe-Langenburg at Coburg, April 1896

J J Kelly - Cricketer
James J Kelly - Australian Test cricketer 1896-1905

Hubert Frere-Orban
HUBERT JOSEPH WALTHER FRERE- ORBAN Belgian statesman

Cettinje, Capital of Montenegro, 1896
Photograph showing Cettinje, the Capital of Montenegro in 1896. At the bottom of the image are Government Offices, in the middle of the image is the Palace of the Royal Family

King Victor Emmanuel III (1869-1947)
Engraving of King Victor Emmanuel III (1869-1947) made in 1896, when he was the Crown Prince of Italy, Prince of Naples

Princess Helene of Montenegro (1873-1952)
Engraving of Princess Helene of Montenegro (1873-1952), also known as Princess Jelena, who married the Crown Prince of Italy in October 1896. Date: 1896

Young Cloudesley Shovel Swimming With Despatches
Engraving taken from the painting Young Cloudesley Shovel Swimming with Despatches through the Enemys Fire. In the background can be seen the stern of a 16th or 17th century warship

Girl / Buttercups / Daisies
A little girl with buttercups and daisies

Two Girls Brush Dog 1896
Two girls groom their dog on his birthday

Girl with Butterfly 1896
A little girl asks a yellow butterfly: " Where did you come from?"

HMS Caesar, 1905
Photograph of HMS Caesar ; the British Naval Representative at the Norwegian Royal Inauguration, December 1905. This vessel, the flagship of the second in command of the Channel Squadron

The Phrenologist
An illustration of a phrenologist examining his patients skull; taken from an article disputing the validity of the science

Cricketer / Mcdonnell
P.s. McDonnell Australian Cricketer

Seaside Costumes 1896
The year that signalled the demise of big sleeves? Puffed & gigot sleeves, wide square revers, epaulettes, high collars, pleated blouse, open bodice fastened with bands

Social / Posh Cyclists 19C
Fashionable cyclists in Hyde Park, London

Edward Vii / Yacht / 1896
The Britannia of Edward, prince of Wales, passes Ailsa and Satanita - no doubt at Cowes

SAILOR 1896
A sailor smokes

WRECK OF ILTIS 1896
Untergang ( under-going ) of the German Kanonenboot Iltis in a storm off the Chinese coast

Sir Frederick Leighton
FREDERICK, LORD LEIGHTON English artist and President of the Royal Academy

First British car
Photograph of the first British motor car, an 8-h.p. Lanchester, made in 1896 and exhibited in the historical section of The Motor Show

Puccini / Boheme / Melba
Nellie Melba as Mimi

Moritz Schiff
MORITZ SCHIFF German physiologist

Patient has Hand X-Rayed
The French engineer, Seguy, x- rays a patients hand

Woman Writing in B+W
A woman sits writing at a table

On the Lawn at Ascot
Fashionable race-goers on the Lawn at Ascot

Horse in Sunhat 1896
A horse wearing a straw hat, with holes for its ears, as protection against the sun in Bordeaux, France

Nicolas II Crowned - 2
Nicolas II is crowned tsar at St Petersburg

Nicolas II Crowned
Nicolas II is crowned tsar at St Petersburg. The procession crosses the Kamennyy Bridge

Coronation / Moscow 1896
The coronation of Nicolas II and Alexandra of Russia, which apparently inspired a polka!

Sphinx - Sun, Shadow
in sun and shadow

Donkey / Cart / Dog 1896
A donkey, a dog, and a cart laden with vegetables

Cuckoo (Sharpe)
GREAT SPOTTED CUCKOO (Cuculus canorus)

Dactyle Typewriter / 1896
A Dactyle typewriter

Elegant Dress of 1896
Elegantly dressed women descend a staircase wearing jackets and gowns with leg-of- mutton sleeves; another woman holds an umbrella against the rain

Millais / Holman Hunt
SIR JOHN EVERETT MILLAIS Pre-Raphaelite artist at the age of 24, as depicted by his friend and fellow-artist

Millais / With Book
SIR JOHN EVERETT MILLAIS Pre-Raphaelite artist in thoughtful mood

Millais / Colour Portrait
SIR JOHN EVERETT MILLAIS Pre-Raphaelite artist in middle age

Leighton / Woodbury Photo
FREDERICK, LORD LEIGHTON English artist in middle age

Cycling with Horses 1896
The Old Love and the New: the morning bicycle parade in Hyde Park, London, mixed in with the more traditional horse riders

Cross-Channel on Top
A French inventor proposes an amphibious train which rides over any water that flows in its way. Think, all that money invested in the Channel Tunnel could have been saved !

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"1896: A Year of Art, Music, and Exploration" Step back in time to the year 1896, a vibrant period filled with artistic masterpieces and remarkable discoveries. Giacomo Puccini's La Boheme Opera Score captivated audiences worldwide, immersing them in a tale of love and tragedy. Meanwhile, Paul Cezanne captured the serene beauty of Annecy Lake on canvas, showcasing his unique perspective through brushstrokes that brought nature to life. In the realm of nature itself, British Moths fluttered gracefully while a mesmerizing selection of fish swam beneath tranquil waters. The majestic Ring-Necked Pheasant proudly displayed its colorful plumage amidst lush landscapes. As nations prepared for uncertain times ahead, a Recruitment Poster for the British Military called upon brave souls to serve their country in 1900. The allure of absinthe was depicted on an enticing poster that enticed many into indulging in this mysterious elixir. Adventurer Joshua Slocum embarked on an epic journey aboard his vessel named Spray – sailing solo around the world and inspiring countless dreamers. Music lovers were enthralled by Anton Bruckner's symphonies as he paid homage to Haydn's musical legacy. An art exhibition held in Glasgow showcased innovative works from talented artists who pushed boundaries and challenged conventional norms. Alfred Jarry's Ubu Roi took theater-goers by storm with its satirical portrayal of power dynamics while maps hinted at hidden realms like Atlantis waiting to be discovered beyond familiar shores. As we reflect upon 1896, let us celebrate this extraordinary year where creativity flourished across various mediums – from opera scores and paintings to literature and exploration. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our unending thirst for knowledge and expression that continues to shape our world today.