Professor John Tyndall Collection

The Royal Society (engraving)
1046913 The Royal Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Society, a Portrait Group of some of the Most Distinguished Fellows)

Professor John Tyndall (colour litho)
613501 Professor John Tyndall (colour litho) by Cecioni, Adriano (1838-86); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professor John Tyndall, The scientific use of the imagination, 6 April 1872)

Professor John Tyndall
LLM455437 Professor John Tyndall by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professor John Tyndall)

Professor John Tyndall, PhD, LLD, DCL, FRS, &c (b / w photo)
736363 Professor John Tyndall, PhD, LLD, DCL, FRS, &c (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Professor John Tyndall, PhD, LLD, DCL, FRS, &c)

The Centenary of the Royal Institution (engraving)
1051895 The Centenary of the Royal Institution (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Centenary of the Royal Institution)

Professor Tyndall, 1864, (1946). Creator: George Richmond
Professor Tyndall, 1864, (1946). Portrait of Professor John Tyndall (1820-1893), Irish-born physicist and mountaineer. Tyndall was appointed Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution

John Tyndall, 1887. Creator: Unknown
John Tyndall, 1887. Portrait of Professor John Tyndall (1820-1893), Irish physicist. His initial scientific fame arose in the 1850s from his study of diamagnetism

Professor John Tyndall, c1880, (1904). Artist: Alexander Bassano
Professor John Tyndall, c1880, (1904). John Tyndall FRS (1820-1893) was a prominent Irish 19th-century physicist. His initial scientific fame arose in the 1850s from his study of diamagnetism

Professor John Tyndall, Irish natural philosopher, c1890. Artist: Cassell, Petter & Galpin
Professor John Tyndall, Irish natural philosopher, c1890. Tyndall (1820-1893) was appointed Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution

John Tyndall, DCL, LLD, FRS, Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution, 1877. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
John Tyndall, DCL, LLD, FRS, Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution, 1877. From Men of Mark: a gallery of contemporary portraits of men distinguished in the Senate, the Church

John Tyndall, Irish-born British physicist and populariser of science, c1880. Tyndall (1820-1893) was appointed Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution

John Tyndall lecturing on electromagnetism at the Royal Institution, London. May 1870. Irish-born British physicist Tyndall (1820-1893)

John Tyndall, Irish born physicist and mountaineer, 1893. Artist: John McLure Hamilton
John Tyndall, Irish born physicist and mountaineer, 1893. Tyndall (1820-1893) studied in Marburg under Robert Bunsen (1811-1899)

John Tyndall, Irish-born British physicist, 1872. Tyndall (1820-1893) was appointed Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution, London in 1854

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Professor John Tyndall was a renowned Irish-born British physicist and popularizer of science. With his impressive list of academic titles, including PhD, LLD, DCL, FRS, &c (as seen in the black and white photo), he made significant contributions to the field of natural philosophy. His passion for scientific exploration led him to become a professor at the Royal Institution in London. Tyndall's dedication to advancing knowledge is evident in various depictions throughout history. In an engraving from The Royal Society, we see him surrounded by fellow intellectuals engaged in scholarly discussions. A color lithograph captures his vibrant personality and intellect as Professor John Tyndall emerges from the page. The Centenary of the Royal Institution engraving showcases Tyndall's involvement with this prestigious institution that fostered groundbreaking research and innovation. Another portrait by George Richmond portrays him in 1864, exuding confidence and intelligence. Throughout his career, Tyndall captivated audiences with lectures on electromagnetism at the Royal Institution (as depicted in May 1870). He possessed a unique ability to make complex scientific concepts accessible to all through engaging presentations. His influence extended beyond academia; he played a crucial role as an advocate for science education among the general public. This commitment is beautifully captured by Alexander Bassano's photograph from c1880 where Professor John Tyndall appears deep in thought while contemplating nature's mysteries. Cassell, Petter & Galpin artistically portrayed Tyndall as an Irish natural philosopher around 1890—his connection to Ireland remained strong despite residing primarily in Britain. Lock & Whitfield immortalized him as Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution—an esteemed position he held since 1877. John Tyndall left an indelible mark on both scientific discovery and its dissemination during his lifetime (1887). His legacy lives on today through his pioneering work that continues inspiring generations of scientists and science enthusiasts alike.