Colour Photograph Collection

The Cross, Kilmarnock (hand-coloured photo)
908008 The Cross, Kilmarnock (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Brixham Harbour (hand-coloured photo)
908024 Brixham Harbour (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Sandown Bay, Isle of Wight (hand-coloured photo)
908099 Sandown Bay, Isle of Wight (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

King George VI and Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, 1948 (b/w photo)
5304830 King George VI and Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, 1948 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info)

Los Angeles
2623658 Los Angeles; (add.info.: Photomechanical panoramic view of Los Angeles. Dated 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Schiller Square
2910549 Schiller Square; (add.info.: 1896 Photomechanical print of Schiller Square, Berlin, Germany. Dated 1896.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Durham Castle
2910547 Durham Castle; (add.info.: 1898 Photomechanical print of Durham Castle, England. Dated 1898.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A Japanese women in basket palanquin, 1885
1578170 A Japanese women in basket palanquin, 1885; (add.info.: Colour photograph of a Japanese women in basket palanquin. Dated 1885.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A Japanese women in basket palanquin, 1885
1578049 A Japanese women in basket palanquin, 1885; (add.info.: Colour photograph of a Japanese women in basket palanquin. Dated 1885.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Photomechanical print of Pera, Constantinople, Turkey
3520215 Photomechanical print of Pera, Constantinople, Turkey; (add.info.: Photomechanical print of Pera, Constantinople, Turkey. Dated 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Photomechanical print of Seraskierat, Constantinople, Turkey
3520214 Photomechanical print of Seraskierat, Constantinople, Turkey; (add.info.: Photomechanical print of Seraskierat, Constantinople, Turkey. Dated 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Photomechanical print of a street at Stamboul with fountain, Constantinople, Turkey
3520213 Photomechanical print of a street at Stamboul with fountain, Constantinople, Turkey; (add.info.: Photomechanical print of a street at Stamboul with fountain, Constantinople, Turkey)

Barbers near Seraskierrat
2910642 Barbers near Seraskierrat; (add.info.: 1890 Colour photomechanical print of Barbers near Seraskierrat, Constantinople, Turkey. Dated 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Female Japanese performers, 1875 (photo) (colour photograph)
1578207 Female Japanese performers, 1875 (photo) (colour photograph); (add.info.: Colour photograph of female Japanese performers with shamisen players in the back row)

Photomechanical print of the Chapel Bridge and view of Pilatus, Lucerne, Switzerland
3520210 Photomechanical print of the Chapel Bridge and view of Pilatus, Lucerne, Switzerland; (add.info.: Photomechanical print of the Chapel Bridge and view of Pilatus, Lucerne, Switzerland)

Sarajevo, Turkish shop
2910656 Sarajevo, Turkish shop; (add.info.: 1899 Photomechanical print of Sarajevo, Turkish shop, Bosnia, Austro-Hungary. Dated 1899.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Doges Palace and St Mark's by moonlight
2910603 Doges Palace and St Mark's by moonlight; (add.info.: 1882 Photomechanical print of the Doges Palace and St. Mark's by moonlight, Venice, Italy. 1882.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Japanese women in a rickshaw, 1880
1578044 Japanese women in a rickshaw, 1880; (add.info.: Colour photograph of Japanese women in a rickshaw, with two drivers. Dated 1880.); Universal History Archive/UIG

King George VI and Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, 1948 (photo)
5304823 King George VI and Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, 1948 (photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); (add.info.: Photograph of King George VI (1895-1952)

Photomechanical print of the fountain of Sultan Ahmed, Constantinople, Turkey
3520212 Photomechanical print of the fountain of Sultan Ahmed, Constantinople, Turkey; (add.info.: Photomechanical print of the fountain of Sultan Ahmed, Constantinople, Turkey)

Photomechanical print of Naeroyfjord from Gudvangen, Sognefjord, Norway
3520211 Photomechanical print of Naeroyfjord from Gudvangen, Sognefjord, Norway; (add.info.: Photomechanical print of Naeroyfjord from Gudvangen, Sognefjord, Norway)

Mountains in More og Romsdal county
2910634 Mountains in More og Romsdal county; (add.info.: 1890 Photomechanical print of the mountains King (Kongen), Queen (Dronningen) and Bishop (Bispen), in More og Romsdal county, Norway

St Ives
2910541 St Ives; (add.info.: 1892 Photomechanical print of St. Ives, Porthminster Bay, Cornwall, England. Dated 1892.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Apotheosis of Washington
2623728 The Apotheosis of Washington; (add.info.: Photolithograph of the Fresco Apotheosis of Washington, in the dome of U.S. Capitol Building)

The Sphinx
2623776 The Sphinx; (add.info.: Colour photographic print of The Sphinx, Egypt. Photographed by Frank George Carpenter (1855-1924) Photographer. Dated 1899.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Tiberius on the Sea of Galilee in Palestine, 1910
1577839 Tiberius on the Sea of Galilee in Palestine, 1910; (add.info.: Colour Photograph of Tiberius on the Sea of Galilee in Palestine. Dated 1910.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A Japanese Samurai warrior, 1881 (photo)
2910604 A Japanese Samurai warrior, 1881 (photo); (add.info.: 1881 Hand-Colour photograph of a Japanese Samurai warrior by Franz von Stillfried-Ratenicz. Dated 1881.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The interior of the Gallery of Machines, 1889
1578100 The interior of the Gallery of Machines, 1889; (add.info.: Colour photograph of the interior of the Gallery of Machines, Exposition Universelle Internationale, Paris)

Market Place in Nice, 1895 (photo)
1578186 Market Place in Nice, 1895 (photo); Universal History Archive/UIG

Path Along a Rock Field in the Valley of the Kuragan River, a Tributary of the Katun... 1911-1913
Path Along a Rock Field in the Valley of the Kuragan River, a Tributary of the Katun River; in the Vicinity of Belukha Mountain, 1911-1913

A Pack Road Along the Katun River near Its Confluence with the Argut River... 1911-13
A Pack Road Along the Katun River near Its Confluence with the Argut River. In the Vicinity of Iukhtener Mountain and Stream, 1911-1913

Cascade Waterfall near the Mouth of the Beltyr-Oek River, Left Tributary of the Katun... 1911-1913
Cascade Waterfall near the Mouth of the Beltyr-Oek River, Left Tributary of the Katun River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

A Pack Road in the Katun River Valley near the Village of Tavda. Cliff "Skakun"... 1911-1913
A Pack Road in the Katun River Valley near the Village of Tavda. Cliff "Skakun." Log Boards for the Passage of Horses over the Precipice, 1911-1913

General View of the Village of Cherga, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
General View of the Village of Cherga, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Kamyshlinsky Waterfall, located at the Confluence of the Kamyshla River.... 1911-1913
Kamyshlinsky Waterfall, located at the Confluence of the Kamyshla River with the Katun River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Rossypnaya Waterfall near the Source of the Katun River, ...Belukha Mountain, 1911-1913
Rossypnaya Waterfall near the Source of the Katun River, the Vicinity of Belukha Mountain, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Manzherok Rapid on the Katun River, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Manzherok Rapid on the Katun River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Rapid on the Katun River Above the Village of Chemal, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Rapid on the Katun River Above the Village of Chemal, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Valley of the Katun River near the Village of Chemal, Teldekpen Rapid (Edigan Rapid), 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Valley of the Belaya-Berel River, a Tributary of the Bukhtarma River in the Vicinity of... 1911-13
Valley of the Belaya-Berel, a Tributary of the Bukhtarma River in the Vicinity of Belukha Mountain, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Valley of the Kumir River, a Tributary of the Charysh River; cliffs by the name... 1911-1913
Valley of the Kumir River, a Tributary of the Charysh River; cliffs by the name "Maiden Reach". 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Valley of the Kumir River, a Tributary of the Charysh River; cliffs by the mame... 1911-1913
Valley of the Kumir River, a Tributary of the Charysh River; cliffs by the mame "Maiden Reach", 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Water Mill in the Valley of the Uymon River, a Tributary of the Katun River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Chuyskiy Tract, on the Slopes of Kyngrar Cliff above the Confluence of the Yaloman... 1911-1913
Chuyskiy Tract, on the Slopes of Kyngrar Cliff above the Confluence of the Yaloman River into the Katun River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

The Village of Elekmonar, Valley of the Middle Reaches of the Katun River, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
The Village of Elekmonar, Valley of the Middle Reaches of the Katun River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Bridge Across a Waterfall on the Arasan River, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Bridge Across a Waterfall on the Arasan River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Yurts of Kazakhs in the Valley of the Middle Reaches of the Katun River.; the Area... 1911-1913
Yurts of Kazakhs in the Valley of the Middle Reaches of the Katun River.; the Area of Airdash Between the Villages of Uznezia and Cheposh, 1911-1913

Kazakh Woman in Wedding Clothes on a Horse, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Kazakh Woman in Wedding Clothes on a Horse, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Inside a Kazakh Yurt, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Inside a Kazakh Yurt, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Valley of the Katun River near the Confluence of the Togus-Kan River, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Valley of the Katun River near the Confluence of the Togus-Kan River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Kazakh on a Camel with Yurts in the Background, Valley of the Arakan River, a Tributary... 1911-13
Kazakh on a Camel with Yurts in the Background, Valley of the Arakan River, a Tributary of the Chernaia Berel River, 1911-1913

A Lake in the Valley of the Arasan River, a Tributary of the Belaia Berel River that... 1911-13
A Lake in the Valley of the Arasan River, a Tributary of the Belaia Berel River that Flows into the Bukhtarma River. In the Vicinity of Belukha Mountain. 1911-1913

Kazakh with a Golden Eagle, on a Horse with Yurts in the Background, Valley of the Arakan...1911-13 Creator
Kazakh with a Golden Eagle, on a Horse with Yurts in the Background, Valley of the Arakan River, a Tributary of the Chernaia Berel River, 1911-1913

Altai Man in National Costume (Hat: Kuaraan Boruk, Sheepskin Coat: Ton, with a... 1911-1913)
Altai Man in National Costume (Hat: Kuaraan Boruk, Sheepskin Coat: Ton, with a Stepped Cutout) on a Horse, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Street in the Village of Chyorny Anuy; Russian Children, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Street in the Village of Chyorny Anuy; Russian Children, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Valley of the Kuragan River, Right Tributary of the Katun River, in the Vicinity of... 1911-1913
Valley of the Kuragan River, Right Tributary of the Katun River, in the Vicinity of Belukha Mountain, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Crossing the Katun River on a Dugout Canoe near Dzhir-Bom, Above the Mouth of the Chui... 1911-13
Crossing the Katun River on a Dugout Canoe near Dzhir-Bom, Above the Mouth of the Chui River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Altai Woman in National Costume (Hat: Kuaraan Boruk, Sheepskin Coat: Ton, Sleeveless... 1911-1913)
Altai Woman in National Costume (Hat: Kuaraan Boruk, Sheepskin Coat: Ton, Sleeveless Garment: Chegedek; Clothing of a Married Woman) with a Horse, 1911-1913

Ferry on the Katun River near the Village of Nizhny Uymon, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Ferry on the Katun River near the Village of Nizhny Uymon, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Boat on Lake Teletskoye, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Boat on Lake Teletskoye, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Altai Shaman with Tambourine in Front of a Traditional Dwelling (Chaadyr), 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Altai Shaman with Tambourine in Front of a Traditional Dwelling (Chaadyr), 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai

Bridge Across a Waterfall on the Arasan River, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Bridge Across a Waterfall on the Arasan River, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Group of Altai Beside a Dwelling (Chaadyr), Katun River Valley, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Group of Altai Beside a Dwelling (Chaadyr), Katun River Valley, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Altai Dwelling (Chaadyr), Katun River Valley, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Altai Dwelling (Chaadyr), Katun River Valley, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

Blue Cliff, Koksa River Valley, Uimon Tract, 1911-1913. Creator: Sergei Ivanovich Borisov
Blue Cliff, Koksa River Valley, Uimon Tract, 1911-1913. From a collection of color postcards of the Altay, or Altai, Mountains region of southern Siberia early in the 20th century

To Arms! To Arms!, 1919. Creator: Berény, Róbert (1887-1953)
To Arms! To Arms!, 1919. Found in the collection of Szepmuveszeti Muzeum, Budapest

Illustration of the Atlantropa Project. Exhibition flyer, 1932. Creator: Sörgel, Herman (1885-1952)
Illustration of the Atlantropa Project. Exhibition flyer, 1932. Private Collection

Temple of Re-Atum Obelisk, 1910
1577821 Temple of Re-Atum Obelisk, 1910 by Egyptian 12th Dynasty (1991-1786 BC); (add.info.: Colour photograph of the Temple of Re-Atum Obelisk at Heliopolis, Egypt)

Pier Head II, Lowestoft (hand-coloured photo)
908072 Pier Head II, Lowestoft (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Burroughs, Wellcome & Company Factory, Dartford (hand-coloured photo)
908069 Burroughs, Wellcome & Company Factory, Dartford (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Regatta Course II, Henley-on-Thames (hand-coloured photo)
908065 The Regatta Course II, Henley-on-Thames (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Clovelly Harbour (hand-coloured photo)
908037 Clovelly Harbour (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

View of Blackpool (hand-coloured photo)
908017 View of Blackpool (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

On the beach, Llandudno (hand-coloured photo)
908003 On the beach, Llandudno (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: North Wales); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Calle dell Angelo a San Martino, Venice (hand-coloured photo)
907996 Calle dell Angelo a San Martino, Venice (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Teignmouth (hand-coloured photo)
908094 Teignmouth (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Southport from pier (hand-coloured photo)
908091 Southport from pier (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Pier, Southampton (hand-coloured photo)
908087 The Pier, Southampton (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Magdalen Tower, Oxford (hand-coloured photo)
908082 Magdalen Tower, Oxford (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Parade looking west, Morecambe (hand-coloured photo)
908080 Parade looking west, Morecambe (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Western Pier, Morecambe (hand-coloured photo)
908078 Western Pier, Morecambe (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Bradda Head, Isle of Man (hand-coloured photo)
908075 Bradda Head, Isle of Man (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Royal Exchange, London (hand-coloured photo)
908056 The Royal Exchange, London (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Boat landing, Bowness (hand-coloured photo)
908053 Boat landing, Bowness (hand-coloured photo) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

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Step back in time with these captivating colour photographs that bring history to life. From the picturesque Brixham Harbour, hand-coloured to perfection, to The Cross in Kilmarnock, every detail carefully enhanced by skilled hands. Sandown Bay on the Isle of Wight shines vibrantly through this hand-coloured photo, showcasing its natural beauty. Transport yourself to ancient Egypt with a glimpse of the Temple of Re-Atum Obelisk captured in 1910. Witness the aftermath of destruction as an autochrome reveals a massive crater formed by British soldiers igniting mines under German positions at Mesen (Messines) during World War I. Pier Head II in Lowestoft exudes charm and nostalgia through its meticulously coloured details. The Burroughs, Wellcome & Company Factory in Dartford comes alive with vibrant hues, giving us a glimpse into industrial Britain's past. Feel the excitement and energy radiating from The Regatta Course II in Henley-on-Thames as it bursts forth from this expertly hand-coloured photograph. Clovelly Harbour invites you into its quaint world through delicate strokes of color that enhance its unique character. Experience the lively atmosphere of Blackpool through a beautifully hand-coloured photo that captures all its splendor. On Llandudno beach, immerse yourself in carefree moments frozen forever thanks to skilful colourization techniques. Finally, get lost amidst Venetian charm as Calle dell Angelo a San Martino transports you straight into Italy's romantic streetscape - brought vividly to life by talented hands wielding brushes and pigments. These remarkable colour photographs offer us glimpses into different eras and places; they are windows into our shared history made even more enchanting through artistry and attention to detail.