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Kensington Collection (#9)

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Background imageKensington Collection: Golborne Road, North Kensington, SW London

Golborne Road, North Kensington, SW London, with shop premises including Olsons grocers and Golborne haircutters. Date: circa 1905

Background imageKensington Collection: Market Court, London, 1868 (b / w photo)

Market Court, London, 1868 (b / w photo)
1812904 Market Court, London, 1868 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; (add.info.: Kensington)

Background imageKensington Collection: Statue of Peter Pan (detail) - Kensington Gardens

Statue of Peter Pan (detail) - Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park, London. Date: circa 1980s

Background imageKensington Collection: Advert for Isaac Walson school outfits 1897

Advert for Isaac Walson school outfits 1897
Selection of boys school outfits for 1897 1897

Background imageKensington Collection: The Bishop-Designate of Peterborough, the Reverend and Honourable E Carr Glyn

The Bishop-Designate of Peterborough, the Reverend and Honourable E Carr Glyn, Vicar of St Mary Abbott s
1605964 The Bishop-Designate of Peterborough, the Reverend and Honourable E Carr Glyn, Vicar of St Mary Abbott s, Kensington (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageKensington Collection: South Kensington Museum, London 1881

South Kensington Museum, London 1881
Courtyard of the South Kensington Museum, London, later became the Victoria and Albert Museum. 1881

Background imageKensington Collection: 'The Half-Way House, 'between Knightsbridge and Kensington (engraving)

"The Half-Way House, "between Knightsbridge and Kensington (engraving)
1617303 " The Half-Way House, " between Knightsbridge and Kensington (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: " The Half-Way House)

Background imageKensington Collection: Principal entrance to the Zoological Museum, London 1880

Principal entrance to the Zoological Museum, London 1880
Principal entrance to the Zoological Museum (now the Natural History Museum), South Kensington, London. Date: 1880

Background imageKensington Collection: South entrance to the Zoological Museum, London 1880

South entrance to the Zoological Museum, London 1880
South entrance to the Zoological Museum (now the Natural History Museum), South Kensington, London. Date: 1880

Background imageKensington Collection: Queen Carolines drawing room, Kensington Palace, London

Queen Carolines drawing room, Kensington Palace, London

Background imageKensington Collection: The International Exhibition (engraving)

The International Exhibition (engraving)
1620424 The International Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The International Exhibition)

Background imageKensington Collection: The Great Chandelier by Defries in the International Exhibition (engraving)

The Great Chandelier by Defries in the International Exhibition (engraving)
1620407 The Great Chandelier by Defries in the International Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageKensington Collection: Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Societys Gardens, designed by Hubert (engraving)

Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Societys Gardens, designed by Hubert (engraving)
1620386 Fountain in the Royal Horticultural Societys Gardens, designed by Hubert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageKensington Collection: The International Exhibition, Vase belonging to Her Majesty the Queen

The International Exhibition, Vase belonging to Her Majesty the Queen, exhibited by Messers Hunt and Roskell (engraving)
1620375 The International Exhibition, Vase belonging to Her Majesty the Queen, exhibited by Messers Hunt and Roskell (engraving) by English School

Background imageKensington Collection: The International Exhibition, the Western Dome and Transept (engraving)

The International Exhibition, the Western Dome and Transept (engraving)
1620348 The International Exhibition, the Western Dome and Transept (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The International Exhibition)

Background imageKensington Collection: Opening of the International Exhibition, Entrance to the Western Annexe (engraving)

Opening of the International Exhibition, Entrance to the Western Annexe (engraving)
1620336 Opening of the International Exhibition, Entrance to the Western Annexe (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Opening of the International Exhibition)

Background imageKensington Collection: images of projected government buildings

images of projected government buildings
Text and images of projected government buildings at Westminster and Kensington. Bottom image is drawing of the War Office by William Young. 1899

Background imageKensington Collection: International Exhibition, Horticultural Society Gardens 1865

International Exhibition, Horticultural Society Gardens 1865
International Exhibition of fruit and vegetables at the Royal Horticultural Society Gardens, South Kensington, London. 1865

Background imageKensington Collection: Cetewayos Voyage and Arrival in England (engraving)

Cetewayos Voyage and Arrival in England (engraving)
1621998 Cetewayos Voyage and Arrival in England (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cetewayos Voyage and Arrival in England)

Background imageKensington Collection: The Metropolitan Sanitary Association Dinner, At Soyers 'Symposium, 'Gore House

The Metropolitan Sanitary Association Dinner, At Soyers "Symposium, "Gore House, Kensington (engraving)
1625609 The Metropolitan Sanitary Association Dinner, At Soyers " Symposium, " Gore House, Kensington (engraving) by English School

Background imageKensington Collection: The Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens, London

The Albert Memorial, Kensington Gardens, London

Background imageKensington Collection: The Empire of India Exhibition, at Earls Court, Kensington (litho)

The Empire of India Exhibition, at Earls Court, Kensington (litho)
1628195 The Empire of India Exhibition, at Earls Court, Kensington (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Empire of India Exhibition, at Earls Court)

Background imageKensington Collection: Model Dwellings in the Mall, Kensington (engraving)

Model Dwellings in the Mall, Kensington (engraving)
1588496 Model Dwellings in the Mall, Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Model Dwellings in the Mall, Kensington)

Background imageKensington Collection: Inauguration of the Exhibition Memorial of 1851, the Royal Party in the Horticultural Gardens

Inauguration of the Exhibition Memorial of 1851, the Royal Party in the Horticultural Gardens (engraving)
1588411 Inauguration of the Exhibition Memorial of 1851, the Royal Party in the Horticultural Gardens (engraving) by English School

Background imageKensington Collection: The German Emperor and Empress in London (engraving)

The German Emperor and Empress in London (engraving)
1591721 The German Emperor and Empress in London (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The German Emperor and Empress in London)

Background imageKensington Collection: The Welsh National Eisteddfod, at the Royal Albert Hall, Kensington (engraving)

The Welsh National Eisteddfod, at the Royal Albert Hall, Kensington (engraving)
1591345 The Welsh National Eisteddfod, at the Royal Albert Hall, Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Welsh National Eisteddfod)

Background imageKensington Collection: The Queens Jubilee Festival, Tuesday, 21 June, the Illuminations (engraving)

The Queens Jubilee Festival, Tuesday, 21 June, the Illuminations (engraving)
1591242 The Queens Jubilee Festival, Tuesday, 21 June, the Illuminations (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Jubilee Festival, Tuesday, 21 June)

Background imageKensington Collection: The Hippodrome at 'Olympia, 'the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington

The Hippodrome at "Olympia, "the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington, the Chariot-Race (engraving)
1595027 The Hippodrome at " Olympia, " the National Agricultural Hall, Kensington, the Chariot-Race (engraving) by English School

Background imageKensington Collection: The Old Half-Way House, Kensington (engraving)

The Old Half-Way House, Kensington (engraving)
1594297 The Old Half-Way House, Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Old Half-Way House, Kensington)

Background imageKensington Collection: Princess Victoria and Prince Albert, when Children, in the Gardens at Kensington (engraving)

Princess Victoria and Prince Albert, when Children, in the Gardens at Kensington (engraving)
1594172 Princess Victoria and Prince Albert, when Children, in the Gardens at Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageKensington Collection: City and Guilds of London Institute for Technical Education, Proposed Central Institution at

City and Guilds of London Institute for Technical Education, Proposed Central Institution at Kensington (engraving)
1590551 City and Guilds of London Institute for Technical Education, Proposed Central Institution at Kensington (engraving) by English School

Background imageKensington Collection: The Right Reverend William Dalrymple Maclagan, DD (engraving)

The Right Reverend William Dalrymple Maclagan, DD (engraving)
1062543 The Right Reverend William Dalrymple Maclagan, DD (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Right Reverend William Dalrymple Maclagan, DD)

Background imageKensington Collection: The Round Pond, Kensington Gardens, London

The Round Pond, Kensington Gardens, London
Children sailing their model boats on the Round Pond, Kensington Gardens, London. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageKensington Collection: Peter Pan statue, Kensington Gardens, London

Peter Pan statue, Kensington Gardens, London
A little girl stands by the Peter Pan statue in Kensington Gardens, London. Date: circa 1930s

Background imageKensington Collection: New Zealand court at the Colonial & Indian Exhibition

New Zealand court at the Colonial & Indian Exhibition
The New Zealand court at the Colonial and Indian Exhibition, 1886, held in South Kensington, London. Date: 1886

Background imageKensington Collection: The Queens Visit to Kensington, the Procession in the High Street (litho)

The Queens Visit to Kensington, the Procession in the High Street (litho)
1042339 The Queens Visit to Kensington, the Procession in the High Street (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Visit to Kensington)

Background imageKensington Collection: Interior of the Royal Albert Hall on a State Occasion (engraving)

Interior of the Royal Albert Hall on a State Occasion (engraving)
1105720 Interior of the Royal Albert Hall on a State Occasion (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Royal Albert Hall on a State Occasion)

Background imageKensington Collection: Queen Victoria in London: en route to Kensington Palace 1899

Queen Victoria in London: en route to Kensington Palace 1899
Queen Victoria in London: en route to Kensington Palace, 15th May 1899 Date: 1899

Background imageKensington Collection: Inauguration of the London Museum at Kensington Palace, 1912

Inauguration of the London Museum at Kensington Palace, 1912
The inauguration of the London Museum: their Majesties visit of inspection to Kensington Palace, 1912. The new London Museum (later the Museum of London)

Background imageKensington Collection: A call-box attached to the electric lighting standard at a cab-rank in Kensington, London

A call-box attached to the electric lighting standard at a cab-rank in Kensington, London, enable residents to call up a taxi at will. Date: 1910

Background imageKensington Collection: South Kensington Arts Students marching through London, with a bust of Major-General

South Kensington Arts Students marching through London, with a bust of Major-General Baden-Powell, to celebrate the relief of Mafeking. Date: 1900

Background imageKensington Collection: The New National Training School for Music, Kensington (engraving)

The New National Training School for Music, Kensington (engraving)
1059086 The New National Training School for Music, Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New National Training School for Music, Kensington)

Background imageKensington Collection: To the Memory of Albert, Prince Consort (chromolitho)

To the Memory of Albert, Prince Consort (chromolitho)
1058282 To the Memory of Albert, Prince Consort (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: To the Memory of Albert, Prince Consort)

Background imageKensington Collection: Hope, 1888 (stained glass)

Hope, 1888 (stained glass)
3475386 Hope, 1888 (stained glass) by Holiday, Henry (1839-1927); St Johns Church, Keswick, Cumbria, UK; (add.info.: Keswick, St John s, JPS, HH, Hope, 1888); © Alastair Carew-Cox

Background imageKensington Collection: Old Conduit at Kensington (engraving)

Old Conduit at Kensington (engraving)
1608268 Old Conduit at Kensington (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Old Conduit at Kensington)

Background imageKensington Collection: Advertisement, Swan Fountain Pen (engraving)

Advertisement, Swan Fountain Pen (engraving)
1606014 Advertisement, Swan Fountain Pen (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement, Swan Fountain Pen)

Background imageKensington Collection: The Queen laying the First Stone of the Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences

The Queen laying the First Stone of the Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences, Kensington-Gore (engraving)
1611189 The Queen laying the First Stone of the Royal Albert Hall of Arts and Sciences, Kensington-Gore (engraving) by Robinson

Background imageKensington Collection: New Gardens of the Royal Horticultural Society (engraving)

New Gardens of the Royal Horticultural Society (engraving)
2773476 New Gardens of the Royal Horticultural Society (engraving) by Palmer, John (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Gardens of the Royal Horticultural Society)




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Discover the enchantment of Kensington, a captivating neighborhood in London, England. Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of Peter Pan as you visit the iconic Peter Pan statue nestled within Kensington Gardens. Feel the magic come alive as you explore this lush green oasis right in the heart of the city. Step back in time and uncover the rich history that lies within Kensington's boundaries. Marvel at the grandeur of Royal Albert Hall, an architectural masterpiece hosting unforgettable performances throughout its storied past. Delve into automotive heritage at The Engine Room at Clement-Talbot Motor Works, where innovation meets craftsmanship. Admire vintage charm with a glimpse of yesteryears through Derry and Toms Poster, evoking nostalgia for a bygone era. Experience Blythe House - Post Office Savings Bank, an architectural gem showcasing timeless beauty amidst West Kensington's bustling streets. Immerse yourself in knowledge and culture at Imperial Institute, a hub for intellectual pursuits and artistic endeavors. Witness Captain Berry's dachshunds frolicking joyfully in one of Kensington's picturesque parks – a delightful sight to behold. Transport yourself to 1989 when legends like Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr. , and Liza Minnelli graced Royal Albert Hall with their mesmerizing performances – forever etching their names into Kensington's vibrant history. Marvel at the arrival of Peter Pan statue itself; witness how it breathes life into Kensington Gardens' already magical ambiance. Explore both historic and contemporary treasures as you wander through Kensington Palace and Gardens – an idyllic escape from city life that showcases London's regal allure. Uncover maritime wonders with a model replica of HMS Victory from 1737 – relive naval triumphs while appreciating exquisite craftsmanship firsthand. Imagine standing on hallowed ground as you envision Royal College of Music taking shape before your eyes through an engraving capturing its foundation stone laid on July 8th. Kensington, a neighborhood where history, art, and nature intertwine seamlessly.