1853 Collection (page 2)

Starry Night Over the Rhone (September 1888) by Vincent Willem van Gogh (30 March 1853 - 29 July 1890), Dutch post-Impressionist painter

CIRCUS ELEPHANT, 1853. Circus elephant at Astleys Theatre in London. Wood engraving, 1853

NORTH CAROLINA: WILMINGTON. View of the city and harbor of Wilmington, North Carolina. Wood engraving, American, 1853

CLIPPER SHIP, 1853. The Gauntlet. Wood engraving, English, 1853

Grand Princess Maria Alexandrovna, Duchess of Edinburgh
Grand Princess Maria Alexandrovna of Russia, later Duchess of Edinburgh (1853-1920), only daughter of Tsar Alexander II of Russia

Landscape view of Dudleys iron works. Showing the pollution
Night-time view of Dudley in the West Midlands and its iron works

Smoke Makers / Punch / Poll
Smoke makers

Messager / Andre / H Manuel
ANDRE-CHARLES-PROSPER MESSAGER French composer and conductor

Traviata - Liebig - 5
Act two, scene 19 : at Floras ball, Alfredos father rebukes his behaviour, and the Baron, Violettas former protector, challenges him to a duel

Borough Market 1853
Christmas eve in the market

Two Ladies Walking 1853
Brown dress: Greek key design border, blue waistcoat, tie & black hat with plumes; black dress: skirt en tablier, caraco body, scallop shaped cuffs & basques & a paisley shawl. Date: 1853

William Jay
WILLIAM JAY Nonconformist churchman and writer

Sir Frederick Treves
SIR FREDERICK TREVES Medical practitioner

Rhodes and Beit
CECIL RHODES and Alfred Beit, photographed soon after they were described in Parliament as members of a common gang of thieves and swindlers

Marcus Larson Swedish Lake Study Swedish lake landscape
Marcus Larson, Swedish Lake, Study, Swedish lake landscape, painting, 1853, Oil on canvas mounted on cardboard, Height, 30 cm (11.8 inches), Width, 45 cm (17.7 inches), Signed, SML, monogram, 53

Kelmscott Manor William Morris Bedroom Frederick H
Kelmscott Manor: William Morris Bedroom; Frederick H. Evans (British, 1853 - 1943); 1896; Platinum print; 17.3 x 14.9 cm (6 13, 16 x 5 7, 8 in.)

Pteris rotundifolia Anna Atkins British 1799
Pteris rotundifolia; Anna Atkins (British, 1799 - 1871); England; 1853; Cyanotype; 25.4 × 19.4 cm (10 × 7 5, 8 in.)

Vincent van Gogh (Dutch, 1853 - 1890), Farmhouse in Provence, 1888, oil on canvas

Equisetum sylvaticum; Anna Atkins, British, 1799 - 1871, and Anne Dixon, British, 1799 - 1877; London, England, Europe; 1853; Cyanotype; Image: 25.4 x 20 cm (10 x 7 7/8 in.)

Prisoners exercising
GOGH, Vincent van (1853-1890). Prisoners exercising. Post-Impressionism. Oil on canvas

Gutenberg, Johannes Gensfleich (C. 1400-1468)
MARTI, Jos (1853-1895). Cuban politician and writer. Monument to the independece hero Jose Marti. Sculpture

Mlle. Leocadie Lemercier as Petronille in "Le Sourd ou l'Auberge Pleine" at the Opera Comique
5855429 Mlle. Leocadie Lemercier as Petronille in "Le Sourd ou l'Auberge Pleine" at the Opera Comique; (add.info.: French soprano opera singer Mlle)

Mlle. Lemercier as Nathalie in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Opera Comique
5855464 Mlle. Lemercier as Nathalie in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Opera Comique.; (add.info.: Soprano singer Marie-Charlotte Lemercier as Nathalie in "L'Etoile du Nord" at)

Arnault as Menzaroff in "Les Cosaques" at the Theatre de la Gaite
5855460 Arnault as Menzaroff in "Les Cosaques" at the Theatre de la Gaite.; (add.info.: Arnault as Menzaroff in "Les Cosaques" at the Theatre de la Gaite)

Mlle. Larcena as Manuelita in "Pepito" at the Theatre des Varietes
5855459 Mlle. Larcena as Manuelita in "Pepito" at the Theatre des Varietes; (add.info.: Mlle. Larcena as Manuelita in "Pepito" at the Theatre des Varietes)

Talon as Juliani in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855458 Talon as Juliani in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique.; (add.info.: Talon as Juliani in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique)

Mme. Colson as Michelma in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855457 Mme. Colson as Michelma in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique.; (add.info.: Mme. Colson as Michelma in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique)

Actress in costume as the Diable (devil) in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin
5855449 Actress in costume as the Diable (devil) in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin.; (add.info)

Gil-Peres as Prince Broccoli in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin
5855448 Gil-Peres as Prince Broccoli in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin.; (add.info.: Gil-Peres as Prince Broccoli in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La)

An engraving depicting an Aurora observed from Dublin, 1853, 19th century
5310734 An engraving depicting an Aurora observed from Dublin, 1853, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1853); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Hermann-Leon as Gritzenko in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Opera Comique
5855468 Hermann-Leon as Gritzenko in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Opera Comique; (add.info.: Baritone opera singer Leonard Hermann-Leon (1814-1858)

Bataille in the role of Peters in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Theatre Imperiale de l'Opera Comique
5855462 Bataille in the role of Peters in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Theatre Imperiale de l'Opera Comique.; (add.info)

Mme. Colson as Michelma in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855456 Mme. Colson as Michelma in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique.; (add.info.: Mme. Colson as Michelma in "La Moissonneuse" at the Theatre Lyrique)

Adolphe Paert as Fortunio in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin
5855446 Adolphe Paert as Fortunio in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin; (add.info.: Adolphe Paert as Fortunio in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St)

Gaston as the Diable (Devil) in "Le Ciel et l'Enfer" at the Ambigu Comique
5855440 Gaston as the Diable (Devil) in "Le Ciel et l'Enfer" at the Ambigu Comique; (add.info.: Gaston as the Diable (Devil) in "Le Ciel et l'Enfer" at the Ambigu Comique

Obin as the Duc de Beaufort in "La Fronde" at the Academie Imperiale de Musique
5855436 Obin as the Duc de Beaufort in "La Fronde" at the Academie Imperiale de Musique; (add.info.: Obin as the Duc de Beaufort in Niedermeyer's "La Fronde" at the Academie)

Illustration showing the submarine telegraph cable between England and Belgium being laid out from the hold of
5311170 Illustration showing the submarine telegraph cable between England and Belgium being laid out from the hold of the 'William Hutt'; 1853; (add.info.: Date)

Dervishes, members of Muslim religious order founded in the 12th century, dancing
535721 Dervishes, members of Muslim religious order founded in the 12th century, dancing and performing ritual of 'remembering' god in self-induced ecstatic trance, Constantinople

Mlle. Marie Cico as Simonne in "Les Contes de Boccace" at the Theatre du Vaudeville
5855432 Mlle. Marie Cico as Simonne in "Les Contes de Boccace" at the Theatre du Vaudeville.; (add.info.: Mlle. Marie Cico as Simonne in "Les Contes de Boccace" at the Theatre du)

Mlle Rose Cheri as Philiberte at the Gymnase Dramatique
5855431 Mlle Rose Cheri as Philiberte at the Gymnase Dramatique; (add.info.: Mlle. Rose Cheri (Rose-Marie Cizos) as Philiberte at the Gymnase Dramatique

Charles Albert Fechter in the role of Boccace at the Theatre du Vaudeville
5855430 Charles Albert Fechter in the role of Boccace at the Theatre du Vaudeville; (add.info.: Charles Albert Fechter in the role of Boccace (Boccaccio) at the Theatre du Vaudeville

Louis Gueymard in "La Nonne Sanglante" at the Opera Imperial
5855473 Louis Gueymard in "La Nonne Sanglante" at the Opera Imperial; (add.info.: Gueymard in "La Nonne Sanglante" (The Bloody Nun) at the Opera Imperial

Mlle. Boulard in "La Fiancee du Diable" at the Opera Comique
5855471 Mlle. Boulard in "La Fiancee du Diable" at the Opera Comique.; (add.info.: Mlle. Boulard in "La Fiancee du Diable" at the Opera Comique)

Mlle. Decroix as Ekimonna in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Opera Comique
5855463 Mlle. Decroix as Ekimonna in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Opera Comique; (add.info.: Mlle. Decroix as Ekimonna in "L'Etoile du Nord" at the Opera Comique)

Mme. Cabel as Toinon in "Le Bijou Perdu" at the Theatre Lyrique
5855453 Mme. Cabel as Toinon in "Le Bijou Perdu" at the Theatre Lyrique.; (add.info.: Mme. Cabel as Toinon in Adolphe Adam's "Le Bijou Perdu" at the Theatre Lyrique)

Mlle. Lefevre as Colette at the Theatre Imperial de l'Opera Comique
5855452 Mlle. Lefevre as Colette at the Theatre Imperial de l'Opera Comique.; (add.info.: Mlle. Lefevre as Colette at the Theatre Imperial de l'Opera Comique)

Mlle. Alphonsine as Pouponetta in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin. "
5855447 Mlle. Alphonsine as Pouponetta in "Les Sept Merveilles du Monde" at La Porte St. Martin. "; (add.info.: Actress and courtesan Mlle)

Mlle. Miolan as Dora in "Le Nabab" at the Opera Comique
5855445 Mlle. Miolan as Dora in "Le Nabab" at the Opera Comique; (add.info.: Opera singer Mlle. Miolan as Dora in "Le Nabab" at the Opera Comique)

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In the year 1853, a tapestry of historical events unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on various aspects of society. Cecil Rhodes, a visionary and imperialist, was born in this transformative year. Little did he know that his ambitions would shape the future of Africa. Meanwhile, in Arles, France, Vincent van Gogh's iconic "The Yellow House" stood as a testament to his artistic genius. The vibrant hues captured within its walls echoed the spirit of creativity that permeated throughout the era. Sir Richard Francis Burton embarked on daring expeditions during this time. His insatiable thirst for adventure led him to discover hidden treasures and unravel mysteries across uncharted territories. Giuseppe Verdi's opera La Traviata graced stages worldwide with its enchanting melodies. The cover of its vocal score from 1853 serves as a visual reminder of Verdi's timeless contribution to classical music. Amidst the tranquil countryside of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire stood the Stone Asylum—a sanctuary for those seeking solace from life's trials and tribulations. Its sturdy walls provided refuge for troubled souls in need. On distant shores, soldiers armed themselves with Indian Smoothbore muskets—Pattern 1858—a weapon that symbolized power and dominance during times of conflict. Across the Atlantic Ocean in Yonkers, New York, Otis Elevator Works revolutionized urban landscapes by introducing safe vertical transportation systems. Their factory along the Hudson River became synonymous with progress and innovation. The Emigrant Ship Hercules sailed off Cambelton in Scotland—an emblematic image representing hope and new beginnings for countless individuals seeking better lives abroad. Cecil Rhodes emerged as both hero and villain throughout history—his legacy forever entwined with tales of conquests and controversies alike. From Davie to Hero—the Right Honorable Cecil J. Rhodes left an indomitable imprint on African politics.