C1900 Collection (page 4)

John Mackenzie Bacon (1846-1904) English scientific writer and lecturer interested in astronomy, ballooning, wireless telegraphy, acoustics, and cinematography. Engraving c1900

WJ von Bebber, German meteorologist c1900. Engraving

Thoma Storey (1825-189) English industrialist and philanthropist from Lancashire. Storey was a mine owner, a mill owner and leather manufacturer who ade his fortune in the manufacture of oil-cloth

William III (1650-1702) joint monarch of Great Britain and Ireland from 1688-1694 with his wife Mary II, and king alone after her death. Wood engraving c1900

Borwick Ward for children under ten and, inset, Her Majestys Hospital, Stepney Causeway, London. The hospital, run by Barnados, was opened in 1888 as a hospital for sick children

The Life and Strange Surprising Adventures of Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. First published in 1719, it is claimed to be the first English novel

Game of football at Boys Home, Stepney, London. From Bubbles c1900 published by Dr Barnados Homes for Children. Oleograph

Lost and Found: Little girl united with her lost pet Fox Terrier at Battersea Dogs Home, London. A home for lost and starving dogs was opened in Holloway in 1860 and moved to Battersea

Men of the Metropolitan Fire Brigade fighting outbreak of fire in the City of London 19 November 1897. About 100 warehouses destroyed and the roof of St Giles Church

Ships of the British Navy: A First Class Cruiser and Torpedo Boats. Top: Signalling at night using searchlights. From Bubbles c1900 published by Dr Barnados Homes for Children. Oleograph

Swimming pool at Boys Home, Stepney, London and, inset, offices of Dr Barnados on Stepney Causeway. From Bubbles c1900 published by Dr Barnados Homes for Children. Oleograph

Teasle. Wild Teasle (Dipsacus sylvestris) centre. Small Teasle (D. pilosus) right. Fullers Teasle (D. Sullonum) left, showing the hooked spines on the seed head which was used to raise nap on woollen

George II (1683-1760) king of Great Britain and Ireland and elector of Hanover from 1727. Member of the Hanoverian dynasty. Wood engraving c1900

William IV (1765-1837) king of Great Britain from 1830: third son of George III, uncle of Victoria. Member of the Hanoverian dynasty. Wood engraving c1900

George I (1660-1727) king of Great Britain and Ireland from 1714, Elector of Hanover from 1798. First Hanoverian monarch of the United Kingdom. Wood engraving c1900

George IV (1762-1830), son of George III, Prince Regent from 1811due to his fathers illness. King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1820. Member of the Hanoverian dynasty. Wood engraving c1900

Mary II (1662-1294) queen of Great Britain and Ireland from 1689 as a joint monarch with her husband William III. Elder daughter of James II. A member of the Stuart dynasty. Wood engraving c1900

Elizabeth I (1533-1603) queen of England from 1558. Daughter of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn, she was the last Tudor. Wood engraving c1900

Lady Jane Grey (1537-54) The Nine Days Queen. After the death of her ardently Protestant cousin Edward VI, Jane was proclaimed queen of England by her ambitious father-in-law the Duke of

James VI of Scotland from 1567, and James I of England and Ireland from 1603 (1566-1625). Son of Mary Queen of Scots, he was the first Stuart monarch of the United Kingdom. Wood engraving c1900

Henry VIII (1491-1547) king of England from 1509. Second monarch of the Tudor dynasty, father of Edward VI, Mary I, and Elizabeth I. Wood engraving c1900

Edward VI (1537-1553) king of England and Ireland from 1547. Son of Henry VIII and his third wife, Jane Seymour. Always a sickly child, he died of natural causes. A member of the Tudor dynasty

Mary I (1516-58) Queen of England from 1553. Daughter of Henry VIII and Catherine of Aragon and a staunch Roman Catholic, Mary married Philip II of Spain but the marriage was childless

Henry VII (1457-1509) first Tudor king of England from 1485. Defeated Richard III at Bosworth Field on 22 August 1485, the battle which ended the Wars of the Roses. Wood engraving c1900

Richard III (1452-85) king of England from 1483, last Yorkist king of England. He lost the of England crown to Henry Tudor (Henry VII) at the Battle Bosworh Field, 22 August 1485

Edward IV (1442-1483) king of England March 1461 to October 1470 and April 1471-1483. With the help of Richard Neville, Earl of Warwick, he was declared king in 1461

Henry IV (1367-1413) king of England from 1399. First Lancastrian king of England, son of John of Gaunt. Wood engraving c1900

Edward III (1312-1377) king of England from 1327 on the deposition of his father, Edward II. His claim in 1340 to the throne of France led to the Hundred Years War

Edward I (1239-1307), king of England from 1272. Known as Edward Longshanks because of his above average height, and Hammer of the Scots because of his military campaigns against Scotland

John (1167-1216) king of England from 1199: youngest son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. A member of the Angevin dynasty. Wood engraving c1900

Henry III (1207-72) king of England from 1216: son of King John. A member of the Angevin dynasty. Wood engraving c1900

Richard I, Coeur de Lion (1157-1199) king of England from 1189: son of Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine. A member of the Angevin dynasty. Wood engraving c1900

Stephen of Blois (c1097-1154) grandson of William the Conqueror, King of England from 1135 after the death of his uncle, Henry I

William II called Rufus (the Red) (1056-1100), second surviving son of William I, king of England from 1087. Cruel and rapacious, he was an unpopular monarch

William, Duke of Normandy (c1028-1087) William I, the Conqueror, king of England from 1066. William landed with his army near Hastings, Sussex on 13 October 1066

Housemaids / Curtains 1900
Housemaids practice arranging curtains Date: c1900

Royal family group at Osborne House
Members of the Royal family in the gardens of Osborne House, Isle of Wight, c.1898-1900. From left: Prince Leopold of Battenberg (seated)

A Hunting Party C. 1900
A shooting party split left and right into groups of estate workers and the richer guests, stand in admiration of their bag of hares and small game birds Date: circa 1900

Fiji / Couple C1900
A man and woman from Fiji Date: c1900

Native Hawaiians
Three native Hawaiian girls Date: c1900

Girl Minds Baby C1900
A little girl minds the baby. Date: circa 1900

Sulky Girl C1900
A little girl leans against a wall and sulks - perhaps she has no-one to play with... Date: circa 1900

Cheapside / Photo C1900
Cheapside, City of London: with traffic and pedestrians Date: circa 1900

Safe by Carl Ade C1900
A safe designed by Carl Ade Date: circa 1900

Boy Bathing C1900

Girl with Pets
A girl and her pets: two rabbits, a dog and various birds. Date: circa 1900

Perfume Bottle C1900
A decorative perfume bottle containing Eau de Cologne Fleur de Tilleul. Date: circa 1900

Boy Making Toys C1900
A boy in a sailors outfit works on a model sailing ship. Date: circa 1900

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"C1900: A Glimpse into the Past" Step back in time to the turn of the 20th century with a captivating array of images and stories. Join Mr. Fox's Hunt Breakfast on Christmas Day, where riders gather for a festive celebration amidst nature's beauty. The elegance of Grace, Jones & Jephson shines through as they grace us with their presence. Experience the enchanting world of opera as Verdi's masterpiece "Rigoletto" takes center stage, while Liebig2 captures this musical marvel in stunning illustrations. Discover how absence truly makes the heart grow fonder as loved ones are separated by distance but remain connected by love. Immerse yourself in Japanese culture through mesmerizing tattoos that adorned bodies during this era, showcasing intricate designs and symbolism. Witness a jockey and saddle from c1900, capturing the essence of horse racing and its rich history. Travel to York's bustling Low Petergate street c1900, where shops line up offering an array of goods to eager customers. Observe traffic police diligently managing chaotic streets during this period when automobiles were still a novelty. Delve into school days gone by with a glimpse at Dunce at School - an amusing reminder that even education had its challenges back then. Explore Charles Booth's influential work documenting social conditions in London between 1840-1916, shedding light on societal issues faced during this transformative period. Be captivated by geishas gracefully playing traditional instruments against a backdrop of cultural splendor c1900 Japan held dear. Marvel at their exquisite attire and poise as they embody timeless beauty. Transport yourself to another time with these snapshots from c1900 – an era filled with charm, innovation, and cultural richness that continues to fascinate us today.