1848 Collection (#5)

James-Arthur Balfour (1848) (b / w photo)
5219778 James-Arthur Balfour (1848) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James-Arthur Balfour (1848)

Edouard Toudouze, Peintre, 1848 (b / w photo)
5201634 Edouard Toudouze, Peintre, 1848 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edouard Toudouze, Peintre, 1848)

Madame Georges De Peyrebrune, Femme De Lettres, 1848 (b / w photo)
5201559 Madame Georges De Peyrebrune, Femme De Lettres, 1848 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Georges De Peyrebrune, Femme De Lettres)

Emile Forichon, Magistrat, 1848 (b / w photo)
5201463 Emile Forichon, Magistrat, 1848 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Emile Forichon, Magistrat, 1848)

Jules-Martin Cambon, Homme Politique, 1848 (b / w photo)
5201362 Jules-Martin Cambon, Homme Politique, 1848 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jules-Martin Cambon, Homme Politique, 1848)

M de Lamartine, haranguant le peuple a l Hotel de Ville, 26 fevrier 1848 (engraving)
962932 M de Lamartine, haranguant le peuple a l Hotel de Ville, 26 fevrier 1848 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: M de Lamartine)

Derniers restes du college de Cluny a l angle de la rue de Cluny et de la rue des Gres, 1848 (engraving)
963387 Derniers restes du college de Cluny a l angle de la rue de Cluny et de la rue des Gres, 1848 (engraving) by French School

Prise du Chateau-d eau, en 1848 (engraving)
963347 Prise du Chateau-d eau, en 1848 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Prise du Chateau-d eau, en 1848)

Advert for the appearance of Sea Lions and Lionesses at Cremorne Gardens, London in 1848 (engraving)
584614 Advert for the appearance of Sea Lions and Lionesses at Cremorne Gardens, London in 1848 (engraving) by English School

The French Revolution of 1848, Crowds in Paris singing "Mourir pour la Patrie"(engraving)
2781647 The French Revolution of 1848, Crowds in Paris singing " Mourir pour la Patrie" (engraving) by English School

Native Youth of India pleading for Christian Instruction Date: 1848

Insurrection in Vienna, the Conflict at the Cathedral (engraving)
1617697 Insurrection in Vienna, the Conflict at the Cathedral (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Insurrection in Vienna, the Conflict at the Cathedral)

Court Martial at Paris appointed to try the Insurgents of June (engraving)
1617635 Court Martial at Paris appointed to try the Insurgents of June (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Ross Arctic Expedition - the expeditions ships housed in for winter. Engraving showing the darkness at midwinter, 21 December 1848. Date: 1849

Death of the Archbishop of Paris (engraving)
1617516 Death of the Archbishop of Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Death of the Archbishop of Paris)

French Revolution of 1848 (engraving)
1607085 French Revolution of 1848 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Revolution of 1848)

Defenders of the Barricade (engraving)
1607061 Defenders of the Barricade (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Defenders of the Barricade)

Demonstration at the Hotel de Ville, Paris, on Sunday Last, Lamartine addressing the Crowd (engraving)
1607127 Demonstration at the Hotel de Ville, Paris, on Sunday Last, Lamartine addressing the Crowd (engraving) by English School

French Revolution of 1848 (engraving)
1607054 French Revolution of 1848 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Revolution of 1848. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 March 1848)

Castle Tavern
View of the Castle Tavern, Kentish Town road, London. This pub was present by 1651 and was rebuilt in 1848. In 1861 and earlier, it is listed at 23 Providence Place, Kentish Town

A stand at the Champ de Mars races, 1848
Woman watching the horse race at Champ de Mars racetrack. She wears a bonnet and blue redingote over a crinoline dress. Men in top hat and tails. A stand at the Champ de Mars races, 1848

The carrefour Gaillon and the fountain, 1848
Woman in front of the fountain at Place Gaillon, Paris. She wears a cashmere shawl with arm holes called la visite over her crinoline. The carrefour Gaillon and the fountain, 1848

The terrace at Tortoni s, 1847. Fashionable women in crinolines, large cashmere shawls and bonnets. The Cafe Tortoni Italan icecream parlor, 22 Bouleverd des Italiens, was popular with dandies

Unidentified locomotive no 11257, side elevation. By J Gabriel, possibly for EB Wilson. Inscribed similar to Jenny Lind (by EB Wilson, 1848) except fluting of dome omitted, whistle omitted

Wanstead Infant Orphan Asylum - Election Lobby Card
A card lobbying for support for Robert Wilfrid Dickson, a candidate in an election for new admissions to the Wanstead Infant Orphan Asylum. Date: 1848

A Page from the book Antiquities of Mexico: Comprising Facsimilies of Ancient
1195382 A Page from the book Antiquities of Mexico: Comprising Facsimilies of Ancient Mexican Paintings and Hieroglyphics, c

Caricature politique italienne sur les evenements de 1848 (engraving)
5228295 Caricature politique italienne sur les evenements de 1848 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Il 15 maggio 1848 a Napoli, Incendio Del Palazzo Gravina (engraving)
5220945 Il 15 maggio 1848 a Napoli, Incendio Del Palazzo Gravina (engraving) by Matania, Edouardo (1847-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Il 15 maggio 1848 a Napoli)

Shipping Off Scarborough, 1848 (watercolour)
652014 Shipping Off Scarborough, 1848 (watercolour) by Bentley, Charles (1805/6-54); 48.8x74.9 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Shipping Off Scarborough. Charles Bentley (1805/06-1854)

"Un Peu De Feu... Camarade?... ", 1848 (colour litho)
6007216 " Un Peu De Feu..... Camarade?...", 1848 (colour litho) by Caran d Ache (Emmanuel Poire) (1858-1909) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: " Un Peu De Feu)

Cartoon, A Great Demonstration -- satirical comment on the Chartist movement, depicting a Chartist leader backing down immediately when a magistrate tells him that his proposed demonstration will not

Cartoon, A Silly Trick -- Farmer John Bull can t be fooled by a trickster with a turnip head, pretending to be an invading French soldier. Date: 1848

Cartoon, Wellington Stirring Up the British Lion -- with the threat of a French invasion, the lion dozes unconcerned, telling the Duke that he will be ready when hes wanted. Date: 1848

Royal Group 1848
Queen Victoria and Prince Alberts young family. Date: 1848

Cartoon, The Parliamentary Toots -- a satirical comment on Benjamin Disraelis criticism of Lord John Russells government. Mrs Blimber (co-owner of a school)

Summerhouse, Cote de Grace, Honfleur, France
Summerhouse at Cote de Grace, Honfleur, in which King Louis Philippe and Queen Marie-Amelie were concealed in March 1848. 1840s

Spalding railway station, Spalding, Lincolnshire. It opened in 1848 and was renamed Spalding Town railway station later the same year. Date: 1848

Great Northern Railway at Spalding, Lincolnshire
The Great Northern Railway at Spalding, Lincolnshire. Spalding station opened in 1848, and was renamed Spalding Town later the same year. Date: 1848

Train passing under arch into Conway railway station 1848
Train passing under an arch into Conway railway station, Conway, North Wales. The arch has been cut through part of the original wall of Conway (Conwy) Castle

Railway station at Abergele, North Wales, in the year of its opening. It is now known as Abergele & Pensarn Station. Date: 1848

Chester and Holyhead railway 1848
Chester and Holyhead general railway. Date: 1848

Bangor station 1848
An engraving of outside of a Bangor station showing the rail which has workers during construction. Date: 1848

Marie Magnier, Artiste, 1848 (b / w photo)
5201708 Marie Magnier, Artiste, 1848 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Marie Magnier, Artiste, 1848)

Henri Des Houx, Homme De Lettres, 1848 (b / w photo)
5201521 Henri Des Houx, Homme De Lettres, 1848 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henri Des Houx, Homme De Lettres, 1848)

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In the year 1848, a series of events unfolded that left an indelible mark on history. The expedition led by Captain Francis Crozier aboard HMS Erebus and HMS Terror set sail in 1845, embarking on a treacherous journey to discover the fabled Northwest Passage. Little did they know that their fate would be sealed within the icy grip of the Arctic. Meanwhile, across distant lands, the Charge of the Light Dragoons at the Battle of Ramnuggur showcased bravery and valor amidst chaos and conflict. Queen Victoria reigned over her empire with grace and determination, while in North Wales Lunatic Asylum, Denbigh, troubled souls sought solace from their inner demons. The Enterprise and Investigator found themselves surrounded by unforgiving ice in Barrow Strait as they too pursued exploration's elusive rewards. Baron Louis-François Lejeune paid a visit during this time of great discovery and uncertainty. Back on familiar shores, St Michaels Hospital in Aylsham provided care for those in need while Princess Louise graced society with her presence. The loss of Captain Sir John Franklin still haunted hearts after his ill-fated expedition to find passage through frozen waters claimed his life. Amidst these tumultuous times, cricket legend W. G. Grace showcased his batting prowess at Gravesend in 1913 – a testament to sporting excellence enduring beyond eras. And finally, Chartism Cartoon captured societal struggles as voices rose against inequality and fought for democratic rights throughout this transformative year. 1848 stands as a pivotal moment where explorers ventured into uncharted territories while battles raged on distant frontiers; where royalty reigned amidst turmoil; where asylum walls held stories untold; where heroes fell but legends lived on; where sportsmanship triumphed amid adversity; where voices united for change.