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1830s Collection (#49)

Step back in time to the vibrant and captivating 1830s, where art, exploration, and innovation took center stage

Background image1830s Collection: Faradays voltameter

Faradays voltameter. This is a device invented by Michael Faraday (1791-1867) that is used to measure a quantity of electrical charge

Background image1830s Collection: Slow loris, 19th century C013 / 6510

Slow loris, 19th century C013 / 6510
Slow loris (Nycticebus coucang). This illustration is from the John Reeves Collection of botanical and zoological drawings from Canton, China

Background image1830s Collection: Blue-and-yellow tanager, 19th century C013 / 6439

Blue-and-yellow tanager, 19th century C013 / 6439
Blue-and-yellow tanager (Thraupis bonariensis). This bird is from South America. This hand-coloured lithograph by John and Elizabeth Gould was published in Zoology of the Voyage of the HMS Beagle

Background image1830s Collection: Least weasel, 19th century C013 / 6415

Least weasel, 19th century C013 / 6415
Least weasel (Mustela nivalis). This artwork is Plate 205 from Collection of Watercolour Drawings of British Vertebrates, published between 1830 and 1841 by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Eurasian sparrowhawk, 19th century C013 / 6413

Eurasian sparrowhawk, 19th century C013 / 6413
Eurasian sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus). Plate 203 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Hen harrier, 19th century C013 / 6414

Hen harrier, 19th century C013 / 6414
Hen harrier (Circus cyaneus). Plate 204 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common goldeneye, 19th century C013 / 6412

Common goldeneye, 19th century C013 / 6412
Common goldeneye (Bucephala clangula). Plate 202 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Eurasian sparrowhawk, 19th century C013 / 6411

Eurasian sparrowhawk, 19th century C013 / 6411
Eurasian sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus). Plate 201 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common moorhen, 19th century C013 / 6409

Common moorhen, 19th century C013 / 6409
Common moorhen (Gallinula chloropus). Plate 199 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common moorhen, 19th century C013 / 6408

Common moorhen, 19th century C013 / 6408
Common moorhen (Gallinula chloropus). Plate 198 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Tufted duck, 19th century C013 / 6410

Tufted duck, 19th century C013 / 6410
Tufted duck (Aythya fuligula). Plate 200 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Rock ptarmigan, 19th century C013 / 6406

Rock ptarmigan, 19th century C013 / 6406
Rock ptarmigan (Lagopus mutus). Plate 196 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Bar-tailed godwit, 19th century C013 / 6401

Bar-tailed godwit, 19th century C013 / 6401
Bar-tailed godwit (Limosa lapponica). Plate 191 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Smew, 19th century C013 / 6405

Smew, 19th century C013 / 6405
Smew (Mergellus albellus). Plate 195 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: European storm petrel, 19th century C013 / 6407

European storm petrel, 19th century C013 / 6407
European storm petrel (Hydrobates pleagicus). Plate 197 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common kestrel, 19th century C013 / 6404

Common kestrel, 19th century C013 / 6404
Common kestrel (Falco tinnunculus). Plate 194 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Northern wheatear, 19th century C013 / 6403

Northern wheatear, 19th century C013 / 6403
Northern wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe). Plate 193 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Grey phalarope, 19th century C013 / 6402

Grey phalarope, 19th century C013 / 6402
Grey phalarope (Phalaropus fulicarius). Plate 192 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Red knot, 19th century C013 / 6400

Red knot, 19th century C013 / 6400
Red knot (Calidris cantus). Plate 190 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common sandpiper, 19th century C013 / 6399

Common sandpiper, 19th century C013 / 6399
Common sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos). Plate 189 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Northern wheatear, 19th century C013 / 6398

Northern wheatear, 19th century C013 / 6398
Northern wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe). Plate 187 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common redstart, 19th century C013 / 6378

Common redstart, 19th century C013 / 6378
Common redstart (Phoenicurus phoenicurus). Plate 168 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Greater whitethroat, 19th century C013 / 6377

Greater whitethroat, 19th century C013 / 6377
Greater whitethroat (Sylvia communis). Plate 167 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Eurasian nutcracker, 19th century C013 / 6374

Eurasian nutcracker, 19th century C013 / 6374
Eurasian nutcracker (Nucifraga caryocatactes). Plate 164 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Eurasian blackbird, 19th century C013 / 6379

Eurasian blackbird, 19th century C013 / 6379
Eurasian blackbird (Turdus merula). Plate 169 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Ring ouzel, 19th century C013 / 6376

Ring ouzel, 19th century C013 / 6376
Ring ouzel (Turdus torquatus). Plate 166 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Eurasian jackdaw, 19th century C013 / 6373

Eurasian jackdaw, 19th century C013 / 6373
Eurasian jackdaw (Corvus monedula). Plate 163 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Black-hooded oriole, 19th century C013 / 6375

Black-hooded oriole, 19th century C013 / 6375
Black-hooded oriole (Oriolus xanthornus). Plate 165 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: European greenfinch, 19th century C013 / 6371

European greenfinch, 19th century C013 / 6371
European greenfinch (Carduelis chloris). Plate 161 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: European starling, 19th century C013 / 6369

European starling, 19th century C013 / 6369
European starling (Sturnus vulgaris). Plate 159 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Eurasian jay, 19th century C013 / 6372

Eurasian jay, 19th century C013 / 6372
Eurasian jay (Garrulus glandarius). Plate 162 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: House sparrow, 19th century C013 / 6370

House sparrow, 19th century C013 / 6370
House sparrow (Passer domesticus). Plate 160 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Red-crested cardinal, 19th century C013 / 6367

Red-crested cardinal, 19th century C013 / 6367
Red-crested cardinal (Paroaria coronata). Plate 157 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common linnet, 19th century C013 / 6368

Common linnet, 19th century C013 / 6368
Common linnet (Carduelis cannabina). Plate 158 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: European starling, 19th century C013 / 6366

European starling, 19th century C013 / 6366
European starling (Sturnus vulgaris). Plate 156 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: European goldfinch, 19th century C013 / 6365

European goldfinch, 19th century C013 / 6365
European goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis). Plate 155 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Corn bunting, 19th century C013 / 6364

Corn bunting, 19th century C013 / 6364
Corn bunting (Miliaria calandra). Plate 154 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Grey wagtail, 19th century C013 / 6363

Grey wagtail, 19th century C013 / 6363
Grey wagtail (Motacilla cinerea). Plate 153 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Red crossbill, 19th century C013 / 6362

Red crossbill, 19th century C013 / 6362
Red crossbill (Loxia curvirostra). Plate 152 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Rock pipit, 19th century C013 / 6343

Rock pipit, 19th century C013 / 6343
Rock pipit (Anthus petrosus). Plate 133 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: White wagtail, 19th century C013 / 6341

White wagtail, 19th century C013 / 6341
White wagtail (Motacilla alba). Plate 131 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Pipit, 19th century C013 / 6342

Pipit, 19th century C013 / 6342
Pipit (Anthus sp.). Plate 132 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Pied wagtail, 19th century C013 / 6340

Pied wagtail, 19th century C013 / 6340
Pied wagtail (Motacilla alba yarrelli). Plate 130 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Sand martin, 19th century C013 / 6338

Sand martin, 19th century C013 / 6338
Sand martin (Riparia riparia). Plate 128 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Common swift, 19th century C013 / 6339

Common swift, 19th century C013 / 6339
Common swift (Apus apus). Plate 129 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Eurasian skylark, 19th century C013 / 6336

Eurasian skylark, 19th century C013 / 6336
Eurasian skylark (Alauda arvensis). Plate 126 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Barn swallow, 19th century C013 / 6337

Barn swallow, 19th century C013 / 6337
Barn swallow (Hirundo rustica). Plate 127 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray

Background image1830s Collection: Mistle thrush, 19th century C013 / 6333

Mistle thrush, 19th century C013 / 6333
Mistle thrush (Turdus viscivorus). Plate 123 from Watercolour drawings of British Animals (1831-1841) by Scottish naturalist William MacGillivray




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Step back in time to the vibrant and captivating 1830s, where art, exploration, and innovation took center stage. The decade began with John James Audubon's mesmerizing masterpiece, "American Flamingo, " showcasing the breathtaking beauty of nature. Audubon continued to enchant audiences with his Louisiana Heron, capturing the grace and elegance of this majestic bird. Meanwhile, a sense of wonder filled the air as the Vauxhall Royal Balloon made its first ascent into the heavens. Spectators marveled at this daring feat of human ingenuity and bravery. Speaking of courage, Grace Darling rowed alongside her father in a heroic rescue mission that captured hearts worldwide. As cities evolved during this era, Worthing unveiled its street plan in 1830—a testament to urban planning and progress. But it wasn't just on land that new horizons were explored; Jean Samuel Pauly and Durs Egg introduced their Dolphin airship—an engineering marvel that promised boundless possibilities for travel. The artistic realm also flourished during this period: W Heath Robinson's whimsical Railway Ribaldry illustration brought laughter to many faces while providing a satirical commentary on society's obsession with trains. And speaking of balloons again—another Vauxhall Royal Balloon ascent left spectators breathless as they witnessed humans defy gravity once more. But not all was lightheartedness; tales circulated about Spring-Heeled Jack—a winged monster haunting London streets—sending shivers down spines and fueling imaginations across England. Amidst these fantastical stories emerged practicality in Duncton's tithe map from 1837—a detailed record reflecting societal structures through land ownership. Lastly, John James Audubon returned with his Snowy Owl painting—an ethereal representation of nature's wonders that continues to captivate even today. Meanwhile, London Fire Engine Establishment listed fire stations throughout the city—reminders of both the dangers faced and the resilience of communities.