[Commemorative printed handkerchief for the Royal Jubilee Exhibition, 1887] [graphic]
Published / Created:
[Manchester, England] : [s.n.], [1887?]
Physical Description:
1 printed handkerchief : linen ; 54 x 58 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Prints
Notes:
The Royal Jubilee Exhibition of 1887 was held in Old Trafford, Manchester, to celebrate the Golden Jubilee of Queen Victoria's reign. It was opened by Princess Alexandra, wife of Edward, the Prince of Wales, on 3 May 1887, and remained open for 166 days, during which time there were 4.5 million paying visitors, 74,600 in one day alone. Its theme was progress in art, science and industry during this time. The buildings were constructed from cast iron gas pipes, and had large glazed areas. The main building was in the shape of a cross, with a 150-foot (46 m) high central dome 90 feet (27 m) in diameter, from which radiated four long galleries.
Subject Terms:
Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901 -- Anniversaries, etc. | Victoria, Queen of Great Britain, 1819-1901 -- Portraits. | Royal Jubilee Exhibition (1887 : Manchester, Greater Manchester) | Exhibitions -- England -- Manchester. | Manchester (England) -- Buildings, structures, etc.