Discoverer Collection (#4)

COLUMBUS: ARREST, 1500. Christopher Columbus in a Spanish prison, his hands shackled, following his arrest at Santo Domingo in 1500 by Francisco de Bobadillo: American engraving, 19th century

Pierre Dulong, French chemist
Pierre Louis Dulong (1785-1838) French chemist. Originally a physician, Dulong moved into chemistry as the assistant to Berthollet

Gonzalo Jimenez de Quesada
Conquistador Gonzalo Jimenez de Quesada portrait. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Death of Columbus
Death of Christopher Columbus in Spain, 1506. Color lithograph reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Diego Velazquez de Cuellar, Spanish conqueror of Cuba. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier illustration

Dr. David Livingstone attacked by a lion, 1843
Engraving showing David Livingstone (1813-1873), the Scottish missionary and explorer, being attacked by a lion in the Mabotsa Valley, Africa, 1843

Illustrated portrait of Alexandre Emile Jean Yersin, 1863 - 1943. Swiss-French physician and bacteriologist. He was the co-discoverer of Yersinia pestis, the bacillus which causes bubonic plague

Columbus lands in the New World. From a 19th century engraving by George Lang, after a work by John James Barralet

Fremont in The Rocky Mountains, North America during his fourth expedition of 1848. John Charles Fremont or Fremont, 1813 - 1890. American military officer, explorer and politician

Dr. Douglas Mawson Arriving Back Too Late For His Ship The Sy Aurora, During His Australasian Antarctic Expedition, 1911 - 1913. Sir Douglas Mawson, 1882 A

Christopher Columbus 1451-1506. Italian Born Spanish Financed Explorer Discoverer Of America. From A 19Th Century Print After A Work By Bartholomeo De Suardo

William Withering, 1741 To 1799. English Botanist, Geologist, Chemist, Physician And The Discoverer Of Digitalis. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Vasco Da Gama Landing Near Calicut, India In 1498. Vasco Da Gama, 1St Count Of Vidigueira, C. 1460 Or 1469 To 1524
Vasco Da Gama Landing Near Calicut, India In 1498. Vasco Da Gama, 1St Count Of Vidigueira, C.1460 Or 1469 To 1524. Portuguese Explorer. From The Great Explorers Columbus And Vasco Da Gama

Sketch Map Illustrating Vasco Da Gamas Voyages. The Dotted Line Indicates The First Voyage To India In 1497. From The Great Explorers Columbus And Vasco Da Gama

Christopher Columbus Leaves The Coast Of Spain In His Flag Ship The Santa Maria On His First Voyage To The New World, 1492. Christopher Columbus C.1451 To 1506

Christopher Columbus Sailing Westward. Christopher Columbus C. 1451 To 1506. Italian Navigator, Colonizer And Explorer
Christopher Columbus Sailing Westward. Christopher Columbus C.1451 To 1506. Italian Navigator, Colonizer And Explorer. From The Great Explorers Columbus And Vasco Da Gama

The Fleet Of Columbus, The Santa Maria, The Pinta And The Ni

Map Showing The Voyages Of Christopher Columbus And John Cabot. From The Great Explorers Columbus And Vasco Da Gama

Christopher Columbus C. 1451 To 1506. Genoese Navigator, Colonizer And Explorer
Christopher Columbus C.1451 To 1506. Genoese Navigator, Colonizer And Explorer. From The Book A Brief History Of The United States Published By A. S. Barnes And Company Circa 1885

Edward Jenner 1749-1823 English Surgeon Discoverer Of Smallpox Vaccination Engraved By W H Mote After Sir T Lawrence From The Book The National Portrait Gallery Volume Iii Published C1820

Sir Anthony Carlisle 1768 To 1768 English Surgeon And Discoverer Of Electrolysis Engraved By H Robinson After Sir M A Shee From The Book The National Portrait Gallery Volume 1 Published C1820

Signature And Monogram Of Christopher Columbus 1451 To 1506

Hernan Cortes, Fernando Cortes Monroy Pizarro Altamirano, MarquA©s Del Valle De Oaxaca, 1485-1547. Spanish Conquistador

Christopher Columbus, 1451-1506. Spanish Explorer, Discoverer Of America. From A Picture By Parmigiano In The Royal Gallery At Naples

Nicolas-Claude Fabri De Peiresc, 1581-1637. French Antiquary And Humanist. Discoverer Of The Orion Nebula (1610). Engraved By C. Mellan

Columbus Taking Possession. Christopher Columbus, 1451-1506. Spanish Explorer And Discoverer Of America

Columbus Landing In The New World. Christopher Columbus, 1451-1506. Spanish Explorer And Discoverer Of America. From An Old Engraving

The Four Voyages Of Christopher Columbus, 1492 To 1503. From The Book Life Of Christopher Columbus, 1892

Map Of The West Indies Illustrating The Voyages Of Christopher Columbus. From The Book Life Of Christopher Columbus By Clements R. Markham Published 1892

Disembarkation of Columbus in America by Llorens Masdeu
Eduardo Llorens Masdeu (1837-1912). Spanish painter. Disembarkation of Columbus in America, 1880. Maritime Museum. Barcelona. Spain

CAO, Diogo (ca. 1452 - ca. 1486). Portuguese navigator and explorer discoverer of the river Congo. Oil

Englands Famous Discoverers (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF137410 Englands Famous Discoverers (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Walter Raleigh (1554-1618) English courtier, navigator, historian

FERDINAND & ISABELLA, 1493. King Ferdinand of Aragon and Queen Isabella of Castile welcome Columbus on his return from the New World, 1493. Engraving, c1892

William Hyde Wollaston, British chemist
William Hyde Wollaston (1766-1828), British chemist and physicist. Wollaston gave up his medical practice in 1800 and earned a living from the sale of platinum

Louis Pasteur, French chemist

Jean Villemin, French physician
Jean Antoine Villemin (1827-1892), French physician. Villemin received military training and qualified as an army doctor. In 1863

Robert Koch, German bacteriologist
Robert Koch (1843-1910), German bacteriologist. Along with Louis Pasteur, Koch is considered the founder of modern medical bacteriology

Lithograph of Charles Darwin aged 40
Lithograph of Charles Robert Darwin (1809-1882), the English naturalist and author of the Origin of Species, aged forty. He suggested that natural variation in a species creates a wide range of

John Daniell, English chemist
John Frederic Daniell (1790-1845), English chemist and physicist. Daniell is best-known for his invention of the Daniell cell, a type of electric battery that improved on voltaic cells

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French explorer Rene-Robert Cavelier, Sieur de la Salle. Hand colored 19th-century woodcut of an illustration

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Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

Verrazano in Narragansett Bay, 1520s
Giovanni da Verrazano landing in Newport harbor, 1500s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Juan Ponce de Leon portrait. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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French Jesuit missionary and explorer Jacques Marquette. Hand-colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration

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Francisco Pizarro portrait in full armor. Hand-colored 19th-century woodcut reproduction of an earlier portrait in Montanus and Ogilby

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Christopher Columbus. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Hernando De Soto portrait. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Engraving of an ivory niello showing Christopher Columbus (1451-1506), Genoese explorer, on board his ship during his voyage to America

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"Unveiling the Secrets: Pioneers of Discovery" In a world driven by curiosity, these remarkable individuals have left an indelible mark on the course of human knowledge. From unraveling the mysteries of DNA to exploring uncharted territories, they embody the spirit of discovery that has shaped our understanding of the world. At the forefront stands Charles Darwin, a British naturalist whose portrait captures his profound impact on evolutionary biology. His groundbreaking work in "On the Origin of Species" revolutionized our comprehension of life's diversity and interconnectedness. Joining him in this league are Watson and Crick, whose DNA discovery paved the way for modern genetics. Their portrait serves as a reminder that within every strand lies an intricate code that defines who we are. August Ferdinand Mobius, known for his contributions to mathematics and theoretical physics, reminds us that exploration extends beyond tangible realms. His legacy lives on through Möbius strips and their fascinating properties. Simpson's research into anaesthetics during the 1840s showcases how scientific breakthroughs can transform medical practices. The portrait depicts Simpson delving into uncharted territory with determination and innovation. Marie Curie's captivating gaze reflects her immense achievements as a Polish-French physicist. Her pioneering research on radioactivity earned her two Nobel Prizes and forever changed our understanding of atomic structure. The partnership between Marie and Pierre Curie exemplifies collaboration at its finest. Together, they pushed boundaries in their pursuit of scientific truth while inspiring future generations with their unwavering dedication. James Van Allen's contribution to astrophysics is symbolized by his portrait—a testament to his groundbreaking discoveries about Earth's radiation belts bearing his name today. He expanded humanity's reach beyond our planet through relentless exploration. Lastly, Willem Barentsz embarks upon his third voyage in Cornelis Claesz' map—an emblematic representation of explorers who ventured into unknown waters centuries ago.