1856 Collection (page 6)

Advert for a Dioramic Tour from Blackwall to Balaklava, with tableaux of the principal cities of Europe (engraving)
586198 Advert for a Dioramic Tour from Blackwall to Balaklava, with tableaux of the principal cities of Europe (engraving) by English School

Mrs German Reeds (late Miss P Horton) entertainment, at the Gallery of Illustration (engraving)
583790 Mrs German Reeds (late Miss P Horton) entertainment, at the Gallery of Illustration (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Carlo Poerio (1803 - 1867), Italian poet, Risorgimento and 1848 Revolution activist, politician. Date: 1856

Bombas Big Brother. Emperor of Russia: "They shan t take away his playthings
Bombas Big Brother. Emperor of Russia: " They shan t take away his playthings, that they shan t." Ferdinand II (1810-1859), King of the Two Sicilies

Queen Victoria visits maritime centre, Dartmouth in 1856. Date: 1856

The South African Museum (b / w photo)
3092405 The South African Museum (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South African Museum)

Picture sale at Messrs. Christie and Mantons King Street, St James s, London. Date: 1856

Whole page from The Illustrated London News, July 5, 1856. Notes of the Week, Obituaries of Eminent Persons and Metropolitan News. Date: 1856

Full page from Punch magazine - July 12, 1856 - featuring an article - Rude Questions to a Wife. Date: 1856

Surrey Gardens
View of Surrey Gardens in 1860. Royal Surrey Gardens opened in 1856, as pleasure gardens in Newington, Surrey, London in the Victorian period, slightly east of The Oval

Music Hall
View of the Music Hall Surrey Gardens. Royal Surrey Gardens opened in 1856 as pleasure gardens in Newington, Surrey, London in the Victorian period, slightly east of The Oval

The avenue du Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1856
Woman in bonnet, jacket and wide crinoline with dog watching horse riders and carriages on the riding track. The avenue du Bois de Boulogne, Paris, 1856. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Fashionable carriages on the Boulevard des Italiens, 1855
Fashionable carriages on the Boulevard des Italiens, left side, 1855. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V. after an illustration by Francois Courboin from Octave Uzannes Fashion in Paris

Inauguration of the Peace Trophy and Scutari Monument, 1856 (gravure)
1108327 Inauguration of the Peace Trophy and Scutari Monument, 1856 (gravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Inauguration of the Peace Trophy and Scutari Monument)

Scene showing Aborigines of Victoria, to accompany given in The Illustrated London News, which describes the native Australians sometimes visiting towns dressed in a mix of cast-off European style

Window Shopping (The Storefront); Un Etalage (La Devanture), 1856-60 (oil on canvas)
825613 Window Shopping (The Storefront); Un Etalage (La Devanture), 1856-60 (oil on canvas) by Daumier, Honore (1808-79); 46x54.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Cavour Al Congresso Di Parigi (engraving)
5220964 Cavour Al Congresso Di Parigi (engraving) by Matania, Edouardo (1847-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cavour Al Congresso Di Parigi)

Gisele, Princesse D Autriche-Hongrie (1856) (b / w photo)
5219678 Gisele, Princesse D Autriche-Hongrie (1856) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gisele, Princesse D Autriche-Hongrie (1856)

The Hotel de Ville, Brussels, 1856 (pencil and watercolour heightened with white)
824147 The Hotel de Ville, Brussels, 1856 (pencil and watercolour heightened with white) by Callow, William (1812-1908); 64.1x90.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Hotel de Ville, Brussels)

The Quiet Valley, 1856 (oil on canvas)
822880 The Quiet Valley, 1856 (oil on canvas) by Cropsey, Jasper Francis (1823-1900); 83.5x127.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Quiet Valley. Jasper Francis Cropsey (1823-1900)

Grand Pianoforte, manufactured for Queen Victoria 1856
Grand Pianoforte, mouldings and rim of piano of bronze, chased and gilt, manufactured for Her Majesty, Queen Victoria, by Messerss & P Erard, for the concert room at Buckingham Palace. 1856

Paris & London Fashions, Autumn & Winter 1856
Advertisement, Paris and London Womens Fashions for Autumn and Winter 1856. 1856

Edmond Blanc, Proprietaire Eleveur, 1856 (b / w photo)
5201753 Edmond Blanc, Proprietaire Eleveur, 1856 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Blanc, Proprietaire Eleveur, 1856)

Jules-Charles Truffier, Artiste, 1856 (b / w photo)
5201736 Jules-Charles Truffier, Artiste, 1856 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jules-Charles Truffier, Artiste, 1856)

Rosita Mauri, Artiste, 1856 (b / w photo)
5201710 Rosita Mauri, Artiste, 1856 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rosita Mauri, Artiste, 1856)

Cecile-Louise-Stephanie Chaminade, Musicienne, 1856 (b / w photo)
5201581 Cecile-Louise-Stephanie Chaminade, Musicienne, 1856 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cecile-Louise-Stephanie Chaminade, Musicienne, 1856)

Mathilde Serao, Femme De Lettres, 1856 (b / w photo)
5201576 Mathilde Serao, Femme De Lettres, 1856 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mathilde Serao, Femme De Lettres, 1856)

Louis-Gustave Binger, Explorateur, 1856 (b / w photo)
5201469 Louis-Gustave Binger, Explorateur, 1856 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis-Gustave Binger, Explorateur, 1856)

Dr. Livingstones Discoveries in Central Africa
Page from The Illustrated London News, 1856 reporting on the discoveries made by David Livingstone while exploring central Africa. The page features a portrait of Livingston from a photograph by M

Her Imperial Majesty, Marie-Alexandrowna (engraving)
729256 Her Imperial Majesty, Marie-Alexandrowna (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Her Imperial Majesty, Marie-Alexandrowna, Empress of Russia)

Coronation of the Emperor of Russia Supplement (engraving)
729252 Coronation of the Emperor of Russia Supplement (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Coronation of the Emperor of Russia Supplement)

The British Association Meeting at Cheltenham 1856 (engraving)
2772345 The British Association Meeting at Cheltenham 1856 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Association Meeting at Cheltenham 1856)

Distribution of the Crimean medals 1856
Queen Victoria and Prince Albert awarding medals to soldier who have served in the Crimean War. Date: 1856

December Flowers, from "The Illustrated London Almanack"for 1856 (engraving)
1608331 December Flowers, from " The Illustrated London Almanack" for 1856 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: December Flowers)

St. Jamess Hall, London 1856
An artists impression of St. Jamess Hall to be erected between Piccadilly and Regent Street. The architect for this was Owen Jones. 1856

Cartoon, Jones has an excellent view of the Sea Serpent 1856
Cartoon, Jones has an excellent view of the Sea Serpent on his voyage from the Isle of Dogs to Hungerford Pier. Date: 1856

Virgin and Child Enthroned
The new Mantegna at The National Gallery, London, 1856: Virgin and Child Enthroned. 1856

Christmas at Windsor Castle 1856
Bringing in the massive and varied pile of game from the forest for the Royals Christmas banquet. 1856

Christmas at Windsor Castle, roasting beef 1856
Roasting the Royal baron of beef for the Christmas banquet, overseen by the careful superintendence of the roasting cooks, who coax the baron, with sufficient basting

Queen Victorias uniform, 1st VC Presentation Parade
Uniform worn by Queen Victoria at the first Victoria Cross Presentation Parade on 14 June 1856. 1856

Additions to the Assyrian sculptures at the British Museum: part of the garden, with lions, taken from the North Palace of Kouyunjik, discovered in 1854 by Mr Hormuzd Rassam, oriental, art, artwork

An early sewing machine. 1856

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"1856: A Year of Resilience, Innovation, and Brave Souls" In the small town of Modderfontein, the church bell ringers gathered every Sunday to fill the air with their harmonious melodies. But tragedy struck one fateful day when a fire engulfed their beloved church, leaving only ashes and memories behind. Meanwhile, on distant battlefields, the 17th Lancers near Modderfontein displayed unwavering courage as they fought for their country. Their valiant efforts echoed through history as a testament to bravery in the face of adversity. Not far away, three Coldstream Guards known as the Crimean Braves stood tall amidst chaos and turmoil. With each step forward, they embodied resilience and determination that inspired those around them. In another corner of the world, Keir Hardie captivated audiences with his powerful speeches advocating for workers' rights. His words resonated deeply within hearts yearning for change and justice. While minds were captivated by political discourse, Nikola Tesla's groundbreaking invention - Himmel Erde - illuminated possibilities previously unimaginable. The world was forever transformed by this visionary genius who harnessed electricity like never before. On Indian soil, soldiers armed themselves with an extraordinary weapon - the Pattern 1858 smoothbore musket. Its precision and power became synonymous with strength in battle. Closer to home in Dewsbury's Union Workhouse Infirmary in West Yorkshire, compassion reigned supreme as dedicated caregivers tended to those in need. Their selflessness provided solace during times of hardship. Amidst construction sites across cities worldwide, bricklayers and workmen meticulously crafted structures that would stand strong for generations to come. Their craftsmanship symbolized progress and growth during an era defined by innovation. Captain Charles Upham emerged as a true hero whose indomitable spirit defied all odds on countless occasions. His unwavering commitment to duty exemplified honor and bravery.