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Great London Exposition Collection (#7)

The Great London Exposition of 1862

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: Mitchel's type-distributing machine, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: Mitchel's type-distributing machine, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Mitchel's type-distributing machine, 1862. The distributor is a small machine of circular form

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: vase by M. Poilleux, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: vase by M. Poilleux, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: vase by M. Poilleux, 1862. The art-workmen of Paris, amongst whom we may reckon the house of Poilleux

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: Tuxford's road traction-engine, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: Tuxford's road traction-engine, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Tuxford's road traction-engine, 1862. This firm, in fact, holds, according to the trials of the Royal Agricultural Society

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: section of a Paxton lean-to vinery, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: section of a Paxton lean-to vinery, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: section of a Paxton lean-to vinery, 1862. Improved greenhouse technology. From "Illustrated London News", 1862

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: stained-glass window by Messrs. J. Ballantine and Son... 1862

The International Exhibition: stained-glass window by Messrs. J. Ballantine and Son... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: stained-glass window by Messrs. J. Ballantine and Son, Edinburgh, 1862. This window...has for its subject the Crucifixion, and is to be erected in Prestolee Church

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: new swing-cradle by Norman, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: new swing-cradle by Norman, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: new swing-cradle by Norman, 1862. This little arrangement, which is of the deepest interest to our fair readers

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: carriage by Stevenson and Elliot, of Stirling, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: carriage by Stevenson and Elliot, of Stirling, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: carriage by Stevenson and Elliot, of Stirling, 1862. The door-glasses...are especially devoted to illustrating the progress of the colony of Victoria [in

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The patent cow-milker in the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The patent cow-milker in the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The patent cow-milker in the International Exhibition, 1862. A machine has been invented for milking cows, and is now on exhibition in the United States department of the International Exhibition

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition - Wallpaper by Messrs. Scott, Cuthbertson and Co. 1862

The International Exhibition - Wallpaper by Messrs. Scott, Cuthbertson and Co. 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - Wallpaper by Messrs. Scott, Cuthbertson and Co. 1862. The...pattern, founded on the diamond, is not only exceedingly rich but is altogether new in character

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition - Wallpaper by Messrs. Scott, Cuthbertson and Co. 1862

The International Exhibition - Wallpaper by Messrs. Scott, Cuthbertson and Co. 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - Wallpaper by Messrs. Scott, Cuthbertson and Co. 1862. The pattern, consisting of a quatrefoil with a shield filling...is, undoubtedly, of great merit; it is, also

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: 'The Departure of Hagar and Ishmael', modelled by Forsyth, 1862

The International Exhibition: "The Departure of Hagar and Ishmael", modelled by Forsyth, 1862. Example from...a bijou collection of the best examples of ecclesiastical

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: grenadine crepe lace, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862

The International Exhibition: grenadine crepe lace, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: grenadine crepe lace, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862. The firm of Reckless and Hickling, of Nottingham, one of the oldest and most eminent in the trade

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition - Prize Medal - reverse, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition - Prize Medal - reverse, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - Prize Medal - reverse, 1862....the oak wreath, the corona civica, is perhaps a little heavy'. Inscription: Londini - Honoris Causa'

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: tunic lace flounce, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862

The International Exhibition: tunic lace flounce, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: tunic lace flounce, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862. The firm of Reckless and Hickling, of Nottingham, one of the oldest and most eminent in the trade

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: Pusher lace shawl, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862

The International Exhibition: Pusher lace shawl, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Pusher lace shawl, by Messrs. Reckless and Hickling, 1862. The firm of Reckless and Hickling, of Nottingham, one of the oldest and most eminent in the trade

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: Messrs. Harrison and Son's power-loom for weaving flax, 1862

The International Exhibition: Messrs. Harrison and Son's power-loom for weaving flax, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Messrs. Harrison and Son's power-loom for weaving flax, 1862. This loom combines many important improvements

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: Ransome and Sims ten-horse power engine, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: Ransome and Sims ten-horse power engine, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Ransome and Sims ten-horse power engine with Biddell and Balk's boiler, showing the method of withdrawing the tubes, 1862

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition - stove by Messrs. Stuart and Smith, of Sheffield, 1862

The International Exhibition - stove by Messrs. Stuart and Smith, of Sheffield, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition - stove by Messrs. Stuart and Smith, of Sheffield, 1862. The stove which we engrave is one of considerable beauty; for, while in point of design it is highly meritorious

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition: a vase by Wedgwood and Co. Etruria, 1862. Creator: Unknown

The International Exhibition: a vase by Wedgwood and Co. Etruria, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: a vase by Wedgwood and Co. Etruria, 1862. This beautiful vase is manufactured by the distinguished firm of Wedgwood...It is Roman in character

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: Memorial to Col. Shadwell, late superintendent of the International Exhibition... 1862

Memorial to Col. Shadwell, late superintendent of the International Exhibition... 1862. Creator: Unknown
Memorial to Col. Shadwell, late superintendent of the International Exhibition: device on the address, 1862....rumour of wars has called away the gentleman who was nominated to the office of general

Background imageGreat London Exposition Collection: The International Exhibition of 1862, or Great London Exposition, South Kensington, London, England

The International Exhibition of 1862, or Great London Exposition, South Kensington, London, England. A persective view of the nave, designed by Captain Francis Fowke of the Royal Engineers




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The Great London Exposition of 1862: A Grand Celebration of Innovation and Progress Wander through the halls of this international spectacle and feast your eyes on the wonders of the age. Discover the enigmatic Hobbs and Ashley with their gothic locks and keys (Creator Unknown). Marvel at the artistry of Pellatt and Co.'s services in glass (Creator Unknown). Witness the bustling scene near the Eastern Dome on the closing day (Creator Unknown). Delve into the world of small arms (Creator Unknown) and be in awe of the trophies presented by Mr. Benson and Mr. Harry Emanuel (Creators Unknown). Admire the stunning stained-glass window by Messrs. Chance Brothers (Creator Unknown). Be transported by the elegance of the Belgian first-class railway-carriage with smoking-saloon (Creator Unknown). Gaze in wonder at the centrifugal pump by Easton, Amos, and Co. (Creator Unknown). Be inspired by the intricacies of British Columbia and Prince Edward Island Courts (Creator Unknown). Witness the advancements in cotton manufacture with Harrison's sizing-machine (Creator Unknown). And finally, take a moment to appreciate the Treaty of Commerce Screen Carpet by T. Tapling (Creator Unknown), a testament to the global connections forged during this remarkable exhibition.