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"Smith: A Multifaceted Journey Through Time and Culture" From geological maps to Olympic protests, the name Smith has left an indelible mark on history

Background imageSmith Collection: Adam's needle or needle palm, Yucca flaccida (Downy Adam's needle, Yucca puberula)

Adam's needle or needle palm, Yucca flaccida (Downy Adam's needle, Yucca puberula)
FLO4712866 Adam's needle or needle palm, Yucca flaccida (Downy Adam's needle, Yucca puberula). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Background imageSmith Collection: Iris pale - Dalmatian iris or sweet iris, Iris pallida (Swert's flower de luce, Iris swertii)

Iris pale - Dalmatian iris or sweet iris, Iris pallida (Swert's flower de luce, Iris swertii)
FLO4713129 Iris pale - Dalmatian iris or sweet iris, Iris pallida (Swert's flower de luce, Iris swertii). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Frederick W

Background imageSmith Collection: Tradescantia or setcreasee - Spiderwort, Tradescantia crassifolia var

Tradescantia or setcreasee - Spiderwort, Tradescantia crassifolia var. acaulis (Iridescent tradescantia)
FLO4713648 Tradescantia or setcreasee - Spiderwort, Tradescantia crassifolia var. acaulis (Iridescent tradescantia, Tradescantia iridescens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after W

Background imageSmith Collection: Incas lily, Perou lily - Orange Peruvian lily, Alstroemeria aurea (Orange-flowered alstroemeria)

Incas lily, Perou lily - Orange Peruvian lily, Alstroemeria aurea (Orange-flowered alstroemeria)
FLO4712365 Incas lily, Perou lily - Orange Peruvian lily, Alstroemeria aurea (Orange-flowered alstroemeria, Alstroemeria aurantiaca). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W

Background imageSmith Collection: Iridacee - Pretty herbertia, Herbertia pulchella. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell

Iridacee - Pretty herbertia, Herbertia pulchella. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton
FLO4712563 Iridacee - Pretty herbertia, Herbertia pulchella. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Background imageSmith Collection: Long-flowered hindsia, Hindsia longiflora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G

Long-flowered hindsia, Hindsia longiflora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G
FLO4711829 Long-flowered hindsia, Hindsia longiflora. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden

Background imageSmith Collection: Maritime Iris - Late-flowering blue iris, Iris spuria. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by

Maritime Iris - Late-flowering blue iris, Iris spuria. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W
FLO4711250 Maritime Iris - Late-flowering blue iris, Iris spuria. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after J.T

Background imageSmith Collection: Elegant Capuchin - Lady's Legs, Tropaeolum pentaphyllum (Five-leaved chymocarpus)

Elegant Capuchin - Lady's Legs, Tropaeolum pentaphyllum (Five-leaved chymocarpus, Chymocarpus pentaphyllus)
FLO4711885 Elegant Capuchin - Lady's Legs, Tropaeolum pentaphyllum (Five-leaved chymocarpus, Chymocarpus pentaphyllus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after S

Background imageSmith Collection: Campanula - Bellflower, Campanula lusitanica (Lovey's bellflower, Campanula loreyi)

Campanula - Bellflower, Campanula lusitanica (Lovey's bellflower, Campanula loreyi)
FLO4711865 Campanula - Bellflower, Campanula lusitanica (Lovey's bellflower, Campanula loreyi). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after J

Background imageSmith Collection: Cover of 'The General Historie of Virginia, New England, and the Summer Isles'

Cover of "The General Historie of Virginia, New England, and the Summer Isles', by Captain John Smith
529874 Cover of "The General Historie of Virginia, New England, and the Summer Isles', by Captain John Smith. 1624 (engraving); (add.info)

Background imageSmith Collection: Rhododendron cultivar, Rhododendrum smithii. Raised by Mr. Smith, gardener to the Earl of Liverpool

Rhododendron cultivar, Rhododendrum smithii. Raised by Mr. Smith, gardener to the Earl of Liverpool
FLO4626159 Rhododendron cultivar, Rhododendrum smithii. Raised by Mr. Smith, gardener to the Earl of Liverpool. Handcoloured lithograph from Louis van Houtte

Background imageSmith Collection: Villous zichya, Zichya villosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G

Villous zichya, Zichya villosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John
FLO4714352 Villous zichya, Zichya villosa. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden and Shrubbery, G

Background imageSmith Collection: Stenomesson aurantiacum (Mr. Hartweg's stenomesson, Stenomesson hartwegii)

Stenomesson aurantiacum (Mr. Hartweg's stenomesson, Stenomesson hartwegii)
FLO4714228 Stenomesson aurantiacum (Mr. Hartweg's stenomesson, Stenomesson hartwegii). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G

Background imageSmith Collection: Clerodendron or Clerodendron - Chinese glory bower, Clerodendrum chinense (Fragrant clerodendron)

Clerodendron or Clerodendron - Chinese glory bower, Clerodendrum chinense (Fragrant clerodendron)
FLO4711967 Clerodendron or Clerodendron - Chinese glory bower, Clerodendrum chinense (Fragrant clerodendron, Clerodendron fragrans). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G

Background imageSmith Collection: Drop of coral or coral from Mexico - Coral drops or elegant bessera, Bessera elegans

Drop of coral or coral from Mexico - Coral drops or elegant bessera, Bessera elegans
FLO4711957 Drop of coral or coral from Mexico - Coral drops or elegant bessera, Bessera elegans. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G

Background imageSmith Collection: Peony officinale - Tree peony, Paeonia officinalis (Carmine-flowered moutan)

Peony officinale - Tree peony, Paeonia officinalis (Carmine-flowered moutan, Moutan officinalis var. punicea)
FLO4711809 Peony officinale - Tree peony, Paeonia officinalis (Carmine-flowered moutan, Moutan officinalis var. punicea). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after J.T

Background imageSmith Collection: Tulip has a flower - Single-flowered tulip, Tulipa uniflora (Single-flowered orithyia)

Tulip has a flower - Single-flowered tulip, Tulipa uniflora (Single-flowered orithyia, Orithyia uniflora)
FLO4712296 Tulip has a flower - Single-flowered tulip, Tulipa uniflora (Single-flowered orithyia, Orithyia uniflora). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after J

Background imageSmith Collection: Slender fringe-lily, Thysanotus tenuis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G

Slender fringe-lily, Thysanotus tenuis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G
FLO4712032 Slender fringe-lily, Thysanotus tenuis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley and Robert Sweet's Ornamental Flower Garden

Background imageSmith Collection: Red purple - Globemallow, Sphaeralcea miniata (Vermilion-flowered mallow, Malva miniata)

Red purple - Globemallow, Sphaeralcea miniata (Vermilion-flowered mallow, Malva miniata)
FLO4711536 Red purple - Globemallow, Sphaeralcea miniata (Vermilion-flowered mallow, Malva miniata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Weddell after Edwin Dalton Smith from John Lindley

Background imageSmith Collection: Glory tree, Clerodendrum splendens (Splendid clerodendron, Clerodendron splendens)

Glory tree, Clerodendrum splendens (Splendid clerodendron, Clerodendron splendens)
FLO4711962 Glory tree, Clerodendrum splendens (Splendid clerodendron, Clerodendron splendens). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G

Background imageSmith Collection: Shaggy gastrolobe or crinkle-leaved poison. Gastrolobium villosum

Shaggy gastrolobe or crinkle-leaved poison. Gastrolobium villosum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G
FLO4711392 Shaggy gastrolobe or crinkle-leaved poison. Gastrolobium villosum. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by G. Barclay after Miss Sarah Drake from John Lindley

Background imageSmith Collection: Blue-eyed Uintjie or Blouooguintjie, Moraea aristata (Ocellate viesseuxia, Vieusseuxia glaucopis)

Blue-eyed Uintjie or Blouooguintjie, Moraea aristata (Ocellate viesseuxia, Vieusseuxia glaucopis)
FLO4713371 Blue-eyed Uintjie or Blouooguintjie, Moraea aristata (Ocellate viesseuxia, Vieusseuxia glaucopis). Handcoloured copperplate drawn and engraved by Frederick W

Background imageSmith Collection: Unknown pitcher plant species, Nepenthes curtisi. Woodcut by Gardchron after an illustration by

Unknown pitcher plant species, Nepenthes curtisi. Woodcut by Gardchron after an illustration by Worthington G
FLO4663740 Unknown pitcher plant species, Nepenthes curtisi. Woodcut by Gardchron after an illustration by Worthington G. Smith from Jean Linden's l'Illustration Horticole, Brussels

Background imageSmith Collection: Kegel's odontoglossum orchid, Oncidium kegeljani (Odontoglossum polyxanthum)

Kegel's odontoglossum orchid, Oncidium kegeljani (Odontoglossum polyxanthum)
FLO4662609 Kegel's odontoglossum orchid, Oncidium kegeljani (Odontoglossum polyxanthum). Woodcut after an illustration by Worthington G

Background imageSmith Collection: Yellow flowered splendid cinquefoil, Potentilla splendens

Yellow flowered splendid cinquefoil, Potentilla splendens
5856299 Yellow flowered splendid cinquefoil, Potentilla splendens; (add.info.: Yellow flowered splendid cinquefoil, Potentilla splendens)

Background imageSmith Collection: Ripe blue purple Old Brompton Plum, Prunus domestica

Ripe blue purple Old Brompton Plum, Prunus domestica
5856289 Ripe blue purple Old Brompton Plum, Prunus domestica; (add.info.: Ripe blue purple Old Brompton Plum, Prunus domestica. Hand-colored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W)

Background imageSmith Collection: Yellow flowered hairy-stemmed acacia, Acacia pubescens

Yellow flowered hairy-stemmed acacia, Acacia pubescens
5856279 Yellow flowered hairy-stemmed acacia, Acacia pubescens; (add.info.: Yellow flowered hairy-stemmed acacia, Acacia pubescens. Hand-colored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W)

Background imageSmith Collection: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Bellegarde or Galande Peach, Prunus persica

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Bellegarde or Galande Peach, Prunus persica
5856269 Ripe fruit and leaves of the Bellegarde or Galande Peach, Prunus persica; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Bellegarde or Galande Peach, Prunus persica)

Background imageSmith Collection: Pink and purple flowered poor man's orchid, Schizanthus pinnatus

Pink and purple flowered poor man's orchid, Schizanthus pinnatus
5856264 Pink and purple flowered poor man's orchid, Schizanthus pinnatus; (add.info.: Pink and purple flowered poor man's orchid, Schizanthus pinnatus)

Background imageSmith Collection: Yellow flowered Chilean glory creeper, Eccremocarpus scaber

Yellow flowered Chilean glory creeper, Eccremocarpus scaber
5856254 Yellow flowered Chilean glory creeper, Eccremocarpus scaber; (add.info.: Yellow flowered Chilean glory creeper, Eccremocarpus scaber)

Background imageSmith Collection: Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon

Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon
5856252 Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon, ; (add.info.: Ripe fruit, vine and yellow flowers of the Scarlet Fleshed Rock Melon, Cucumis melo)

Background imageSmith Collection: Ripe fruit and flower of the Roseberry Strawberry, Fragaria ~ ananassa

Ripe fruit and flower of the Roseberry Strawberry, Fragaria ~ ananassa
5856243 Ripe fruit and flower of the Roseberry Strawberry, Fragaria ~ ananassa; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and flower of the Roseberry Strawberry, Fragaria ~ ananassa. Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Purple and white flowers of the Chinese primrose, Primula sinensis

Purple and white flowers of the Chinese primrose, Primula sinensis
5856229 Purple and white flowers of the Chinese primrose, Primula sinensis; (add.info.: Purple and white flowers of the Chinese primrose, Primula sinensis. Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Fruit and leaves of the greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica

Fruit and leaves of the greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica
5856227 Fruit and leaves of the greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica; (add.info.: Fruit and leaves of the greengage plum, Prunus domestica italica. Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Yellow flowered Chinese chrysanthemum, Chrysanthemum indicum

Yellow flowered Chinese chrysanthemum, Chrysanthemum indicum
5856222 Yellow flowered Chinese chrysanthemum, Chrysanthemum indicum; (add.info.: Yellow flowered Chinese chrysanthemum, Chrysanthemum indicum Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Fruit and leaves of the Elruge nectarine, Prunus persica

Fruit and leaves of the Elruge nectarine, Prunus persica
5856217 Fruit and leaves of the Elruge nectarine, Prunus persica; (add.info.: Fruit and leaves of the Elruge nectarine, Prunus persica Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Fruit and yellow flowers of the Green-fleshed cantaloupe melon

Fruit and yellow flowers of the Green-fleshed cantaloupe melon
5856207 Fruit and yellow flowers of the Green-fleshed cantaloupe melon; (add.info.: Fruit and yellow flowers of the Green-fleshed cantaloupe melon, Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis)

Background imageSmith Collection: Sydney Smith, 1771-1845

Sydney Smith, 1771-1845
5614300 Sydney Smith, 1771-1845; (add.info.: Sydney Smith, 1771-1845. English wit, writer and Anglican cleric. From The International Library of Famous Literature)

Background imageSmith Collection: Fratres in Malo: or Tim Bobbin's Rap at the Pyrates. Gallery of rogues

Fratres in Malo: or Tim Bobbin's Rap at the Pyrates. Gallery of rogues
FLO4718185 Fratres in Malo: or Tim Bobbin's Rap at the Pyrates. Gallery of rogues, thieves and cheats in the book trade of the north of England and Scotland

Background imageSmith Collection: Scarlet flowered vervain, Verbena melindris

Scarlet flowered vervain, Verbena melindris
5856238 Scarlet flowered vervain, Verbena melindris; (add.info.: Scarlet flowered vervain, Verbena melindris. Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Green fruit and leaves of the Manks codling apple

Green fruit and leaves of the Manks codling apple
5856237 Green fruit and leaves of the Manks codling apple; (add.info.: Green fruit and leaves of the Manx Codlin, Manks Codling apple, Malus domestica. Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Scarlet fruit and leaves of the Kerry Pippin apple, Malus domestica

Scarlet fruit and leaves of the Kerry Pippin apple, Malus domestica
5856236 Scarlet fruit and leaves of the Kerry Pippin apple, Malus domestica; (add.info.: Scarlet fruit and leaves of the Kerry Pippin apple, Malus domestica. Hand-colored illustration by E.D)

Background imageSmith Collection: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica
5856309 Ripe fruit and leaves of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Brunswick fig, Ficus carica)

Background imageSmith Collection: Purple showy milkwort, Polygala speciosa

Purple showy milkwort, Polygala speciosa
5856303 Purple showy milkwort, Polygala speciosa; (add.info.: Purple showy milkwort, Polygala speciosa. Hand-colored illustration by Edwin Dalton Smith engraved by F.W)

Background imageSmith Collection: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Moorpark Apricot, Prunus armeniaca

Ripe fruit and leaves of the Moorpark Apricot, Prunus armeniaca
5856302 Ripe fruit and leaves of the Moorpark Apricot, Prunus armeniaca; (add.info.: Ripe fruit and leaves of the Moorpark Apricot, Prunus armeniaca)

Background imageSmith Collection: Red ripe fruit and leaves of Kirke's Scarlet Nonpareil Apple, Malus domestica

Red ripe fruit and leaves of Kirke's Scarlet Nonpareil Apple, Malus domestica
5856297 Red ripe fruit and leaves of Kirke's Scarlet Nonpareil Apple, Malus domestica; (add.info.: Red ripe fruit and leaves of Kirke's Scarlet Nonpareil Apple, Malus domestica)

Background imageSmith Collection: Many small yellow roses, Lady Banks rose, Rosa Banksiae var. lutea

Many small yellow roses, Lady Banks rose, Rosa Banksiae var. lutea
5856291 Many small yellow roses, Lady Banks rose, Rosa Banksiae var. lutea; (add.info.: Many small yellow roses, Lady Banks rose, Rosa Banksiae var. lutea)

Background imageSmith Collection: Pale blue and lilac flowered Chinese Glycine, Glycine sinensis

Pale blue and lilac flowered Chinese Glycine, Glycine sinensis
5856286 Pale blue and lilac flowered Chinese Glycine, Glycine sinensis; (add.info.: Pale blue and lilac flowered Chinese Glycine, Glycine sinensis)




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"Smith: A Multifaceted Journey Through Time and Culture" From geological maps to Olympic protests, the name Smith has left an indelible mark on history. William Smith's Geological Map revolutionized our understanding of the Earth's layers, unveiling its hidden secrets. In 1968, during the Olympic Games in Mexico City, American runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos made a powerful statement by raising their fists in a Black Power salute during the medal ceremonies. Australian Peter Norman stood in solidarity with them, wearing an OPHR badge. Delving into ancient mythology, we encounter Sky Woman from the Iroquois creation myth. Her tale reminds us of our interconnectedness with nature and the origins of life itself. During WW1, Wartime Toby jugs served as both mementos and reminders of sacrifice on battlefields far away. These ceramic treasures hold stories that echo through time. A glimpse into history takes us to Sheffield in 1797 when W. Fairbank meticulously drew a plan of this Yorkshire town engraved by Thomas Harris. It captures a moment frozen forever within ink lines. Sugar Ray Robinson's fierce determination shines through as he battles his opponent during a boxing match. His skill and resilience have made him an icon for generations to come. The inner workings of Big Ben reveal intricate machinery that keeps time ticking at the Palace of Westminster in London since c1905—a symbol not only for punctuality but also for British heritage. On Herm Island in Channel Islands stands Blacksmiths Cottage amidst La Rosiere Steps—an embodiment of craftsmanship passed down through generations—forging connections between past and present. Blacksmiths themselves stand outside their forge—a testament to their dedication to shaping metal into functional artistry while preserving age-old traditions alive today. Captain John Smith's map of Virginia from 1612 offers insights into early exploration efforts—the cartographic representation marking new frontiers discovered by intrepid adventurers seeking fortune or a new beginning.