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Mid Nineteenth Century Collection (#2)

Step back in time to the mid-nineteenth century, a period of artistic brilliance and cultural transformation

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The Visit to the Grandparents; Besoget Hos Bedsteforaeldrene, 1859 (oil on canvas)

The Visit to the Grandparents; Besoget Hos Bedsteforaeldrene, 1859 (oil on canvas)
659687 The Visit to the Grandparents; Besoget Hos Bedsteforaeldrene, 1859 (oil on canvas) by Tidemand, Adolph (1814-76); 95x79 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: In the Needle Box, (oil on canvas)

In the Needle Box, (oil on canvas)
658492 In the Needle Box, (oil on canvas) by Leroy, Jules (1833-1865); 54.6x66 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Needle Box. Jules Le Roy (1833-1865). Oil on canvas

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Alger Harbour, (oil on canvas)

Alger Harbour, (oil on canvas)
823585 Alger Harbour, (oil on canvas) by Morel-Fatio, Antoine Leon (1810-1871); 46.3x123.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Alger Harbour. Antoine-Leon Morel-Fatio (1810-1871). Oil on canvas

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Hunt the Slipper at Neighbour Flamborough s, 1840 (oil on canvas)

Hunt the Slipper at Neighbour Flamborough s, 1840 (oil on canvas)
659003 Hunt the Slipper at Neighbour Flamborough s, 1840 (oil on canvas) by Maclise, Daniel (Croquis, Alfred) (1806-70); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hunt the Slipper at Neighbour Flamborough s)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Gul-o Bulbul, c. 1849-50 (w / c on paper)

Gul-o Bulbul, c. 1849-50 (w / c on paper)
1196876 Gul-o Bulbul, c. 1849-50 (w/c on paper) by Baqir, Muhammad (fl.1735-90); 23x14 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Baqir, Mohammed (19th century)); Photo © Christies Images

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Red Breast (Robin), Great Titmouse (Male and Female) and Blue Titmouse (Male and Female), c

Red Breast (Robin), Great Titmouse (Male and Female) and Blue Titmouse (Male and Female), c
986251 Red Breast (Robin), Great Titmouse (Male and Female) and Blue Titmouse (Male and Female), c.1841 (hand-coloured engraving) by Shield

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Cormorant (of the first year), c. 1841 (hand-coloured engraving)

Cormorant (of the first year), c. 1841 (hand-coloured engraving)
986248 Cormorant (of the first year), c.1841 (hand-coloured engraving) by Shield, George (1804-80) (after); 75x59.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Cormorant (of the first year)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The Last Senate of Julius Caesar, 1867 (oil on canvas)

The Last Senate of Julius Caesar, 1867 (oil on canvas)
989710 The Last Senate of Julius Caesar, 1867 (oil on canvas) by Giannetti, Raffaele (1832-1916); 172x315 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Last Senate of Julius Caesar)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Spotted Fly Catcher (Male and Female), Black Bird (Male and Female) and Spotted Fly Catcher (Young)

Spotted Fly Catcher (Male and Female), Black Bird (Male and Female) and Spotted Fly Catcher (Young), c
986252 Spotted Fly Catcher (Male and Female), Black Bird (Male and Female) and Spotted Fly Catcher (Young), c.1841 (hand-coloured engraving) by Shield

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Buphus Comatus, c. 1862-3 (hand-coloured lithographed plate)

Buphus Comatus, c. 1862-3 (hand-coloured lithographed plate)
985977 Buphus Comatus, c.1862-3 (hand-coloured lithographed plate) by Gould, John (1804-81) & Richter, Henry Constantine (1821-1902); Private Collection; (add.info.: Buphus Comatus)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The Time I ve Lost in Wooing, (oil on canvas)

The Time I ve Lost in Wooing, (oil on canvas)
659900 The Time I ve Lost in Wooing, (oil on canvas) by Maclise, Daniel (Croquis, Alfred) (1806-70); 63.5x54 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Time I ve Lost in Wooing)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Portrait of Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), the Great Philosopher

Portrait of Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), the Great Philosopher
1765136 Portrait of Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), the Great Philosopher, Mathematician and Astronomer, half length in Brown Cloak Leaning on a Parapet (oil on canvas) by Kneller

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Isambard Kingdom Brunels Office at 18 Duke Street, Westminster (pencil

Isambard Kingdom Brunels Office at 18 Duke Street, Westminster (pencil
1765038 Isambard Kingdom Brunels Office at 18 Duke Street, Westminster (pencil, pen and ink and watercolour) by Carthy, Lady (fl.1840-1850); 36.5x52.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Five Bats amidst a Pine Branch, 1844 (ink and colour on silk)

Five Bats amidst a Pine Branch, 1844 (ink and colour on silk)
1764912 Five Bats amidst a Pine Branch, 1844 (ink and colour on silk) by Chinese School (19th century); 123.5 x 61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Five Bats amidst a Pine Branch)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: An Italian pietre dure inlaid black and white variegated marble table top (pietre dure)

An Italian pietre dure inlaid black and white variegated marble table top (pietre dure)
1764801 An Italian pietre dure inlaid black and white variegated marble table top (pietre dure) by Italian School, (19th century); 89.5x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Nawab, c. 1856-62 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Nawab, c. 1856-62 (oil on canvas)
1196708 Portrait of a Nawab, c. 1856-62 (oil on canvas) by Hudson, Benjamin (fl.1847-62); 71x61 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Hudson, Benjamin (fl.1847-1862)); Photo eChristies Images; British

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: A page from the illustrated manuscript Reminiscences of Imperial Delhi

A page from the illustrated manuscript Reminiscences of Imperial Delhi
1196696 A page from the illustrated manuscript Reminiscences of Imperial Delhi, 1844 (w/c, gouache, ink on paper) by Khan

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Young Family, 1855 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Young Family, 1855 (oil on canvas)
1195689 Portrait of a Young Family, 1855 (oil on canvas) by Iagodnikov, Aleksei (mid 19th century); 90.5x104.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Iagodnikov)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Portrait of William Michael Rossetti, 1846 (pencil on buff paper)

Portrait of William Michael Rossetti, 1846 (pencil on buff paper)
1199579 Portrait of William Michael Rossetti, 1846 (pencil on buff paper) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82); 17.8x10.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Portrait of William Holman Hunt, 1854 (pen and brown ink, on paper)

Portrait of William Holman Hunt, 1854 (pen and brown ink, on paper)
1199576 Portrait of William Holman Hunt, 1854 (pen and brown ink, on paper) by Rossetti, William Michael (1829-1919); 21.3x16.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rossetti)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Head of a Roman Model, (oil on paper laid down on canvas)

Head of a Roman Model, (oil on paper laid down on canvas)
1199532 Head of a Roman Model, (oil on paper laid down on canvas) by Leighton, Frederic (1830-96); 24.6x20.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Lachesis: Study of Jane Morris Seated in a Chair Sewing, 1860s (pencil on paper)

Lachesis: Study of Jane Morris Seated in a Chair Sewing, 1860s (pencil on paper)
1199530 Lachesis: Study of Jane Morris Seated in a Chair Sewing, 1860s (pencil on paper) by Rossetti, Dante Gabriel Charles (1828-82)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The White Owl, 1856 (oil on board)

The White Owl, 1856 (oil on board)
1199479 The White Owl, 1856 (oil on board) by Webbe or Webb, William J. (1831-1904); 45x26.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Webbe or Webb, William J)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: View of Papeete, Tahiti, Overlooking the Harbour Towards Moorea

View of Papeete, Tahiti, Overlooking the Harbour Towards Moorea
1199475 View of Papeete, Tahiti, Overlooking the Harbour Towards Moorea, mid 19th century (pencil) by French School, (19th century); 20.9x69.8 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Memories, (oil on panel)

Memories, (oil on panel)
1197609 Memories, (oil on panel) by Baugniet, Charles (1814-86); 71.1x61. cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Bedouin Encampment Before the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, Egypt, 1867 (pencil

Bedouin Encampment Before the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, Egypt, 1867 (pencil
1197496 Bedouin Encampment Before the Temple of Hathor at Dendera, Egypt, 1867 (pencil, w/c & bodycolour on paper) by Vacher, Charles (1818-83); 69.8x129.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Vacher)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Still Life, Vase of Flowers (oil on canvas)

Still Life, Vase of Flowers (oil on canvas)
1767680 Still Life, Vase of Flowers (oil on canvas) by Roesen, Severin (c.1820-72); 86.4x71.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Still Life, Vase of Flowers. Severin Roesen (c.1815-1872)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The U. S. S. Ohio Under Tow in the Lower Bay, New York with a View of Fort Hamilton

The U. S. S. Ohio Under Tow in the Lower Bay, New York with a View of Fort Hamilton
1767383 The U.S.S. Ohio Under Tow in the Lower Bay, New York with a View of Fort Hamilton (oil on canvas) by Buttersworth, James E

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Manila and its Environs: Outing to the Antipolo Fiesta (watercolour with bodycolour)

Manila and its Environs: Outing to the Antipolo Fiesta (watercolour with bodycolour)
1767256 Manila and its Environs: Outing to the Antipolo Fiesta (watercolour with bodycolour) by Lozano, Jose Honorato (c.1815-c.85); 24.7x34.3 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Manila and its Environs: Going to Mass (watercolour with bodycolour)

Manila and its Environs: Going to Mass (watercolour with bodycolour)
1767254 Manila and its Environs: Going to Mass (watercolour with bodycolour) by Lozano, Jose Honorato (c.1815-c.85); Private Collection; (add.info.: Manila and its Environs: Going to Mass)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Rarus (oil on canvas)

Rarus (oil on canvas)
1767246 Rarus (oil on canvas) by Leighton, Nicholas Winfield Scott (1847-1898); 50.8x77.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rarus. Scott Leighton (1849-1898). Oil on canvas

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Abraham Lincoln, c. 1860 (platinum print)

Abraham Lincoln, c. 1860 (platinum print)
1766833 Abraham Lincoln, c.1860 (platinum print) by Hesler, Alexander (1823-95); Private Collection; (add.info.: Abraham Lincoln, circa 1860. Platinum print, printed by George B)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Sleeping Woman in White Dress, c. 1851-1855 (stereoscopic daguerreotype)

Sleeping Woman in White Dress, c. 1851-1855 (stereoscopic daguerreotype)
1766813 Sleeping Woman in White Dress, c.1851-1855 (stereoscopic daguerreotype) by Gouin, Alexis Louis Charles Arthur (fl.c.1830)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The Sultans Jewelled Mirror, 1862 (hand coloured stereocard)

The Sultans Jewelled Mirror, 1862 (hand coloured stereocard)
1766811 The Sultans Jewelled Mirror, 1862 (hand coloured stereocard) by England, William (d. 1896); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Sultans Jewelled Mirror)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Anaute Avec Deux Chiens Whippets, 1867 (oil on panel)

Anaute Avec Deux Chiens Whippets, 1867 (oil on panel)
1766687 Anaute Avec Deux Chiens Whippets, 1867 (oil on panel) by Gerome, Jean Leon (1824-1904); 35.6x24.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Anaute Avec Deux Chiens Whippets)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Flowers in a Crystal Vase (oil on canvas)

Flowers in a Crystal Vase (oil on canvas)
1766616 Flowers in a Crystal Vase (oil on canvas) by Manet, Edouard (1832-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: Flowers in a Crystal Vase. Fleurs dans un Vase de Cristal. Edouard Manet (1832-1883)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Mountains and Rivers of Kiso, 1857 (woodblock print)

Mountains and Rivers of Kiso, 1857 (woodblock print)
1766599 Mountains and Rivers of Kiso, 1857 (woodblock print) by Hiroshige, Ando or Utagawa (1797-1858); triptych, each 36.6xapprox. 24

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Ville-d Avray, the Pond with a Leaning Tree; Ville-d Avray

Ville-d Avray, the Pond with a Leaning Tree; Ville-d Avray
1769207 Ville-d Avray, the Pond with a Leaning Tree; Ville-d Avray, l etang a l arbre penche, 1865-1870 (oil on canvas) by Corot

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Portrait of a Man; Portrait d homme, c. 1868-1872 (oil on canvas)

Portrait of a Man; Portrait d homme, c. 1868-1872 (oil on canvas)
1769197 Portrait of a Man; Portrait d homme, c.1868-1872 (oil on canvas) by Degas, Edgar (1834-1917); 40.8x32.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Man; Portrait d homme)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Washerwomen on the Banks of River Touques; Lavandieres sur un des bras de la Touques

Washerwomen on the Banks of River Touques; Lavandieres sur un des bras de la Touques
1768208 Washerwomen on the Banks of River Touques; Lavandieres sur un des bras de la Touques, 1866 (oil on canvas) by Boudin

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Searching for Survivors, 1863 (oil on canvas)

Searching for Survivors, 1863 (oil on canvas)
1195783 Searching for Survivors, 1863 (oil on canvas) by Aivazovsky, Ivan Konstantinovich (1817-1900); 60.2x58.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: A Prelude by Bach, 1868 (pencil and w / c on paper)

A Prelude by Bach, 1868 (pencil and w / c on paper)
1199599 A Prelude by Bach, 1868 (pencil and w/c on paper) by Solomon, Simeon (1840-1905); 43.2x65 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: An Arab Encampment, (oil on canvas)

An Arab Encampment, (oil on canvas)
1197607 An Arab Encampment, (oil on canvas) by Pasini, Alberto (1826-99); 27.9x40.6 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Italian, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The Swing, 1848 (oil on panel)

The Swing, 1848 (oil on panel)
1197569 The Swing, 1848 (oil on panel) by Verheyden, Francois (1806-c.1890); 98.5x135.2 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Belgian, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: The Cactus Lover; Der Kaktusliebhaber, c. 1860 (oil on panel)

The Cactus Lover; Der Kaktusliebhaber, c. 1860 (oil on panel)
1197513 The Cactus Lover; Der Kaktusliebhaber, c.1860 (oil on panel) by Spitzweg, Carl (1808-85); 29x22 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; German, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Boats on the Lagoon (oil on canvas)

Boats on the Lagoon (oil on canvas)
1197455 Boats on the Lagoon (oil on canvas) by Rosier, Amedee (1831-98); 61.5x82.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Rosier, Amedee (1821-1891)); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Portrait of the Young Nasr al-Din Shah, c. 1845-6 (gouache on paper)

Portrait of the Young Nasr al-Din Shah, c. 1845-6 (gouache on paper)
1196964 Portrait of the Young Nasr al-Din Shah, c.1845-6 (gouache on paper) by Ghaffari, Abu l Hassan (1814-66); 34.2x21 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ghaffari)

Background imageMid Nineteenth Century Collection: Maharaja Gulab Singh on Lake Wular in Kashmir, c. 1840 (gouache and gold paint on paper)

Maharaja Gulab Singh on Lake Wular in Kashmir, c. 1840 (gouache and gold paint on paper)
1196953 Maharaja Gulab Singh on Lake Wular in Kashmir, c.1840 (gouache and gold paint on paper) by Indian School, (19th century); 26.2x37 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Indian




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Step back in time to the mid-nineteenth century, a period of artistic brilliance and cultural transformation. Immerse yourself in the enchanting world depicted by Iris Germanica, a stunning hand-coloured engraving from 1847 that showcases nature's delicate beauty. Feel the power and grace exuded by Orlando, a magnificent bay racehorse captured on an oil panel in 1845. Marvel at the engineering marvels of the era with the Viaduct across the Sankey Valley, an extraordinary aquatint print partly hand-coloured dating back to 1831. Transport yourself to Bloomsbury, where A Chestnut Racehorse with Sam Templeman up gallops through a picturesque landscape immortalized on canvas using oil paints. Experience Shakespearean drama come alive through The Wrestling Scene in As You Like It, an exquisite oil painting from 1854 that captures both intensity and emotion. Delve into tragic love with Paolo and Francesca da Rimini portrayed masterfully on canvas in 1863. Witness history unfold as you gaze upon Abraham Lincoln's signed carte-de-visite from 1864; its gold-ruled border adds elegance to this iconic image. Lose yourself in Andromeda's ethereal beauty painted meticulously on canvas in 1869. Explore whimsy and fantasy through a pen and brown ink rendering of The Mad Hatters Tea Party scene circa 1865; its intricate details transport you straight into Wonderland. Discover rural charm at Fowl House Farm, Witley, where children play while shepherds tend their flock nearby - all brought to life through skillful pencil strokes. Immerse yourself further into sporting events with The Wiltshire Great Coursing Meeting Held at Amesbury lithograph series capturing thrilling moments from March 16th to March 20th of 1847. Finally, admire Ruffed Grouse's vibrant plumage showcased beautifully through meticulous hand-coloured lithography in 1865.