In a spectacular temporary exhibition building in Hyde Park more than 100,000 exhibits were put on display. On May 1 1851 Queen Victoria ... was nicknamed 'The Crystal Palace' by the satirical ...

The opening of the Great Exhibition by Queen Victoria at Crystal Palace. 1851.; The opening of the Great Exhibition by her most gracious Majesty Queen Victoria May 1 1851. Engraved by H. Bibby.

In a spectacular temporary exhibition building in Hyde Park more than 100,000 exhibits were put on display. On May 1 1851 Queen Victoria ... was nicknamed 'The Crystal Palace' by the satirical ...