Discoverer Collection (#7)

Joseph Louis Gay-Lussac, French chemist
Joseph Louis Gay-Lussac (1778-1850), French chemist. In 1804, Gay-Lussac made balloon ascents to measure changes in magnetism and air composition with altitude

Polar explorers Sorokin and Kapitsa, 1964
Antarctic explorers. Scientists Oleg Sorokin (left) and Andrei Kapitsa, members of a 1964 expedition to the centre of Antarctica

Christopher Columbus, Italian explorer C015 / 5790
Christopher Columbus, Italian explorer

Ernest Shackleton, Anglo-Irish explorer
Ernest Henry Shackleton (1874-1922), Anglo-Irish Antarctic explorer. Shackleton was born in County Kildare, Ireland, and served as a junior officer on Captain Scotts 1901 National Antarctic

William Ramsay, Scottish chemist C013 / 7702
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Joseph Priestley, British chemist
Joseph Priestley (1733-1804), British chemist and clergyman. Best known as the discoverer of oxygen, Priestley carried out a range of research into the composition and nature of air

Lord Rayleigh discovering argon, 1894
Lord Rayleigh working with argon, as depicted in a caricature published in the British weekly magazine Vanity Fair in 1899

(1819-1868). American dentist. Mortons home, Etherton Cottage, at Wellesley, Massachusetts
WILLIAM T.G. MORTON (1819-1868). American dentist. Mortons home, Etherton Cottage, at Wellesley, Massachusetts, where the early experiments and discovery of anesthesia were made

English physician. Stipple engraving, American, 1817
EDWARD JENNER (1749-1823). English physician. Stipple engraving, American, 1817

MAGELLAND, Ferdinand (1480-1521). Portuguese navigator and discoverer. Map of the Magellans Trip (Ferdinand Magellan) (1519). Southern of the Patagonia and Tierra Del Fuego

FLEMING, Alexander (1881-1955). British microbiologist, discoverer of the penicillin. Nobel Prize in 1945. Alexander Fleming. Oil on canvas. Private Collection

NUхZ DE BALBOA, Vasco (1475-1517). Spanish discoverer
" NUх Z DE BALBOA, Vasco (1475-1517). Spanish discoverer and conqueror. Picture from the book " Retratos de Varones Ilustres" (Portrait of Distinguished Men). Engraving."

COLUMBUS, ChrIstopher (1451-1506); Polo, Marco (1254-1324). Sailor at the Catholic Monarchs service, discoverer of America

COLUMBUS, ChrIstopher (1451-1506). Sailor at the Catholic Monarchs service, discoverer of America in 1492. Departure of the three caravels from Palos harbour on 3rd August 1492

COLUMBUS, ChrIstopher (1451-1506). Sailor at the Catholic Monarchs service, discoverer of America in 1492. Engraving of 1891, based on a portrait by Sebastiano del Pombo. Etching

Replica of Columbus sailing ship Pinta in harbour Baiona Galicia Spain
MAB-293 Replica of Columbus sailing ship Pinta in harbour Baiona Galicia, Spain Mark Boulton contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Reenactor as sword-wielding Viking Erik the Red, the father of Leif Eriksson at the entrance to the family homestead in northern Iceland. (MR)

VIKINGS: NORTH AMERICA. Norsemen discovering traces of human habitation. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

VIKINGS: NORTH AMERICA. Landing of the Vikings in North America. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

PEDRO MENENDEZ DE AVILES (1519-1574). Spanish mariner and founder of St Augustine, Florida. Line engraving

SANTA MARIA: WRECK, 1492. / nNatives of Hispaniola aid Christopher Columbus crew
SANTA MARIA: WRECK, 1492. /nNatives of Hispaniola aid Christopher Columbus crew in salvaging supplies from the Santa Maria, wrecked on a coral reef on Christmas Day 1492

COLUMBUS AND THE EGG. Christopher Columbus and the Egg. Wood engraving, 19th century

COLUMBUS: JAMAICA, 1504. The inhabitants of Jamaica astonished by the eclipse of the moon predicted, with the aid of an almanac, by Christopher Columbus for the last night of February 1504

JAMES WILSON MARSHALL (1810-1885). American carpenter and gold miner. Discoverer of gold at Sutters Mill in Coloma, California, which started the famous gold rush of 1849. Line engraving, 1891

JOSEPH JUNEAU (1826-1899). Alaskan pioneer. Line engraving, 1892. The Discoverer of the Gold Creek and Basin Mines

LEIF ERICSSON (c970-1020). Norse mariner and adventurer. Ericsson and his men discovering grapes in Vineland. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

MAGELLAN: PACIFIC OCEAN. Ferdinand Magellans first view of the Pacific Ocean after passing through the strait that now bears his name: colored engraving, 19th century

DE SOTO: FLORIDA, 1539. Spanish explorer Hernando De Soto at Tampa Bay, Florida, in 1539. Steel engraving, American, 1853, after a drawing by Seth Eastman

CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS Columbus departing from Palos, Spain, on 3 August 1492. Line engraving, American, 1893

COLUMBUS: CARAVELS, 1492. Ferdinand and Isabella bidding a symbolic farewell to the caravels of Columbus setting sail from Palos, Spain on 3 August 1492: detail of an engraving from Nova Typis

LEIF ERICSSON (c970-1020). Leif Ericsson, Norse explorer, discovers America. Line engraving, late 19th century, after a painting by Christian Krohg

COLUMBUS: SAN SALVADOR. The landing of Columbus at San Salvador (Guanahani) in the Bahamas, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting by John Vanderlyn

COLUMBUS: NEW WORLD, 1492. The landing of Christopher Columbus in the New World: engraving, early 19th century

COLUMBUS: CARAVELS. Christopher Columbus fleet, the Nina, Pinta, and Santa Maria: engraving, 19th century

COLUMBUS: TRINIDAD, 1498. Christopher Columbus and his men discovering the three-peaked island of Trinidad (top left) in 1498: Spanish engraving, 1730

COLUMBUS: NATIVE AMERICANS The First Interview of Christopher Columbus with the Natives of America (1492): English engraving, 18th century

COLUMBUS CARAVELS, 1492. Chrisopher Columbus caravels setting sail from Spain, 3 August 1492. Detail of an engraving from Honorius Philoponus Nova typis transacta navigato novi orbis Indiae

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VIKINGS: GREENLAND. Discovery of Greenland by Eric the Red, 985 A.D. Wood engraving, American, 19th century

COLUMBUS: SAN SALVADOR. The landing of Christopher Columbus at San Salvador (Guanahani) in the Bahamas, 12 October 1492. Steel engraving, 19th century, after the painting by John Vanderlyn

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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.