1886 Collection (page 3)

HARPERs WEEKLY, 1886. The fishery troubles - Scene in the harbor of Hearts Content, Newfoundland - Catching squid for bait. Engraving from Harpers Weekly, 29 May 1886

RUMPELSTILTSKIN, 1886. Pen-and-ink drawing, 1886, by Walter Crane for the fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm

Guildhall School of Music, 1886
The exterior of the Guildhall School of Music, Thames Embankment, Blackfriars, 1886. Date: 1886

JAPANESE CIRCUS POSTER. Japanese woodcut poster, 1886, for the Occidental Chariko Great Circus

Gladstone out of a Job
Defeated in the July 1886 election because of his backing for Irish Home Rule, Gladstone and his supporters find themselves among the unemployed, eating Irish stew

Gentlemen Smoking Cigars
A languid group of Victorian gentlemen smoking cigars in front of the fire

Liszt / Barabas Miklos
FRANZ LISZT Hungarian musician and composer

A Young Batsman
A young batsman

Liszt Postcard
Hungarian composer and performer

Construction of the Panama Canal. Works in the estuary of the Rio Grande. Colored engraving, 1886

German Reichsbank in Berlin, Germany
Antique illustration of a German Reichsbank in Berlin, Germany

William Michael Harnett, American (1848-1892), The Old Violin, 1886, oil on canvas

(1824-1886). German neurologist. Line engraving, English, 1886
BERNARD ALOYS von GUDDEN (1824-1886). German neurologist. Line engraving, English, 1886

Pen-and-ink drawing by Albert Edward Sterner, 1886
ARCHERY, 1886. Pen-and-ink drawing by Albert Edward Sterner, 1886

Amherst, Mass. 1886. Date c1887 Mar. 23

Windsor, Vermont. 1886. Date c1887 Jan. 3

A birds eye view of the city of Antigo, Wis. county seat of Langlade County. 1886. Date c1886 Sept. 4

Cover design, The Queen of the Pirate Isle, by Bret Harte, illustrated by Kate Greenaway. Showing three children playing on a makeshift sailing boat constructed with a chair

Family Billiards Game
The whole family plays billiards Date: 1886

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

Locomotive no 173 City of Manchester built in 1886 for L&NWR Date: 1886

Proposed new Union workhouse, Gateshead
Birds eye view, with inset plan, of the proposed new union workhouse at Gateshead, County Durham. It was designed by Messrs Newcombe and Knowles of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and JH Morton of South Shields

Piccadilly, London
Window Studies -- the Festive Hour, early evening in Piccadilly. At 7.45 pm anyone who is anyone is on their way to a dinner party, a dance or the theatre

Lloyds Underwriter examining a globe, 1886
Engraving showing a Lloyds of London insurance underwriter, closely examining a globe of the Earth, 1886

Flirtation by H. Gillard Glindani
A scene showing showing two young ladies in Regency costume with a pug dog, flirting with two men, one of whom is wearing a military redcoat uniform, sword and wig

Drinking / Ally Sloper
Ally Sloper and his friends get drunk on Easter Monday

Ludwig Ii / Jugend 1902
KING LUDWIG II OF BAVARIA Reigned March 1864 - June 1886

May Day Garlands 1886
May Day Garland: Three young women, assisted by a toddler, assemble all kinds of flowers for a seasonal garland

Lady Queen Anne, words and music
Lady Queen Anne she sits in the sun, As fair as a lily, as white as a swan

Parcel Delivery Tricycle
A Royal Mail parcels post delivery tricycle

Saving Swiss Souls
A brave English Salvationist preaches to the clientele of a Swiss tavern, but any moment now the police will arrive and accuse of her of breaching the peace

Gambetta / Gill / 1886
LEON MICHEL GAMBETTA French lawyer and statesman

Victoria / South Kensingto
Victoria, with her sons Edward and Arthur, opens the Indian and Colonial Exhibition at South Kensington

Receiving Valentines
Two girls have been waiting eagerly for the post on Saint Valentines Day : now one of them holds out her pinafore to receive her share from the postman

DALMATIAN / 1886
Mr Fawdrys dalmatian dog Captain

Dogs and Circus Clown
A circus clown with five dogs in a circus ring

Elstow, Village Street
The village street at Elstow, Bedfordshire, in Victorian times - the surface is not made up, but then theres not much traffic besides the hay cart outside the Swan Inn

Throwing the Life-Line
A member of the lifeboat crew wearing a cork flotation jacket is about to throw out the life-line during a rescue

OTTO / REIGNED 1886 - 1913
OTTO King of Bavaria from 1886 - 1913; succeeded his brother Ludwig II

Eglinton & Figure
Full materialisation of a spirit entity at a seance with Eglinton as medium

Ludwig Ii / Anon Photo
KING LUDWIG II OF BAVARIA Reigned March 1864 - June 1886 Portrait as a young man

FAIRBANKS (1797 - 1886)
THADDEUS FAIRBANKS - American businessman and inventor (inc. platform scale)

Cattle Marshes Peter Henry Emerson British born Cuba
Cattle on the Marshes; Peter Henry Emerson (British, born Cuba, 1856 - 1936); London, England; 1886; Platinum print; 18.9 x 28.9 cm (7 7, 16 x 11 3, 8 in.)

Theater Audience, Hippolyte Michaud, 1840 - 1886

Joseph Rene Bellot
2603663 Joseph Rene Bellot; (add.info.: Joseph Rene Bellot (1826 - 1853) French Arctic explorer, born at Rochefort. In 1851 he joined the Kennedy Franklin Search Expedition

William Ewart Gladstone (1809-1898), British Liberal statesman, introducing his Home Rule bill for Ireland in the House
527665 William Ewart Gladstone (1809-1898), British Liberal statesman, introducing his Home Rule bill for Ireland in the House of Commons, 1886. Engraving c1895. ; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Louisiana planter showing a voodoo charm to apprehensive plantation workers, 1886 (engraving)
535665 Louisiana planter showing a voodoo charm to apprehensive plantation workers, 1886 (engraving); (add.info.: Louisiana planter showing a voodoo charm to apprehensive plantation workers)

Portrait of Paul Bert, 1886 (engraving)
865121 Portrait of Paul Bert, 1886 (engraving); (add.info.: Paul Bert (1833-1886) French physiologist and politician. A pupil of Claude Bernard

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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.