1885 Collection (page 73)

Jaquard Loom / C 1885
A family admiring a Jacquard loom

Gent and Dog by a Fire
The late captain of the First Eleven dreaming of old victories as he smokes his pipe and enjoys a roaring fire

Exmouth Drapers Card
Joseph Williams, draper, clothier, hosier and hatter of Exmouth

French Oil Lamps
A French lamplighter replenishes the oil in a street lamp, which he has pulled down to ground level for the purpose

Children Read in Garden
A girl sits on a wicker chair in the garden and reads to her three sisters. The youngest one sits on her lap and their puppy crouches on the ground

Wife Bought Sew Machine
Her husband stands over her, proud that he has been able to provide his little lady with a Household sewing machine to keep her usefully occupied

Dutch Printers Example
A splendid jeu d esprit from a Dutch printer, demonstrating his skill

Family Breakfast 1885
Presently her husband came into the room and she handed him the letter ; a typical Victorian husband examines a letter at the breakfast table

Girl on Swing C1885
A young girl swings with a doll in her lap

Paris Chemistry Lecture
A chemistry professor, holding a glass vessel, holds forth in a Parisian lecture hall

Chloroform Inhaler / 1885
Diagram of Junkers chloroform inhaler with an explanation of how it works

Ether / Anaesthetics / 1885
Using Dr. Ormsbys ether inhaler

Paul Bert / Anaesthetics
Dr. Paul Berts method of using compressed nitrous oxide

Victor Hugo / Vanity Fair
VICTOR HUGO French novelist in old age

Victor Hugo / Eichhorn
VICTOR HUGO French novelist in old age

Victor Hugo / Gill Globe
VICTOR HUGO French writer, sitting on top of the world

Insane Patients
Mental patients in the grounds of a French asylum - almost certainly the Hopital Saint- Anne, on the outskirts of Paris

French in Vietnam
FRENCH IN TONKIN The Foreign Legion, with Algerian and friendly Chinese troops, valiantly defend Tuyen-Quan against the Chinese besiegers

Shaftesbury / 7Th / Woodbury
FREDERICK THESIGER, first baron CHELMSFORD Statesman, Lord Chancellor

Ulyssess Grant
ULYSSESs GRANT American soldier and President

Gustav Nachtigal (Col)
GUSTAV NACHTIGAL German traveller in Africa

Gustav Nachtigal
GUSTAV NACHTIGAL German traveller in Africa

Zoroastrianism / Altar
A Zoroastrian worshipper prays before a small fire altar, in Baku

Rover Safety Bike
The Rover safety

Girls and Doll (Waugh)
One girl sits on a rocking chair; her little sister sits in her lap; and Dolly sits in little sisters lap

Girl Breaks Firewood 19C
A little girl breaks firewood across her knee: a bright fire blazes in the hearth

Girl with Birds C1885
A little girl feeds a flock of birds

Girl Feeds Donkey C1885
A little girl feeds daisies to a donkey over a fence

Girls Swing with Cat
Two little girls stand on a swing - a white kitten joins in the fun

Voyage En France
A family seeing the sights

Wedding Cake / 1885
A fine wedding cake which can be supplied on shortest notice by A Dressler, a refreshment contractor on Clapham Road, London

Hornbeam, Hazel Leaves
Hornbeam, hazel, birch, barberry and alder tree leaves in autumn colours

Oak, Ash, Elm Leaves
Oak, elm and ash tree leaves

Edward Shoots Swans
Edward, prince of Wales, that great sportsman, enjoys a fine day out shooting wild swan in Sweden

Striped Toilette ?1885
Costume in vertical striped fabric (see real swatch): pointed waist, deep V neck with falling lace collar, tunic hitched up at one side & trimmed with ribbon

Mother / Child / First Snow
The first snow of the year - two children stand at the door of the house watching the snowflakes as they fall

Shrimping / Ostend / C. 1885
Children shrimping at Ostend

Solomons Mines / Haggard
Allan Quartermain saves the servant Umbopa, thought by the witch to be evil

Stevenson. Poems
The Little Land

Stevenson / Poems / Foreign
Foreign Lands: " Up into the cherry tree Who should climb but little me? I held the trunk with both my hands, & looked abroad in foreign lands."

Stevenson / Poems / Hay-Loft
The Hay-loft: " Oh, what a joy to clamber there, Oh, what a place for play, "

Children / Water / Reflect
Looking-glass River: " We can see our coloured faces, Floating on the shaken pool"

Foreign Children: " Little Indian, Sioux, or Crow, Little frosty Eskimo, Little Turk or Japanese, Don t you wish that you were me?"

Boys Heads to Bed
A young boy goes to bed with a candle

Girl Undressing / Bed 1905
Bed in Summer: " In winter I get up at night, & dress by yellow candle- light. In summer quite the other way; I have to go to bed by day."

Harry Smith Parkes
HARRY SMITH PARKES British Commissioner of the allied commission at Canton

Sheffield Smoke
SHEFFIELD SMOKE factories at Sheffield, Yorkshire (England)

Mikhail Frunze
MIKHAIL FRUNZE Russian soldier and revolutionary, took part in 1905 rising and 1917 Revolution, considered one of the founders of the Red Army

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"Step back in time to the year 1885, a fascinating era captured through various hints. D. H. Lawrence's literary genius begins to blossom as he takes his first steps towards becoming an iconic writer. A photograph freezes a moment in time, preserving memories for generations to come. General C Gordon's courageous spirit shines through a captivating color lithograph, showcasing his remarkable leadership skills. Amidst the vastness of the sea, the majestic Cutty Sark sails gracefully, symbolizing adventure and exploration. At Box Station in 1885, bustling with activity and anticipation, people embark on journeys that will shape their lives forever. The Native American warrior Geronimo stands tall as a symbol of strength and resilience against adversity. Lady Fern, True Maidenhair, and Holly Fern add beauty and elegance to nature's tapestry. In Scotland, curling enthusiasts gather on icy rinks to engage in friendly competition while honing their skills at this beloved winter sport. Women take aim with precision during archery practice; determination etched upon their faces. The Battle of Abu Klea unfolds on January 17th - a historic clash where bravery meets sacrifice amidst desert sands. A regrettable reminder of our past is seen in a racist Pear's advertisement that serves as a stark contrast to progress made since then. Fast forward sixty years later; General George S Patton emerges onto the stage of history as an influential military leader during World War II. The enchanting melodies from Mikado fill the air as music sheets transport us into another world. " Note.