Viscount St Albans Collection

Pathfinders - Sir Francis Bacon, after 1731, (1922). Creator: Unknown
Pathfinders - Sir Francis Bacon, after 1731, (1922). Portrait of English philosopher, scientist and statesman Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, from James I and VI
997128 Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, from James I and VI, printed by Manzi Joyant & Co. Paris, 1904 (collotype) by Somer

The Royal Society, frontispiece to Thomas Sprat, "The History of the Royal Society
The Royal Society, frontispiece to Thomas Sprat, " The History of the Royal Society of London.", 1667

Sir Francis Bacon, (1561-1626), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir Francis Bacon, (1561-1626), 1830. Francis Bacon (1561-1626) English philosopher and statesman, Attorney General and Lord Chancellor of England

Sir Nicholas Bacon, (1510-1579), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir Nicholas Bacon, (1510-1579), 1830. Sir Nicholas Bacon (1510-1579) English politician during reign of Queen Elizabeth I and Lord Keeper of the Great Seal, educated at Corpus Christi College

Sr Nicolas Bacon, Lord Keeper, 1784. Creator: Unknown
Sr Nicolas Bacon, Lord Keeper, 1784. Sir Nicholas Bacon (1510-1579), English politician, Lord Keeper of the Great Seal during reign of Queen Elizabeth I and father of philosopher

Canonbury Tower, an Old Manor House Turned into a Social Club, c1935. Creator: Donald McLeish
Canonbury Tower, an Old Manor House Turned into a Social Club, c1935. Canonbury Tower in Islington, north London, once formed part of a manor house of the Priors of St Bartholomew

Bacon. (From a remarkably scarce Print. ), 1897. Creator: John Leech
Bacon. (From a remarkably scarce Print.), 1897. English philosopher, scientist and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618. He is depicted here smoking a clay pipe

Francis Bacon, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Francis Bacon, (1933). Portrait of Francis Bacon (1561-1626), Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Bacon became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Francis Bacon, Viscount St. Albans, c1600, (1904). Artist: Paulus van Somer
Francis Bacon, Viscount St. Albans, c1600, (1904). From James I. and VI, by T. F. Henderson. [Goupil & Co. Paris, Edinburgh, New York, London, 1904]

Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. Artist: G Cooke
Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. English philosopher, scientist and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626)

Sir Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Artist: M van de Gucht
Sir Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Title page of Francis Bacons Instauratio Magna, 1620 (1893). An illustration from A Short History of the English People, by John Richard Green, illustrated edition, Volume II, Macmillan and Co

Francis Bacon, 1st Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman, (20th century). Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Monument to Francis Bacon, in St Michaels Church near St Albans, Hertfordshire, c1850. English philosopher, statesman and essayist Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Letter from Francis Bacon to Sir John Puckering, 28th July 1595. Artist: Sir Francis Bacon
Letter from Francis Bacon to Sir John Puckering, 28th July 1595. Letter from Francis Bacon, Lord Verulam and Viscount St.Albans to Sir John Puckering, Lord Keeper

Francis Bacon, English philosopher, statesman and essayist, 19th century. Artist: J Thomson
Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, statesman and essayist, 19th century. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Title page of Instauratio Magna, by Francis Bacon, 1620. Francis Bacon (1561-1626), Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman, became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman, 1618. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618. He is shown here after his appointment to the position

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"Viscount St Albans: The Legacy of Francis Bacon and the Royal Society" Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, was a prominent figure in the court of James I and VI. Known for his contributions to philosophy, science, and statesmanship, he left an indelible mark on history. The Royal Society owes its existence in part to Bacon's vision. As depicted in the frontispiece to Thomas Sprat's "The History of the Royal Society, " Bacon's influence is evident as scholars gather around him, eager to explore new knowledge. Bacon came from a distinguished lineage. His father, Sir Nicholas Bacon, served as Lord Keeper during Queen Elizabeth I's reign. A portrait from 1784 captures Sr Nicolas Bacon's dignified presence. Pathfinders like Sir Francis Bacon paved the way for scientific progress. An illustration from 1922 depicts him surrounded by symbols representing his intellectual pursuits. Canonbury Tower stands as a testament to history transformed into a social club. This old manor house once witnessed gatherings where ideas were exchanged and debated – perhaps even some inspired by Viscount St Albans himself. Artistic interpretations of Francis Bacon abound throughout time. From John Leech's scarce print in 1897 to an intriguing depiction from 1933, these images capture different facets of his complex persona. A striking portrait by Paulus van Somer showcases Viscount St Albans' regal appearance circa 1600. Meanwhile, G Cooke immortalized him with a monument at St Michaels Church in Hertfordshire – a tribute fitting for such an influential figure. Sir Francis Bacon remains an icon who shaped our understanding of philosophy, science, and governance. His legacy lives on through institutions like the Royal Society and continues to inspire generations striving for knowledge and progress.