C1900 Collection

Mr Foxs Hunt Breakfast on Christmas Day
Mr Foxs Hunt Breakfast by Harry Bingham Nielson (1861-1941), showing a group of foxes dressed in hunting garb, sitting down to a breakfast of game birds

Absence Makes Heart
A photograph with the model posed as a homage to Absence Makes the Heart Grow Fonder by Marcus Stone

Grace, Jones & Jephson
Three county cricket captains, from left - Mr A.O. Jones, Dr W.G. Grace and Mr. D.L.A. Jephson

Verdi / Rigoletto / Liebig2
La Scala, Milano, and a scene from the opera which was actually first performed at La Fenice, Venezia

York / Low Petergate C1900
York: Low Petergate

Japanese Tattoo C1900
A TATTOOED JAPANESE MAN Tattooing of this complex and highly-coloured type was at one time not uncommon in Japan

Jockey and Saddle C1900
A jockey carrying his saddle on his back

Traffic Police C. 1900
Three police officers, one in uniform and two in plain clothes working together to catch speeding motorists. The two plain clothed policemen hold stopwatches

The Revenge under command of Sir Richard Grenville (c1542-91) engaging Spanish fleet off Flores. Cut off from English fleet, fought until overwhelmed 1591

Dunce at School
A boy stands on a stool with a dunces cap on his head. Date: circa 1900

Charles Booth (1840-1916)
Photographic portrait of Charles Booth (1840-1916), the English shipowner, statistician and social reformer, date unknown

Geisha / Instruments / C1900
Three geisha, in informal kimono: one practises on her shamisen whilst another reads

Japanese Geisha / C1900
Young geisha reading

Mellins Food poster
A group of small children in fancy dress line up to advertise Mellins food

Karlsbad / Sprudel C1900
Karlsbad: the Sprudel

Bacteriological laboratory, France, 1890s. Chromolithograph c1900
527488 Bacteriological laboratory, France, 1890s. Chromolithograph c1900.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe
526428 The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. First published in 1719, it is claimed to be the first English novel

Winter work for cowboys: Pulling a beast out of a muddy creek. Illustration published c1900
527952 Winter work for cowboys: Pulling a beast out of a muddy creek. Illustration published c1900.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas - coming ashore to lay their eggs and being caught and turned over by sailors
530271 Green (Edible) Turtle - Chelonia mydas - coming ashore to lay their eggs and being caught and turned over by sailors. Turtle meat greatly prized

A German airship designed by Count von Zeppelin and, at the top right corner
527372 A German airship designed by Count von Zeppelin and, at the top right corner, the much smaller French airship 'Parseval'. Liebig trade card c1900.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, 11-15 December 1862
528435 American Civil War 1861-1865: Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia, 11-15 December 1862. Confederate General Robert E Lee with his staff officers viewing progress of the battle

Wotan (Odin) god of wisdom, poetry and war. At top left hiss daughter Brunhilder
537952 Wotan (Odin) god of wisdom, poetry and war. At top left hiss daughter Brunhilder, foremost of the Valkyries carries a wounded warrior to Valhalla

Trojan War: 13th or 12th century BC. The Greeks outside Troy. Wood engraving c1900
537573 Trojan War: 13th or 12th century BC. The Greeks outside Troy. Wood engraving c1900; (add.info.: Trojan War: 13th or 12th century BC. The Greeks outside Troy)

Late 19th century glass factory. In the centre a worker is making a cylinder of glass which will be flattened
527376 Late 19th century glass factory. In the centre a worker is making a cylinder of glass which will be flattened and formed into a sheet, mainly used for window

Siemens factory, Markgrafen Strasse, Berlin, c1900. Siemens Brothers produced electrical telegraphy equipnent from 1847
527337 Siemens factory, Markgrafen Strasse, Berlin, c1900. Siemens Brothers produced electrical telegraphy equipnent from 1847

Spanish-American War 1898: Battle of Manila Bay, Philippines, 1 May 1898, the first major engagement of the conflict
528438 Spanish-American War 1898: Battle of Manila Bay, Philippines, 1 May 1898, the first major engagement of the conflict. Commodore George Dewey's cruiser leading action

Ancient British Arch-Druid wearing the Breastplate of Judgement. Wood engraving c1900
533565 Ancient British Arch-Druid wearing the Breastplate of Judgement. Wood engraving c1900; (add.info.: Ancient British Arch-Druid wearing the Breastplate of Judgement)

A man and his pig, looking for truffles. Date: circa 1900

Trai-Hut, on the Red River. Date: circa 1900

An Aboriginal climbs a tree Date: circa 1900

PARTY / GERMAN BALL C1900
The bandleader exhorts the dancers to greater efforts at a lively German ball Date: circa 1900

SOCIAL / CHEAPSIDE C1900
Cheapside, City of London, busy with buses and pedestrians Date: circa 1900

ATHENS / AREOPAGUS C1900
Athens: the Areopagus (Mars Hill) Date: circa 1900

3 SKIERS C1900
Three skiers make their way through heavy snow. Date: circa 1900

DRESDEN / LANDING C1900
Dresden: general view, with buildings and boats Date: circa 1900

PARIS / LOUVRE INT C1900
Le Louvre: interior view, Galerie dApollon Date: circa 1900

MONTE CARLO / CASINO C1900
Monte Carlo: the Casino and terraces Date: circa 1900

VIENNA / STUBENRING C1900
Vienna: the Stubenring Date: circa 1900

ELTHAM / HIGH STREET C1900
Eltham High Street, south-east London Date: circa 1900

WORKINGTON / CUMBRIA C1900
Workington, Cumbria: Pow Street Date: circa 1900

ENGLISH VEG GARDEN C1900
Picking vegetables in an English vegetable garden. Date: circa 1900

ITALY / MIRAMAR C1900
Miramar, near Trieste Date: circa 1900

Grandfather Clock C1900
A grandfather clock. Date: circa 1900

Edward VIII, Princess Mary and George VI when children, c. 19
Photograph showing (from left) Prince Edward of York (1894-1972), later King Edward VIII; Princess Victoria of York (1897-1965), later Princess Mary

St Helens Church, Ore
View of St Helens from the road. Black and white print c1900. Hordern Collection General Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No PH5727/2

Rudge Whitworth Bicycles
A brightly coloured advertising card for Rudge-Whitworth bicycle company based in Coventry

Evening Dress / Men C. 1900
Cigar smoking gentleman in a black tail-coat & trousers, white waistcoat, bowtie & gloves, top hat & leather pumps. A large gardenia graces his buttonhole

Motor Bus / London C1900
A single-decker London bus operated by the London Power Omnibus Company (route from Marble Arch to Kilburn)

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"C1900: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time to the turn of the 20th century with a captivating array of images and stories. Join Mr. Fox's Hunt Breakfast on Christmas Day, where riders gather for a festive celebration amidst nature's beauty. The elegance of Grace, Jones & Jephson shines through as they grace us with their presence. Experience the enchanting world of opera as Verdi's masterpiece "Rigoletto" takes center stage, while Liebig2 captures this musical marvel in stunning illustrations. Discover how absence truly makes the heart grow fonder as loved ones are separated by distance but remain connected by love. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture through mesmerizing tattoos that adorned bodies during this era, showcasing intricate designs and symbolism. Witness a jockey and saddle from c1900, capturing the essence of horse racing and its rich history. Travel to York's bustling Low Petergate street c1900, where shops line up offering an array of goods to eager customers. Observe traffic police diligently managing chaotic streets during this period when automobiles were still a novelty. Delve into school days gone by with a glimpse at Dunce at School - an amusing reminder that even education had its challenges back then. Explore Charles Booth's influential work documenting social conditions in London between 1840-1916, shedding light on societal issues faced during this transformative period. Be captivated by geishas gracefully playing traditional instruments against a backdrop of cultural splendor c1900 Japan held dear. Marvel at their exquisite attire and poise as they embody timeless beauty. Transport yourself to another time with these snapshots from c1900 – an era filled with charm, innovation, and cultural richness that continues to fascinate us today.