1887 Collection (page 3)

(1825-1893). French neurologist. Charcot with patients from his neurological clinic at the Salpêtrière, Paris
JEAN MARTIN CHARCOT (1825-1893). French neurologist. Charcot with patients from his neurological clinic at the Salpêtrière, Paris, France. Wood engraving, 1887

Throwing snowballs
A group of cheeky monks, step outside of their monastery to throw snowballs and unsuspecting passers-by

Royal Playthings
An advertisement by F.Ad. Richter of Fenchurch Street, London for real stone building blocks, as played with by the Royal children

Zodiac / Taurus (Maxims)
portrayed as a bull in a china shop (although the china shop is seemingly a combination of the British Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum)

Sister Louisa Mackay, of Canterbury (Kent) hospital

Sister Edith King, of Netley Hospital, Hampshire

Victoria / Coronat / Jubilee
Two scenes from Queen Victorias reign: 1. her coronation, 1837 2. Golden Jubilee procession, 1887

Verdi / Otello / Liebig Card
Otello arrives in Cyprus, a triumphant hero

LIGHTING AT L OPERA 1887
The illumination of the new stage lighting and gas and electric lights at l Opera, Paris

May Queen and Sweep
The Queen of the May is presented with a bouquet of flowers by a chimney sweep

Cowboys in Camp
An outlying camp

Country Letter Box
A boy stretches to post a letter in the box at Bowlers Green, Surrey : this was before all letter-boxes were painted red

Remington / Cowboys Lasso
Cowboys roping with lassos in a horse-corral

Remington / Cowboyexplore
An exploring outfit - two cowboys on horseback with a spare horse to carry extra supplies

Sheila Kaye-Smith
SHEILA KAYE-SMITH Writer; known especially for her novels set in Sussex

Chrysanthemum / Eng. Dic. Gn
Three new chrysanthemums

Whaling / Faroe Islands
The slaughter Whaling in the Faroe Islands

Horse Racing / Jockeys
British Jockey

Newquay Docks
Newquay Harbour

BORODIN
ALEKSANDR PORFIRYEVICH BORODIN Russian composer, and chemist

Gulab Bari Faizabad India 1863 1887 Albumen silver print
Gulab Bari, Faizabad; Faizabad, India; about 1863 - 1887; Albumen silver print

Guptar Ghat Faizabad India 1863 1887 Albumen silver print
Guptar Ghat, Faizabad; Faizabad, India; about 1863 - 1887; Albumen silver print

Singing Bird Branch Meiji period 1868-1912
Artokoloro

19th century illustration, showing a glass and steel conservatory by Richardson & co; Darlington; England. 1887
5310716 19th century illustration, showing a glass and steel conservatory by Richardson & co; Darlington; England. 1887; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England and Ireland from 1837 and Empress of India from 1875
531365 Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England and Ireland from 1837 and Empress of India from 1875. Victoria at her first meeting with her Privy Council (top): opening her first Parliament (centre)

Pigeons used by Charles Darwin at Down House, near Beckenham, Kent, England, during his work on his theory of descent
530398 Pigeons used by Charles Darwin at Down House, near Beckenham, Kent, England, during his work on his theory of descent. Wood engraving, 1887.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Hourglass. Engraving 1887
530325 Hourglass. Engraving 1887.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Lecture on physiology and hygiene in progress at the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA's) Exeter Hall
530224 Lecture on physiology and hygiene in progress at the Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA's) Exeter Hall, London. Wood engraving 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG.

19th century advertisement, for 'Liberty & Co', Indian Furniture; England; 1887
5311107 19th century advertisement, for 'Liberty & Co', Indian Furniture; England; 1887; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration depicting 19th century, punting on an English river 1887
5311092 Illustration depicting 19th century, punting on an English river 1887; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Statue of Liberty, New York, United States
2603724 Statue of Liberty, New York, United States; (add.info.: Statue of Liberty, New York, USA, monument to the friendship between the peoples of France and the USA)

Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) Gymnasium Longacre, London: Young men sprinting through the Maze
530223 Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA) Gymnasium Longacre, London: Young men sprinting through the Maze. Wood engraving 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Demonstration of the Earth's rotation using (Jean Bernard) Leon Foucault's Pendulum, 1887 (engraving)
535581 Demonstration of the Earth's rotation using (Jean Bernard) Leon Foucault's Pendulum, 1887 (engraving); (add.info)

Ascent in captive hot air balloon made by Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) in Paris, 11 October 1783
535279 Ascent in captive hot air balloon made by Francois Pilatre de Rozier (1754-85) in Paris, 11 October 1783, 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: From Gaston Tissandier 'Histoire des Ballons')

Illustration depicting a nineteenth-century electric battery used in conjunction with a magnet. 1887
5311472 Illustration depicting a nineteenth-century electric battery used in conjunction with a magnet. 1887; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Wilhelm II (1859-1941) Emperor of Germany
863308 Wilhelm II (1859-1941) Emperor of Germany; (add.info.: Wilhelm II (1859-1941) Emperor of Germany 1888-1918. Photographic portrait published in London in 1887 before his father began his brief

Jean Martin Charcot (1825-1893) giving a clinical lecture at the Salpetriere, 1887 (engraving)
542287 Jean Martin Charcot (1825-1893) giving a clinical lecture at the Salpetriere, 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving after painting by Andre Brouillet)

Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England from 1837 and Empress of India from 1876
531359 Victoria (1819-1901) queen of England from 1837 and Empress of India from 1876. Coronation in Westminster Abbey, 28 June 1837

Young woman tuning a grand piano. Piano tuning was considered a suitable occupation for a young lady forced to earn a
530242 Young woman tuning a grand piano. Piano tuning was considered a suitable occupation for a young lady forced to earn a living. Wood engraving, 1887.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Sitting room at Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA's) Exeter Hall, London
530225 Sitting room at Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA's) Exeter Hall, London, where young men could relax and receive visitors. Wood engraving, 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Illustration depicting a surveyor measuring a water level. 1887
5311476 Illustration depicting a surveyor measuring a water level. 1887; (add.info.: Date: 1887); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Military multicycle by Singer & Co.. 12 men, with ammunition wagon at rear. British war department put through trials
530737 Military multicycle by Singer & Co.. 12 men, with ammunition wagon at rear. British war department put through trials. From Scientific American, New York, July 1887

Birthplace of James Watt shortly before it was demolished in 1887 (engraving)
541195 Birthplace of James Watt shortly before it was demolished in 1887 (engraving); (add.info.: Watt (1736-1819), Scottish engineer and inventor, was born at Greenock on the Clyde, Scotland

Printing wallpaper, France, 1887
866128 Printing wallpaper, France, 1887.; Universal History Archive/UIG.

An engraving depicting the recovery of the giant meteorite which fell at Bondego, Brazil in November 1887, 19th century
5310634 An engraving depicting the recovery of the giant meteorite which fell at Bondego, Brazil in November 1887, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1895); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Leon Edoux's hydraulic passenger lift (elevator). Engraving, Paris, 1887
530828 Leon Edoux's hydraulic passenger lift (elevator). Engraving, Paris, 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Carpet sweeper or Bissell, newly introduced from the United States. Engraving, London, 1887
530630 Carpet sweeper or Bissell, newly introduced from the United States. Engraving, London, 1887; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton - 1853-1929) only daughter of the Dean of Jersey
526509 Lillie Langtry (born Emilie Charlotte le Breton - 1853-1929) only daughter of the Dean of Jersey, she was called the Jersey Lily.; (add.info.: English society beauty and actress)

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In the year 1887, a remarkable tapestry of events unfolded, weaving together the lives of influential figures and captivating moments that shaped history. Queen Victoria, reigning over the vast British Empire, held steadfast on her throne as an emblem of strength and longevity. Meanwhile, in a small town in Austria, Erwin Schrodinger was born - destined to become one of the greatest minds in quantum physics. Little did anyone know that his groundbreaking theories would challenge our understanding of reality itself. Across the Atlantic Ocean, Geronimo stood tall as an American Apache leader. His indomitable spirit echoed through time as he fought for his people's rights and freedom. A photograph captured him in 1887 - a testament to his resilience and unwavering determination. In France, Charcot delved into the depths of human psychology alongside an asylum patient. Their collaboration shed light on mental health treatment and paved the way for advancements in psychiatric care. The Temperance Movement gained momentum during this era with its publication "Devils Toboggan Slide. " This broadsheet from Kalamazoo, Michigan aimed to discourage alcohol consumption by illustrating its destructive consequences - a powerful message echoing throughout society. Amidst these transformative years emerged Rupert Brooke; his poetic brilliance illuminated hearts during World War I. His words became solace for many amidst chaos and despair. Hammersmith Bridge gracefully spanned across London's River Thames while Nadia-Juliette Boulanger nurtured young musical talents with her expertise as a French music teacher. Her guidance sculpted future maestros who would enchant audiences worldwide. The ship Kapunda sailed through oceans carrying dreams and aspirations towards new horizons; it symbolized hope amidst uncertainty within this pivotal year. Juno adorned herself with vibrant peacock feathers - embodying beauty intertwined with regality - just like Royal Holloway College which opened its doors to women seeking higher education opportunities at a time when such endeavors were scarce.