1890 Collection (page 2)

George Beaumont with manual fire engine, Pinner
George Beaumont, Chief Officer of the Pinner Voluntary Fire Brigade, with a manual fire engine which was kept at Waxwell Lane, Pinner, having previously been housed at The Hall

Fish Gallery, September 1890
The Fish Gallery attractions included a 8.5m (28 ft) long basking shark caught near Shanklin, Isle of Wight, and wood from a whaling ship, the Farquharson, pierced by swordfish lances

A little girl asleep on her mothers lap circa 1890

GARDEL, Carlos (1890-1935). Argentinian composer and tango singer. Performance of Carlos Gardel. Photography

MAP: BRITISH ISLES, c1890. Map of the British Isles, c1890, by a German cartographer, published in the United States

SNOWDONIA NATIONAL PARK. View of Crib Goch and Snowdon Railway, Gwynedd in Snowdonia National Park, Wales. Photochrome print, c1890-1900

Miners and owner, Hook Colliery, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
A group of men at Hook Colliery, near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, South Wales. They are the current shift of miners plus the owner, standing near a wooden headframe connected to a mineshaft

Street scene, Carmarthen, Dyfed, South Wales
A street scene in Carmarthen, the county town of Carmarthenshire, Dyfed, South Wales. The grocers shop on the left displays a large coffee pot on the corner of the building

Shooters Hill is named after the archery butts located here in the 16th century : later it was a favourite haunt of highwayman, attacking travelers bound for France

Agatha Christie (1890-1976)
Photographic portrait of Agatha Christie (1890-1976), the English novelist and playwright, pictured in 1923

Boston Quay - 1890
The Doughty Quay Boston, Lincolnshire

Firth of Forth Bridges, 1964 Road Suspension Bridge (foreground), 1890 Rail Bridge (background), Scotland, UK, Europe

Vaslav Nijinsky / Tennis
VASLAV NIJINSKY Russian ballet dancer and choreographer, seen here in his tennis outfit for Jeux

Wertheims Sewingmachine
The sewing machines manufactured by Joseph Wertheim of Frankfurt are used by gnomes as well as by the housewives of Ballarat and Warrnambool

Albert Hall / Chromo
A view of the exterior of the Royal Albert Hall

Irish Terrier (Shaw)
An Irish Terrier

Barnum & Bailey Poster
Poster for Barnum and Baileys Circus

Assorted Toy Dogs
Three toy dogs - a Pug, an Italian Greyhound and a Yorkshire Terrier

Paddling on Blackheath
Children roll up their trouser legs and go paddling in the ponds on Blackheath London

Trees / Common Elm C1890
A common elm

British at Harare
The British flag is ceremonially raised over Fort Salisbury (now Harare) in Mashonaland (later Rhodesia, later still Zimbabwe)

Plants / Papaver Rhoeas
Corn or Field Poppy

Alice and the Cheshire Cat -- We re all mad here, said the Cat. I m mad. You re mad

Pyramids of Gizeh, Egypt
The Pyramids of Gizeh in Egypt, with water, trees, and camels in the foreground

Royal Waiting Room, Paddington Station, c. 1890
Situated on Platform 1 the Royal Waiting Room was used regularly by Royalty travelling from London to Windsor. As one can see from this image taken around 1890

Victorian Greeting Card - Owls with Lantern
Two owls standing with a lantern. Date: circa 1890

Egon Schiele, Dancer (Die TaÔé¼nzerin), Austrian, 1890 - 1918, 1913, watercolor and gouache over graphite on wove paper

NIJINSKI, Vaslav Fmich (1890-1950). Russian dance and choreographer. Engraving

TEA CUP, 1890. English newspaper advertisement for Phillips Wedgwood China, 1890

Turkey / Smyrna / Izmir 1890
Izmir: boats moored along the quayside

Richard Burton / Leighton2
SIR RICHARD FRANCIS BURTON Traveller and writer

Foxhound (Book of Dog)
Foxhound in the field

Fruit Desserts (1890)
Dessert fruits, including ginger and olives

The Leas Lift at Folkestone, Kent
View of the Leas Lift at Folkestone, Kent. It was designed by R.G. Waygood in 1885, and in 1890 it was decided to build a further lift alongside

LCC- MFB Stoke Newington fire station
Stoke Newington fire station was one of the last to be built by the MFB in 1886 prior to the creation of the London County Council in 1889

Stackpole Quay, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
Scene at Stackpole Quay, near Pembroke, Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales, with The Pride of Wales unloading coal and ready to load limestone

American Indians. Sitting Bull addressing a meeting of brave
Sitting was an inspirational Sioux Chief, who together with Crazy Horse, defeated Custer and tried to prevent the American Indians being forced into reservations

Manning (Photo 1890)
HENRY EDWARD MANNING cardinal, wearing his ecclesiastical robes with lots of lace, and a crucifix suspended from his neck

5th Royal Irish Lancers

Bull Terrier & Dalmatian
A Dalmatian and a Bull Terrier stand side by side gazing at something in the distance

Lourdes Pilgrims (Card)
Pilgrims kneel before the statue of Mary in the grotto, while one of them drinks the water and another lights a candle

Queen Victoria
QUEEN VICTORIA Circa 1890

Whisky Advertisement
Ross and Cameron advert featuring a man in full Scottish dress

Eyre Massey Shaw / 1890
Sir EYRE MASSEY SHAW Leader of fire brigades and author on the techniques and technicalities of fighting fires

Advert / Tidmans Soap
Tidmans Herbal Skin Soap

Advert / Mustard / Keen s
Keens Mustard - gives Keen-ness to the appetite

Jerome K Jerome / 1890 Pho
Jerome K. Jerome Writer

Illustration of Ferranti testing 10, 000V cable V510 / 0013
19th Century power transmission. Illustration showing Sebastian Ziani de Ferranti (1864-1930) testing his 10, 000 Volt cable in 1890

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"Exploring the Mysteries of 1890: From Palmistry to Elevators, Everest to Sewing Machines" Step into the intriguing world of 1890, where a palmistry map of the hand reveals secrets and fortunes yet untold. Meanwhile, the revolutionary Otis Electric Elevator takes urban landscapes to new heights, transforming skylines and revolutionizing transportation. In this era of daring expeditions, Colonel Norton defies all odds as he reaches an astonishing altitude of 28, 000 feet on Mount Everest in 1924. A testament to human resilience and determination. Amidst bustling streets adorned with Singer sewing machine ads from the 1890s, women find empowerment through their ability to create beautiful garments with ease. The sewing machine becomes a symbol of progress and independence. The Salvation Army launches a powerful campaign during this period; their mission is clear - providing hope and aid for those in need. Their selfless efforts touch countless lives across communities far and wide. Transport yourself back to Ivybridge Station and Viaduct in Devon around 1890; witness the marvels of Victorian engineering as trains traverse breathtaking landscapes. The viaduct stands tall as a testament to human ingenuity. Jh Newman's captivating photograph from 1888 captures an enigmatic moment frozen in time – it leaves us pondering about life's mysteries that lie beyond our reach. Maps transport us across continents; Australia and New Zealand unfold before our eyes like undiscovered treasures waiting to be explored. These maps beckon adventurers towards uncharted territories filled with wonders yet unseen. Bismarck's iconic image dropping his pilot reminds us that even great leaders must sometimes let go of old ways for progress lies ahead – a lesson echoing throughout history till today. An advertisement for Patersons Camp Coffee tantalizes taste buds while promising moments of comfort amidst busy lives – its aroma filling homes with warmth since the late nineteenth century.