Astronomer Royal Collection

The Royal Society (engraving)
1046913 The Royal Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Society, a Portrait Group of some of the Most Distinguished Fellows)

George Biddell Airy (1801-1892), 19th century (engraving)
865216 George Biddell Airy (1801-1892), 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: George Biddell Airy (1801-1892) English astronomer and geophysicist born at Alnwick, Northumberland

Punch cartoon: Sir George Biddell Airy, English Astronomer Royal (engraving)
6034982 Punch cartoon: Sir George Biddell Airy, English Astronomer Royal (engraving) by Sambourne, Edward Linley (1844-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Professor W H M Christie, FRS (engraving)
1054580 Professor W H M Christie, FRS (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professor W H M Christie, FRS, the New Astronomer Royal)

The Late Sir George Biddell Airey, Astronomer-Royal (engraving)
1055853 The Late Sir George Biddell Airey, Astronomer-Royal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Sir George Biddell Airey, Astronomer-Royal)

The British Association at Montreal, Sketches of the Voyage out (engraving)
1623032 The British Association at Montreal, Sketches of the Voyage out (engraving) by Seymour, George L. (fl.1876-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Association at Montreal)

Portrait of Edmond Halley (engraving)
982192 Portrait of Edmond Halley (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edmond Halley, English astronomer, geophysicist, mathematician)

George Biddell Airy (engraving)
815677 George Biddell Airy (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Biddell Airy (1801-1892). English Astronomer Royal and mathematician

Tercentenary of Trinity College, Dublin (engraving)
1603344 Tercentenary of Trinity College, Dublin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tercentenary of Trinity College, Dublin)

A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving)
1046432 A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Momento of Her Majestys Jubilee Year, 1887)

James Bradley (engraving)
812368 James Bradley (engraving) by Hudson, Thomas (1701-79) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Bradley. Drawn by Richardson from an original painting by Thomas Hudson)

The British Association at Manchester (engraving)
1046073 The British Association at Manchester (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The British Association at Manchester)

The Transit of Venus, The Model Used for Practice at Greenwich Observatory (engraving
XJF133396 The Transit of Venus, The Model Used for Practice at Greenwich Observatory (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School

The late Sir George Biddell Airy, KCB, formerly Astronomer-Royal (b / w photo)
1614569 The late Sir George Biddell Airy, KCB, formerly Astronomer-Royal (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The late Sir George Biddell Airy, KCB)

G B Airy, LLD, FRS, Astronomer Royal (engraving)
1588453 G B Airy, LLD, FRS, Astronomer Royal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: G B Airy, LLD, FRS, Astronomer Royal)

The Solar Eclipse, Views in the Camps of the different Expedition (engraving)
1039384 The Solar Eclipse, Views in the Camps of the different Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Solar Eclipse)

Sir George Biddell Airy, the Astronomer Royal (engraving)
1058217 Sir George Biddell Airy, the Astronomer Royal (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir George Biddell Airy, the Astronomer Royal)

Flamsteed (engraving)
2775134 Flamsteed (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Flamsteed (1646-1719), English astronomer. The first Astronomer Royal

Professor R Copeland, Astronomer-Royal for Scotland (engraving)
1626257 Professor R Copeland, Astronomer-Royal for Scotland (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professor R Copeland, Astronomer-Royal for Scotland)

John Flamsteed (engraving)
812425 John Flamsteed (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Flamsteed, English astronomer and the first Astronomer Royal. Drawn by T)

The Transit of Venus, Model used for Practice at Greenwich Observatory (engraving)
1053290 The Transit of Venus, Model used for Practice at Greenwich Observatory (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transit of Venus)

Sir George Biddell Airy, 1801-1892. English mathematician and astronomer. He served as Astronomer Royal from 1835-1881

John Flamsteed, 1646 To 1719. English Astronomer And The First Astronomer Royal. From The Book Short History Of The English People By J.R. Green Published London 1893

Edmond Halley, caricature C015 / 6703
Edmond Halley (1656-1742). Caricature of the British astronomer Sir Edmond Halley. Halley is famous for deducing that the comets seen in 1456, 1531, 1607 and 1682 were the same object

James Bradley, 18th century English astronomer, (1836). Artist: E Scriven
James Bradley, 18th century English astronomer, (1836). Bradley (1693-1762) was Astronomer Royal from 1742. He is best known for discovering the aberration of light

Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer, (1836). Artist: E Scriven
Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer, 1836. Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

The Reverend Dr Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer. Artist: E Scriven
The Reverend Dr Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer. Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

Sir George Biddell Airy, KCB, FRS, Astronomer Royal, 1877. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Sir George Biddell Airy, KCB, FRS, Astronomer Royal, 1877. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church, in science, literature and art

Bradley, 19th century. Artist: R Scriven
Bradley, 19th century. James Bradley (1693-1762) was an English astronomer, Astronomer Royal from 1742. He is best known for discovering the aberration of light

Nevil Maskelyne, fifth British Astronomer Royal, (1815). Artist: Page
Nevil Maskelyne, fifth British Astronomer Royal, (1815). Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

Nevil Maskelyne, English astronomer, 1804. Maskelyne (1732-1811) was Astronomer Royal from 1765-1811. He was made a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1758

Edmond Halley, English astronomer and mathematician, c1720 (1794). Edmond Halley (1656-1742), Astronomer Royal from 1720 until 1742

John Flamsteed, English astronomer and clergyman, 1712 (1725). Artist: George Vertue
John Flamsteed, English astronomer and clergyman, 1712 (1725). Born in Denby, Derbyshire, and educated at Cambridge, Flamsteed (1646-1719)

George Biddell Airy, English astronomer and geophysicist, 1868. Airy (1801-1892) was Astronomer Royal and director of the Royal Greenwich Observatory from 1835 to 1881

George Biddell Airy (1801-1892), English astronomer and geophysicist, 1877. Airy was Astronomer Royal and director of the Royal Greenwich Observatory from 1835 to 1881

John Flamsteed, English astronomer
John Flamsteed (1646-1719), English astronomer. Flamsteed was appointed by Charles II as the first Astronomer Royal in 1675

George Biddell Airy, British astronomer
George Biddell Airy (1801-1892), British astronomer, 19th century engraving. During his career, Airy was elected president to the Royal Astronomical Society

George Airy, British astronomer
George Biddell Airy (1801-1892), British astronomer. During his career, Airy was elected president to the Royal Astronomical Society

1736 Edmond Halley astronomer & physicist 1736 Edmond Halley astronomer & physicist
Edmond Halley astronomer and physicist (8 November 1656 - 14 January 1742). 1832 Engraving by W.D. Fry in the " Gallery of Portraits" after the painting by Dahl 1736 at age 80 with later

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"The Astronomer Royal: Pioneers of Celestial Exploration" In the realm of celestial exploration, the title "Astronomer Royal" stands as a testament to brilliance and dedication. From the hallowed halls of The Royal Society to the pages of Punch cartoons, these engravings depict some of history's most renowned astronomers who held this prestigious position. Sir George Biddell Airy, an English astronomer whose contributions were immortalized in sketches, dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of our universe. His keen intellect and unwavering commitment propelled him into becoming one of England's most celebrated scientists. Professor W H M Christie, another esteemed figure captured in an engraving, followed in Airy's footsteps as he assumed the role of Astronomer Royal. With each passing year, Christie furthered our understanding by pushing boundaries and expanding horizons within astronomical research. The Late Sir George Biddell Airey left an indelible mark on astronomy during his tenure as Astronomer-Royal. Through his work at Greenwich Observatory, he meticulously observed celestial phenomena such as transits and comets that fascinated both scholars and enthusiasts alike. Engravings from significant events like The British Association at Montreal showcase how astronomers united their knowledge across borders for scientific progress. These gatherings fostered collaboration among brilliant minds striving towards a common goal – unlocking secrets hidden within distant galaxies. Amongst these luminaries is Edmond Halley himself; his portrait serves as a reminder that even centuries ago, pioneers like him laid foundations upon which modern astronomy now stands tall. Their relentless pursuit paved the way for future generations to explore uncharted territories beyond Earth's atmosphere. George Biddell Airy reappears in yet another engraving commemorating Trinity College Dublin's tercentenary celebration – a testament to his enduring legacy that transcended national boundaries. His achievements continue inspiring aspiring astronomers worldwide.