South Kensington Kensington And Chelsea London England Collection

Portion of the State Ceremonial on the Upper Terrace of the Horticultural Society's Gardens, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Portion of the State Ceremonial on the Upper Terrace of the Horticultural Society's Gardens, [South Kensington, London], 1862

M. Durène's Fountain in the Horticultural Society's Gardens, 1862. Creator: Unknown
M. Durene's Fountain in the Horticultural Society's Gardens, [London], 1862. Engraving from a photograph by L. Birnstingl and Co. Fountain designed by Klagmann

The International Exhibition: the chairmen of the juries... 1862. Creator: Mason Jackson
The International Exhibition: the chairmen of the juries delivering the awards to Earl Granville, 1862. Engraving from a photograph by the London Stereoscopic Company

The International Exhibition: view of the Picture-Gallery, looking east, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: view of the Picture-Gallery, looking east, 1862....the view...embraces the returned walls of the eastern tower, and, through the arched entrance

The International Exhibition: view of the English Picture-Gallery, looking west, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: view of the English Picture-Gallery, looking west, 1862. The lower galleries at the two extremities of the building are rather confined

The International Exhibition: Gwynne's Centrifugal Pump, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: Gwynne's Centrifugal Pump, 1862.... the patented pump of Messrs. Gwynne...is a large and important affair...the cascade produced being a veritable waterfall...This

Progress of the International Exhibition Building: the stairs, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Progress of the International Exhibition Building: the stairs, 1862. Engraving showing...a section of the building in which is a staircase leading from the basement to the galleries

The International Exhibition: entrance to the Horticultural Society's Gardens from the... 1862. Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition: entrance to the Horticultural Society's Gardens from the Exhibition Building, 1862. The International Exhibition was a world's fair held from 1 May to 1 November

Arrival of goods at the International Exhibition Building: a scene in Cromwell-Road, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Arrival of goods at the International Exhibition Building: a scene in Cromwell-Road, [South Kensington, London], 1862....a pictorial representation of...the Cromwell-road front of the exhibition

The proposed road through Hyde Park to the International Exhibition, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The proposed road through Hyde Park to the International Exhibition, [London], 1862. The vexed question of the approaches to the Exhibition building still seems to be far from a satisfactory

Progress of the International Exhibition building: finial of the Eastern Dome, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Progress of the International Exhibition building: finial of the Eastern Dome, [South Kensington, London], 1862. A ceremony something in the nature of a coronation has taken place...by the erection

Progress of the International Exhibition Building: Night effect of the Western Dome... 1862. Creator: M Jackson
Progress of the International Exhibition Building: Night effect of the Western Dome, seen from the Royal Horticultural Society's Gardens, [Kensington, London], 1862

The Royal Albert Hall, 1871: Opened by Queen Victoria, March 29, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Royal Albert Hall, 1871: Opened by Queen Victoria, March 29, (1901). Queen Victoria (1819-1901) opening the concert hall in South Kensington, London

The Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, 1851: Opened by Queen Victoria, May 1, 1901. Creator: Unknown
The Crystal Palace, Hyde Park, 1851: Opened by Queen Victoria, May 1, (1901). Queen Victoria (1819-1901) opening the Great Exhibition in the purpose-built Crystal Palace in Londons Hyde Park

Royal Albert Hall, 1850-1900. Creator: Unknown
Royal Albert Hall, 1850-1900. [Circular concert hall in South Kensington]. Albumen print, from the album " Views of London"

Herr Joachim, 1868. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Herr Joachim, 1868. Joseph Joachim was a Hungarian violinist, conductor and composer. He sat for Cameron at the South Kensington Museum during one of his frequent appearances in London

Aubrey de Vere, 1866-68. Creator: Julia Margaret Cameron
Aubrey de Vere, 1866-68. The Irish poet, critic and dramtist, posing at the South Kensington Museum

The Ceramic Gallery, South Kensington Museum, c1876, (1881). Creator: John Watkins
The Ceramic Gallery, South Kensington Museum, c1876, (1881). Interior view of the Ceramics Gallery, a tiled and painted room housing the Museums collection of pottery and porcelain

Design for a ceiling, c1860s, (1881). Creator: Unknown
Design for a ceiling, c1860s, (1881). Decorative design for one of the two staircases leading to the lecture theatre at the South Kensington Museum in London

Princess Alexandra at the Opening of the Royal College of Music, May 2, 1894, (1901). Princess Alexandra of Denmark (1844-1925, future Queen Alexandra) at the RCM in South Kensington, London

The Victoria and Albert Museum, London, 1914. Creator: Unknown
The Victoria and Albert Museum, London, 1914. The V&A in South Kensington was founded in 1852 and named after Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

Natural History Museum, London, c1910. Creator: Unknown
Natural History Museum, London, c1910. The museum building was designed by Sir Alfred Waterhouse and opened to the public in 1881

Royal School of Mines, South Kensington, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Royal School of Mines, South Kensington, c1876. Established in 1851 as part of Imperial College on collection of minerals, maps and mining equipment made by Sir Henry De la Beche

Old Gore House, in 1830, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
Old Gore House, in 1830, (c1876). Gore House, built in the 1750s and decorated by architect Robert Adam, was residence of political reformer William Wilberforce between 1808 and 1821

Interior of the Albert Hall, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Interior of the Albert Hall, c1876. Royal Albert Hall is a concert hall in South Kensington, designed by civil engineers Francis Fowke and Henry Y. D

The Horticultural Garden and Exhibition Building, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Horticultural Garden and Exhibition Building, c1876. Garden maintained by the Royal Horticultural Society from 1861 to c1886 on what is now Exhibition road

The Court of the South Kensington Station, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Court of the South Kensington Station, c1876. Originally called the Brompton exchange, the station was opened on 24 December 1868 by the Metropolitan Railway to designs by Sir John Fowler

The International Exhibition of 1862, (c1876). Creator: Unknown
The International Exhibition of 1862, (c1876). The Great London Exposition was a world fair held from 1 May to 1 November 1862 in South Kensington

The Natural History Museum, South Kensington, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Natural History Museum, South Kensington, c1876. Victorian facade of the Natural History Museum by Gibbs and Canning Limited

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"Discover the Rich Cultural Heritage of South Kensington, Kensington and Chelsea, London" Immerse yourself in the grandeur of South Kensington, a district steeped in history and renowned for its cultural landmarks. One such iconic site is The Royal Albert Hall, opened by Queen Victoria on March 29, 1871. This architectural marvel continues to host world-class performances that captivate audiences to this day. Another historical gem is The Crystal Palace in Hyde Park, which was inaugurated by Queen Victoria on May 1, 1851. Although it no longer stands today, its significance as an exhibition center during the Victorian era remains unparalleled. Step into the past at the Royal Albert Hall itself - a structure shrouded in mystery as its creator remains unknown even after its construction between 1850-1900. Its majestic presence has played witness to countless memorable events throughout history. Delve into artistry with works like "Herr Joachim" and "Aubrey de Vere, " captured by pioneering photographer Julia Margaret Cameron during the late 19th century. These portraits offer glimpses into a time gone by and showcase her talent for capturing human emotions through her lens. For lovers of fine craftsmanship, explore The Ceramic Gallery at the South Kensington Museum (now known as the Victoria and Albert Museum). Created around c1876 but documented in 1881 by John Watkins' photography skills; it showcases exquisite ceramic pieces that demonstrate both skillful design and artistic expression. Marvel at intricate designs with a glimpse into a ceiling's blueprint from c1860s (photographed later in 1881), showcasing anonymous creativity that adorned ceilings during this period. Witness Princess Alexandra's gracefulness at the opening ceremony of the Royal College of Music on May 2nd, 1894 (documented later in 1901). Her regal presence adds further splendor to this momentous occasion celebrating musical education.