19th C Collection

MAUD POWELL (1868-1920). American violinist

TEXAS: LONE STAR FLAG, 1839. Lone Star Flag of Texas, 1839
TEXAS:LONE STAR FLAG, 1839. Lone Star Flag of Texas, 1839

Illustration of Ferranti testing 10, 000V cable V510 / 0013
19th Century power transmission. Illustration showing Sebastian Ziani de Ferranti (1864-1930) testing his 10, 000 Volt cable in 1890

Massachusetts, Nantucket. Sankaty Head, Sankaty lighthouse, est. 1850

Engraving of emperor Napolean Bonaparte from 1882
" Regency Style, Dictator, European Culture, Military Uniform, 19th C, Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 1821), 184605427

Advance of General McClellan, Yorktown, Virginia, 1862 Civil War Engraving
Engraving of the advance of the Federal Army under General McClellan toward Yorktown, Virginia on the road between Big Bethel and Yorktown, April 5, 1862

Engraving of Napolean Bonaparte on his horse Marengo from 1882
" Regency Style, Dictator, European Culture, Military Uniform, 19th C, Napoleon Bonaparte (1769 1821), 186868398

Cameron, from The Clans of the Scottish Highlands, pub. 1845 (colour lithograph)

Joseph Murray (1737-1820)
Artist: Barber, Thomas - Title: Joseph Murray (1737-1820) - Date: N/A - Original Medium and Size: Oil on Canvas 74.4 x 63.5

Strawberries Mouse 19th C. ? Oil canvas 27. 5 x 22. 5 cm
Strawberries with Mouse, 19th C.?, Oil on canvas, 27.5 x 22.5 cm, unspecified, Maria Sibylla Merian, (Nachahmer / imitator), Frankfurt a. M. 1647-1717 Amsterdam

An Ornamental Steel Boot hangs infront of the 19th Century Russian Orthodox Alexander Nevsky Cathedral on Toompea Hill, Located in the Unesco World Heritage Old Town The Baltic States, Estonia

Ukraine, Yalta. Massandra Palace, summer palace and home of Tsar Alexander III in the late 1800s. Built by French architect Bouchart in the Loire Valley castle style

Ukraine, Odessa. Historic Odessa Opera House & Theater, neo-baroque Italian style, circa 1887. Building detail

New York, Hudson River between Kingston and Troy. Historic Hudson-Athens Lighthouse, circa 1874

Maine, Rockland, Penobscot Bay. Owls Head State Park, historic Owls Head Lighthouse, circa 1852

Canada, New Brunswick, Bay of Fundy, Campobello. Campobello Island, historic East Quoddy Lighthouse (aka Head Harbour Light), circa 1829

New York State, Ogdensburg. Ogdensburg lighthouse located at the confluence of the St. Lawrence & Oswegatchie rivers, circa 1870

Massachusetts, Marthas Vineyard, Oak Bluffs. 19th century traditional Camp Meeting Cottage (aka Campground Cottage)

Ontario, Canada, Kingston. Kingston City Hall, considered one of the finest 19th century buildings in Canada

Ontario, Canada, Kingston. Fort Henry, National Historic Site, UNESCO. Reenactment soldiers in vintage 1867 uniforms

Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador, Labrador coast. Historic Battle Harbour, 18th & 19th century buildings in the National Historic District

Railroad Meets Wagon Train
Monument Point, Utah: c. 1868 The Central Pacific Railroads Jupiter engine passes by a wagon train during the construction of the transcontinental railroad on the north side of the Great Salt Lake

The Ford At Bull Run
Bull Run, Virginia: c. 1863. Troops gathered by the pontoon bridge at the Ford at Bull Run

Portrait Of Kit Carson
United States: c. 1865. Studio portrait of Christopher Kit Carson

Massachusetts, New Bedford. Palmer Island Lighthouse, circa 1849

Georgia, St. Simons Island, Frederica, Historic Christ Church, painted stained glass

Rhode Island, Newport. Historic Vanderbilt Italian Renasissance Golden Age mansion, The Breakers, circa 1895. Side garden view

Virginia, Norfolk. Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church, c. 1894

USA, North America, Rhode Island
Rhode Island, Newport. Historic Vanderbilt Italian Renasissance Golden Age mansion, The Breakers, circa 1895. Open-air veranda detail

South Africa, Cape Town. Stellenbosch, Dorp Street, Village Museum (aka Dorpmuseum). Historic O.M. Berghhuis (c.1850). Kitchen storage

Engraving of the Hoe Rotary Press
Engraving of a Hoe Rotary Press, designed by R.Hoe (1784-1832). This was the first successful design of a sheet-fed rotary press, and was used to print newspapers

Engraving of the Bullock Rotary Press of 1865
Engraving of a Bullock Rotary Press of 1865. Designed by one William Bullock, this was the first press to use continuous web feeding (ie from a roll of paper rather than individual sheets)

Westinghouse Automatic Air Brake
Today, the air brake is the standard, fail-safe train brake used by railways worldwide. Early train brakes were hand operated and largely ineffective

1888 color lithograph Jurassic solnhofen
Vivid colour lithograph for " Dr. Schuberts Naturgeschichte - Geologie, Mineralreich, Palaontologie". Published 1888 in Stuttgart by J.F. Shreiber. The palaeontology section by Dr

1888 colour lithograph cover Solnhofen
Vivid colour lithograph for " Dr. Schuberts Naturgeschichte - Geologie, Mineralreich, Palaontologie". Published 1888 in Stuttgart by J.F. Shreiber. The palaeontology section by Dr

19th century steam engines
Types of marine steam engines designed for various vessels: paddle steamer (1), steam yacht (2), merchant ships (3) and (7), and for navy vessels (4 and 5) and (6)

JOHANN ALBRECHTSBERGER (1736-1809). Johann Georg Albrechtsberger. Austrian composer and teacher. Oil painting by an anonymous artist

ERIK SATIE (1866-1925). French composer. Oil on canvas by Suzanne Valadon

THOMAS ATTWOOD (1765-1838). English musician and composer. Oil on canvas by an unknown artist

CURRIER & IVES: CHILDREN. The New Brood. Undated (c1860) lithograph by Currier & Ives

CARL F. ZELTER (1758-1832). German composer and conductor: lithgoraph, German, 19th century, after the painting by Carl Begas

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The 19th century was a time of great innovation, exploration, and artistic expression. From the groundbreaking discoveries in science to the captivating works of art, this era left an indelible mark on history. One such illustration that epitomizes this period is Ferranti testing a 10, 000V cable V510/0013. This image showcases the advancements made in electrical engineering during the 19th century. Another emblematic symbol from this time is the Lone Star Flag of Texas, designed in 1839. It represents the spirit of independence and resilience that characterized not only Texas but also many other regions striving for self-determination during this era. In Massachusetts lies Nantucket with its iconic Sankaty Head lighthouse established in 1850. This architectural marvel stands as a testament to maritime navigation and safety measures developed throughout the century. Newstead Abbey in Nottinghamshire offers a glimpse into aristocratic life during this period. The serene Upper Lake surrounding it adds to its picturesque beauty, reminding us of romantic ideals prevalent at that time. Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte's engraving from 1882 captures his commanding presence and influence over Europe during his reign. His legacy continues to fascinate historians and enthusiasts alike even centuries later. Felix Mendelssohn's drawing by Aubrey Beardsley portrays one of Germany's most celebrated composers from the early-mid-19th century. His musical compositions continue to captivate audiences worldwide today. Sambre and Meuse painting on canvas reflects artists' fascination with landscapes during this era. The use of oil paints brings out vibrant colors while capturing nature's beauty through their skilled brushstrokes. Don Juan of Austria visiting Miguel de Cervantes depicted on canvas transports us back to Spain's golden age literature intertwined with historical events—a tribute to both literary genius and political intrigue within Spanish society at that time.