1864 Collection (page 61)

Draped Skeleton
Draped skeleton

New Zealand Maori Dance
The HAU-HAU, a religious /patriotic dance of the Pai Marire fanatics, which expresses in dance movement a challenge to the authorities, somewhat like a war dance

Fashions for July 1864
Girl: white dress, magenta Swiss corselet with petal-like basques. Black trimmed purple dress with long pointed scallop edged basques. Fawn coloured mantle with tassels

Palmerston / Walker 1864
Viscount H J T Palmerston Statesman

Palmerston / Illus T 1864
HENRY JOHN TEMPLE, Third Viscount PALMERSTON statesman, riding at age 81, at his home, Broadlands

Guerrilla Attack
FRENCH EXPEDITION Mexican guerrillas attack General Bazaines courrier, near San-Antonio de la Soledad

Maximilian Invited
Maximilian, archduke of Austria, accepts the invitation of a group of Mexican notables in exile to become Emperor of Mexico, at his home at Miramar

F Bligh Bond
FREDERICK BLIGH BOND psychic archeologist, editor &c, associated with doscoveries at Glastonbury

Israel Zangwill, British-Jewish humourist and writer
Israel Zangwill (1864-1926), British-Jewish humourist and writer

Building Blackfriars Station, City of London
The construction of Blackfriars Station, looking towards Saint Pauls Cathedral in the City of London

People Boarding a Train
People boarding a train

Tarradale Viaduct
View of the Tarradale Viaduct on the Melbourne and Sandhurst Railway, Australia

Nathaniel Hawthorne / 58
NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE (originally Hathorne) American writer at the age of 58

Ulyssess Grant / 1864
ULYSSESs GRANT American Civil War General, and later President

Birds / Pigeons
Prize pigeons at the show of the Philo-Peristeron society held in freemasons hall

Wilhelm Wien 1911
WILHELM WIEN German physicist and Nobel Prizewinner in 1911

Ludwig Ii / Schachinger
KING LUDWIG II OF BAVARIA Reigned from March 1864 until June 1886

Wh Nernst / Nobel 1921
WALTHER HERMANN NERNST German physicist and chemist

Meyerbeer / Nd Postcard
GIACOMO MEYERBEER German composer of Italian operas

Sinking of a Frigate
The sinking of a frigate

Kearsarge Sinks Alabama
Scene showing the sailors on deck of the Confederate war- steamer Alabama when she is hit by an 11 inch shell from the Federal war-steamer Kearsarge

Papal Jubilee 1865
Pope Pius IX tells cardinals, archbishops and bishops that next year - 1865 - will be a Jubilee Year

Charles Penaud
CHARLES PENAUD French naval

Robert Cecil / R Haines
VISCOUNT ROBERT CECIL British statesman at his desk

Elinor Glyn / Cig Card
ELINOR GLYN nee SUTHERLAND British novelist born in Jersey, CI

Vesta Tilley / E Pyke
VESTA TILLEY Music hall entertainer, best known for her male impersonations

Aimable Pelissier
Aimable Jean Jacques PELISSIER, duc de Malakoff French mlitary commander and diplomat

John Leech / Caldesi Cdv
JOHN LEECH Artist and cartoonist

Royals in Mexico 1864
Mexican royals Emperor Maximilian and Empress Charlotte are applauded by some (but not all) Mexicans

Danish-Prussian War
Storming of DER DUPPELER SCHANZEN by the Prussians : depicted is the entry of the 3rd and 4th Garde-Regiments into the Danish fortifications

Duke of Clarence / Downey
ALBERT VICTOR, DUKE OF CLARENCE AND AVONDALE Elder son of Edward VII, died of pneumonia aged 28

Duke of Clarence / Iln 85
ALBERT VICTOR, DUKE OF CLARENCE AND AVONDALE Elder son of Edward VII, died of pneumonia aged 28

Duke of Clarence / Sepia
ALBERT VICTOR, DUKE OF CLARENCE AND AVONDALE Elder son of Edward VII, photographed in Scottish dress with his brother George (later George V)

Zangwill / Photo 1895
ISRAEL ZANGWILL English playwright and novelist, with a special interest in Jewish themes

Jh Speke / Hollyer / Southwl
JOHN HANNING SPEKE Traveller in Africa

Duke of Clarence / Beagles
ALBERT VICTOR, DUKE OF CLARENCE AND AVONDALE Elder son of Edward VII, died of pneumonia at the age of 28

London Oyster Stall
A London stall : Penny a lot, Oysters ! Penny a lot !

Offenbach / Belle Helene
Brasseur as Menelas, and Simon-Girard as Helene, in this spoof on the heroes and divinities of Ancient Greece

Suspension Bridge
Bristol: Clifton Suspension Bridge, opened 8 December 1864

Thames / Embankment 1864
EMBANKMENT construction work, looking down the river from Westminster Bridge

Zouave Jacket 1864
Red & black zouave jacket, white dress, skirt trimmed with a wide ruched border. Green dress ornamented with black straps held in place with buttons. Child: mantle

Exchanging Goods at Fair
Traders exchanging goods at a Kaffir fair

Vietnam / Saigon River
Saigon: right bank of the river, with various vessels

Railways in Brazil
A temporary rail bridge and the Station of Rodeio on the Railway of Pedro II in Brazil

Leap Year / Phiz / 1864
A solemn warning to single men Ladies take advantage of the custom of proposing to men on February 29th

Crinoline Advert. 1864
PHILPOTTs SANSFLECTUM CRINOLINES : approved by the Englishwomans Domestic Magazine and by the Morning Post, these frames hold up the crinoline dress

Lincoln (Postcard)
ABRAHAM LINCOLN U.S. President, in 1864

Lincoln in 1864
ABRAHAM LINCOLN U.S. President in 1864

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"1864: A Year of Triumphs, Tragedies, and Transformations" In 1864, the world witnessed a myriad of events that shaped history. From the grandeur of Alexandra Palace's design in London to the poetic brilliance of John Clare and Hilton, creativity thrived. Meanwhile, on American soil, the Battle of Franklin unfolded with devastating consequences as depicted in Kurz & Allison's haunting lithograph. Amidst the chaos of war, Nathan Bedford Forrest emerged as an influential figure; his photograph captured his determination during this tumultuous period. The Battle of the Wilderness further intensified the horrors faced by soldiers on both sides in America's Civil War. Yet amidst these dark times, humanity displayed its ugliest side through plundering plantations during Sherman's March to the Sea. This ruthless act left scars on a nation torn apart by conflict. Beyond borders and battlefields lay distant lands like East India Islands marked on maps - destinations filled with mystery and opportunity. Closer to home was Crossley and Porter Orphanage in Halifax where hope bloomed for those less fortunate. Away from strife and struggle were moments of leisure such as July 1864's Sailing Barge Match on the Thames - a spectacle that brought joy to spectators' hearts. And who could forget Davenport Brothers' mesmerizing performances that captivated audiences seeking escapism? As we reflect upon "1864, " we are reminded that history is not merely dates etched into textbooks but rather a tapestry woven with triumphs, tragedies, and transformations. It serves as a reminder that even amidst darkness there is always room for resilience, compassion, artistry. . and hope for brighter days ahead.