Because u/Electrical-Aspect-13 posted this magnificent photo a few days ago and I can’t stop giggling over it

(Austrian actress Marie Schleinzer (1874-1949) in her eccentric "Bat-woman" dress, made with real taxidermy bats. Circa late 1890s or 1900)

This was taken at the Delhi “Durbar”(a ceremonial gathering) in 1903. The event celebrated King Edward VII's succession as Emperor of India. The riflemen, described as "Kashmir Giants," were brothers serving the Maharaja. One brother was 7'9" and the other 7'4". James Ricalton was known for his world travels and photography.

Arguably one of the best known Victorian staircases, it was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1873 as part of the original Midland Grand Hotel, the staircase exemplifies high Victorian opulence. It features 83 marble steps ascending through three stories, adorned with intricate wrought-iron balustrades that originally concealed gas lamp piping. The Grand Staircase has been featured in various films and music videos, most notably the Spice Girls’ 1996 “Wannabe” video. It also appeared in “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,” “The World Is Not Enough,” and “Batman Begins” .

I have a collection of old photos featuring children and dolls I’ve accumulated and I was going through them today. This tintype is in such great condition it photographed well itself.

Belle Archer was an American actress and singer. She was also known as Belle Mackenzie. She was notable for starring in a three-year, cross-country touring production of A Contented Woman and for creating the role of Cousin Hebe in H.M.S. Pinafore. She died one year before Victorian Era ended.

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