1883 Collection (page 73)

Customs / Christmas / Robins
Wintry scene, with robin

Hreenaway Children Dance
Children country dancing on a village green

Mother Knitting with Kid
Mother knitting whilst speaking to her daughter

Mother & Sleepy Boy
Mother and sleepy boy attended to by maid with candle

Afternoon Tea (G way)
Mother and children around the table for tea

Mum & Disappointed Child
A mother and disappointed daughter

Children / Orphan Girl
An Orphan girl dressed in black and looking very lonely and sad

Driving the Bees
DRIVING THE BEES from the old hive to the new; illustration to The Pleasure and Profits of Bee-Driving

Long John Silver

Card - by the Sea
LADY BY THE SEA

Mermaid (Crane)
A mermaid on a rock

Classroom / Boy Cheating
Schoolboy at the back of the classroom cheating during the exams

14th Baron Berners
SIR GERALD HUGH TYRWHITT-WILSON 14TH BARON BERNERS English composer and painter

Brits at Hong Kong
As British residents enjoy their afternoon tea, they also enjoy a spectacular view of Victoria from the eastern hills

WILLIAMS (1800 - 1883)
SIR WILLIAM FENWICK WILLIAMS Military hero (Crimea, defence of Kars) and colonial administrator

Tunguska / Kulik Portrat
LEONID KULIK (1883 - 1942) Discovered the impact site, spent most his life unsuccessfully trying to prove it was a meteorite

FLOTOW (1812 - 1883)
FRIEDRICH VON FLOTOW - German musician. Date: 1812 - 1883

Classroom Scene 1883
A group of female students discuss a piece of school work

Events / Ireland / Terrorism
Fenian Nitro-Glycerine factory, found in Ledsam St, Birmingham

NOBEL (1833 - 1896)
ALFRED NOBEL Swedish inventor, manufacturer and prize-giver aged about 50 (ca 1883)

RICHARD WAGNER 1813-1883
WILHELM RICHARD WAGNER German composer

Wagner / Tid / Bayreuth
RICHARD WAGNER German musician, playing to friends at Bayreuth

St Pancras Interior
The interior of the station, showing the magnificent canopy dwarfing the trains beneath

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1883: A year of cultural milestones, historical events, and artistic marvels. From the timeless compositions of Richard Wagner to the innovative linoleum manufacturers' advertisements, this year was a tapestry of creativity and progress. The Treasure Island Map captivated imaginations with its hidden treasures waiting to be discovered, while Gabrielle Coco Chanel revolutionized fashion with her visionary designs. The mesmerizing Krakatoa sunsets inspired breathtaking artworks that captured the ethereal beauty of nature's fury. Boadicea (Boudica) symbolized strength and resilience in an era marked by empowerment movements. In the realm of music, Wagner's genius continued to enchant audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on classical compositions. Karl Marx's postcard served as a reminder of his influential ideas that shaped political discourse for generations to come. Meanwhile, John Maynard Keynes laid the foundation for modern economic theory through his groundbreaking contributions. The Tank Battle on the Somme showcased British MkIV and German A7V tanks clashing in a display of military prowess and technological advancement during World War I. And amidst it all, Karl Marx found solace in his study as he delved into profound philosophical reflections, a mosaic where art met history; where innovation intertwined with tradition; where visionaries left their imprints on society's fabric. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and serves as inspiration for future generations.