French Naturalist Collection

Paraguay and its Missions, engraved by Frederic Sorrieu (1807-71) (litho)
XIR207032 Paraguay and its Missions, engraved by Frederic Sorrieu (1807-71) (litho) by Demersay, A. (19th century) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon experimenting blazing mirrors
CHT163643 Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon experimenting blazing mirrors on haystacks at Montbard, from La Vie des Savants Illustres by Louis Figuier

Cartouche depicting La Condamine on a raft on the Amazon
BIF186261 Cartouche depicting La Condamine on a raft on the Amazon, on a map called Carte du detroit appele Pongo de Manseriche dans le Maragnon ou la riviere des Amazones

Portrait of Louis Jean Marie Daubenton (1716-1800) 1791 (oil on canvas)
XOR172473 Portrait of Louis Jean Marie Daubenton (1716-1800) 1791 (oil on canvas) by Roslin, Alexander (1718-93); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Orleans

White stork, Ciconia ciconia, playing hide and seek with children in a garden
6337391 White stork, Ciconia ciconia, playing hide and seek with children in a garden by English School, (19th century); (add.info.: White stork, Ciconia ciconia)

Bust of Georges Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Comte de Buffon, c. 1783 (marble)
XIR246443 Bust of Georges Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Comte de Buffon, c.1783 (marble) by Houdon, Jean-Antoine (1741-1828); height: 64.5 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Bernard Germain Etienne de Laville (1756-1825) Comte de Lacepede, 1842 (oil on canvas)
ACD236381 Bernard Germain Etienne de Laville (1756-1825) Comte de Lacepede, 1842 (oil on canvas) by Guerin, Paulin Jean Baptiste (1783-1855); 63x42 cm; Academie des Sciences, Paris

Monsieur de Buffon (1707-88) illustration from Le Plutarque Francais by E
CHT166623 Monsieur de Buffon (1707-88) illustration from Le Plutarque Francais by E. Mennechet, 1835 (coloured engraving) by Lion (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Portrait of Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire (1722-1844) (engraving) (b / w photo)
XIR172262 Portrait of Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire (1722-1844) (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque du Museum d Histoire Naturelle, Paris, France; French

Bust of George Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count of Buffon, 1773 (marble)
XIR241524 Bust of George Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count of Buffon, 1773 (marble) by Pajou, Augustin (1730-1809); height: 73.3 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Bust of Charles Marie de La Condamine (1701-74) (stone)
ACD180606 Bust of Charles Marie de La Condamine (1701-74) (stone) by d Huet, J.B.C (1728-93); Academie des Sciences, Paris, France; eArchives de l Academie des Sciences; eArchives Charmet; French

Bernard de Jussieu
LLM459507 Bernard de Jussieu by Marti, Ricardo (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bernard de Jussieu. Illustration for La Ciencia Y Sus Hombres by Luis Figuier (D Jaime Seix, 1876)

Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Comte de Buffon (litho)
PHG242634 Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Comte de Buffon (litho) by Delpech, Francois Seraphin (1778-1825); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

First page of the introduction to Journal des Travaux des Academiciens Envoyes par
BIF186260 First page of the introduction to Journal des Travaux des Academiciens Envoyes par Ordre du Roi sous l Equateur depuis 1735 jusqu en 1745 by Charles Marie de La Condamine (1701-74)

Bernard Germain Etienne de Laville (1756-1825) Count of Lacepede (oil on canvas)
XIR175192 Bernard Germain Etienne de Laville (1756-1825) Count of Lacepede (oil on canvas) by Martinet, Pierre (b.1781); 244x170 cm; Mairie, Epinay-sur-Seine

Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Comte de Buffon, engraved by Vincenzio Vangelisti
XIR220413 Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Comte de Buffon, engraved by Vincenzio Vangelisti (1738-98) 1777 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Pujos, Andre (1738-88) (after); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Aime Bonpland (1773-1858) (litho) (b / w photo)
XIR207827 Aime Bonpland (1773-1858) (litho) (b/w photo) by Deveria, Achille (1800-57); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris

Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon, from Gallery of Portraits
KW189098 Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon, from Gallery of Portraits, published in 1833 (engraving) by English School

For sale as Licensed Images

Choose your image, Select your licence and Download the media

French naturalists have left an indelible mark on the world of science and exploration. From Paraguay to the Amazon, their discoveries have shaped our understanding of the natural world. Frederic Sorrieu's engraving, "Paraguay and its Missions, " captures the essence of these explorations, showcasing their significance. Georges-Louis Leclerc, Count de Buffon, was one such trailblazer who experimented with blazing mirrors to study light and heat. His dedication to scientific inquiry knew no bounds. A cartouche depicting La Condamine on a raft in the heart of the Amazon reminds us of his audacious spirit. Louis Jean Marie Daubenton's portrait from 1791 reveals a man deeply immersed in his studies. As a fellow naturalist, he contributed greatly to our knowledge through meticulous observation and documentation. Nature often surprises us with its playful side, as seen in Ciconia ciconia (white stork) playing hide and seek with children in a garden. This whimsical scene reminds us that even amidst serious research, joy can be found. The busts immortalizing Georges Louis Leclerc Comte de Buffon and Bernard Germain Etienne de Lacepede serve as reminders of their lasting impact on scientific thought. Their contributions continue to inspire generations after them. Monsieur de Buffon's illustration from "Le Plutarque Francais" showcases his influence not only within scientific circles but also within popular culture at large. Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire's portrait captures both his intellectual prowess and unwavering dedication to advancing biological sciences through rigorous research methods. Lastly, Charles Marie de La Condamine's stone bust stands tall as a testament to his pioneering spirit during expeditions across South America. Bernard de Jussieu deserves mention for his significant contributions as well; however, further details about him are not provided here.