Inventor Collection (page 8)

Charles Wheatstone, 19th century (engraving)
3585845 Charles Wheatstone, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: Portrait of Charles Wheatstone (1802-1875) an English scientist and inventor during the Victorian Era

Nikola Tesla
3586134 Nikola Tesla; (add.info.: Photograph of Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, physicist, and futurist

Nikola Tesla
3586133 Nikola Tesla; (add.info.: Illustration depicting Nikola Tesla (1856-1943) a Serbian-American inventor, electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, physicist, and futurist

James Watt
3586205 James Watt; (add.info.: Portrait of James Watt (1736-1819) a Scottish inventor, mechanical engineer, and chemist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Hydrogen Balloon designed by the Montgolfier Brothers
3585984 The Hydrogen Balloon designed by the Montgolfier Brothers; (add.info.: Copperplate engraving of the Hydrogen Balloon designed by the Montgolfier Brothers)

Alois Senefelder
3585788 Alois Senefelder; (add.info.: Portrait of Alois Senefelder (1771-1834) a German actor, playwright, and inventor of the printing technique of lithography

Sir Benjamin Thompson. 1800
3585529 Sir Benjamin Thompson. 1800; (add.info.: Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, FRS (1753 - 1814) American-born British physicist

A life saving apparatus, 1850
3330603 A life saving apparatus, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a life saving apparatus designed by George William Manby (1765-1854) an English author and inventor

A life saving apparatus, 1850
3330599 A life saving apparatus, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of a life saving apparatus designed by George William Manby (1765-1854) an English author and inventor

Visitors to the Paris international Exhibition listening to a recording of Edison's Phonograph, 1889
3478805 Visitors to the Paris international Exhibition listening to a recording of Edison's Phonograph, 1889; (add.info)

Public demonstration of Thomas Edison's Phonograph; Germany 1895, 1895
3478802 Public demonstration of Thomas Edison's Phonograph; Germany 1895, 1895; (add.info.: Public demonstration of Thomas Edison's Phonograph; Germany, 1895.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Portrait of Robert Fulton
863576 Portrait of Robert Fulton; (add.info.: Robert Fulton (1765-1815) American engineer and inventor born in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania

Portrait of James Hall Nasmyth
672592 Portrait of James Hall Nasmyth; (add.info.: James Nasmyth - Woodbury James Hall Nasmyth (sometimes spelled Naesmyth, Nasmith)

Portrait of Edouard Branly, c. 1910 (painting)
1755769 Portrait of Edouard Branly, c. 1910 (painting); (add.info.: Edouard Branly (1844-1940) inventor of wireless telegraph, painting, c. 1910); Photo: Tallandier

scottish engineer, he invented the steam machine used on an industrial basis
1703124 scottish engineer, he invented the steam machine used on an industrial basis; (add.info.: scottish engineer, he invented the steam machine used on an industrial basis)

Robert Fulton (1765-1815), American inventor of steam boat, engraving, 19th century
1708370 Robert Fulton (1765-1815), American inventor of steam boat, engraving, 19th century; (add.info.: Robert Fulton (1765-1815), american inventor of steam boat, engraving, 19th century)

Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) French psyhiologist, inventor of the chronophotograph
1714041 Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) French psyhiologist, inventor of the chronophotograph; (add.info.: Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) french psyhiologist, inventor of the chronophotograph)

James Watt, 1860
1577597 James Watt, 1860; (add.info.: Sketch of James Watt, (1736-1810) Scottish inventor and mechanical engineer.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Sir Humphry Davy, 1860 (engraving)
1579641 Sir Humphry Davy, 1860 (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting Sir Humphry Davy, 1st Baronet (1778-1829) Cornish chemist and inventor. Dated 1860.); Universal History Archive/UIG

John Nevil Maskelyne, English magician and inventor (b/w photo)
8673362 John Nevil Maskelyne, English magician and inventor (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Nevil Maskelyne (1839-1917)

Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (litho)
8663410 Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944) ; Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (litho)
8663415 Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944) ; Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (colour litho)
8663408 Illustration for The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn (colour litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944) ; Private Collection; (add.info)

Robert Whithead, inventor of the Whitehead Torpedo (b/w photo)
8655625 Robert Whithead, inventor of the Whitehead Torpedo (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Robert Whithead (1823-1905)

Robert Houdin (1805-1871) sculpture Blois, 1801-1899 (sculpture)
5942827 Robert Houdin (1805-1871) sculpture Blois, 1801-1899 (sculpture); Maison de la magie Robert-Houdin, Blois, France; (add.info)

John Harrison, Print, after Thomas King's 1767 oil portrait, in the collection of the Science Museum, London
7337507 John Harrison, Print, after Thomas King's 1767 oil portrait, in the collection of the Science Museum, London. 1768 (mezzotint) by Tassaert

Monk Alessandro della Spina, inventor of glasses, ca 1850 (illustration)
7422841 Monk Alessandro della Spina, inventor of glasses, ca 1850 (illustration); (add.info.: Science. Optics. Monk Alessandro della Spina, inventor of glasses, Pisa, Italy, 1296)

Archimedes of Syracuse, portrait
7261235 Archimedes of Syracuse, portrait.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Archimedes of Syracuse, c.-287-c.-212 BC. Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer)

Astronomical glass plate slide of lithographic portrait of Galileo Galilei (glass negative)
7342386 Astronomical glass plate slide of lithographic portrait of Galileo Galilei (glass negative) by Italian School, (19th century); National Maritime Museum, London

Louis Daguerre, French painter inventor of the diorama and the daguerreotype (engraving)
1713632 Louis Daguerre, French painter inventor of the diorama and the daguerreotype (engraving); (add.info.: Louis Daguerre (1787-1851)

Diagram explaining the Christiaan Huygens wave theory of light by refraction
5310316 Diagram explaining the Christiaan Huygens wave theory of light by refraction; (add.info.: Diagram explaining the Christiaan Huygens wave theory of light by refraction)

The Weser workmen destroying Papin's steamboat
5616317 The Weser workmen destroying Papin's steamboat; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Weser workmen destroying Denis Papin's steamboat)

An invention by Claude Chappe, 1790 (engraving)
5616544 An invention by Claude Chappe, 1790 (engraving); Universal History Archive/UIG

Marc Seguin's locomotive
5308300 Marc Seguin's locomotive.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Marc Seguin's locomotive used on the St Etienne Line. Shown is the fan device used for supplying a draught to the boiler)

Engraving depicting a visitor being interrogated by a phonograph in the hall table before being received by the person
5308813 Engraving depicting a visitor being interrogated by a phonograph in the hall table before being received by the person she is visiting

Braithwaite & Ericsson's locomotive Novelty
5308505 Braithwaite & Ericsson's locomotive Novelty'.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Braithwaite & Ericsson's locomotive Novelty')

Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), 19th century (chromo)
JAB5037197 Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), 19th century (chromo); (add.info.: Joseph Marie Jacquard (1752-1834), French mechanic inventor of weaving.); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

The first Bell telephone
5309983 The first Bell telephone; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the first Bell telephone, invented by Alexander Graham Bell)

Jacques Charles first successful flight in his hydrogen filled balloon
5312096 Jacques Charles first successful flight in his hydrogen filled balloon; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Jacques Charles first successful flight in his hydrogen filled balloon)

An engraving depicting an English rotating furnace for the manufacture of sodium carbonate by the Leblanc process
5311608 An engraving depicting an English rotating furnace for the manufacture of sodium carbonate by the Leblanc process, named after its inventor, Nicolas Leblanc

A new Edison phonograph
5309989 A new Edison phonograph; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a new Edison phonograph. The phonograph was invented in 1877, for the mechanical recording and reproduction of sound by Thomas Edison)

Engraving depicting and Edison phonograph
5309481 Engraving depicting and Edison phonograph; (add.info.: Engraving depicting and Edison phonograph. Fig. 1: Clockwork driven force)

Archimedes in his bath, 16th century (illustration)
5311401 Archimedes in his bath, 16th century (illustration); (add.info.: Illustrating the story of how he solved the problem of whether or not Heron's new crown was of pure gold)

An engraving depicting an English rotating furnace for the manufacture of sodium carbonate by the Leblanc process
5311443 An engraving depicting an English rotating furnace for the manufacture of sodium carbonate by the Leblanc process, named after its inventor, Nicolas Leblanc

An engraving depicting Thomas Savery's steam engine of 1699 used for pumping water from mines
5311302 An engraving depicting Thomas Savery's steam engine of 1699 used for pumping water from mines. Double furnaces (right) with boilers, whose steam passes to cylinders (p, p)

Cartoon of Marconi with his wireless, 1903
NWI4947652 Cartoon of Marconi with his wireless, 1903.; (add.info.: Cartoon of Marconi with his wireless, 1903.); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Inventor Richard Arkwright
NWI4947861 Inventor Richard Arkwright.; (add.info.: Inventor Richard Arkwright.); Photo © North Wind Pictures

Science and Scientists: British physicist Joseph John Thomson (1856-1940) in his laboratory
NWI4947174 Science and Scientists: British physicist Joseph John Thomson (1856-1940) in his laboratory. He did work on electrons and nuclear physics

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"Inventors: Masters of Innovation and Vision" Step into the realm of inventors, where brilliance meets imagination. From the enigmatic Nikola Tesla, with bolts of electricity discharging in his lab, to the young Sir Isaac Newton captured in a timeless portrait from 1689, these visionaries have shaped our world. Isambard Kingdom Brunel stands proudly before the launching chains of the Great Eastern, a testament to his engineering prowess. R. J. Mitchell's genius shines through as he designs iconic aircraft like the Spitfire and flying boats that revolutionize aviation. John Moses Browning's innovative mind brings forth groundbreaking firearms technology while Dmitri Mendeleev's caricature showcases his pioneering work on the periodic table. In 1899, Nikola Tesla himself radiates an aura of ingenuity that would forever change how we harness electricity. The Count of St Germain, a French alchemist known for his mysterious abilities, adds an air of intrigue to this collection. Dr William Gilbert demonstrates his experiment on electricity to Queen Elizabeth I – a momentous occasion that paved the way for future discoveries. Lastly, Leonardo da Vinci graces us with a vibrant color portrait from 1490; an artist whose inventive spirit transcended disciplines. These inventors embody curiosity and determination; their contributions continue to shape our present and inspire generations yet unborn. They remind us that innovation knows no bounds – it is born out of passion and nurtured by relentless pursuit, and are dreamers who dare to challenge convention and redefine what is possible. Their legacy lives on in every invention we encounter today - they are beacons guiding humanity towards progress.