1886 Collection

RIVERA, Diego. Man, Controller of
RIVERA, Diego (1886-1957). Man, Controller of the Universe. 1934. Right detail. Mexican Mural Painting. Fresco. MEXICO. FEDERAL DISTRICT. Mexico City. Fine Arts Palace

Jockey / Fred Archer Vf
Fred Archer, jockey

MAP: BRITISH EMPIRE, 1886. Map, 1886, of the British Empire by Walter Crane. The small insert shows, in red, the extent of the British territories in 1786

SEURAT: GRANDE JATTE, 1886. A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte. Oil on canvas by Georges Seurat, 1884-86

VAN GOGH: BOOTS, 1886. Boots with Laces. Oil on canvas, Paris, by Vincent Van Gogh

RIVERA, Diego (1886-1957). Dream of a Sunday Afternoon in Alameda Park, detail of mural, 1947-1948. MEXICO. Mexico City. Diego Rivera Web Museum. Central detail. Fresco on portable pannels

Royal Holloway College, Egham, Surrey, was one of the first womens colleges in England, when it was opened by Queen Victoria in 1886. Designed by W.H. Crossland for T. Holloway

Yggdrasil, the Tree of Life in Norse mythology
Yggdrasil (Yggdrasill), the sacred ash, the Tree of Life, the Mundane Tree of Norse mythology, whose branches overhang the Universe

The Underwriting Room of Lloyds of London, 1886
Engraving showing the interior of the Underwriting Room of Lloyds of London, the insurance company, 1886

Emily Dickinson
EMILY DICKINSON American writer

Voodoo / Marie Laveau
Marie Laveau, the queen of the Voodoos at New Orleans, in the last year of her life - she was supposed to be over 100 years old

Barristers in the Rain
Barristers make their way through the rain along Carey Street from the Inns of Court to the London Law Courts, dressed in their traditional garb Date: 1886

RIVERA, Diego (1886-1957). Totonaca Civilization. 1950. MEXICO. Mexico City. National Palace. Mexican Mural Painting. Fresco

1886, Telescopic View and Map of the Moon, topography, cartography, geography, land
1886, Telescopic View and Map of the Moon

Wilhelm Furtwangler
WILHELM FURTWANGLER Widely recognised as one of the great musical conductors of the twentieth century

Chase Farm Hospital, Enfield, Middlesex
Aerial view of Chase Farm Hospital in Enfield, Middlesex. The building was originally the Chase Farm Schools, opened in 1886 by the Edmonton Union to house pauper children away from the workhouse

VAN GOGH: STILL LIFE, 1886. Vincent Van Gogh: Still Life with poppies, cornflowers, peonies and chrysanthemums. Oil on canvas, 1886

EDGAR DEGAS: THE TUB, 1886. Pastel on paper

Boxing for Ladies 1886
The modern girl taught to prefer a bout with the gloves to a scratch with her finger nails

St Bartholomews Hospital, Henry VIII Gate 1886
St Bartholomews Hospital, Henry VIII Gate, completed in 1702, entrance to the hospital continues to be the main public entrance;

Queen Victoria opening Parliament 1886
Queen Victoria opening Parliament, Lord Chancellor Baron Halsbury reading the Queens speech at Westminster Palace, London. Date: 21st January 1886

COLUMBIA BICYCLES POSTER. American lithographic advertising poster, c1886

Iguanodon and Megalosaurus, artwork
Iguanodon fighting Megalosaurus, 19th century artwork. Artwork from the 1886 ninth edition of Moses and Geology (Samuel Kinns, London). This book was originally published in 1882

AMERICAs CUP, 1886. The Mayflower saluted by the fleet while crossing the bow of the Galatea on the fourth tack in the first race on 7 September 1886, New York

Queen Victoria on her wedding day

The Flower Market Of The Madeleine by Blampied
An illustration by Edmund Blampied of a bustling flower market at the Place de la Madeleine in Paris. Blampied (1886-1966) drew countless illustrations for the ILN magazines

George Leigh Mallory (1886-1924)
Photographic portrait of George Leigh Mallory, the British climber who took part in three expeditions to Everest in the 1920 s, pictured in 1924

Victorian Shoemaker
A Victorian shoemaker in his workshop

Blodgetts Hearing Aid
Diagrams to show Blodgetts micro-audiphone hearing aid and how it is inserted into the ear

Goubet Submarine / 1885
Designed by Claude Goubet in 1885: the first electrically powered submarine. Seen here being used by the Russian Navy

The Prime Minister: Robert Arthur Talbot Gascoyne Cecil, 3rd Marquis of Salisbury (1830-1903) British Conservative statesman. Prime Minister 1885, 1886, 1895-1902, in 1900

Siegfried Sassoon / Philpo
SIEGFRIED SASSOON English writer of poetry and prose

Queen Victorias First Council, Kensington Palace, 1837
Engraving showing Queen Victoria holding her first council with the British government, eleven am on the morning of her accession, 20th June 1837

Petrie at Daphne
The Pharoahs Palace at Daphne being excavated by renowned archaeologist William Matthew Flinders Petrie (1853 - 1942) who devoted his life to studying Egyptian culture

Photo, Liszt in Old Age
Hungarian composer and musician, photographed in old age

London Bridge (New Version), words and music
London Bridge is broken down, ... My fair Lady! Build it up with penny loaves... iron and steel... silver and gold... etc

Eric Coates / K Collins Ph
ERIC COATES English composer

Belle Starr / Bandit / C19Th
Belle Starr, noted companion of Western outlaws, jumps bail in Indian territory & leaves town on horseback

Dd home and Chair
Daniel Dunglass Home, Scottish-American medium, remains the most enigmatic of all spirit mediums, performing extraordinary feats which have never been explained

Fire Engine in Action
A London fire-engine in action racing to a burning building

WOMENs FASHION, 1886. Bathers at Ocean Grove, New Jersey. Wood engraving, 1886, after a painting by C. S. Reinhart
WOMENs FASHION, 1886. Bathers at Ocean Grove, New Jersey. Wood engraving, 1886, after a painting by C.S. Reinhart

Chippewa-Falls, Wis. County-seat of Chippewa-County. 1886. Population: 10, 000. Date c1885 Dec. 28

Ludwig Ii / Grendamour
KING LUDWIG II OF BAVARIA As a young man - he reigned from March 1864 until June 1886

Billingsgate Fish Market

Claude Monet (1840-1926). Three Fishing Boats, 1886
Claude Monet (1840-1926). French painter founder of French impressionist painting. Three Fishing Boats, 1886. Oil on canvas. Museum of Fine Arts. Budapest. Hungary

Barcelona International Exhibition. 1929. Poster from an illustration by R. Bas. View of Paseo de Maria Cristina with the Montju fountains and the National Palace

RIVERA, Diego (1886-1957). Zapotec Civilization. 1947. Mural Pre-Hispanic Mexico and Colony in the corridor of the north wall. Detail

NEBRASKA: SETTLERS, 1886. The Chrisman Sisters in front of a sod house in Goheen Valley, Custer County, Nebraska. Photograph by Solomon D. Butcher, 1886

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In the year 1886, the British Empire stretched across vast territories, as depicted in Walter Crane's detailed map. This visual representation showcased the immense power and influence of the empire during this era. Meanwhile, Diego Rivera, a prominent artist of his time, was yet to be born but would later leave an indelible mark on art history with his captivating murals. His works would become renowned for their social and political commentary. Georges Seurat's masterpiece "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte" captured a moment frozen in time. The meticulous pointillism technique used by Seurat brought life to this vibrant scene filled with people enjoying leisurely activities along the riverbank. Fred Archer Vf emerged as a notable jockey in 1886, showcasing his exceptional skills and determination in horse racing events. His victories marked him as one of the most celebrated figures in equestrian sports during that period. Vincent Van Gogh's "Boots with Laces" painting revealed his unique perspective on everyday objects. Through bold brushstrokes and vivid colors, Van Gogh transformed ordinary boots into extraordinary subjects that conveyed emotion and depth. The Underwriting Room at Lloyd's of London stood as a symbol of financial prowess and risk management during this time. It served as a hub where insurance policies were underwritten, ensuring stability amidst uncertain times. Yggdrasil, known as the Tree of Life in Norse mythology, represented interconnectedness between different realms. Its significance resonated beyond folklore - it became an enduring symbol representing growth and resilience through challenging times. Emily Dickinson continued to pen her profound poetry from her secluded world throughout 1886. Her introspective verses explored themes such as nature, love, death, and spirituality - leaving behind an invaluable literary legacy for generations to come. Auguste Rodin immortalized passion through marble with his iconic sculpture "The Kiss.