Discoverer Collection (#5)

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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

Jacob van Heemskerk and Willem Barendsz. plan their trip to the Arctic in 1594. Private Collection

Tthe voyage to Novaya Zemlya in 1596, 1679-1681. Artist: Luyken, Jan (Johannes) (1649-1712)
Tthe voyage to Novaya Zemlya in 1596, 1679-1681. Found in the collection of the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Leiden

Christopher Columbus (1451 -1506). Navigator, colonizer, and explorer. Colored engraving

William Bedloe
WILLIAM BEDLOE, described as the Discoverer of the Popish Plot, in fact an unscrupulous liar whose implausible claims were inconsistent with those of Titus Oates and others. Date: 1650 - 1680

Thomas Simpson (1808 - 1840) - explorer, The Arctic Discoverer, nephew of Sir George Simpson Date: 1845

KOCH, Robert (1843-1910). German physician, discoverer of the tuberculin. Nobel Prize in 1905. Engraving

BECQUEREL, Antoine Henri (1852-1908). French physicist, Nobel laureate 1903, and the discoverer of radioactivity. Oil

SCHLIEMANN, Heinrich (1822-1890). German archaeologist. Discoverer of the ruins of Troy. Engraving

Portrait of Magalhaes. Spanish anonymous
MAGELLAND, Ferdinand (1480-1521). Portuguese navigator and discoverer. Oil on canvas

Elizabeth Morton
ELIZABETH MORTON wife of William Thomas Morton, the American discoverer of anaesthetics, in 1845. Date: 1827? - ?

William Thomas Morton
WILLIAM THOMAS GREEN American discoverer of anaesthetics. with his autograph Date: 1819 - 1868

Robert McClure - 2
Sir ROBERT JOHN LE MESURIER MCCLURE (or M Clure) naval officer, explorer in the Arctic, discoverer of the Northwest Passage. Date: 1807 - 1873

Robert McClure - 3
Sir ROBERT JOHN LE MESURIER MCCLURE (or M Clure) naval officer, explorer in the Arctic, discoverer of the Northwest Passage. Date: 1807 - 1873

Robert McClure - 1
Sir ROBERT JOHN LE MESURIER MCCLURE (or M Clure) naval officer, explorer in the Arctic, discoverer of the Northwest Passage. Date: 1807 - 1873

Sir Thomas Knevet
SIR THOMAS KNEVET Discoverer of the Gunpowder Plot. Date: circa 1605

John Russell Hind
JOHN RUSSELL HIND English astronomer, working in Mr Bishops observatory in Regents Park, London, an indefatigable discoverer of planets. Date: 1823 - 1895

Christopher Columbus (1451 -1506). Navigator, colonizer, and explorer. Colored engraving
Christopher Columbus (1451-1506). Navigator, colonizer, and explorer. Colored engraving

COLUMBUS: SHIP, c1494. The ship of Christopher Columbus off the coast of the New World. Woodcut from In Lauden Serenissimi Ferdinandi, Hispania[rum] Regis

COLUMBUS: ARMOR. Armor belonging to Christopher Columbus. Photograph, c1870

GENOA: HOME OF COLUMBUS. A group of American infantrymen posed in the courtyard of the home of Christopher Columbus in Genoa, Italy, after World War I. Photograph, c1920

AMERIGO VESPUCCI (1454-1512). Italian navigator. Vespucci and his crew landing on the South American coast during their voyage of 1499-1500

FERDINAND & ISABELLA, 1493. Columbus at the court of Ferdinand and Isabella on his return from the New World in 1493. Engraving after Victor A. Searles, 1893

Sir Joseph Banks, c. 1830s (engraving)
XJF444385 Sir Joseph Banks, c.1830s (engraving) by Phillips, Thomas (1770-1845) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820)

Mr. E. H. Hargreaves, the Australian Gold Discoverer
Mr. E.H. Hargreaves, the Australian Gold Discoverer

Austin Henry Layard, Ll. D. Discoverer of the Nimroud Sculptures, 1851 Engraving
Austin Henry Layard, Ll.D. Discoverer of the Nimroud Sculptures, 1851 Engraving

Richard Bright, engraved by H. Cock, from The National Portrait Gallery, Volume I
KW285310 Richard Bright, engraved by H. Cock, from The National Portrait Gallery, Volume I, published c.1820 (litho) by Say

Signature of Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820) Baronet of Banks (litho)
KW237036 Signature of Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820) Baronet of Banks (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of the Caribbean islands and the American state of Florida (coloured engraving)
XJL181925 Map of the Caribbean islands and the American state of Florida (coloured engraving) by Bry, Theodore de (1528-98) (after); Private Collection; Flemish, out of copyright

The Removal of the Remains of Dr. William Harvey, the Discoverer of the Circulation of the Blood, at Hempstead Church, Essex, Uk, 1883: Interior of the Vault of Hempstead Church

WILHELM CONRAD ROENTGEN (1845-1923). German physicist. An American cartoon, c1900, on Roentgens discovery of X-rays

AMERIGO VESPUCCI (1454-1512). Italian navigator. Vespucci and his crew landing on the South American coast during their voyage of 1499-1500

VASCO NUNEZ de BALBOA (1475-1519). Spanish explorer. Balboas first sight of the Pacific Ocean in 1513. Photogravure after a painting by Henri Felix Emmanuel Philippoteaux

COLUMBUS: SANTA MARIA. A modern replica of Christopher Columbus caravel, Santa Maria, made for a motion picture

COLUMBUS IN NEW WORLD. The earliest depiction of Christopher Columbus landing in the New World in 1492. Woodcut from Giuliano Datis Narrative of Columbus, Florence, Italy, 1493

FORT AT NAVIDAD, 1493. The fort at Navidad on Hispaniola, built largely from the timbers of the Santa Maria by members of Christopher Columbus crew

LANDING OF COLUMBUS, 1492. The West Indian islands discovered by Christopher Columbus. Woodcut from the illustrated edition of the Columbus letter to Gabriel Sanchez, 1493

COLUMBUS: HISPANIOLA, 1492. Christopher Columbus trading with the native Indians of Hispaniola on his first voyage to the New World, 1492

RELACAM VERDADEIRA, 1577. Title page of the first printed account of Hernando de Sotos discovery and exploration of Florida, the Relacam Verdadeira. Printed at Evora, Portugal, in 1577

COLUMBUSs CARAVEL, 1493. Caravel of Chrstiphor Columbus: colored woodcut, 1493

COLUMBUS: NEW WORLD, 1492. The First Sight of the New World (Christopher Columbus discovering America). American lithograph, 1892, after a painting of 1846 by Christian Ruben

COLUMBUS: DEPARTURE, 1492. The departure of Christopher Columbus from Palos, Spain, on 3 August 1492; the monastery of La Rabida is visible in the background

N. A. USA, Iowa, Onawa Wooden keelboat, full-scale replica of their main boat, on Blue Lake
USA, Iowa, Onawa, Wooden keelboat, replica of main boat, Blue Lake. Lewis and Clark State Park, Lewis and Clark Trail

USA, Lewis and Clark Trail, Idaho, US Highway 12 near Kamiah The Lewis and Clark
USA, Lewis and Clark Trail, Idaho, US Highway 12 near Kamiah, signs depicting the explorers

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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.