Warren De La Rue Collection

Total solar eclipse, 1860. Series of images of the Sun during the totality of a total solar eclipse. The disc of the Moon is covering the disc of the Sun so that only the Suns corona (atmosphere)

Warren de la Rue's photograph of eclipse in 1860
673453 Warren de la Rue's photograph of eclipse in 1860; (add.info.: Warren de la Rue's photograph of eclipse 1860)

Diagram of the position of the luminous prominences, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Diagram of the position of the luminous prominences, 1860. It is very generally known that a short time since H.M.S. Himalaya returned to England with a party of about fifty English

Remarkable faculae and spots seen on the Sun on the 19th and 20th of July, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Remarkable faculae and spots seen on the Sun on the 19th and 20th of July, 1860. In your Number of August 25, in describing the phenomena visible at the period of the total eclipse in Spain

The Eclipse of the Sun - facsimile of [one of] the two photographs obtained during the totality, 1860 Creator: Unknown
The Eclipse of the Sun - facsimile of [one of] the two photographs obtained during the totality, 1860. Astronomer Warren De La Rue captured images in Rivabellosa, Spain

The Eclipse of the Sun - facsimile of [one of] the two photographs obtained during the totality, 1860 Creator: Unknown
The Eclipse of the Sun - facsimile of [one of] the two photographs obtained during the totality, 1860. Astronomer Warren De La Rue captured images in Rivabellosa, Spain

Solar corona and prominences 1860 (1870)
Solar corona and prominences 1860. Observations made by the English astronomer Warren de la Rue ( 1815-1889) at Rivabellosa in Spain during the total solar eclipse, 18 July 1860

Warren De La Rue, son of the founder of the firm, Thomas De La Rue (b / w photo)
6030248 Warren De La Rue, son of the founder of the firm, Thomas De La Rue (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Warren De La Rue)

Soiree at the Royal Society (engraving)
1057168 Soiree at the Royal Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Soiree at the Royal Society)

Warren de la Rue, British astronomer and physicist, 1882. Artist: Lock & Whitfield
Warren de la Rue, British astronomer and physicist, 1882. De La Rue (1815-1889) was a brilliant astronomer who discovered 525 nebulae

Warren de la Rues photograph of total solar eclipse at Rivabellosa, Spain, 18 July 1860. Artist: Warren De La Rue
Warren de la Rues photograph of total solar eclipse at Rivabellosa, Spain, 18 July 1860. This was the first solar eclipse to be photographed, using the Kew Photoheliograph

Sunspot observation, 1861. Titled A Bit of the Sun, this photograph is by the British astronomer and chemist Warren De La Rue (1815-1899)

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Warren De La Rue was a pioneering British astronomer and inventor who made significant contributions to the field of astrophysics. Born in 1815, he is best known for his work on solar eclipses and the study of sunspots. De La Rue also played a key role in the development of astronomical photography, using daguerreotype plates to capture images of celestial objects. In addition to his astronomical pursuits, De La Rue was an accomplished engineer and businessman. He founded a successful printing company that specialized in producing postage stamps and banknotes. His innovative approach to manufacturing led to advancements in printing technology that are still used today. Despite his many achievements, Warren De La Rue's legacy has often been overshadowed by other prominent figures in astronomy. However, his impact on the scientific community cannot be understated. His dedication to advancing our understanding of the universe continues to inspire future generations of astronomers and inventors. Warren De La Rue's passion for exploration and discovery serves as a reminder that even the smallest contributions can have a lasting impact on our world. His pioneering spirit lives on through his groundbreaking work in both astronomy and engineering, making him a true pioneer in every sense of the word.