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Crystal Palace Exhibition Collection

The Crystal Palace Exhibition was a groundbreaking event that showcased the best of art, science, and industry in 19th century London

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: The Crystal Palace in Hyde Park for the Great International Exhibition of 1851 (print)

The Crystal Palace in Hyde Park for the Great International Exhibition of 1851 (print)
8620206 The Crystal Palace in Hyde Park for the Great International Exhibition of 1851 (print) by English School, (19th century); William Morris Gallery, Walthamstow

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: The Great Exhibition, 1851 (hand coloured litho on paper)

The Great Exhibition, 1851 (hand coloured litho on paper)
7485255 The Great Exhibition, 1851 (hand coloured litho on paper) by Butler, Augustus (1817-63); 34x48 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: Exhibition of Heads for 1851, c.1851 (hand coloured litho on paper)

Exhibition of Heads for 1851, c.1851 (hand coloured litho on paper)
7485258 Exhibition of Heads for 1851, c.1851 (hand coloured litho on paper) by Burgess, Robert Smart (1815-1877); 26x32 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: View of the Interior of the Building in Hyde Park for the Exhibition of 1851

View of the Interior of the Building in Hyde Park for the Exhibition of 1851
7485256 View of the Interior of the Building in Hyde Park for the Exhibition of 1851. As finally approved by Her Majesty's Commissioners, 1851 (aquatint on paper) by Berger

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: Opening of the Great Exhibition, May 1, 1851 (hand coloured aquatint on paper)

Opening of the Great Exhibition, May 1, 1851 (hand coloured aquatint on paper)
7485253 Opening of the Great Exhibition, May 1, 1851 (hand coloured aquatint on paper) by Butler, Augustus (1817-63); 22x35 cm; Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Telford, Shropshire

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: Poster by Midland Railway Company for the Great Exhibition of 1851 at Hyde Park, 1851

Poster by Midland Railway Company for the Great Exhibition of 1851 at Hyde Park, 1851. Creator: Anonymous
Poster by Midland Railway Company for the Great Exhibition of 1851 at Hyde Park, 1851. Private Collection

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: Poster of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations of 1851, 1851. Creator: Anonymous

Poster of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations of 1851, 1851. Creator: Anonymous
Poster of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations of 1851, 1851. Private Collection

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: Sketch from Punch Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, 1851. Creator: Leech, John (1817-1864)

Sketch from Punch Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, 1851. Creator: Leech, John (1817-1864)
Sketch from Punch Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, 1851. Private Collection

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: Opening of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations, by her most gracious majesty... 1851

Opening of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations, by her most gracious majesty... 1851
Opening of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations, by her most gracious majesty Queen Victoria and his royal highness Prince Albert, 1851. Private Collection

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: The opening by Queen Victoria of The Great Exhibition in Hyde Park, London, England, 1st May, 1851

The opening by Queen Victoria of The Great Exhibition in Hyde Park, London, England, 1st May, 1851
3062048 The opening by Queen Victoria of The Great Exhibition in Hyde Park, London, England, 1st May, 1851. by English School

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: Russian Exhibition interior during the Great Exhibition in 1851. Artist: Nash, Joseph (1806-1885)

Russian Exhibition interior during the Great Exhibition in 1851. Artist: Nash, Joseph (1806-1885)
Russian Exhibition interior during the Great Exhibition in 1851. Private Collection

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: FIRE ENGINE, c1853. Fire engine of the Hope Hose Company of Philadelphia at the

FIRE ENGINE, c1853. Fire engine of the Hope Hose Company of Philadelphia at the Crystal Palace Exhibition in New York, c1853. Contemporary American wood engraving

Background imageCrystal Palace Exhibition Collection: The Great Exhibition, 1851

The Great Exhibition, 1851



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The Crystal Palace Exhibition was a groundbreaking event that showcased the best of art, science, and industry in 19th century London. The iconic glass structure housed thousands of exhibits from around the world, drawing millions of visitors during its run. From innovative inventions to stunning works of art, the exhibition sparked imaginations and inspired generations to come. Its grandeur and beauty captivated all who entered its doors, leaving a lasting impression on those lucky enough to experience it firsthand. Today, the legacy of the Crystal Palace Exhibition lives on as a symbol of creativity, innovation, and progress in the Victorian era. It remains a testament to human ingenuity and serves as a reminder of what can be achieved when we come together to celebrate our shared achievements.