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John Dee Collection

John Dee, a prominent figure in the 16th century, was an English alchemist, mathematician, and geographer

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee and Edward Kelly

John Dee and Edward Kelly
John Dee, English alchemist, mathematician and astrologer, with his assistant Edward Kelly, medium, alchemist and sorcerer

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Necromancy: Edward Kelly, a magician, raising the Ghost of a Person lately deceased

Necromancy: Edward Kelly, a magician, raising the Ghost of a Person lately deceased
746859 Necromancy: Edward Kelly, a magician, raising the Ghost of a Person lately deceased, in the Church Yard of Walton-le-dale, Lancaster

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: 'A Hieroglyphic of Britain'(engraving)

"A Hieroglyphic of Britain"(engraving)
662644 " A Hieroglyphic of Britain" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Dr Dees Shew-Stone (engraving)

Dr Dees Shew-Stone (engraving)
1612010 Dr Dees Shew-Stone (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dr Dees Shew-Stone. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 9 March 1850)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee, c. 1594 (oil on canvas)

John Dee, c. 1594 (oil on canvas)
1217371 John Dee, c.1594 (oil on canvas) by British School, (16th century); 76x63.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; eAshmolean Museum; British, out of copyright

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee (engraving)

John Dee (engraving)
815948 John Dee (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: John Dee (1527-1608). Welsh mathematician

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Dee, (1527-1609), 1830. Creator: Unknown

Dee, (1527-1609), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Dee, (1527-1609), 1830. John Dee (1527-1609) English/Welsh mathematician, astronomer, astrologer, occult philosopher and advisor to Queen Elizabeth I

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee (From: The order of the Inspirati), 1659. Artist: Anonymous

John Dee (From: The order of the Inspirati), 1659. Artist: Anonymous
John Dee (From: The order of the Inspirati), 1659. From a private collection

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: CM12 7490 John Dee, Renault Clio 1998

CM12 7490 John Dee, Renault Clio 1998
John Dee, Renault Clio 1998, Castle Combe, Castle Combe Saloon Championship, 50th Anniversary, HSCC, Historic Sports Car Club, Castle Combe, Chris McEvoy, circuit racing, CJM Photography

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee, English Alchemist, Geographer and Mathematician, c1590 (18th century)

John Dee, English Alchemist, Geographer and Mathematician, c1590 (18th century)
John Dee, English Alchemist, Geographer and Mathematician, c1590. Copperplate engraving, 18th century

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: CM12 7426 John Dee, Renault Clio 1998

CM12 7426 John Dee, Renault Clio 1998
John Dee, Renault Clio 1998, Castle Combe, Castle Combe Saloon Championship, 50th Anniversary, HSCC, Historic Sports Car Club, Castle Combe, Chris McEvoy, circuit racing, CJM Photography

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee (1527 - 1608) English alchemist

John Dee (1527 - 1608) English alchemist, geographer and mathematician. 18th century copperplate engraving

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Theorem 22, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564)

Theorem 22, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564). This theorem is one of 24 contained in the work Monas Hieroglyphica by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Monas Hieroglyphica (1564) C015 / 4311

Monas Hieroglyphica (1564) C015 / 4311
Monas Hieroglyphica (1564), title page. This work consists of 24 theorems by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608). Written in a mystical state, it revealed esoteric secrets in astronomy, alchemy

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Theorem 13, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564)

Theorem 13, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564). This theorem is one of 24 contained in the work Monas Hieroglyphica by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Theorem 23, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564)

Theorem 23, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564). This theorem is one of 24 contained in the work Monas Hieroglyphica by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Theorem 18, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564)

Theorem 18, Monas Hieroglyphica (1564). This theorem is one of 24 contained in the work Monas Hieroglyphica by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Euclids Elements of Geometry

Euclids Elements of Geometry. Frontispiece of Euclids Elements of Geometry. This edition was printed in London in 1570 and has a preface by the Welsh mathematician John Dee (1527-1609)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee, English astrologer C015 / 5796

John Dee, English astrologer C015 / 5796
John Dee (1527-1608), English astrologer, mathematician and alchemist. Dee was educated at Cambridge University and was an original Fellow of Trinity College

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee, English astrologer C015 / 5797

John Dee, English astrologer C015 / 5797
John Dee (1527-1608), English astrologer, mathematician and alchemist. Dee was educated at Cambridge University and was an original Fellow of Trinity College

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: Monas hieroglyphica (1591) C017 / 7983

Monas hieroglyphica (1591) C017 / 7983
Monas hieroglyphica (1591), title page. This work, originally published in 1564, consists of 24 theorems by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608)

Background imageJohn Dee Collection: John Dee, British mathematician

John Dee, British mathematician
John Dee (1527-1608). 19th Century artwork of the British mathematician, astronomer, astrologer and occultist John Dee. Dee was an expert in geometry and trigonometry



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John Dee, a prominent figure in the 16th century, was an English alchemist, mathematician, and geographer. He is often associated with his mysterious partner Edward Kelly. Together, they delved into the realm of necromancy and spiritualism. One intriguing depiction of their pursuits can be found in the hand-coloured etching & aquatint titled "Necromancy: Edward Kelly raising the Ghost of a Person lately deceased. " This artwork showcases their fascination with communicating with spirits and exploring the supernatural. Another captivating image related to the engraving called "A Hieroglyphic of Britain. " This intricate design symbolizes his belief in hidden knowledge and secret codes that could unlock profound wisdom about his homeland. The engravings also portray Dr. Dee's Shew-Stone, which he used as a scrying tool to communicate with angels and gain divine insights. This mystical artifact played a significant role in his esoteric practices. Various portraits capture different aspects of John Dee's life. The oil on canvas painting from around 1594 portrays him as a distinguished scholar immersed in intellectual pursuits. Another engraving depicts him wearing scholarly attire while holding books—a testament to his vast knowledge and expertise across multiple disciplines. Despite being an influential figure during his time, much about John Dee remains shrouded in mystery. His contributions to alchemy, mathematics, geography continue to intrigue scholars even today. Interestingly enough, there are even modern references to John Dee beyond historical depictions. For instance, two Renault Clio cars bear his name—CM12 7490 John Dee and CM12 7426 John Dee—perhaps paying homage to this enigmatic figure who continues to inspire curiosity centuries later. Whether it be through ancient engravings or contemporary car namesakes like CM12 7490 John Dee or CM12 7426 John Dee.