Sulphuric Collection

Morocco - Moulay Yacoub, close to Fez
A Sulphur water Spring. Moulay Yacoub, close to Fez, Morocco

Mesmers tub at his consulting room in parish which opened soon after his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de magnetism animal in 1779

Cross-section of a lead chamber used in the manufacture of sulphuric acid
5311885 Cross-section of a lead chamber used in the manufacture of sulphuric acid; (add.info.: Cross-section if a lead chamber used in the manufacture of sulphuric acid)

Engraving depicting lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid, 19th century
5309288 Engraving depicting lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid)

The concentration of sulphuric acid in glass vessels
5311796 The concentration of sulphuric acid in glass vessels; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the concentration of sulphuric acid in glass vessels. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

A Bunsen cell
5307990 A Bunsen cell.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a Bunsen cell, a zinc-carbon primary cell composed of a zinc anode in dilute sulphuric acid separated by a porous pot from a carbon cathode in)

Inflating balloon with hydrogen, produced by covering barrels of iron filings with sulphuric acid
533620 Inflating balloon with hydrogen, produced by covering barrels of iron filings with sulphuric acid and feeding gas into balloon

Robert brothers helping JAC Charles (1746-1823) to inflate balloon with hydrogen produced by covering barrel of iron
533626 Robert brothers helping JAC Charles (1746-1823) to inflate balloon with hydrogen produced by covering barrel of iron filings with sulphuric acid

Engraving depicting a cross-section of lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid, 19th century
5309287 Engraving depicting a cross-section of lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid, 19th century; (add.info)

Dutch cartoon, 1794, predicting ballooning in 1804. Chaotic scene as an attempt is made to get the balloon airborne
528657 Dutch cartoon, 1794, predicting ballooning in 1804. Chaotic scene as an attempt is made to get the balloon airborne

Engraving depicting a cross-section of lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid
5309286 Engraving depicting a cross-section of lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a cross-section of lead chambers for the production of sulphuric)

Old Way to Nikia Village and Stefanos Volcano Crater, Nisyros Island, Dodecanese, Greece

Stefanos Volcano Crater, elevated view, Nisyros Island, Dodecanese, Greece

Sulphur at the Stefanos Volcano Crater, detailed view, Nisyros Island, Dodecanese, Greece

Volcanic Landscape near Stefanos Volcano Crater, Nisyros Island, Dodecanese, Greece

View towards the Stefanos Volcano Crater, Nisyros Island, Dodecanese, Greece

Mesmer's tub at his consulting room in parish which opened soon after his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de
542281 Mesmer's tub at his consulting room in parish which opened soon after his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de magnetism animal in 1779

The preparation of sulphuric acid (litho)
6013454 The preparation of sulphuric acid (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The preparation of sulphuric acid)

Grotto of Pasilippe and Dogs Cave near Naples
Grotto of Pausilippe near Naples 1, and the Grotta del Cane (Dogs Cave) near Naples with its mofetta or fumarole, volcanic discharge of sulphuric gases 2. Engraved by J.B. Hoessel, Weimar, 1802

Modes of Detecting the Presence of Arseniacal Poisons in the Human Body (engraving)
1593983 Modes of Detecting the Presence of Arseniacal Poisons in the Human Body (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Distillation of oil of vitriol also known as sulphuric acid, 1651. Iron retort with cover, detail at C, D, is placed in furnace and connected to receiver at A

Owakudani - Hakone National Park, Japan - Boiling Waters
Owakudani ( Hell Valley ) - brave (or foolish!) tourists getting close to the boiling sulphuric volcanic springs at the Hakone National Park Date: circa 1910s

By-products developed from coal by G. H. Davis
The enormous importance of coal as the basic element in vital war manufactures. A diagrammatic drawing showing a great variety of by-products developed from coal. Date: 1944

Boiling Lake Dominica
The worlds second largest boiling lake, found in the Morne Trois Pitons national park in Dominica. The islands Boiling Lake is situated in the Morne Trois Pitons National Park

Mesmers tub at his consulting room in parish which opened soon after his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de magnetism animal in 1779

Platinum still for concentrating sulphuric acid. Felling Chemical Works, Newcastle, 1844. From British Manufacturers by George Dodd. (London, 1844). Wood engraving

Sectional view of Gay-Lussacs lead chambers and absorption towers, 1870. These were for the large-scale production of sulphuric acid also known as Oil of Vitriol or H2SO4

Sectional view of lead chamber process for large-scale production of sulphuric acid 1870. Also known as Oil of Vitriol or H2S04

Lead chamber for production of sulphuric acid also known as Oil of Vitriol or H2S04, 1866. It was one of the most important industrial chemicals

Production of sulphuric acid, Felling Chemical Works, near Newcastle, England, 1844. View of the passage between two lead chambers. From The Penny Magazine. (London 1844). Wood engraving

Lead chambers for large-scale production of sulphuric acid (Oil of Vitriol or HS204.) (1874). Sectional view showing the process from begging to end from the furnace (left)

Webbs chemical factory, Diglis, Worcestershire. The tall building to right behind chimney contains Gay-Lussacs lead chambers for the production of sulphuric acid (Oil of Vitriol or H2SO4)

Robert brothers helping JAC Charles (1746-1823) to inflate balloon with hydrogen produced by covering barrel of iron filings with sulphuric acid

Inflating balloon with hydrogen, produced by covering barrels of iron filings with sulphuric acid and feeding gas into balloon. Engraving 1845

Dutch cartoon, 1794, predicting ballooning in 1804. Chaotic scene as an attempt is made to get the balloon airborne. Vitriol (Sulphuric Acid) and iron nails (Spyker)

(Raymond) Gaston Plante (1834-1889) French physicist who in 1859 invented the first accumulator or electric storage battery

Taking a Hot Sulphur Bath at Baden, Germany Date: 1909

The Sulphur Cave, New Zealand
The Sulphur Cave at the Wai-O-Tapu (Sacred Waters) Thermal Wonderland Park, near Rotorua, on North Island in New Zealand

The Champagne Pool, New Zealand
The Champagne Pool at the Wai-O-Tapu (Sacred Waters) Thermal Wonderland Park, near Rotorua, on the North Island, in New Zealand

Sulphur deposits, Hawaii
Sulphur deposits. Sulphur deposits (yellow) on volcanic rock. Photographed in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii, USA

Sulphur deposits. Rising steam and sulphur deposits (yellow) on volcanic rock. Photographed in the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii, USA

Anaesthetics Morton
American dentist William Morton successfully uses sulphuric ether on Dr Warrens patient at Boston hospital

Charles Jackson / Anaesthe
Charles Jackson experiments on himself with sulphuric ether

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"Sulphuric: From Healing Waters to Industrial Marvels" Discover the captivating world acid, a substance that has played diverse roles throughout history. Journey to Morocco's enchanting Moulay Yacoub, nestled close to Fez, where the therapeutic properties of sulphur springs have been cherished for centuries. Step into Mesmer's consulting room in Parish, which opened shortly after his groundbreaking treatise on animal magnetism in 1779. Here, patients gathered around Mesmer's tub - a vat filled with dilute sulphuric acid - holding hands as they sought healing and relief. Witness the preparation of this powerful acid through lithography, showcasing its significance in various industries. Explore the Grotto of Pasilippe and Dogs Cave near Naples, where natural formations reveal sulphurous wonders hidden beneath Earth's surface. Uncover ancient methods used for detecting arseniacal poisons in the human body through an intriguing engraving titled "Modes of Detecting the Presence of Arseniacal Poisons. " Delve into historical accounts that highlight both its dangers and potential uses. Embark on a journey to Owakudani within Japan's Hakone National Park, known for its boiling waters caused by volcanic activity. Experience firsthand nature's alchemical processes as these bubbling hot springs release traces compounds into the air. Marvel at how coal by-products developed by G. H. Davis have revolutionized industries worldwide. The Knights Cyclopaedia sheds light on how this versatile compound has shaped nations' industrial landscapes and propelled innovation forward. Return once more to Owakudani in Hakone National Park as we immerse ourselves in its mesmerizing boiling waters yet again. Witness Mother Nature at her most awe-inspiring as she showcases her geological prowess through these sulfur-rich phenomena.