Great Exhibition Collection

The Crystal Palace (litho) (b / w photo)
XJF272228 The Crystal Palace (litho) (b/w photo) by Hawkins, Benjamin Waterhouse (fl.1832-50); Private Collection; (add.info.: Crystal Palace designed by Joseph Paxton (1803-65); ); English

Great Exhibition
Waiting for Queen Victoria to arrive at the Great Exhibition in Crystal Palace. The glass and iron building was designed by Joseph Paxton and initially erected in Hyde Park, London

Great Exhibition, 1851, Crystal Garden Polka (coloured engraving)
611331 Great Exhibition, 1851, Crystal Garden Polka (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition, 1851)

CRYSTAL PALACE, 1851. Queen Victoria, left, opens the Great Exhibition, the first international industrial exhibition, at the Crystal Palace in Hyde Park, London, England, May 1851

Front of the Great Exhibition Building, Exterior of the South Side (engraving)
1625772 Front of the Great Exhibition Building, Exterior of the South Side (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Front of the Great Exhibition Building)

Crystal Palace
1851: A crowd of visitors at the Great Exhibition, Hyde Park, London, with Crystal Palace in the background. Original Artwork: Lithograph by Augustus Butler (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Indoor Garden
1851: Some of the sculptures, trees and fountains which filled one wing of the Crystal Palace in London for the Great Exhibition of 1851. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Prince Albert being urged to think before felling trees in Hyde Park
5312024 Prince Albert being urged to think before felling trees in Hyde Park; (add.info.: Cartoon depicting Prince Albert being urged to think before felling trees in Hyde Park to make way for)

The interior of The Crystal Palace
5307883 The interior of The Crystal Palace.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the interior of The Crystal Palace (the Main Avenue) during the Great Exhibition of 1851

An engraving depicting a Phaeton by Silk & Brown, Longacre - exhibited at the Great Exhibition, 19th century
5311398 An engraving depicting a Phaeton by Silk & Brown, Longacre - exhibited at the Great Exhibition, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1851); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The interior of The Crystal Palace
5307880 The interior of The Crystal Palace.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the interior of The Crystal Palace (the Main Transept) during the Great Exhibition of 1851. Dated 19th century

An engraving depicting an under-sprung step-piece 'Barouche' by Hallmarke & Alembert, 19th century
5311397 An engraving depicting an under-sprung step-piece 'Barouche' by Hallmarke & Alembert, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1851); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cartoon depicting Theodore Jones' silent alarm clock bedstead which was exhibited at the Great Exhibition
5308794 Cartoon depicting Theodore Jones' silent alarm clock bedstead which was exhibited at the Great Exhibition; (add.info)

An engraving depicting a Phaeton by Silk & Brown, Longacre - exhibited at the Great Exhibition, 19th century
5311395 An engraving depicting a Phaeton by Silk & Brown, Longacre - exhibited at the Great Exhibition, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1851); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Poster by Midland Railway Company for the Great Exhibition of 1851 at Hyde Park, 1851. Creator: Anonymous
Poster by Midland Railway Company for the Great Exhibition of 1851 at Hyde Park, 1851. Private Collection

Poster of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations of 1851, 1851. Creator: Anonymous
Poster of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations of 1851, 1851. Private Collection

Sketch from Punch Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, 1851. Creator: Leech, John (1817-1864)
Sketch from Punch Memorials of the Great Exhibition 1851, 1851. Private Collection

Opening of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations, by her most gracious majesty... 1851
Opening of the Great Industrial Exhibition of all nations, by her most gracious majesty Queen Victoria and his royal highness Prince Albert, 1851. Private Collection

Orchestrion (1862) by Michael Welte (VAohrenbach, Germany), published in 1877
Orchestrion by Michael Welte (VAohrenbach, Germany) during the World Exhibition London in 1862. Woodcut engraving, published in 1877

Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving)
611314 Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition, 1851.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

Great Exhibition, 1851: Looking over the Dam
GHL12647 Great Exhibition, 1851: Looking over the Dam by Brannan, Phillip & Carrick, Robert (1820-1905); London Metropolitan Archives, City of London; © London Metropolitan Archives

Visitors flock to the Great Exhibition in 1851 to view art and science exhibits, 1851 (colour litho)
3245503 Visitors flock to the Great Exhibition in 1851 to view art and science exhibits, 1851 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

The Great Exhibition being opened by Queen Victoria and her family, 1851 (colour litho)
3245498 The Great Exhibition being opened by Queen Victoria and her family, 1851 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

The Crystal Palace in the year of the Great Exhibition, 1851 (colour litho)
3245487 The Crystal Palace in the year of the Great Exhibition, 1851 (colour litho) by British School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Pictures

Silk Manufacture at the Great Exhibition (engraving)
1625594 Silk Manufacture at the Great Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silk Manufacture at the Great Exhibition)

Joseph Paxton, Esquire, FLS, Architect of the Crystal Palace (engraving)
1625568 Joseph Paxton, Esquire, FLS, Architect of the Crystal Palace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Paxton, Esquire, FLS)

Easter and the Great Exhibition (engraving)
1625541 Easter and the Great Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Easter and the Great Exhibition)

Interior of the Great Crystal Palace, the Transept looking North (engraving)
1625769 Interior of the Great Crystal Palace, the Transept looking North (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Great Crystal Palace)

Opening of the Great Exhibition, Entrance of Her Majesty and His Royal Highness Prince Albert (engraving)
1625598 Opening of the Great Exhibition, Entrance of Her Majesty and His Royal Highness Prince Albert (engraving) by English School

The Great Exhibition Building, the South Aisle looking West (engraving)
1625328 The Great Exhibition Building, the South Aisle looking West (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Exhibition Building)

The Transept from the Grand Entrance, Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving)
611319 The Transept from the Grand Entrance, Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transept from the Grand Entrance)

Great Exhibition on a Windy Day, 1851 (coloured engraving)
611300 Great Exhibition on a Windy Day, 1851 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition on a Windy Day, 1851)

Palace of Industry (coloured engraving)
611289 Palace of Industry (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palace of Industry.); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English

Interior of the Great Exhibition, British Department (engraving)
609971 Interior of the Great Exhibition, British Department (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Great Exhibition)

Interior of the Great Exhibition, north transept (engraving)
609965 Interior of the Great Exhibition, north transept (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the Great Exhibition)

The Transept of the Great Exhibition, looking south (engraving)
609919 The Transept of the Great Exhibition, looking south (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transept of the Great Exhibition)

Great Exhibition, 1851, Opening on 1 May 1851 (engraving)
611324 Great Exhibition, 1851, Opening on 1 May 1851 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition, 1851)

Zollverein, Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving)
611293 Zollverein, Great Exhibition, 1851 (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Zollverein, Great Exhibition)

Poster advertising the Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago 1893 (colour litho)
PNP383886 Poster advertising the Worlds Columbian Exposition, Chicago 1893 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chicago Worlds Fair)

The Great Exhibition Building, the Transept by Night, the "Bonfire"(engraving)
1097117 The Great Exhibition Building, the Transept by Night, the " Bonfire" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Exhibition Building)

Grand Banquet at York (engraving)
1096971 Grand Banquet at York (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Grand Banquet at York)

Great Exhibition of 1851, Prize Medal (£100), No 65, M Hippolyte Bonnardel (engraving)
1096724 Great Exhibition of 1851, Prize Medal (£ 100), No 65, M Hippolyte Bonnardel (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Great Exhibition of 1851)

Plan of Hyde Park (engraving)
1096684 Plan of Hyde Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of Hyde Park)

Design by Joseph Paxton, FLS, for a Building for the Great Exhibition of 1851 (engraving)
1096646 Design by Joseph Paxton, FLS, for a Building for the Great Exhibition of 1851 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Design by Joseph Paxton, FLS)

The Great Exhibition Building in Hyde-Park (engraving)
1097048 The Great Exhibition Building in Hyde-Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Exhibition Building in Hyde-Park)

The Great Exhibition of 1851, General View of the Works, looking East (engraving)
1097008 The Great Exhibition of 1851, General View of the Works, looking East (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Exhibition of 1851)

The Industrial Palace in Hyde Park (engraving)
1097007 The Industrial Palace in Hyde Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Industrial Palace in Hyde Park)

Mary Callinack, aged 85, the Cornish Fish-Woman, who walked from Penzance to the Great Exhibition
1102366 Mary Callinack, aged 85, the Cornish Fish-Woman, who walked from Penzance to the Great Exhibition, in Hyde Park (engraving) by English School

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Step into the grandeur of the Great Exhibition, a momentous event that captivated the world in 1851. The Crystal Palace stood tall and majestic, its intricate design showcased in a lithograph that transports you back in time. As you approach the front of the Great Exhibition Building, an engraving reveals its magnificent exterior on the South Side. The anticipation builds as you step inside, greeted by an indoor garden filled with vibrant blooms and lush greenery. The Crystal Palace truly lives up to its name, shimmering with light and elegance. Marvel at the Orchestrion by Michael Welte from VAohrenbach, Germany. Published in 1877 but displayed during this exhibition, it is a testament to human ingenuity and musical artistry. The Furniture section beckons with colorful lithographs showcasing exquisite pieces from around the world. Each piece tells a story of craftsmanship and innovation that left visitors awestruck. A panoramic engraving captures just a glimpse of what lay within - vast halls filled with wonders from every corner of society. From art to science exhibits, visitors flocked to witness these marvels firsthand. Queen Victoria herself inaugurated this extraordinary event alongside her family - their presence immortalized in a vivid color lithograph. Their enthusiasm mirrored that of countless others who eagerly explored this treasure trove of knowledge and creativity. The year was 1851 when The Crystal Palace became synonymous with greatness. Its towering structure dominated London's skyline as people marveled at its beauty through another stunning color lithograph capturing its essence perfectly. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate one of history's most remarkable exhibitions - where art met science, imagination soared high, and dreams turned into reality under one roof.