Priestley Collection (#3)

JOSEPH PRIESTLEY (1733-1804). English cleric and chemist. Line engraving, English, late 18th century

J. Priestley. Date c1921

Priestleys apparatus for investigating gases
Priestleys apparatus. Diagram after an engraving showing various pieces of experimental apparatus used by Joseph Priestley (1733-1804)

Portrait of Priestley & his equipment
Portrait of Joseph Priestley an English chemist who was born in 1733 and died in 1804. Priestly is given credit for the isolation of oxygen although he never recognized it as such & continued to

Priestleys apparatus for gas experiments
Priestleys apparatus. Engraving showing apparatus used by Joseph Priestley in his experiments on air. The types of air used are fixed air (carbon dioxide)

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Joseph Priestley. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Joseph Priestley. Hand-colored engraving of a portrait

Priestleys House Burnt
In reaction to a celebration of the French Revolution, a Birmingham mob run riot and destroy much property. Amongst their targets is the home of Joseph Priestley, here burning

Joseph Priestley / Hogg
JOSEPH PRIESTLEY English chemist and clergyman, best known for his experiments with electricity and oxygen Date: 1733 - 1804

Jb Priestley / Cig Card
JOHN BOYNTON (JB) PRIESTLEY English writer, in 1936

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J. B. Priestley, a prominent figure in the Lunar Society and an influential British author, playwright, and broadcaster, is captured in various moments throughout history. In a photo from 1930, we see him alongside other members of the Lunar Society, showcasing his involvement with this esteemed group of intellectuals. Another intriguing image takes us back to c1908 when Priestley was part of a shore party at winter quarters – a testament to his adventurous spirit. Priestley's wide-ranging interests are evident as he mingles with the patrons of Cafe Royal and experiments with his own apparatus. His intellectual pursuits connect him even further to great minds like Rene Descartes and Holl. But it is not just Priestley's professional life that captivates us; glimpses into his personal world also emerge through photographs capturing tender moments with loved ones. One such image shows him surrounded by daughters Sylvia and Mary in the serene garden of his Highgate house – an intimate portrait that reveals another side to this multifaceted man. Throughout his career, Priestley collaborated with notable individuals like Joyce Barbour and Kenneth Tynan, leaving an indelible mark on literature and broadcasting alike. As Hobson's Choice opens at the Apollo Theatre in 1916 under his direction or writing prowess, one can only imagine the impact he had on audiences during those performances. J. B. Priestley remains an iconic figure whose contributions span multiple disciplines - from thought-provoking plays to insightful broadcasts - solidifying his place among Britain's most celebrated talents.