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The Illuminations at the International Inventions Exhibition, 8th August 1885. Artist: Riddle and Couchman
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The Illuminations at the International Inventions Exhibition, 8th August 1885. Artist: Riddle and Couchman
The Illuminations at the International Inventions Exhibition, 8th August 1885. Showing the large firework display that took place during the exhibition, the fireworks lighting up the sky and the large crowd watching the display. This was the first major international exhibition to have been held in London for a decade and was held at the Albert Hall galleries in South Kensington. It was published in the Illustrated London News
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The Illuminations at the International Inventions Exhibition, 8th August 1885
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. Step back in time and witness a mesmerizing moment frozen in this lithograph print. The year is 1885, and London's Albert Hall galleries in South Kensington are ablaze with vibrant colors and electrifying energy. Riddle and Couchman, the talented artists behind this masterpiece, have beautifully captured the grandeur of the first major international exhibition held in London after a decade. As night falls upon the city, an enchanting spectacle unfolds before our eyes. The sky is illuminated by a breathtaking firework display that paints vivid streaks of light across its canvas. People from all walks of life gather to witness this extraordinary event – men dressed impeccably in their finest suits stand alongside elegantly adorned women who exude grace and sophistication. The atmosphere crackles with anticipation as each explosion lights up both the heavens above and the faces below. A sea of awestruck onlookers gazes upward, their expressions filled with wonderment and delight. It is a magical sight that transcends time itself. This lithograph print not only captures a specific moment but also serves as a window into an era long gone – the bustling streets of late 19th-century London come alive through its intricate details. Transport yourself back to this remarkable evening where innovation met celebration, leaving an indelible mark on history for generations to come.
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