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Knights Cyclopaedia of the Industry of all Nations
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Knights Cyclopaedia of the Industry of all Nations
Knights Cyclopaedia of the Industry of all Nations, detailing the contents of the Great Exhibition in London. Showing the River Thames and the Crystal Palace in Hyde Park.
1851
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1850s 1851 Allegorical Circular Contents Crystal Cyclopaedia Dome Encyclopedia Figures Hyde Knight Knights Nations Pauls Pollution Rectangle Rectangular Steamer Steamers
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This photograph, hailing from the Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back to 1851 and the heart of the Industrial Revolution. The image showcases the Knights Cyclopaedia of the Industry of all Nations, an allegorical representation of the contents of the Great Exhibition held in London that year. The Crystal Palace, an architectural marvel designed by Joseph Paxton, stands proudly in Hyde Park, its rectangular and rectangular glass structure reflecting the Round and Circular Dome of St. Paul's Cathedral in the nearby River Thames. The grandeur of the Crystal Palace is further accentuated by the presence of steamers and boats on the river, belching plumes of smoke, symbolizing the international trade and commerce that the exhibition sought to promote. The photograph also features a group of female figures, possibly representing the industries and nations showcased at the exhibition. The figures, dressed in Victorian attire, add an air of elegance and sophistication to the scene. The image offers a glimpse into the past, a time when the world came together to celebrate human ingenuity and progress. The Great Exhibition, held in the heart of London, was a testament to the power of international cooperation and the potential of industry to transform the world. This photograph serves as a reminder of the significant role that the 1851 exhibition played in shaping the future of global trade and cultural exchange.
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