Conrad Gessner Collection

Conrad Gessner (1516-1565)
Conradus Gesnerus, Medeus & Philosophus. Plate 4, Isis 22

Conrad Gessner
3330927 Conrad Gessner; (add.info.: Engraving of Conrad Gessner (1516-1556) a Swiss naturalist and bibliographer. Dated 16th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of Gesnerus, published 1574. Creators: Unknown, Johannes Sambucus
Portrait of Gesnerus, published 1574

Peacock, Historiae Animalium, 16th Century Gesner believes that the peacock was domesticated in very ancient times, noting that the Greeks imported them from barbarian tribes

Cavalry Charging, from the first issue of Specimens of Polyautography, 1801, published 1803

Conrad Gessner, Swiss physician, 1516-1565
6039933 Conrad Gessner, Swiss physician, 1516-1565. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Conrad Gessner, Swiss physician, naturalist, bibliographer and philologist 1516-1565)

C. Gesner, (1516-1565), 1830. Creator: Unknown
C. Gesner, (1516-1565), 1830. Conrad Gessner (1516-1565) Swiss physician, naturalist, bibliographer, and philologist who became Zurichs City Physician

Halt tavern 1785 oil oak wood 21 x 26 cm inscribed
Halt at the tavern, 1785, oil on oak wood, 21 x 26 cm, inscribed and dated lower left: C. Geszner 1785, and right next to the steps: Gessner, including difficult to read year, Conrad Gessner

Farm water oil canvas 35. 5 x 47 cm marked Conrad Gessner
Farm on the water, oil on canvas, 35.5 x 47 cm, not marked, Conrad Gessner, Zurich 1764-1826 Zurich

Conrad Gessner, Swiss naturalist, 1887. Gessner (1516-1565) wrote Historiae Animalium, regarded as the beginning of modern zoology, published in 1555-1558

Chameleon, illustration from Historiae animalium liber II: De Quadrupedibus
XJF498575 Chameleon, illustration from Historiae animalium liber II: De Quadrupedibus Oviparis by Conrad Gesner, published 1554 (engraving) by Swiss School

Conrad Gessner, Swiss naturalist C016 / 4884
Conrad Gessner (1516-1565), Swiss naturalist. Gessner compiled a comprehensive survey (Historiae animalium) of the animal kingdom, presenting known facts, rather than myths

Cinnamon plant, 16th century
Cinnamon plant. 16th-century artwork of a cinnamon plant (Cassia monspelii) with its flowers and leaves. Monspelli is Latin for Montpellier, France

Ornithogalum plant, 16th century
Ornithogalum plant. 16th-century artwork of a plant from the genus Ornithogalum. These plants grow from a bulb (lower right), and have grass-like leaves and star-shaped white flowers

Terebinth plant, 16th century

16th Century German woodcut print. Historical print of a mythical Sea devil from Fischbuch, Conrad Gessner (1598)

Conrad Gessners nature collection
Collection of Conrad Gessner (1516-1565), coloured artwork. Gessner was a Swiss naturalist, and his collection was located in Zurich, Switzerland

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Conrad Gessner (1516-1565) was a Swiss physician and naturalist who made significant contributions to the fields of botany, zoology, and medicine. His work has left an indelible mark on the scientific community. C. Gesner, as he is sometimes referred to, lived during the 16th century and his legacy continues to be celebrated even today. Despite being born over 500 years ago, his impact on our understanding of the natural world remains relevant. Gessner's dedication to documenting various species is evident in his illustrations found in Historiae animalium liber II: De Quadrupedibus. One such illustration features a chameleon, showcasing his meticulous attention to detail. Not only did Gessner focus on animals but also plants; he documented various species including the cinnamon plant, ornithogalum plant, and terebinth plant. These botanical illustrations provide valuable insights into the flora of that era. His passion for knowledge extended beyond mere documentation - Gessner was also a skilled physician who contributed greatly to medical research during his time. His expertise in both medicine and natural history allowed him to approach scientific inquiries from multiple angles. Today, Conrad Gessner's name lives on as a symbol of curiosity and dedication within the scientific community. His works continue to inspire generations of researchers striving for a deeper understanding of our world, not just another Swiss naturalist; he was an intellectual force whose contributions have stood the test of time. From his detailed illustrations depicting various species to his groundbreaking medical research, Gessner's influence can still be felt centuries later.