C1886 Collection

American Civil War 1861-1865: 'Sheridan's Final Charge at Winchester'
528429 American Civil War 1861-1865: 'Sheridan's Final Charge at Winchester'. Battle of Opequon also called Third Battle of Winchester, 19 September 1864

American Civil War 1861-1865: 'Sheridan's Ride'. Battle of Opequon also called Third Battle of Winchester
528510 American Civil War 1861-1865: 'Sheridan's Ride'. Battle of Opequon also called Third Battle of Winchester, 19 September 1864

Girl with Flowers C1886
A young girl in a country garden, surrounded by flowers. Date: circa 1886

A Taverna at Posillipo, c1886. Oil on canvas. Vincenzo Migliaro (1858-1938) Italian painter. Terrace Shade Refreshment Sea

Singers special Safety Bicycle (c1886). Chain-driven machine introducing the diamond frame which gave greater rigidity in spite of lightness. Wood engraving 1890

Alexander III (1845-1894), Tsar of Russia from 1881. Portrait c1886 by Ivan Kramskoi (1837-1887) Russian painter. Three-quarter image of Alexander in military uniform, hand on sword

American Civil War 1861-1865: Sheridans Ride. Battle of Opequon also called Third Battle of Winchester, 19 September 1864. Union forces under Sheridan defeated Confederates under Early. Print c1886

American Civil War 1861-1865: Sheridans Final Charge at Winchester. Battle of Opequon also called Third Battle of Winchester, 19 September 1864

Raising the Circus Tent, c. 1886
Engraving showing the raising of the big top as a circus arrives in an English country town, c.1886. The two men in the foreground are shown driving a stake into the ground

Amateur Photographers at the Circus, c. 1886
Engraving showing a group of amateur photographers, ready to indulge their hobby, at a visiting circus, c.1886

Circus Elephants arriving in an English country town, c. 1886
Engraving showing the arrival of some circus elephants at an English country town, c.1886. Onlookers gather to watch the visiting circus, with all its unusual animals, arrive in town

Circus Procession, c. 1886
Engraving showing a circus procession heading towards the Big Top at the start of a show, in an English country town, c.1886

Circus Performance, c. 1886
Engraving showing a performance under way, during a travelling circus visit to an English country town, c.1886. The audience look on, amused

Circus Elephant pinching a hat, c. 1886
Engraving showing an elephant using its trunk to borrow a womans hat, during a circus visit to an English country town, c.1886

Girl Sweeps Snow C1886
A little girl attempts to sweep away the snow, as more snowflakes fall; a robin looks up at her

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In the winter of circa 1886, a little girl diligently sweeps away the snow from the steps of her home, accompanied by a curious robin who watches her every move. The scene captures the innocence and simplicity of life during this era. Another glimpse into this time period takes us to a beautiful painting titled "Girl with Flowers C1886. " This artwork portrays a young girl holding an array of vibrant flowers, showcasing nature's beauty and perhaps symbolizing hope and joy in an otherwise challenging world. Meanwhile, at Posillipo, Italy, in c1886, Vincenzo Migliaro skillfully immortalizes a picturesque taverna on canvas. His oil painting transports us to that moment in time when people gathered at this charming establishment to enjoy good company and indulge in delicious food and drink. The year it also witnessed significant advancements in transportation technology. Singers special Safety Bicycle emerged as a chain-driven machine that revolutionized cycling. This invention introduced new possibilities for travel and leisure activities while promoting safety on two wheels. Turning our attention to politics, Ivan Kramskoi's portrait depicts Alexander III, Tsar of Russia from 1881. Painted around 1886, it offers insight into the leader's character during a tumultuous period marked by political unrest and social change. Shifting gears back to history unfolds one of the most iconic moments from the American Civil War: Sheridans Ride at Opequon Battle. In 1864 or thereabouts (c1886), General Philip Sheridan led his troops fearlessly into battle against Confederate forces as they fought for their ideals on American soil. Continuing with Sheridans legacy comes another pivotal event - his Final Charge at Winchester - which took place during the same war years (1861-1865). This daring maneuver showcased Sheridan's strategic brilliance as he led Union soldiers towards victory against Confederate adversaries. Stepping away from war-related themes, we delve into the enchanting world of the circus. In c.