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Antoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection

Antoine Laurent de Lavoisier, a prominent figure in the world of science and chemistry, is celebrated for his groundbreaking discoveries and contributions to the field

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: The arrest and death sentence of Antoine Lavoisier (1743-1794)

The arrest and death sentence of Antoine Lavoisier (1743-1794) French chemist during the terror denounced to
ELD4950959 The arrest and death sentence of Antoine Lavoisier (1743-1794) French chemist during the terror denounced to the revolutionary authorities along with the twenty-seven other general farmers

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier's apparatus for the analysis of the air, 1864

Lavoisier's apparatus for the analysis of the air, 1864
7125170 Lavoisier's apparatus for the analysis of the air, 1864; (add.info.: Lavoisier's apparatus for the analysis of the air)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Engraving depicting Lavoisier and Laplace's Calorimeter which he used to determine the amount of

Engraving depicting Lavoisier and Laplace's Calorimeter which he used to determine the amount of heat produced by
UIG5425830 Engraving depicting Lavoisier and Laplace's Calorimeter which he used to determine the amount of heat produced by combustion. Dated 19th Century ©UIG/Leemage

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier discovered oxygen (engraving)

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier discovered oxygen (engraving)
539945 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier discovered oxygen (engraving) by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794) French chemist, discovered oxygen

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: French chemist Lavoisier (1743-1794) use one of his invention called 'la cornue', engraving, 1812

French chemist Lavoisier (1743-1794) use one of his invention called "la cornue", engraving, 1812
1756518 French chemist Lavoisier (1743-1794) use one of his invention called "la cornue", engraving, 1812; (add.info)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Portrait of Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794), a French chemist, in his laboratory

Portrait of Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794), a French chemist, in his laboratory
NWI4946935 Portrait of Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794), a French chemist, in his laboratory.; (add.info.: Portrait of Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794), a French chemist

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 1874 (engraving)

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 1874 (engraving)
1574763 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 1874 (engraving); (add.info.: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794) French chemist the father of modern chemistry'

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier during scientific experiment (engraving)

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier during scientific experiment (engraving)
1732389 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier during scientific experiment (engraving) by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794) french chemist, economist

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 19th century (engraving)

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 19th century (engraving)
1732392 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 19th century (engraving) by French School, (19th century); (add.info.: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794) french chemist, philosopher, economist

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier's apparatus for weighing gases

Lavoisier's apparatus for weighing gases
539948 Lavoisier's apparatus for weighing gases. by French School, (18th century); (add.info.: From his Traite Elementaire de Chimie, Paris, 1789)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Engraving depicting Lavoisier and Laplace's Calorimeter which he used to determine the amount of

Engraving depicting Lavoisier and Laplace's Calorimeter which he used to determine the amount of heat produced by
UIG5425778 Engraving depicting Lavoisier and Laplace's Calorimeter which he used to determine the amount of heat produced by combustion. Dated 19th Century ©UIG/Leemage

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier, Antoine-Laurent (1743-1794). English chemist. Established the composition of the water

Lavoisier, Antoine-Laurent (1743-1794). English chemist. Established the composition of the water
CUL4847736 Lavoisier, Antoine-Laurent (1743-1794). English chemist. Established the composition of the water and the basis of bioenergetics. Engraving. Paris (1864). Etching. SPAIN. CATALONIA

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent LAVOISIER (engraving)

Antoine Laurent LAVOISIER (engraving)
3525482 Antoine Laurent LAVOISIER (engraving); (add.info.: Antoine Laurent LAVOISIER - 1743-1794 the vignette at the bottom shows Lavoisier investigating the existence of oxygen in the air)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894), French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894), French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776
539933 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894), French chemist, demonstrating his discovery of oxygen, 1776. 1874 (engraving from Louis Figuier Vies des Savant Illustres du XVIIIe Siecle)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier and Meusnier's apparatus for the decompostion of water, 1750

Lavoisier and Meusnier's apparatus for the decompostion of water, 1750
865305 Lavoisier and Meusnier's apparatus for the decompostion of water, 1750; Universal History Archive/UIG

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 1874 (engraving)

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 1874 (engraving)
1574764 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, 1874 (engraving); (add.info.: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794) French chemist the father of modern chemistry

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Guillaume Francois Rouelle (1703-1770) French chemist. 1874 (engraving, Paris)

Guillaume Francois Rouelle (1703-1770) French chemist. 1874 (engraving, Paris)
541186 Guillaume Francois Rouelle (1703-1770) French chemist. 1874 (engraving, Paris); (add.info.: Lavoisier's teacher: Professor (demonstrateur) at Jardin du Roi, Paris

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Giant burning glass of the Academie des Sciences, used for chemical experiments, 1874 (engraving)

Giant burning glass of the Academie des Sciences, used for chemical experiments, 1874 (engraving)
539766 Giant burning glass of the Academie des Sciences, used for chemical experiments, 1874 (engraving) by French School

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894) making an experience on oxygen and its influence on life

Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894) making an experience on oxygen and its influence on life
ELD4841450 Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1894) making an experience on oxygen and its influence on life, placing a mouse under a bell - Antoine Laurent Lavoisier French chemist

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier's investigation of the existence of oxygen in the air. Mercury in trough (right)

Lavoisier's investigation of the existence of oxygen in the air. Mercury in trough (right)
541898 Lavoisier's investigation of the existence of oxygen in the air. Mercury in trough (right) and in glass balloon (left) on prolonged heating, some red oxide of mercury found in balloon

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier and the 'winds' of Napoleon, 19th century (engraving)

Lavoisier and the "winds" of Napoleon, 19th century (engraving)
1804132 Lavoisier and the "winds" of Napoleon, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Coll. Part.); Photo © CCI

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Lavoisier, 19th century (stained glass)

Antoine Lavoisier, 19th century (stained glass)
1797096 Antoine Lavoisier, 19th century (stained glass); (add.info.: Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794) French chemist, philosopher, economist, here in his laboratory

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Lavoisier, French chemist, economist and nobleman. 1805 (engraving)

Antoine Lavoisier, French chemist, economist and nobleman. 1805 (engraving)
7235107 Antoine Lavoisier, French chemist, economist and nobleman.1805 (engraving) by David, Jacques Louis (1748-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antoine Lavoisier, French chemist)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier (engraving)

Lavoisier (engraving)
7194292 Lavoisier (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lavoisier. Illustration for Histoire de France en Cent Tableaux by Paul Lehugeur (A Lahure)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Peaceful glories of France (colour litho)

Peaceful glories of France (colour litho)
3099324 Peaceful glories of France (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Peaceful glories of France)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier

Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier
LLM459516 Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier by Planella Coromina, Josep or Jose (1804-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Lavoisier, French chemist (chromolitho)

Antoine Lavoisier, French chemist (chromolitho)
972064 Antoine Lavoisier, French chemist (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antoine Lavoisier (1743-1794), French chemist

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Lavoisier (engraving)

Antoine Lavoisier (engraving)
815893 Antoine Lavoisier (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier (1743-1794)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisier (coloured engraving)

Lavoisier (coloured engraving)
2802201 Lavoisier (coloured engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lavoisier. Illustration for Le Plutarque Francais by Ed Mennechet (Crapelet)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier (engraving)

Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier (engraving)
815821 Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier (1743- 1794)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine Lavoisier discovers the composition of Air (engraving)

Antoine Lavoisier discovers the composition of Air (engraving)
3098047 Antoine Lavoisier discovers the composition of Air (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Antoine Lavoisier discovers the composition of Air)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: French Navy review off Cherbourg (colour litho)

French Navy review off Cherbourg (colour litho)
3099155 French Navy review off Cherbourg (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: French Navy review off Cherbourg. Revue de l armee navale a Cherbourg)

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Lavoisiers apparatus for the analysis of the air. Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier, 1743 - 8 May 1794

Lavoisiers apparatus for the analysis of the air. Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier, 1743 - 8 May 1794, aka Antoine Lavoisier. French nobleman and chemist

Background imageAntoine Laurent De Lavoisier Collection: Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier, also known as Antoine Lavoisier after the French Revolution

Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier, also known as Antoine Lavoisier after the French Revolution, 1743 - 1794. French nobleman and chemist



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Antoine Laurent de Lavoisier, a prominent figure in the world of science and chemistry, is celebrated for his groundbreaking discoveries and contributions to the field. Born in 1743, this French chemist, economist, and nobleman left an indelible mark on history. Lavoisier's brilliance was evident from an early age as he delved into various scientific pursuits. His experiments led him to uncover the composition of air—a monumental achievement that revolutionized our understanding of gases. This engraving captures the moment when Lavoisier made this remarkable discovery. Despite his immense contributions to science, tragedy befell Lavoisier during the tumultuous period of the French Revolution. In 1794, he was unjustly executed by guillotine—an act depicted vividly in a chromolithograph titled "Execution of Antoine Lavoisier. " The loss of such a brilliant mind sent shockwaves through the scientific community. However, even after his untimely demise, Lavoisier's legacy endured. His work laid the foundation for modern chemistry and earned him recognition as one of history's greatest scientists. This engraving from 1805 portrays Antoine Lavoisier with utmost respect and admiration—honoring his significant achievements. "Lavoisier" became synonymous with scientific excellence—a name revered by scholars worldwide. This colored engraving showcases his influence on future generations who continued to build upon his findings. Beyond science alone, Lavoisier also contributed to economics and held noble status within society. His multidisciplinary approach demonstrated how knowledge could transcend boundaries and lead to comprehensive understanding. In this lithograph titled "Peaceful glories of France, " we witness a celebration honoring France's accomplishments under Napoleon Bonaparte's rule—the same era when Antoine-Laurent de Lavoisier thrived intellectually. Today, we remember Antoine-Laurant de Lavoiser not only for his scientific breakthroughs but also for his unwavering dedication to knowledge.