1864 Collection (page 7)

King Renes Honeymoon, 1864 (watercolour)
659930 King Renes Honeymoon, 1864 (watercolour) by Brown, Ford Madox (1821-93); 26.7x17.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: King Renes Honeymoon. Ford Madox Brown (1821-1893). Watercolour

A Japanese Yaconin, c. 1864-1866 (albumen print, mounted, pencil)
990462 A Japanese Yaconin, c.1864-1866 (albumen print, mounted, pencil) by Beato, Felice (Felix) (1825-c.1908); 22.23x28.57 (approx) cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Japanese Yaconin)

US Army, Colonel and Privates of Infantry Volunteers, 1864 (colour litho)
6028766 US Army, Colonel and Privates of Infantry Volunteers, 1864 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: US Army)

Workman assembling a gas meter as part of the manufacturing process. Date: 1864

Monument of Sir Richard Vernon and wife
Supposed monument of Sir Richard Vernon (c.1390-1451), English landowner, MP and Speaker of the House of Commons, and his wife, Benedicta de Ludlow, in St Bartholomews Church, Tong, Shropshire. 1864

Railway station at Margate, Kent 1864
Railway station at Margate, Kent, on the East Kent (London, Chatham and Dover) Railway route. Date: 1864

Signal Station - Hungerford Bridge - Charing Cross 1864
The Signal Station on the North end of Hungerford Bridge over the River Thames, leading into Charing Cross Station, London. Date: 1864

Mr Phelps planting the Shakespeare Oak on Primrose Hill, London (engraving)
664220 Mr Phelps planting the Shakespeare Oak on Primrose Hill, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Midshipman Cary (chromolitho)
666977 Midshipman Cary (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Midshipman Cary. Cigarette card, from series on Famous Boys, published by Godfrey Phillips)

J L Toole, English actor, manager and producer
John Lawrence Toole (1830-1906), English comic actor, manager and producer, with signature. 1864

Laboratory / photography prints
A laboratory/workshop for making photographic prints. The engraving shows the range of equipment required to turn negatives into positive photos. Date: 1864

Benjamin Disraeli (1804-81) British Conservative statesman
530217 Benjamin Disraeli (1804-81) British Conservative statesman. Now, I am on the side of the Angels. John Tenniel cartoon from Punch, London, 10 December 1864

Sanish Troops attacking San Domingo Soldiers
Engagement between Spanish troops and San Domingo islanders in the pass of Monte Christi. From the top ridges of the pass Spanish soldiers fire at San Domingo forces

The Ruins of the Principal Church at Paysandu 1865
The church at Paysandu was extremely damaged during the Siege of Paysandu during the Paraguayan War, which lasted over a month of Brazilian-Colorado troops blockading

Defense in a Church from Guerillas
French soldiers fire from the Church of St. Nicholas, using it as a defensive position against Mexican guerillas. Guerilla lancers on horseback

Metropolitan Extension under construction 1864
Metropolitan Extension Railway under construction at Smithfield, London. 1864

French camp at Indaparapeo
The encampment of the Bertier Brigade, at Indaparapeo. Just outside the town walls, rows of army tents line the field and soldiers mill about. Date: 1864

Entrance of the Expeditionary Corps to Guadalajara
French soldiers on horseback line the front, as regiments of soldiers on foot stand at rest on the far side of the square. Various other soldiers group around the central fountain. Date: 1864

The Defeat and Flight of the guerillas before Saint-Nicholas. Guerilla soldiers are routed by the French on horseback on a rocky outcropping, a few buildings in the distance. Date: 1864

Expeditionary Corps at Queretaro
The entrance of the French expeditionary forces in the town of Queretaro. Soldiers march down the street as crowds of people line the street and surrounding buildings, waving and throwing their hats

Zouaves take the position of Majoma
French zouaves secure victory on 21st September 1864 as they take the position at Majoma. Regiments of soldiers on horseback break off, as lines of foot soldiers protect the hill

Reception of French Troops in Durango
The reception of French troops in the city of Durango. Mexican women and children rush forward to give the french soldiers on horseback flowers and garlands. Date: 1864

Emperor and Empress of Mexico at Vera Cruz
Emperor Maximilian and Empress Charlotte of Mexico visit Vera Cruz in a procession leading under the arc de triomphe in the parade square. The procession is lined by soldiers. Date: 1864

The passage of the Parade of Reddade
The passage of the parade of Reddade, by the column of general Martineau. A column of soldiers on foot and horseback march through a path between two rocky inclines. Date: 1864

The Embarkation of Emperor Maximilian
The embarkation of Emperor Maximilian of Mexico on board the Austrian war-frigate Novara at Miramar. Two large ships wait at the port, with men lining the mastpoles

Review by General Baron Neigre
A review of the troops in Mexico by general Baron Neigre, after the departure of general Bazaine. Regiments of troops stand to attention outside a building for the inspection by the general

Maximilian visits Rome en route for Mexico
Maximilian and Charlotte visit Rome en route for Mexico as Emperor and Empress of Mexico. Two carriages move forward between two lines of soldiers barring the crowds of people from moving forwards

The Battle of Majoma
The battle of Majoma on 21st September 1864. Soldiers on horseback and foot, run towards the opposition, with horses pulling chariots and cannons into place

The Imperial Mexican Guard
The Imperial Mexican guard in full uniform: the Belgian regiment of Empress Charlotte. Date: 1864

The Uniforms of the Austro-Mexican Brigade
A group of soldiers stand about in their full uniforms including: (left to right) artillery officers, a Chief Surgeon, Austrian Uhlans, a Hussar officer, a Chasseur officer, a Hussar, a bugleman

The Arrival of Maximilian at Gibraltar
As Maximilians ship passes on his way to Veracruz to become Emperor of Mexico, the English garrison at Gibraltar fires a salute under the orders of Queen Victoria to celebrate. Date: 1864

General Neigre leaves General Bazaine on march on Morelia
At the heights of Tacubaya, General Neigre parts with General Bazaine on the march on Morelia. The two generals on horseback stand next to each other talking

GARIBALDI IN ENGLAND 1864
Garibaldi visits England : huge crowds welcome him at Southampton. April 1864

The Prussian Needle-Gun and the Snider-Enfield Rifle (engraving)
1103429 The Prussian Needle-Gun and the Snider-Enfield Rifle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Prussian Needle-Gun and the Snider-Enfield Rifle)

Ascot Races, 1864 (engraving)
1103347 Ascot Races, 1864 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ascot Races, 1864)

Blair Athol, the Winner of The Derby for 1864 (engraving)
1103324 Blair Athol, the Winner of The Derby for 1864 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Blair Athol, the Winner of The Derby for 1864)

Pneumatic Railway for Passengers, 1864 (gravure)
1108337 Pneumatic Railway for Passengers, 1864 (gravure) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pneumatic Railway for Passengers, 1864)

Three women wearing the new style of dresses. Date: October 1864

The latest fashion of Autumn, with darker silks of colour in their dresses and small bonnets with ribbons. Date: October 1864

Bird s-eye view of the exterior of the new serves porcelain manufactory in the Park of St. Cloud in France. Date: 1864

The kitchen of the dining car on the Kiev-Odessa line. Date: 1864

Deerhound rescues a portion of the crew of the Alabama, the Confederate war-steamer sunk by the Federal steam- sloop the Kearsarge. Date: 19 June 1864

ON A PLANTATION
An idyllic scene on a cotton plantation in the southern United States where masters and workers co-exist happily 1864

Grapes, a Pear, Peaches and a Birds Nest by a Mossy Bank, 1864
658396 Grapes, a Pear, Peaches and a Birds Nest by a Mossy Bank, 1864 () by Hughes, William (1842-1901); 35.5x46 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Grapes, a Pear)

The entrance to The Crystal Palace pneumatic railway, from Les Merveilles de la Science
3614163 The entrance to The Crystal Palace pneumatic railway, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub.1870 by French School

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"1864: A Year of Triumphs, Tragedies, and Transformations" In 1864, the world witnessed a myriad of events that shaped history. From the grandeur of Alexandra Palace's design in London to the poetic brilliance of John Clare and Hilton, creativity thrived. Meanwhile, on American soil, the Battle of Franklin unfolded with devastating consequences as depicted in Kurz & Allison's haunting lithograph. Amidst the chaos of war, Nathan Bedford Forrest emerged as an influential figure; his photograph captured his determination during this tumultuous period. The Battle of the Wilderness further intensified the horrors faced by soldiers on both sides in America's Civil War. Yet amidst these dark times, humanity displayed its ugliest side through plundering plantations during Sherman's March to the Sea. This ruthless act left scars on a nation torn apart by conflict. Beyond borders and battlefields lay distant lands like East India Islands marked on maps - destinations filled with mystery and opportunity. Closer to home was Crossley and Porter Orphanage in Halifax where hope bloomed for those less fortunate. Away from strife and struggle were moments of leisure such as July 1864's Sailing Barge Match on the Thames - a spectacle that brought joy to spectators' hearts. And who could forget Davenport Brothers' mesmerizing performances that captivated audiences seeking escapism? As we reflect upon "1864, " we are reminded that history is not merely dates etched into textbooks but rather a tapestry woven with triumphs, tragedies, and transformations. It serves as a reminder that even amidst darkness there is always room for resilience, compassion, artistry. . and hope for brighter days ahead.