1883 Collection (page 20)

Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895) British biologist, at his desk in 1882 when President of the Royal Society. From Scientific American, New York, 1 September 1883. Engraving

Italy, Cremona, Amilcare Ponchielli, Italian composer, with his wife Teresina Brambilla
Amilcare Ponchielli (Paderno Fasolaro, 1834 - Milan, 1886), Italian composer, with his wife Teresina Brambilla, 1883. Photograph with dedication to Alfonso Mandelli

John Brinsmead & Sons Pianoforte works 1883
Interior and exterior of John Brinsmead & Sons Pianoforte manufactory, in North-West London. John Brinsmead & Sons was known to build very well made pianos

Cartoon, Captain Fred Collins of Brighton
Cartoon, Captain Frederick Collins of Brighton (1832-1912) -- always skylarking. He became famous as Captain Collins of the Skylark, a pleasure yacht for holidaymakers. 1883

Cartoon, Wilhelm Kuhe, German musician
Cartoon, Wilhelm Kuhe (1823-1912), German pianist, piano teacher, composer, administrator, and promoter of concerts, including an annual festival, in Brighton -- Brightons Grand (Pianoforte) Old Man

Cartoon, The War Cry v. The Truth
Cartoon, The War Cry (published by General William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army) v. The Truth (published by Henry Labouchere, Liberal MP and owner-editor)

Cartoon, mopping up at the Criterion Theatre, London
Cartoon -- They are getting the water out of the Criterion with all speed. Henry James Byron (1835-1884) is shown mopping up at the Criterion Theatre, Piccadilly, London, after some flooding

Cartoon, Mary Anderson, actress
Cartoon, Mary Anderson (1859-1940) -- an American Beauty. American-born actress who played leading roles in Londons West End. 1883

Cartoon, ringmaster and performing elephants
Cartoon, a ringmaster with two performing elephants -- the one with the long, thin moustache is the theatre manager William Holland. 1883

Cartoon, A new man in Oldacres part. A reference to a three-act comedy entitled The Candidate, at the Criterion Theatre, London

Cartoon, James Fernandez, actor
Cartoon, James Fernandez (Jimmy) (1835-1915), actor. 1883

Cartoon, Henry Irving setting off on his American tour
Cartoon, Henry Irving, legendary actor-manager, setting off on his American tour -- Mr Irving is packing up. 1883

Cartoon, Henry James Byron, dramatist
Cartoon of Henry James Byron (1835-1884), the English dramatist, editor, journalist, director, theatre manager, novelist and actor. Seen here surrounded by posters advertising plays by other writers

Cartoon, Mr Punch painting a portrait of Shakespeare
Cartoon -- Don t you think it is just a little out of drawing, Mr Burnand? Showing Francis Cowley Burnand (1836-1917) as Mr Punch, painting a portrait of Shakespeare

Cartoon, Ellen Terry, English actress, in America
Cartoon, Ellen Terry (1847-1928), English actress, during her visit to America. Will Ellen win Jonathan? 1883

Cartoon, The Sailor and His Lass -- Augustus Harris (1852-1896), British actor, dramatist and impresario, holding his newborn baby daughter, with the midwife in the background. 1883

Cartoon, Britannia Mourns -- Henry Irving, legendary actor-manager, sets off on his tour to America. 1883

Cartoon, Henry Irving in America -- Got em again! The legendary actor-manager during his American tour. 1883

Cartoon, George Robert Sims, writer
Cartoon, George Robert Sims (1847-1922), English journalist, poet, dramatist and novelist, seen here dressed as a policeman

Cartoon, Lionel Brough, British comic actor
Cartoon, Lionel Brough (1836-1909), British comic actor -- La(l) Vie! 1883

Cartoon, William Booth v. Moody & Sankey
Cartoon, William Booth, founder of the Salvation Army, looking suspiciously at the visiting American evangelists, Moody & Sankey, who seem to be attracting larger crowds

Cartoon, Georgina Weldon, classical singer
Cartoon, Georgina Weldon -- Waiting for the Verdict. Georgina Weldon (1837-1914), classical singer, was frequently involved in lawsuits and libel cases with others in the profession

Cartoon, F N Charrington, temperance worker
Cartoon, Frederick Nicholas Charrington (1850-1936), English social reformer and evangelical Christian who devoted himself to temperance work. He was a member of the Charrington Brewery family

Cartoon, Edward Lloyd, British tenor
Cartoon, Edward Lloyd (1845-1927), British tenor, particularly in concerts and oratorios. 1883

Cartoon, John O Shea -- The General. 1883

Cartoon, Henry Irving crowned with a laurel wreath
Cartoon -- Bears his blushing honours thick upon him! The legendary actor-manager Henry Irving is crowned with a laurel wreath. 1883

Cartoon, John Hollingshead and two street musicians
Cartoon Comic Opera at the Gaiety. John Hollingshead (1827-1904), English theatre manager, producer, journalist and writer, calls out to two street musicians: I say poy

Cartoon, Augustus Harris, British actor and dramatist
Cartoon, Augustus Harris (1852-1896), British actor, dramatist and impresario. Why should that figure of Shakespeare be kept on the facade? Augustus Harris would look quite as well! 1883

Cartoon, music hall proprietor and theatre agent
Cartoon, music hall proprietor (Harry Hart) to theatre agent (Ambrose Maynard) -- Why don t you send all your Comic Singers to the Theatre, I say? We should know what to do then. 1883

Cartoon, The Gaiety Rocket, Pinero
Cartoon, The Gaiety Rocket, with a caricature of Sir Arthur Wing Pinero (1855-1934), English actor, playwright and stage director, whose play, The Rocket

Cartoon, Mr Pettitt, The Spiders Web
Cartoon, Mr Pettitt takes the Spiders Web to a better Pitch. A satirical comment on Henry Alfred Pettitt (1848-1893), British actor and dramatist, with a reference to the title of one of his plays

Cartoon, Edward and Clement. Edward: Let us no longer be estranged, dear Clement! Clement: Let us be like brothers, dear Edward

Cartoon, Henry Irving and Edward, Prince of Wales -- an invitation to Marlborough House. Irving says: The fact is, I am so pestered with invitations to dinner, that you really must excuse me! 1883

Cartoon, C W Thompson -- This is the gentleman who has done so much for actors benefits. 1883

Cartoon, departure of Henry Irving for America
Cartoon, departure of the actor-manager Henry Irving for America -- With Henry leaving, there is a fine chance for some of our legitimate actors. 1883

Cartoon, Lord Cairns and Miss Fortescue
Cartoon, Lord Cairns to Miss Fortescue -- Delighted, my dear, that my son has shown such good taste! May Fortescue (1859-1950) was an actress, singer and actor-manager

Cartoon, William Tinsley, British publisher
Cartoon, William Tinsley (1831-1902), British publisher -- A Bill " Of the Play" (Not Shakespeare but Tinsley). Together with his brother Edward he he founded the firm of Tinsley Brothers

Caricature, Tom Swinburne, actor
Caricature, Thomas Swinburne, actor -- Old Tom. 1883

Cartoon, Edward, Prince of Wales outside a music hall
Cartoon, Our Genial Prince -- what it may come to! Edward, Prince of Wales outside a music hall. The head waiter says: Our benefit comes off next week, Sir

Cartoon, Paul Valentine -- The Ballet. He ran a dancing academy for young people, and is seen here standing in the wings of a theatre. 1883

Cartoon, Freddy Leader and Gussy Harris
Cartoon, Freddy Leader (right) thinks he will touch up Gussy Harris (left) this Christmas -- a reference to the Drury Lane pantomime season

Cartoon, Royal Waits, outside Marlborough House
Cartoon, Royal Waits -- musicians playing in the snow outside Marlborough House, the Prince of Waless London residence. 1883

Cartoon, F W Irish, actor
Cartoon, F W Irish -- (Warm). Actor who appeared alongside Henry Irving in various productions at the Lyceum Theatre. 1883

Cartoon, G F Rowe, American playwright
Cartoon of the American playwright, G F Rowe -- Yankee Freedom. 1883

Cartoon, Thomas Mowbray, theatre manager -- the Junior Garrick. 1883

Portrait of Henry Sambrooke Leigh, author and playwright
Portrait of Henry Sambrooke Leigh (1837-1883), author and playwright. 1883

Dalecarlian peasant girl, Sweden
Dalecarlian peasant girl knitting, Dalecarlia (Dalarna), Sweden. 1883

Envelope with pink rose on a Christmas card
Envelope with pink rose and white ribbon on a Christmas card. Date: 1883

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1883: A year of cultural milestones, historical events, and artistic marvels. From the timeless compositions of Richard Wagner to the innovative linoleum manufacturers' advertisements, this year was a tapestry of creativity and progress. The Treasure Island Map captivated imaginations with its hidden treasures waiting to be discovered, while Gabrielle Coco Chanel revolutionized fashion with her visionary designs. The mesmerizing Krakatoa sunsets inspired breathtaking artworks that captured the ethereal beauty of nature's fury. Boadicea (Boudica) symbolized strength and resilience in an era marked by empowerment movements. In the realm of music, Wagner's genius continued to enchant audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on classical compositions. Karl Marx's postcard served as a reminder of his influential ideas that shaped political discourse for generations to come. Meanwhile, John Maynard Keynes laid the foundation for modern economic theory through his groundbreaking contributions. The Tank Battle on the Somme showcased British MkIV and German A7V tanks clashing in a display of military prowess and technological advancement during World War I. And amidst it all, Karl Marx found solace in his study as he delved into profound philosophical reflections, a mosaic where art met history; where innovation intertwined with tradition; where visionaries left their imprints on society's fabric. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and serves as inspiration for future generations.