Victorian (1837 – 1901)
Explore objects, stories and blogs illuminating an era defined by the 63-year monarchy of Queen Victoria.
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Class & Economics
Class & Economics
What were penny toys?
These colourful toys were sold on the streets by some of London’s poorest citizens
Behind the scenes
Behind the scenes
Mudlarks: Rescuing relics from the River Thames
From prehistoric blades to sacred relics, historical artefacts found on the shores of the Thames
Politics & Society
Politics & Society
The Penny Post sparked a letter-writing revolution
Letter-writing exploded in popularity in Victorian Britain thanks to one-penny postage
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Paintings, Prints & Drawings
Paintings, Prints & Drawings
The Last & Newest London & Paris Fashions 1846 Morning Dresses (coloured engraving)
1846
Printed Ephemera
Printed Ephemera
Skelt's Characters in Harlequin Guy Fawkes (character sheet)
Skelt, Martin and Matthew
1837-1840
