King John

King John 1899

4.90

Based on Shakespeare's play, Act V, Scene vii: King John is in torment, and his supporters fear that his end is near. As he writhes in agony, he is attended by Prince Henry, the Earl of Pembroke, and Robert Bigot. Prince Henry tries repeatedly to comfort his delirious father, but to no avail - John's pain is too great.

1899

Afternoon Tea in the Gardens of Clarence House

Afternoon Tea in the Gardens of Clarence House 1897

2.50

Several members of European Royalty, including the Duke and Duchess of York, and Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, seated round a tea-table in the grounds of Clarence House.

1897

He and She

He and She 1898

1.00

An amusing picture showing a quarrel between an elderly husband and his young wife, and a joyful reconciliation.

1898

Naval Guns Firing at Colenso

Naval Guns Firing at Colenso 1899

1

Close shot of 4.7" naval gun pointing to the left with group of British naval ratings standing around it. The gun fires and the men run up to reload, the begin to pull the gun forward.

1899

The Grand Canal, Venice

The Grand Canal, Venice 1898

3.70

"This picture was taken from the front of a rapidly moving launch through one of the most beautiful stretches of the Grand Canal, showing many magnificent historical palaces. The photographic work is unusually fine."

1898