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Photography & Digital Art,HistoryFEB 13, 2023

40 Interesting Photos That Shed A New Light On The Victorian And Edwardian Eras, As Shared On This Instagram Page

Ilona Baliūnaitė and Eglė Radžiūtė

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The Victorian and Edwardian eras, which saw tremendous industrialization, technological development, and social transformation, are known as the two of the most revolutionary times in British history. These two periods were a time of great cultural richness and diversity, with art, literature, and music flourishing.

That's why, an Instagram page by the name of "Victorian chronicles" is sure to take you back in time to the said eras. This account is a historical and photographic treasure trove, bringing up a visual feast of photos and even facts that might interest you. So why not take a break, pour yourself a cup of tea, and lose yourself in a world of history?

#1 Rare Picture Of A Black Female Union Soldier 1862

Rare Picture Of A Black Female Union Soldier 1862

Her name was Cathy Williams and she had to pose as a MALE to be enlisted at the Time..She was part of the 38 Regiment,Infantry Division and was called a Buffalo Soldier.

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The page offers a new viewpoint on history, whether it be a woman dressed as Batgirl in 1904 or a rare image of a black female Union soldier from 1862. "Victorian Chronicles" is the ideal place for anyone who enjoys history, vintage photography, or just wants to see something new and intriguing because of its well-chosen selection of photos!

#2 Portrait Of Ah-Weh-Eyu (Pretty Flower), Of The Seneca Nation, 1908. Photo By J.l. Blessing

Portrait Of Ah-Weh-Eyu (Pretty Flower), Of The Seneca Nation, 1908. Photo By J.l. Blessing

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#3 Unidentified African-American Family Prairie Settlers From The 1880s

Unidentified African-American Family Prairie Settlers From The 1880s

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As you may have noticed, the page also offers descriptions and background information in addition to the pictures itself, which helps to make the pictures come to life. These specifics provide a greater understanding of the people, places, and events shown in each photograph as well as the historical setting in which they were taken.

#4 Portrait Of Hattie Tom, An Apache Native American, 1899

Portrait Of Hattie Tom, An Apache Native American, 1899

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#5 Two Ladies Making A Snow Lady. This Photo Was Originally Printed In Strand Magazine, Volume III 1892

Two Ladies Making A Snow Lady. This Photo Was Originally Printed In Strand Magazine, Volume III 1892

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The inventiveness and vigor of the Victorian and Edwardian eras are bound to excite you, whether you're drawn to their avant-garde inventions or their daring dress choices there is something just so fascinating about being able to take a look at these old photographs and learn something new about our world's history in that one particular time period.

#6 A Kitty Basking In The Beard Of Louis Coulon, A French Metallurgist, Taken In 1890

A Kitty Basking In The Beard Of Louis Coulon, A French Metallurgist, Taken In 1890

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#7 This Photograph Shows A Young Mother, Exhausted From Spending Hours Making Matchboxes, A Pile Of Which Can Be Seen On The Table

This Photograph Shows A Young Mother, Exhausted From Spending Hours Making Matchboxes, A Pile Of Which Can Be Seen On The Table

At her feet is a young, sleeping baby covered by a blanket. Picture taken In Whitechapel, London circa 1890. For such homeworkers engaged in the sweated industries there was no division between work and home life. Match-box making was amongst the lowest paid work. The industry primarily employed women and children who could expect to work an average of 16 hours per day. For every 144 boxes made they received 2 pennies. This photograph appears in an album with a number of other prints depicting sweated labourers and London's poor. Such albums were often compiled by charities to raise funds and inform the public about the plight of those living and working in London's poorest areas, such as the East End

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So, Pandas, what was your favorite photo or fact about the Victorian and Edwardian eras from this post? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below! We're eager to hear what stood out to you the most and why. Also, don't forget to check out the page itself for more interesting images and facts.

#8 Young English Victorian Lady Posing With Her Pet Cat C1890s

Young English Victorian Lady Posing With Her Pet Cat C1890s

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#9 Unknown Victorian Woman In A More Unusual Pose At The Time, Having A Good Ol’ Chuckle

Unknown Victorian Woman In A More Unusual Pose At The Time, Having A Good Ol’ Chuckle

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#10 Group Of Debutante Ladies, Washington, Dc, Circa 1910 - Colorized By Olga Shirniba

Group Of Debutante Ladies, Washington, Dc, Circa 1910 - Colorized By Olga Shirniba

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#11 Portrait Of A Cat Entitled “Pussy” Photographed By Edward And Henry T. Anthony & Co. Circa 1869-1875

Portrait Of A Cat Entitled “Pussy” Photographed By Edward And Henry T. Anthony & Co. Circa 1869-1875

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#12 Vintage Studio Portrait Of Girl A With Cat, Circa 1913

Vintage Studio Portrait Of Girl A With Cat, Circa 1913

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#13 Amelia Van Buren With Friend Photographed By Thomas Eakins, Late 1880s, Metropolitan Museum Of Art: Photography

Amelia Van Buren With Friend Photographed By Thomas Eakins, Late 1880s, Metropolitan Museum Of Art: Photography

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#14 Portrait Of Actresses Maude Adams And Ethel Barrymore, Taken In New York, Circa 1897

Portrait Of Actresses Maude Adams And Ethel Barrymore, Taken In New York, Circa 1897

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#15 Alice Doherty - The Minnesota Woolly Girl - Poses With Her Family In A Typically Dour Victorian Photograph Circa Early 1900s

Alice Doherty - The Minnesota Woolly Girl - Poses With Her Family In A Typically Dour Victorian Photograph Circa Early 1900s

She suffered from “dog-faced” hypertrichosis, a rare condition that wasn't an uncommon sight in the world of Victorian-era so called ‘freak’ shows. Alice and her mum toured with Professor Weller’s One-Man Band from the age of five, and was exhibited in shop windows and other small venues. Other hypertrichosis sufferers made a small fortune touring in Europe, but Alice never reached their heights of fame. In 1915, aged 28, she retired in Dallas, Texas where she died in 1933

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#16 A Young Victorian Lady Photographing A Mirror Selfie. Circa 1900

A Young Victorian Lady Photographing A Mirror Selfie. Circa 1900

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#17 Portrait Of Another Victorian Batwoman, Shown As Marie Schleinzer, Taken At Adele Kuk Hof-Atelier, Vienna Circa 1890

Portrait Of Another Victorian Batwoman, Shown As Marie Schleinzer, Taken At Adele Kuk Hof-Atelier, Vienna Circa 1890

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#18 A Female Mason Perched High Above Berlin (C. 1910)

A Female Mason Perched High Above Berlin (C. 1910)

With the rise of industrialization, the number of German women who worked outside the home also increased. This usually meant factory work. But in some families with their own businesses, daughters also learned a trade so that they could help out: here, we see a master-mason’s daughter during the renovation work on the old city hall tower in Berlin

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#19 Unknown Victorian Lady Pulling A Face For The Camera

Unknown Victorian Lady Pulling A Face For The Camera

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#20 A Victorian Lass With Rather Long Hair In A Fashionable Pic C1890s

A Victorian Lass With Rather Long Hair In A Fashionable Pic C1890s

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