19th Collection (page 6)

The Drunken Dandy, after Felicien Rops. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard
1000864 The Drunken Dandy, after Felicien Rops. From Illustrierte Sittengeschichte vom Mittelalter bis zur Gegenwart by Eduard Fuchs, published 1909.; Private Collection.

Map of Athens and Piraeus, Greece, mid 19th century. From The Imperial Bible Dictionary, published 1889
955359 Map of Athens and Piraeus, Greece, mid 19th century. From The Imperial Bible Dictionary, published 1889.; Private Collection.

Athens, Greece, from a 19th century engraving. From The Imperial Bible Dictionary, published 1889
955339 Athens, Greece, from a 19th century engraving. From The Imperial Bible Dictionary, published 1889.; Private Collection.

King Edward VII at a privy council meeting at Buckingham Palace, London, 19th century (engraving)
3039855 King Edward VII at a privy council meeting at Buckingham Palace, London, 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott, 5th Duke of Buccleuch, 7th Duke of Queensberry, 1806 - 1884, aka Earl of Dalkeith
3062109 Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott, 5th Duke of Buccleuch, 7th Duke of Queensberry, 1806 - 1884, aka Earl of Dalkeith.; Private Collection; (add.info.: British politician and nobleman)

Lord Augustus William Frederick Spencer Loftus, 1817 - 1904
3062100 Lord Augustus William Frederick Spencer Loftus, 1817 - 1904.; Private Collection; (add.info.: British diplomat and colonial administrator, 15th Governor of New South Wales)

Reception of President Washington at New York USA April 23rd, 1879. From a 19th century print engraved by J Rogers
3052893 Reception of President Washington at New York USA April 23rd, 1879. From a 19th century print engraved by J Rogers after J McNevin; Private Collection.

Major Dix at the Battle of Buena Vista 1847. John Adams Dix 1798-1879 American politician
3052885 Major Dix at the Battle of Buena Vista 1847. John Adams Dix 1798-1879 American politician and distinguished Civil War General From a 19th century print engraved by J C Armytage after H

Richmond Pearson Hobson, 1870 - 1937. Published 1900 (photo)
2967868 Richmond Pearson Hobson, 1870 - 1937. Published 1900 (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: United States Navy Rear Admiral and a United States Representative from Alabama)

Christian's fight with Appolyon. From The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan. 19th century print
2603551 Christian's fight with Appolyon. From The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan. 19th century print.; (add.info)

Christian relieved of his burden. From The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan. 19th century print
2603526 Christian relieved of his burden. From The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan. 19th century print.; (add.info)

Giant Grim and Feeble-Mind. From The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan. 19th century print
2603513 Giant Grim and Feeble-Mind. From The Pilgrim's Progress by John Bunyan. 19th century print.; (add.info.: Illustration from the theological fiction 'The Pilgrim's Progress' by)

View of the main Street, Cetinje, Montenegro in the 19th century
3062099 View of the main Street, Cetinje, Montenegro in the 19th century.; Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Century Edition of Cassell's History of England, published c. 1900).

A view of Levuka, Island of Ovalau, Fiji Islands at the time of the annexation in 1875
3062094 A view of Levuka, Island of Ovalau, Fiji Islands at the time of the annexation in 1875.; Private Collection; (add.info.: From The Century Edition of Cassell's History of England)

David Livingstone, 1813 - 1873
3062091 David Livingstone, 1813 - 1873.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Scottish Congregationalist, pioneer, medical missionary and explorer in Africa. His portrait and signature)

The bridal robe of a Daimyo or Daimio's daughter in the 19th century, c.1913 (b/w photo)
3033746 The bridal robe of a Daimyo or Daimio's daughter in the 19th century, c.1913 (b/w photo); Private Collection; (add.info)

Plan of the Waterloo Campaign, June 16-18, 1815. From Historical Atlas, published 1923
2603478 Plan of the Waterloo Campaign, June 16-18, 1815. From Historical Atlas, published 1923..

Portrait of French poet, Charles Baudelaire (engraving)
1735066 Portrait of French poet, Charles Baudelaire (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving by Maurand).

Leon Gambetta (1838-1882) French lawyer and politician (engraving)
1733358 Leon Gambetta (1838-1882) French lawyer and politician (engraving); (add.info.: Leon Gambetta (1838-1882) french lawyer and politician Engraving after a drawing by Collombaz).

Carl Friedrich Gauss (1777-1855) German mathematician, astronomer and physicist, engraving
1733357 Carl Friedrich Gauss (1777-1855) German mathematician, astronomer and physicist, engraving; (add.info.: Carl Friedrich Gauss (1777-1855) german mathematician, astronomer and physicist

The agouti from "La Menagerie du Museum National d'Histoire Naturelle", 1808 (engraving)
1733225 The agouti from "La Menagerie du Museum National d'Histoire Naturelle", 1808 (engraving); (add.info.: The agouti)

Hunting in forest of Compiegne, 1862 : man with dgos, engraving
1732867 Hunting in forest of Compiegne, 1862 : man with dgos, engraving; (add.info.: Hunting in forest of Compiegne, 1862 : man with dgos, engraving).

Felicien David (1810-1876) French composer, engraving
1732809 Felicien David (1810-1876) French composer, engraving; (add.info.: Felicien David (1810-1876) french composer, engraving).

Johann Heinrich Fussli (Henry Fuseli 1741-1825) swiss painter and writer, engraving
1732494 Johann Heinrich Fussli (Henry Fuseli 1741-1825) swiss painter and writer, engraving; (add.info.: Johann Heinrich Fussli (Henry Fuseli 1741-1825) swiss painter and writer, engraving).

Suits from Moselle (Lorraine, France) : a family : mother, father and their 3 children, 1835, engraving
1732448 Suits from Moselle (Lorraine, France) : a family : mother, father and their 3 children, 1835, engraving; (add.info.: Suits from Moselle (Lorraine, France) : a family : mother

Michael Faraday (1791-1867) English chemist and physicist, engraving
1732440 Michael Faraday (1791-1867) English chemist and physicist, engraving; (add.info.: Michael Faraday (1791-1867) english chemist and physicist, engraving).

Suleiman Pasha, French officer who became head of the Egyptian army, engraving
1732135 Suleiman Pasha, French officer who became head of the Egyptian army, engraving; (add.info.: Suleiman Pasha (born Joseph Anthelme Seve 1788-1860)

The foyer of the "Theatre du Chatelet" in Paris, c. 1860, engraving
1730641 The foyer of the "Theatre du Chatelet" in Paris, c. 1860, engraving; (add.info.: The foyer of the "Theatre du Chatelet" in Paris, c. 1860, engraving).

Roger de Beauvoir (1806-1866) French novelist and playwright, engraving
1721615 Roger de Beauvoir (1806-1866) French novelist and playwright, engraving; (add.info.: Roger de Beauvoir (1806-1866) french novelist and playwright, engraving).

Wedding of Ferdinand-Philippe Duke of Orleans (LouisPhilippe's son) with Helene de Mecklembourg-Schwerin in
1721496 Wedding of Ferdinand-Philippe Duke of Orleans (LouisPhilippe's son) with Helene de Mecklembourg-Schwerin in Fontainebleau May 30, 1837

Procession of penitents in Limoges, France, 13-14th century, 1876 (engraving)
1730493 Procession of penitents in Limoges, France, 13-14th century, 1876 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving after a drawing by Sellier, 1876).

Adelina Patti Italian opera Singer, engraving, c. 1867
1730434 Adelina Patti Italian opera Singer, engraving, c. 1867; (add.info.: Adelina Patti (1843-1919) italian opera singer, engraving, c. 1867).

French comedian Melle Mars (1779-1847) as Dona Sol in play Hernani in 1830, engraving
1721375 French comedian Melle Mars (1779-1847) as Dona Sol in play Hernani in 1830, engraving; (add.info.: French comedian Melle Mars (1779-1847) as Dona Sol in play Hernani in 1830, engraving).

Airship by Edmond-Charles Genet 1825 : propelled by 3 horses, engraving
1730015 Airship by Edmond-Charles Genet 1825 : propelled by 3 horses, engraving; (add.info.: Airship by Edmond-Charles Genet 1825 : propelled by 3 horses, engraving).

Women's fashion in France, 1815, engraving
1720738 Women's fashion in France, 1815, engraving; (add.info.: Women's fashion in France, 1815, engraving).

Women's fashion in 1817 (Restoration), France, engraving
1720700 Women's fashion in 1817 (Restoration), France, engraving; (add.info.: Women's fashion in 1817 (Restoration), France, engraving).

Mexico : women preparing tortillas (corn pancake), engraving, 1854
1729217 Mexico : women preparing tortillas (corn pancake), engraving, 1854; (add.info.: Mexico : women preparing tortillas (corn pancake), engraving, 1854).

view of the harbour in Nantes Brittany France around 1832, engraving
1707302 view of the harbour in Nantes Brittany France around 1832, engraving; (add.info.: view of the harbour in Nantes Brittany France around 1832, engraving).

Fashionable woman near the Palais Royale, Paris, circa 1815. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Benjamin
FLO4671743 Fashionable woman near the Palais Royale, Paris, circa 1815. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Benjamin Rotch's " Manners and Customs of the French," London, Sotheran

Boulevard performers, musicians, conjurers, quacks and monkey trainers, Paris, circa 1815
FLO4671728 Boulevard performers, musicians, conjurers, quacks and monkey trainers, Paris, circa 1815. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Benjamin Rotch's " Manners

Children's costumes from the environs of Rouen. Handcoloured fashion plate illustration by Pecheux engraved by
FLO4658625 Children's costumes from the environs of Rouen. Handcoloured fashion plate illustration by Pecheux engraved by Gatine from Louis-Marie Lante's 105 Costumes of the Departments along

Pedro Benito Antonio Quevedo y Quintano, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub
3473309 Pedro Benito Antonio Quevedo y Quintano, after an etching in Retratos de Los Espanoles Ilustres, Madrid, Spain, pub. 1791; (add.info.: Pedro Benito Antonio Quevedo y Quintano, 1736 - 1818)

A Jewish Rabbi Dressed for Prayers, after an engraving by R
3916893 A Jewish Rabbi Dressed for Prayers, after an engraving by R; (add.info.: A Jewish Rabbi Dressed for Prayers, after an engraving by R. Young, 1816)

Portrait of Henrik Ibsen, 1901 (print)
3919270 Portrait of Henrik Ibsen, 1901 (print); (add.info.: Henrik Ibsen - portrait standing. Vanity Fair caricature by SNAPP (identity unknown)

Cat's claw flower, Martynia speciosa, native to Mexico. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Barrois
FLO4570106 Cat's claw flower, Martynia speciosa, native to Mexico. Handcoloured stipple copperplate engraving by Barrois from a botanical illustration by Pancrace Bessa from Mordant de

Orpheus, from a 19th century print, from Les Maitres de la Sensibilite Francaise Au XVIII Siecle
3742705 Orpheus, from a 19th century print, from Les Maitres de la Sensibilite Francaise Au XVIII Siecle; (add.info.: Orpheus, from a 19th century print)

Nautch girl or singing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings
FLO4565576 Nautch girl or singing girl, India, in embroidered silks and muslins with bracelets, necklaces and earrings. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic

Khidmutgar or waiter, in tunic, wide trousers, turban and sash, carrying a glass and saucer
FLO4565511 Khidmutgar or waiter, in tunic, wide trousers, turban and sash, carrying a glass and saucer. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from " Asiatic Costumes,"

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"19th Century Charm: Exploring the Beauty of Polperro, Cornwall" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of 19th-century Polperro, Cornwall. This captivating coastal village is a treasure trove of history and natural beauty. As you stroll through the narrow streets lined with picturesque houses on the hillside, you'll be greeted by an array of vibrant flowers, including hortensias and lilacs that fill the air with their sweet fragrance. Plate 113 captures a delightful scene from this era - five little girls joyfully playing amidst the charming backdrop of Polperro. Their innocence and laughter echo through time. Hannah Rowett's portrait transports us to around 1860 when her grace and elegance were immortalized on canvas. Her presence adds a touch of refinement to this quaint fishing village. Five young ladies pose gracefully for another snapshot, showcasing both their fashionable attire and the timeless allure of Polperro during the 1860s-1870s. In Plate 127 lies a hidden gem - a wine cellar brimming with aged bottles waiting to be uncorked. Imagine savoring exquisite wines while surrounded by centuries-old stone walls steeped in history. Speaking of masterpieces, we can't forget Ludwig van Beethoven's manuscript page from his String Quartet in C Major, Op. 59 No. 3 dating back to 1806. The delicate notes penned by one of history's greatest composers remind us that art transcends time itself. And let's not overlook Strawberry Wilmots Superb - a delectable treat that tantalizes taste buds even today. This luscious fruit variety has stood the test of time as it continues to delight generations with its sweetness. So come along on this journey through time as we uncover Polperro's rich heritage captured within these glimpses from yesteryears.