Royal Society Collection (#7)

Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Hugh Culling Eardley Childers, 1878. After serving as a member of the Government of Victoria, in Australia, Childers returned to Britain and, in 1860, was elected as MP for Pontefract

Richard Owen, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Richard Owen, 1878. After qualifying and practising as a surgeon, Owen made major contributions in the fields of anatomy and paleontology

Sir Francis Leopold McClintock, admiral, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Sir Francis Leopold McClintock, admiral, 1878. In 1879 McClintock was appointed commander in chief on the North America and West Indies station. This was his last active service

John Scott Russell, civil engineer and naval architect, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
John Scott Russell, civil engineer and naval architect, 1878. After leaving Scotland for London in 1844 he constructed four large steamships, the Teviot, Tay

Sir George Strong Nares, Arctic explorer, 1878. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Sir George Strong Nares, Arctic explorer, 1878. After returning to England in 1854 from an Arctic expedition he was promoted lieutenant, served for two years in the Mediterranean

William Bowman, Fellow of the Royal Society, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
William Bowman, Fellow of the Royal Society, 1880. In 1839 he became a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England

Professor Edward Frankland, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Professor Edward Frankland, 1880. He became professor of chemistry in 1850 at the Royal College of Engineers, and in 1865 became professor of chemistry at the Royal School of Mines

John Hall Gladstone, President of the Chemical Society, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
John Hall Gladstone, President of the Chemical Society, 1880. He lectured at St Thomass Hospital from 1850 to 1852. In 1853 he was elected a fellow of the Royal Society

Arthur Penrhyn Stanley, Dean of Westminster, 1880. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Arthur Penrhyn Stanley, Dean of Westminster, 1880. He became dean in 1864. He was a great traveller and travelled extensivley in Europe, America and Asia

Sir Joseph Banks, English naturalist and botanist, (1886). Artist: W Macleod
Sir Joseph Banks, English naturalist and botanist, (1886). Banks (1743-1820) took part in Captain James Cooks first great voyage of discovery (1768-1771)

John Hunter, Scottish surgeon, 1870. Artist: Francis Holl
John Hunter, Scottish surgeon, 1870. Hunter (1728-1793) gave a series of lectures on the theory and practice of surgery, which attracted many famous students, including Edward Jenner

Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, Dutch pioneer of microscopy, (1813). Artist: J Chapman
Antoni van Leeuwenhoek, Dutch pioneer of microscopy, (1813). It was probably as a result of his use of lenses in examining cloth as a drapers apprentice that led to Leeuwenhoeks interest in lens

John Smeaton, English civil engineer, (1833). Artist: R Woodman
John Smeaton, English civil engineer, (1833). Smeaton (1724-1792) was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society after presenting several papers on instruments and mechanical subjects

Humphry Davy, British chemist and inventor, late 19th century. Obverse of the Royal Society Davy medal, nstituted in 1877 and awarded annually for an outstanding recent discovery in chemistry

Thomas Willis, 17th century English physician, 1742. Artist: George Vertue
Thomas Willis, 17th century English physician, 1742. Willis (1621-1675) was the first in modern times to notice the sweetish taste of diabetic urine in diabetes mellitus

John Wilkins, 17th century English cleric and astronomer. Wilkins (1614-1672) became Bishop of Chester in 1668. One of the founder members of the Royal Society

Gresham College, London, 1739. Gresham College was established in 1597 in the mansion of Sir Thomas Gresham in Bishopsgate under the terms of his will

Courtyard of Gresham College, London, 18th century. Gresham College was established in 1597 in the mansion of Sir Thomas Gresham in Bishopsgate under the terms of his will

Joseph Banks, President of the Royal Society (PRS), botanist, 1800s. Artist: Thomas Philips
Joseph Banks, President of the Royal Society (PRS), botanist, 1800s. Banks travelled to Newfoundland in 1766 on an expedition to collect plants

Thomas Willis, physician, 1742. Artist: George Vertue
Thomas Willis, physician, 1742. To the left of his portrait are parts of a skull and a diagram of the spine and ribcage. To the right are several books

Anton van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723), Dutch microscopist, c1810. Artist: John Chapman
Anton van Leewenhoek (1632-1723) Dutch microscopist, c1810. It was probably as a result of his use of lenses in examining cloth as a drapers apprentice that led to Leeuwenhoeks interest in lens

Anton van Leeuwenhoek, Dutch pioneer of microscopy, 1723. Artist: Abraham de Blois
Anton van Leeuwenhoek, Dutch pioneer of microscopy, c1660. It was probably as a result of his use of lenses in examining cloth as a drapers apprentice that led to Leeuwenhoeks interest in lens

Joseph Banks (1743-1820), English botanist and plant collector, 1802. Banks sailed with Captain James Cook on the Endeavour on his expedition of 1768-1771

Royal Society frontispiece Thomas Sprat History
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History of England. Meeting at the Royal Society of London. Engraving, 1890. Colored

A Meeting of the Royal Society in Crane Court, London

The Royal Societys House in Crane Court, London

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Soiraa'E at the Royal Society, 1870

The reading out of letters from Franklin to the Royal Society of London is greeted with incredulity and remarks of irony

Isaac Newton, after Samuel Freeman, 18th Century (engraving)
XJF867973 Isaac Newton, after Samuel Freeman, 18th Century (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Banner of the Royal Society of choirs of Ghent, Belgium. engraving 1855

Sir John Bowring (engraving)
XJF2604338 Sir John Bowring (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir John Bowring (1792-1872) political economist

Georges Boole (engraving)
XJF2604336 Georges Boole (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: George Boole (1815-64) English mathematician, professor at Queens College, Cork

Safety lamps designed by Humphry Davy for use by miners
XOS1766096 Safety lamps designed by Humphry Davy for use by miners by Basire, James, the younger (1769-1822); Private Collection; (add.info)

Illustrations from the Catalogue of the Royal Society of Painters in Water Colours, 1886: Shipwreck in the Desert, by Carl Haag

HOOKE: MICROGRAPHIA, 1665. Title page of the first edition of Robert Hookes Micrographia, London, 1665, an early landmark in microscopy containing the first illustration of cells

ANTON VAN LEEUWENHOEK (1632-1723). Dutch naturalist. Title page from van Leeuwenhoeks report to the Royal Society, London, England, printed at Leiden, The Netherlands, in 1686

ROYAL SOCIETY, 1843. A meeting of the Royal Society for the promotion of the mathematical and physical sciences, at Somerset, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1843

Charles John Huffam Dickens, FRSA ( 7 February 1812 - 9 June 1870 ), pen-name Boz
Charles John Huffam Dickens, FRSA ( 7 February 1812 - 9 June 1870 ), pen-name " Boz ", was one of the most popular English novelists of the Victorian era

Sir Horace Darwin, F. R. S. (1851-1928), son of the British naturalist Charles Darwin
Sir Horace Darwin, F.R.S. (1851-1928), son of the British naturalist Charles Darwin and a civil engineer. From Darwin and the Beagle by Alan Moorhead, page 268

Banner of the Royal Society of choirs of Ghent, Belgium. engraving 1855

William Bowyer Younger (1699 - 1777)
William Bowyer the Younger (1699 - 1777) known as The Learned Printer, prominent English printer and author. Printer to the House of Commons (1729), the Society of Antiquaries (1726)

Henri Victor Regnault French physicist and chemist (1810-78). He worked with Liebig and succeeded Gay-Lussac as professor of chemistry at the Ecole Polytechnique in Paris

Jerome de Lalande, French astronomer
Jerome de Lalande (1732-1807), French astronomer. Joseph Jerome Le Francois de Lalande trained as a lawyer, but also took a keen interest in astronomy

Marine fossils, 18th century C015 / 6064
Marine fossils, 18th-century artwork. An ammonite is at lower right. Ammonites were marine invertebrate molluscs with a spiral shell

Bird specimens, 18th century C015 / 6066
Bird specimens, 18th-century artwork. The hooded crow (Corvus cornix, upper left, also sea-crow ), is found on the Isle of Man

Natural history specimens, 18th century C015 / 6065
Natural history specimens, 18th-century artwork. From top are prehistoric items: a log canoe found in Lancashire, a stone tool, and a copper tool

Hailstones, 18th century C015 / 6063
Hailstones. 18th-century artwork of a flash of lightning and large hailstones killing hares and birds. Artwork from The Natural History of Lancashire, Cheshire

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"The Royal Society: A Journey Through Time and Discovery" Step into the fascinating world of the Royal Society, where scientific exploration and artistic marvels intertwine. From the mesmerizing Krakatoa sunsets that painted the skies in vibrant hues to the intricate 1883 artworks capturing their ethereal beauty, this society has witnessed wonders beyond imagination. In 1775, Captain James Cook embarked on his legendary voyage as an explorer under the auspices of the Royal Society. His discoveries opened new horizons for mankind and expanded our understanding of distant lands. Benjamin Franklin, a renowned scientist in his own right, became a member of this prestigious society in 1778. His experiments with electricity revolutionized science and paved the way for countless technological advancements we enjoy today. Even snowflakes were not immune to scrutiny by these curious minds during the 18th century. Meticulous research unraveled their delicate structures, revealing nature's artistry at its finest. Mathematical series flourished within these hallowed halls during that same era. Brilliant minds delved into complex equations and formulas that shaped modern mathematics as we know it today. The iconic engraving depicting The Royal Society stands as a testament to centuries of innovation and collaboration among brilliant individuals striving for knowledge. Their collective efforts have propelled humanity forward through leaps in various fields. Not only did this esteemed society endorse lens-grinders in the 1600s but also recognized Richard Kirwan's contributions through an enchanting engraving. These endorsements fostered scientific progress while honoring those who dedicated themselves to advancing human understanding. Medical breakthroughs were no stranger to The Royal Society either; kidney stone research took center stage during the 18th century. Pioneering studies shed light on treatments that alleviated suffering and improved lives around the world. 1698 saw William Dampier join The Royal Society—an intriguing blend of pirate naturalist—a true embodiment of adventure combined with scientific curiosity.