1890 Collection (page 7)

Fencing School 1890
Two men practise under the careful eye of their master at a fencing school

TAILORs WORKSHOP / 1890
A Tailors workshop, showing the master cutter, sleeve- presser and under-presser

Wagner / Materna / Kikeriki
RICHARD WAGNER German composer, with the celebrated opera singer Mme Materna, taking part in a Wagnerian performance on a hot day in Paris in 1890

Edison / Electricity / NY
EDISONs NEW YORK PLANT The central electrical plant of the Edison Company at New York

France / Chinon
Chateau de Chinon (Indre-et-Loire)

Burying the Hatchet
A terrible accident during a street circus act where a knife-thrower misjudges his aim and hits his woman assistant in the head with his throwing hatchet

Pointer (Very Shaw)
A classic pointer standing in the field

Maiden Castle Hillfort
At 1, 800 ft long, Maiden Castle is one of the largest and most completely excavated Hillforts in Britain

Westminster Abbey / 1890
Interior of the Abbey

Hastings / Photo of Pier
The Pier (admission 2d) with announcements of Robinson Crusoe, Judas Maccabeus, excursions on the Seagull for the Easter holiday

Visit from a Fairy
A girl is visited by a friendly fairy in bed at night, and gets taken on a wonderful journey

Dwight Eisenhower / Anon
DWIGHT EISENHOWER US Soldier and President 1953 - 1961

Charing Cross / W H Smith
W H Smiths bookstall, and the entrance to the Continental Departure Platform

Social Scenes Britain
Hastings, late 19th century

Do it yourself Bike
Home assembly model Safety bicycle : if you ve followed the instructions properly, you should have one of these : if it looks more like a lawn- mower, you boobed

Richard Burton in eastern costume
Richard Burton, traveller, in the costume he wore as a pilgrim to Mecca

Corn cutter hat reaping picking mowing harvest
Corn cutter with hat, seen from behind, reaping, picking, mowing, harvest, agricultural implements: sickle, Vincent van Gogh (signed by artist), 1863 - 1890, paper, chalk, pencil, brush

Five blacksmiths anvil holding large hammer 1890
Five blacksmiths near an anvil, each holding a large hammer; about 1890; Gelatin silver print

Vincent van Gogh (Dutch, 1853 - 1890), Farmhouse in Provence, 1888, oil on canvas

Grayling, Grayling (Schooner), Yachts, 1890

Street in Singapore. Date: circa 1890

Prisoners exercising
GOGH, Vincent van (1853-1890). Prisoners exercising. Post-Impressionism. Oil on canvas

Van Gogh Plain Near Auvers 1890
The Art Concept

Duck-winged game birds: Simon and Miss Etty
5912869 Duck-winged game birds: Simon and Miss Etty.; (add.info.: Duck-winged game birds, Gallus gallus domesticus. Bred by John Goodwin)

A French doctor examines a pregnant woman. 1890 (french engraving)
5617243 A French doctor examines a pregnant woman. 1890 (french engraving); (add.info.: 02/02/1890); Universal History Archive/UIG

A satirical view of a French soldier guarding against radical revolutionary ideas. 1890 (french engraving)
5617242 A satirical view of a French soldier guarding against radical revolutionary ideas. 1890 (french engraving); (add.info.: 02/02/1890); Universal History Archive/UIG

Two old women gossip in a village. 1890 (french engraving)
5617238 Two old women gossip in a village. 1890 (french engraving); (add.info.: 02/02/1890); Universal History Archive/UIG

An old lady shares her lunch with a young female factory worker. 1890 (french engraving)
5617235 An old lady shares her lunch with a young female factory worker. 1890 (french engraving); (add.info.: 02/02/1890); Universal History Archive/UIG

A poor couple outside a factory worry if they can get enough money for their baby to have food to eat
5617229 A poor couple outside a factory worry if they can get enough money for their baby to have food to eat. French illustration 1890; (add.info.: 02/02/1890); Universal History Archive/UIG

Illustration showing a scene of despair from the Beauty and the beast story. 1890 (chromolithograph)
5669262 Illustration showing a scene of despair from the Beauty and the beast story. 1890 (chromolithograph); Universal History Archive/UIG

Men carrying President McKinley on sedan chair
2604144 Men carrying President McKinley on sedan chair; (add.info.: Illustration shows representatives of the Democratic, Republican)

Sioux war dance
2604111 Sioux war dance; (add.info.: Sioux war dance. Oleograph from Ratzel "The Human Race" Leipzig, c1890. Chromolithograph)

Georg Leo von Caprivi (1831-1899) German soldier and statesman. In March 1890 he succeeded Bismarck as Chancellor of
527317 Georg Leo von Caprivi (1831-1899) German soldier and statesman. In March 1890 he succeeded Bismarck as Chancellor of Germany (b/w photo); Universal History Archive/UIG

Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) Scottish-born American inventor, lecturing on his telephone at Salem (top)
532045 Alexander Graham Bell (1847-1922) Scottish-born American inventor, lecturing on his telephone at Salem (top) while friends in his study at Boston listen to his lecture - 12 February 1877

Horatio Allen (1802-1889)
865221 Horatio Allen (1802-1889); (add.info.: Horatio Allen (1802-1889) American civil engineer and railroad pioneer. Assisted in the design of the Erie Canal

Part of a French wagon-lit (sleeping car), showing accommodation by day and night and centre, the lavatory and WC
538611 Part of a French wagon-lit (sleeping car), showing accommodation by day and night and centre, the lavatory and WC, 1890 (engraving); (add.info.: Part of a French wagon-lit (sleeping car)

Edison telephone in a wall-mounted box. Wood engraving, New York, 1890
530470 Edison telephone in a wall-mounted box. Wood engraving, New York, 1890; Universal History Archive/UIG

Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890
3665725 Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Ayam jallak, Malay game cock, 1890 (chromolithograph)
5912898 Ayam jallak, Malay game cock, 1890 (chromolithograph); (add.info.: Ayam jallak, Malay game cock, Gallus gallus domesticus)

Two French women talking in the street, 1890 (illustration)
5669282 Two French women talking in the street, 1890 (illustration); Universal History Archive/UIG

Cannes harbour around 1890 (photochrome)
3272480 Cannes harbour around 1890 (photochrome); Underwood Archives/UIG

Orfeo and Euridice opera starring Sofia and Giulia Ravogli 1890 (photo)
5314825 Orfeo and Euridice opera starring Sofia and Giulia Ravogli 1890 (photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); (add.info.: Orfeo and Euridice opera starring Sofia and Giulia Ravogli 1890)

Edison carbon telephone: sending and receiving apparatus with battery box at base. Solid metal diaphragm
530472 Edison carbon telephone: sending and receiving apparatus with battery box at base. Solid metal diaphragm. Wood engraving, New York 1890; Universal History Archive/UIG

Hollerith tabulator which used a punched card memory system. First used in the US census of 1890
530833 Hollerith tabulator which used a punched card memory system. First used in the US census of 1890. Engraving, Paris, 1894; Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of an African American man standing 1890 (photo)
677016 Portrait of an African American man standing 1890 (photo); (add.info.: Portrait of an African American man standing); Universal History Archive/UIG

Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890
3665734 Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890
3665727 Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890
3665724 Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); (add.info.: Leibig card depicting French children on the beach 1890.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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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.