1883 Collection (#8)

Amazzone, 1883 (oil on panel)
989305 Amazzone, 1883 (oil on panel) by Boldini, Giovanni (1842-1931); 26.7x35 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Amazzone. Giovanni Boldini (1842-1931). Oil on panel. Painted in 1883

Dance in the Country, 1883 (pencil heightened with red chalk on tan paper)
989051 Dance in the Country, 1883 (pencil heightened with red chalk on tan paper) by Renoir, Pierre Auguste (1841-1919); 23.2x14.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Standing Woman Seen from the Front, Clasping her Corset; Femme debout et vue de face
1768502 Standing Woman Seen from the Front, Clasping her Corset; Femme debout et vue de face, agrafant son corset, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Degas

Eitel, Prince De Prusse (1883) (b / w photo)
5219652 Eitel, Prince De Prusse (1883) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Eitel, Prince De Prusse (1883)

Peasant Working; Paysan travaillant, 1882-1883 (oil on panel)
1767824 Peasant Working; Paysan travaillant, 1882-1883 (oil on panel) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 16x25 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Peasant Working; Paysan travaillant)

The Transit of Venus, 1883 (oil on canvas laid down on board)
1767350 The Transit of Venus, 1883 (oil on canvas laid down on board) by Brown, John George (1831-1913); 76.8x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transit of Venus)

Woman with a Parasol; Femme au Parapluie, c. 1883 (conte crayon on paper)
825317 Woman with a Parasol; Femme au Parapluie, c.1883 (conte crayon on paper) by Seurat, Georges Pierre (1859-91); 30.5x21.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

The Lotus Eaters, 1883 (pencil and watercolour heightened with white)
652065 The Lotus Eaters, 1883 (pencil and watercolour heightened with white) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1896); 74.9x121.9. cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Lotus Eaters)

The Lesson, 1883 (oil on canvas)
658976 The Lesson, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Portielje, Jan (1829-1908); 63.2x80 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Dutch, out of copyright

Snow, Carcel Road, 1883 (oil on canvas)
988643 Snow, Carcel Road, 1883 (oil on canvas) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 117x90 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Snow, Carcel Road; La Neige, rue Carcel. Paul Gauguin (1848-1903)

Landscape with Woman and Child; Landschap met Vrouw en Kind, 1883 (pen and black ink
825863 Landscape with Woman and Child; Landschap met Vrouw en Kind, 1883 (pen and black ink, pencil and wash heightened with white on laid) by Gogh

Cartoon portrait, Tom Swinburne, actor
Cartoon portrait, Thomas Swinburne, actor -- Old Tom. 1883

Cartoon, Another Juliet. Trixie Southbank, who is tired of being an extra and wants to play Juliet, asks John Hollingshead (1827-1904), manager of the Gaiety Theatre, for a matinee slot

Cartoon, F W Irish, actor
Cartoon, F W Irish (Warm). He appeared alongside Henry Irving in various productions at the Lyceum Theatre, London. 1883

The Comet, early paddle steamer
The Comet, an early paddle steamer, built in 1812 in Scotland, the first commercially successful steamboat service in Europe, operating on the River Clyde between Glasgow and Greenock

Guy Fawkes procession on bonfire night. 19th century

Henry Welby, the Grub Street Hermit. He managed to live in solitude in the middle of London. 16th century

Exhibition of needlework by Mary Linwood, London
Exhibition of needlework by Mary Linwood (1755-1845) at Old Savile House, Leicester Square, London. early 19th century

Dr Garencieres, translator of Nostradamus
Dr Theophilus de GarenciÞ▓Ñs (1610-1680), French apothecary and translator of Nostradamus into English (1672). 17th century

Crossing the dateline, marine ceremonies

Beating the Bounds in London
Beating the bounds in London - an old custom. 1883

Almanac Day at Stationers Hall, London
Almanac Day at Stationers Hall, City of London, in late November, when the next years almanacs went on sale. Porters would take the bags of books all over the country. 19th century

Watchman in the time of King James I
A watchman in the time of King James I. early 17th century

Statute or hiring fair, where masters choose their servants

A party of mummers. 19th century

A London mug house. 18th century

Man with a Dutch catchpole. 1626

Curfew, or couvre-feu, fire cover

Cresset bearer

Cartoon, Clapham Junction Station, SW London
Cartoon, Metropolitan Prize Puzzles No.6, underground passage at Clapham Junction Station, SW London - a passenger can t remember which stairs to take

Albrecht Van Der Stuyft, Cyclisme, 1883 (b / w photo)
5201782 Albrecht Van Der Stuyft, Cyclisme, 1883 (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Albrecht Van Der Stuyft, Cyclisme, 1883)

Edward White Benson
865154 Edward White Benson by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910); (add.info.: Edward White Benson (1829-1896) English churchman and schoolmaster

Distracting twin babies sitting for a family photograph
A mother is sat having a portrait captured with her twin babies. Numerous people are stood behind the photographer attempting to maintain the babies attention looking in their direction

Essence of Parliament: Cartoon marking the opening of the first session of Parliament for
539034 Essence of Parliament: Cartoon marking the opening of the first session of Parliament for 1883 (wood engraving) by Furniss

Schweizerische Landesausstellung, Zurich, 1883 (litho)
2775054 Schweizerische Landesausstellung, Zurich, 1883 (litho) by Swiss School, (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for booklet entitled Schweizerische Landesausstellung)

Artwork by Florence Auerbach, peach-coloured rose, dated Florence, 19 December 1883. Date: 1883

Commemorative card, picnic to celebrate a wedding
Commemorative card for a picnic to celebrate the wedding of John Watkins and Maggie Laing, 3 August 1883, Grahamstone Farm, Loch Leven, Scotland, listing the names of all who attended. Date: 1883

Group photo, people at a picnic to celebrate a wedding
Group photo, people at a picnic to celebrate the wedding of John Watkins and Maggie Laing, 3 August 1883, Grahamstone Farm, Loch Leven, Scotland. Date: 1883

Young Scotsman in traditional costume. Date: 1883

Advert, J & F Allen, Coach Builders, London
Advertisement, J & F Allen, Coach Builders, Long Acre, London, established 1817 - drags, buggies, spider phaetons, landaus, broughams. 1883

Upper High Street, Sunderland
A view of Upper High Street, Sunderland. Hutchinsons Buildings are visible on the right hand side of the street. 1883

Jesmond Dene public park, Newcastle-upon-Tyne
The Jesmond Dene public park, Newcastle upon Tyne. 1. bridge at north end of the Dene; 2. iron bridge over the entrance road, erected by Sir William Armstrong; 3. Deep Dene house; 4. The Old Mill; 5

Wimbledon lawn tennis championships 1883
Championship meeting 1883 at the All England Lawn Tennis Club ground, Wimbledon

Reopening of the Schlosskirche at Wittenberg (engraving)
1603681 Reopening of the Schlosskirche at Wittenberg (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Reopening of the Schlosskirche at Wittenberg)

The Rebellion in the Soudan, Reviews of Troops by Baker Pasha at Suakim on Christmas-Day, 1883 (engraving)
1061409 The Rebellion in the Soudan, Reviews of Troops by Baker Pasha at Suakim on Christmas-Day, 1883 (engraving) by English School

The Workmans Train. Interior of a third class carriage running workers from the suburbs of London into the city centre. The illustration related to a feature in the same issue of The Illustrated

Cartoon, Essence of Parliament (MPs)
Cartoon, Essence of Parliament -- Mr Punch shows members of the House of Commons as microscopic bugs in a petri dish. 1883

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1883: A year of cultural milestones, historical events, and artistic marvels. From the timeless compositions of Richard Wagner to the innovative linoleum manufacturers' advertisements, this year was a tapestry of creativity and progress. The Treasure Island Map captivated imaginations with its hidden treasures waiting to be discovered, while Gabrielle Coco Chanel revolutionized fashion with her visionary designs. The mesmerizing Krakatoa sunsets inspired breathtaking artworks that captured the ethereal beauty of nature's fury. Boadicea (Boudica) symbolized strength and resilience in an era marked by empowerment movements. In the realm of music, Wagner's genius continued to enchant audiences worldwide, leaving an indelible mark on classical compositions. Karl Marx's postcard served as a reminder of his influential ideas that shaped political discourse for generations to come. Meanwhile, John Maynard Keynes laid the foundation for modern economic theory through his groundbreaking contributions. The Tank Battle on the Somme showcased British MkIV and German A7V tanks clashing in a display of military prowess and technological advancement during World War I. And amidst it all, Karl Marx found solace in his study as he delved into profound philosophical reflections, a mosaic where art met history; where innovation intertwined with tradition; where visionaries left their imprints on society's fabric. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and serves as inspiration for future generations.