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Visite Collection (#8)

"Stepping back in time with 'visite': Exploring the Victorian era through captivating snapshots" A glimpse into the past

Background imageVisite Collection: New magic stereoscope for viewing carte de visite

New magic stereoscope for viewing carte de visite -- floral design. Date: circa 1890s

Background imageVisite Collection: Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll - Carte de Visite

Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll - Carte de Visite
Princess Louise, Duchess of Argyll (1848-1939) - Hill & Saunders Carte de Visite, circa 1860 Date: circa 1865

Background imageVisite Collection: The Art Power of Photography

The Art Power of Photography, reverse of photographers card, Sarony of Scarborough. (2 of 2) Date: 1863

Background imageVisite Collection: Airbus-Site-A380

Airbus-Site-A380
Le depute maire de Toulouse Philippe Douste-Blazy pose devant la maquette de l Airbus A380, le 21 octobre 2002 a Blagnac sur le chantier des hangars d Aeroconstellation qui pourront recevoir les

Background imageVisite Collection: Le Levrier et L Hirondelle Renault

Le Levrier et L Hirondelle Renault
The airship Swallow flies over a group of people playing tennis beside a Renault motor car

Background imageVisite Collection: Edwardian man in studio photo

Edwardian man in studio photo
Edwardian man (Arthur Auerbach) in a studio photo designed for use as a calling card (carte de visite). Date: circa 1912

Background imageVisite Collection: Youthful Edward, Prince of Wales - circa 1860

Youthful Edward, Prince of Wales - circa 1860
A youthful Edward, Prince of Wales (later King Edward VII) (1841-1910) in naval uniform. Date: circa 1860

Background imageVisite Collection: Henry Hancock, general and ophthalmic surgeon

Henry Hancock, general and ophthalmic surgeon
Henry Hancock (1809-1880), general and ophthalmic surgeon who served as President of the Royal College of Surgeons in 1872. circa 1870s

Background imageVisite Collection: Dr Watson Bradshaw, Naval Officer

Dr Watson Bradshaw, Naval Officer. mid-19th century

Background imageVisite Collection: Comic Carte de Visite portraits - Persons we all Know

Comic Carte de Visite portraits - Persons we all Know. late 19th century

Background imageVisite Collection: Price List, photographer C Vandyk, SW London

Price List, photographer C Vandyk, SW London
Photographer by royal appointment, C Vandyk, 125 Gloucester Road, South Kensington, SW London -- List of Prices. circa late 19th century

Background imageVisite Collection: Carte de Visite back design,s P L Phillips, photographer

Carte de Visite back design,s P L Phillips, photographer, Oxford House Studio, Cherry Orchard Road, and showroom at North End, Croydon. circa 1900

Background imageVisite Collection: Carte de Visite back design, H Ward, photographer

Carte de Visite back design, H Ward, photographer, 2 Station Road, West Croydon. circa 1900

Background imageVisite Collection: 500 Celebrated Personalities of the Age, carte de visite

500 Celebrated Personalities of the Age, carte de visite
500 Celebrated Personalities of the Age on a carte de visite. Supplied with a magnifying glass! 19th century

Background imageVisite Collection: Young Victorian woman

Young Victorian woman
A young Victorian woman on a carte de visite. Date: circa 1870s

Background imageVisite Collection: Sri Lanka-Buddhism-Religion

Sri Lanka-Buddhism-Religion
A tourist takes a photograph next to a statue of Buddha at the Kande Viharaya Temple in Aluthgama on February 10, 2016. AFP PHOTO / LAKRUWAN WANNIARACHCHI / AFP PHOTO / LAKRUWAN WANNIARACHCHI

Background imageVisite Collection: Albert Besnard, After the Visit (Aprašs sa visite), French, 1849 - 1934, 1900, etching

Albert Besnard, After the Visit (Aprašs sa visite), French, 1849 - 1934, 1900, etching in black on Van Gelder Zonen wove paper

Background imageVisite Collection: The Lesson in Charity (oil on canvas)

The Lesson in Charity (oil on canvas)
XIR232629 The Lesson in Charity (oil on canvas) by Gorp, Henri Nicolas van (c.1756-p.1819); Musee de l Hotel Sandelin, Saint-Omer, France; French, out of copyright

Background imageVisite Collection: The Prince Imperial - The son of Napoleon III of France

The Prince Imperial - The son of Napoleon III of France
A Carte de Visite photograph of a portrait painting of the Young Prince Imperial (Napoleon Eugene Louis Jean Joseph Bonaparte, 1856 1879) - son of Napoleon III of France. Date: circa 1865

Background imageVisite Collection: The last Reignng King of Kingdom of Hawaii - Kalakaua

The last Reignng King of Kingdom of Hawaii - Kalakaua
Kalakaua, born David Laamea Kamanakapuu Mahinulani Nalaiaehuokalani Lumialani Kalakaua ( The Merrie Monarch (1836-1891) - the last reigning king of the Kingdom of Hawaii

Background imageVisite Collection: La visite du camp par les commissaires aristocrates

La visite du camp par les commissaires aristocrates. Print shows an aristocrat and a clergyman at a military camp to inspect the troops are confronted by three jeering soldiers. Date 1790

Background imageVisite Collection: American Civil War era Tintype photograph

American Civil War era Tintype photograph
American Civil War era tinted Tintype photograph (there has been some colour added to his cheeks!) in Carte-de-Visite framing of a young man. Photograph by Lovejoy of Philadelphia. Date: circa 1862

Background imageVisite Collection: Horace Harral - Engraver

Horace Harral - Engraver (active 1844-1891). Date: 1878

Background imageVisite Collection: Double page spread in a diary for 23-28 October

Double page spread in a diary for 23-28 October
A double page spread in a young persons diary for 23-28 October. Each day is given a small illustration, relating either to the season, or to the anniversary of an historical event

Background imageVisite Collection: Young Victorian woman reading a letter

Young Victorian woman reading a letter
A young Victorian woman poses in the photographers studio, sitting on an upholstered chair reading a letter. She is wearing a wide crinoline dress with zigzag designs on the bodice

Background imageVisite Collection: Prince of Wales (later Edward VII)

Prince of Wales (later Edward VII)
The Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) in morning dress, sitting in the photographers studio

Background imageVisite Collection: Middle-aged Victorian woman

Middle-aged Victorian woman
A middle-aged Victorian woman poses in the photographers studio, leaning on the back of a chair, on the seat of which a small dog is sitting

Background imageVisite Collection: Princess Beatrice, later Princess Henry of Battenberg

Princess Beatrice, later Princess Henry of Battenberg
Princess Beatrice Mary Victoria Feodore, later Princess Henry of Battenberg (1857-1944), the fifth daughter and youngest child of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

Background imageVisite Collection: Young Victorian woman leaning on chair back

Young Victorian woman leaning on chair back
A young Victorian woman leans on the back of an upholstered chair in the photographers studio. Her hair is worn up, with a plait around the crown of her head

Background imageVisite Collection: Elderly Victorian woman in a crinoline dress

Elderly Victorian woman in a crinoline dress
An elderly Victorian woman in a dark crinoline dress sitting at the side of an ornate desk in the photographers studio. She wears a white bonnet and is looking rather severe

Background imageVisite Collection: Spirit Photo - Buguet

Spirit Photo - Buguet
Reverse of a carte-de-visite spirit photograph by Edouard Buguet

Background imageVisite Collection: Elegant Lady in Snow

Elegant Lady in Snow
Design by Paquin: black hobble skirt, fur-trimmed jacket in a bright floral print cut-away at the front & creating a tunic effect, cocked brim hat with aigrette & buckle shoes

Background imageVisite Collection: Woman in Robe De Visite

Woman in Robe De Visite
Her robe de visite is by Martial et Armand, and is made of mousseline de soie (= silk muslin)




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"Stepping back in time with 'visite': Exploring the Victorian era through captivating snapshots" A glimpse into the past: A Victorian gardener gracefully tends to his plants with a watering can in hand, Chelmsford. Royal romance captured: Princess Alice of Great Britain and Grand Duke Louis of Hesse pose elegantly in a studio portrait. Love knows no boundaries: Captain and Mrs Crabtree's studio portrait reflects their deep affection for each other. Courageous youth: A Boys Brigade Member strikes a powerful pose with a rifle, showcasing strength and determination. Harmonious melodies frozen in time: Moody & Sankey's photo immortalizes their musical partnership that touched hearts worldwide. Literary legends unite: Eliz Gaskell and C De Visite come together in this intriguing studio photograph, leaving us curious about their connection. Whimsical love on wheels: Lovers ride Penny Farthing Bicycles, capturing the spirit of adventure during 1870s. Timeless beauty against painted backdrops: A seated woman exudes grace as she poses for a studio photo amidst an artful scenery behind her. Love takes flight on two wheels: Witness the enchanting sight of couples embracing while riding bicycles - true romance on wheels. From cadet to officerhood: The journey begins as we catch a glimpse of a young Turkish Military Cadet who would later become an esteemed officer. Engineering marvel turned tragedy: The Tay Bridge stands tall before its fateful collapse, forever etching its name into Scotland's history books. Witnessing maritime grandeur : White Star Line proudly presents Oceanic and Britannic - three magnificent vessels that symbolize opulence at sea. Step into these vintage photographs and let 'visite' transport you to bygone eras filled with love, courage, royalty, music, engineering feats, and timeless beauty.