Opening Collection (#4)

Opening of the new head-quarters of the 1st Surrey Rifle Volunteers, at Camberwell, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the new head-quarters of the 1st Surrey Rifle Volunteers, at Camberwell, [London], 1865. 'Our Illustration shows the interior of the drill-shed...when the place was formally opened by

Opening of the first railway in New Zealand, at Christchurch, Canterbury Province, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the first railway in New Zealand, at Christchurch, Canterbury Province, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by Mr. R. Kelly

Reflections
Edgar Monzon

An engraving depicting the opening of the National Cottage Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the chest
5310616 An engraving depicting the opening of the National Cottage Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the chest, Isle of Wight

Moses crossing the Red Sea (colour litho)
5198585 Moses crossing the Red Sea (colour litho) by Pinchon, Joseph Porphyre (1871-1953); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moses crossing the Red Sea)

The opening of Brandon Railway Station
5308386 The opening of Brandon Railway Station.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the opening of Brandon Railway Station in 1844. Dated 19th century. 01/01/1850); Universal History Archive/UIG

The opening chapter of Job from the Great Bible of 1539, 16th century
5309175 The opening chapter of Job from the Great Bible of 1539, 16th century; (add.info.: The opening chapter of Job from the Great Bible of 1539. Dated 16th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England and Ireland from 1837 and Empress of India from 1875
531365 Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England and Ireland from 1837 and Empress of India from 1875. Victoria at her first meeting with her Privy Council (top): opening her first Parliament (centre)

Opening of the International Exhibition of 1862 in the Crystal Palace by Queen Victoria's cousin, George
530258 Opening of the International Exhibition of 1862 in the Crystal Palace by Queen Victoria's cousin, George, Duke of Cambridge

The Opening of the Norwegian Storthing, Prince Gustav Adolf taking the Oath of Allegiance (litho)
1039983 The Opening of the Norwegian Storthing, Prince Gustav Adolf taking the Oath of Allegiance (litho) by Salmon, Balliol (1868-1953) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Opening of The Royal Concertgebouw, 1888
1577610 Opening of The Royal Concertgebouw, 1888; (add.info.: Drawing by Joh Braakensiek to mark the opening of The Royal Concertgebouw, concert hall in Amsterdam)

British gentlemen on the Grand Tour opening an ancient classical tomb and pilfering vases, urns, and other treasures
FLO4974651 British gentlemen on the Grand Tour opening an ancient classical tomb and pilfering vases, urns, and other treasures. As desrcibed by Sir William Hamilton

The Princess of Wales at the Opening of the National Bazaar in Aid of Sufferers by the War (litho)
1048521 The Princess of Wales at the Opening of the National Bazaar in Aid of Sufferers by the War (litho) by Salmon, Balliol (1868-1953) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Inset portrait of Leo XIII (Vincenzo Giacchino Pecci 1810-1903), the pope from 1878
535259 Inset portrait of Leo XIII (Vincenzo Giacchino Pecci 1810-1903), the pope from 1878, opening the Vatican archives for historical research, 1883

Abolition of the Corn Laws: Robert Peel (1788-1850), Conservative protectionist Prime Minister
527935 Abolition of the Corn Laws: Robert Peel (1788-1850), Conservative protectionist Prime Minister, opening the gate to Free Trade and the Anti-Corn Law League

A popular didactic poem on medicine by Avicenna, 17th century
2625268 A popular didactic poem on medicine by Avicenna, 17th century; (add.info.: The opening of the popular didactic poem on medicine by Avicenna)

Model in Striped suit leaving through a glass door
Model in Striped suit leaving through an Art Deco-Style glass door. Date: circa 1937

An engraving depicting an easily opened tin can. The lid was inserted into can until flush with the body of the can
5311409 An engraving depicting an easily opened tin can. The lid was inserted into can until flush with the body of the can

Meteorological observatory on Ben Nevis, Scotland, From Punch (London 27 October 1883). Wood engraving
535676 Meteorological observatory on Ben Nevis, Scotland, From Punch (London 27 October 1883). Wood engraving.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Great Exhibition, Crystal Palace, London. Queen Victoria opening exhibition 1 May 1851. Engraving
534117 Great Exhibition, Crystal Palace, London. Queen Victoria opening exhibition 1 May 1851. Engraving.; (add.info.: Great Exhibition, Crystal Palace, London)

The Late Queen of the Belgians, Her Majesty's Home Life at Spa (litho)
1040722 The Late Queen of the Belgians, Her Majesty's Home Life at Spa (litho) by Salmon, Balliol (1868-1953) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Queen of the Belgians)

A North American: Portrait of Perry, c1854. Matthew Perry (1794-1858) Commodore in US Navy responsible for opening of
528791 A North American: Portrait of Perry, c1854. Matthew Perry (1794-1858) Commodore in US Navy responsible for opening of Japan to the West - Convention of Kanagawa

Mr Punch's advice to the British workman at the time of the opening of the Post Office Savings Bank
531859 Mr Punch's advice to the British workman at the time of the opening of the Post Office Savings Bank. Save money by giving up drink (alcohol) From Punch, London

Portrait inset of PIUS IX (Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti - 1792-1878), the pope from 1846
535250 Portrait inset of PIUS IX (Giovanni Maria Mastai Ferretti - 1792-1878), the pope from 1846, and the one who opened the First Vatican Council 1869

The Official Ayrton Senna Exhibition Opening, Proud Galleries, Chelsea, London, Wednesday 6 March 2014
(L to R): Perry McCarthy (GBR); Keith Sutton (GBR) Sutton Images CEO and Mark Dickens (GBR) artist at the opening of the Official Ayrton Senna Exhibition

Reopening of the Chapel in the Royal Palace of Frederiksborg, Denmark, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Reopening of the Chapel in the Royal Palace of Frederiksborg, Denmark, 1864. Engraving from a sketch by M. Simon Simonsen, showing...the moment when the Bishop of Zeeland, before the altar

His Excellency the Earl of Carlisle opening the National Gallery of Ireland, 1864. Creator: Unknown
His Excellency the Earl of Carlisle opening the National Gallery of Ireland, 1864. The National Gallery of Ireland in Dublin houses the national collection of Irish and European art

The suspension bridge over the Avon at Clifton, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
The suspension bridge over the Avon at Clifton, 1864. Bridge connecting Bristol and Clifton. Mr. Brunel's...estimate was £57, 000; but when £45

Peace conference, 18 Jan 1919. Creator: Bain News Service
Peace conference, 18 Jan 1919. Participants in the Paris Peace Conference (Versailles Peace Conference) meeting in the Salon de l'Horloge (Clock room), Quai d'Orsay

Consecration of All Saints Church, Windsor, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Consecration of All Saints Church, Windsor, 1864. The church, an adaptation of the Gothic, has been erected as a chapel of ease to the parish church of New Windsor

Opening of the new pier at Deal, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the new pier at Deal, [in Kent], 1864. There was a great concourse of spectators...to witness this ceremony, which was performed by Mrs

Opening of Southwark Bridge toll free, 1864. Creator: Mason Jackson
Opening of Southwark Bridge toll free, 1864. Southwark Bridge over the River Thames in London links Southwark and the City

Opening of the Cape Town and Wellington Railway: arrival of the first train... 1864. Creator: Unknown
Opening of the Cape Town and Wellington Railway: arrival of the first train at Wellington Station, 1864. This is the only considerable railway undertaking begun in South Africa

Opening of the exhibition, 1911. Creator: A. A. Antonov
Opening of the exhibition, 1911. From a collection of photographs documenting the First West Siberian Agricultural, Forestry, and Industrial Trade Exhibition, which took place in Omsk in 1911

Prayer service before the opening of the exhibition, 1911. Creator: A. A. Antonov
Prayer service before the opening of the exhibition, 1911. From a collection of photographs documenting the First West Siberian Agricultural, Forestry, and Industrial Trade Exhibition

Free opening of the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens on the anniversary of the late... 1864. Creator: Unknown
Free opening of the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens on the anniversary of the late Prince Consort's birthday, 1864....the Horticultural Gardens at South Kensington

Winston Spencer Churchill as war correspondent during the Second Boer War, Bloemfontein, 1900 (b/w photo)
528693 Winston Spencer Churchill as war correspondent during the Second Boer War, Bloemfontein, 1900 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Silverstone Circuit Launch
Mercedes GP Formula One show car. Silverstone Circuit Launch, Silverstone, England, 29 April 2010

Silverstone Circuit Launch
L-R: Fireworks and champagne christened the opening of the new Silverstone circuit: L-R: David Coulthard (GBR); Mark Webber (AUS) Red Bull Racing; Damon Hill (GBR); BRDC President, HRH Prince Andrew

Silverstone Circuit Launch
David Coulthard (GBR). Silverstone Circuit Launch, Silverstone, England, 29 April 2010

Silverstone Circuit Launch
Motorsport dignitaries and celebrities celebrate the opening of the new Silverstone circuit. Silverstone Circuit Launch, Silverstone, England, 29 April 2010

Silverstone Circuit Launch
The BRDC Superstars are introduced to the crowd. Silverstone Circuit Launch, Silverstone, England, 29 April 2010

Silverstone Circuit Launch
L-R: Fireworks and champagne christened the opening of the new Silverstone circuit: L-R: David Coulthard (GBR); Mark Webber (AUS) Red Bull Racing; Damon Hill (GBR); BRDC President, HRH Prince Andrew

Silverstone Circuit Launch
Motorsport dignitaries and celebrities celebrate the opening of the new Silverstone circuit. Silverstone Circuit Launch, Silverstone, England, 29 April 2010

Beehive Buildings
Jesús M. García

The Official Ayrton Senna Exhibition Opening, Proud Galleries, Chelsea, London, Wednesday 6 March 2014
Kiril Judakov with Keith Sutton (GBR) Sutton Images CEO. The Official Ayrton Senna Exhibition Opening, Proud Galleries, Chelsea, London, Wednesday 6 March 2014

The Official Ayrton Senna Exhibition Opening, Proud Galleries, Chelsea, London, Wednesday 6 March 2014
(L to R): John Brooks (GBR) Photographer; Keith Sutton (GBR) Sutton Images CEO and Dick Bennetts (GBR) West Surrey Racing Team Owner

Opening Of The Museum Of Fernando Alonso
Kart track at Opening Of The Museum Of Fernando Alonso, Llanera, Austrias, Spain, 26 June 2015

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"Unveiling the spirit of competition at Murrayfield stadium, Scotland - Rugby's grand opening. " "The majestic Tower Bridge rises in all its glory - a symbol of London's grand opening. " "A cricketing record etched in history - the monumental opening of 1932. " "Enter the whimsical world of consequences with William Heath Robinson's captivating illustration - an imaginative opening awaits. " "All aboard. Lancaster Castle Station welcomes travelers to embark on new adventures and open doors to unknown destinations. " "A beacon of hope and healing emerges as Westminster Hospital opens its doors in April 1939. " "Liberty unveils their new shops, a haven for fashion enthusiasts seeking endless possibilities. The artistry unfolds. " "Inaugurating opulence since 1911 - Whiteleys department store sets the stage for a shopping experience like no other. " "Mysterious apparitions grace Queens Hse, inviting you into a realm where secrets unravel and mysteries unfold upon each opening. " "The iconic Newcastle Swing Bridge swings open, connecting communities and bridging gaps between past and present. " "As Hindenburg soars above during the Olympics' grand opening in 1936, dreams take flight amidst anticipation and excitement. " "Sheffield University pays homage to Edward VI and Alexandra through regal portraits that open windows into history.