1822 Collection (#24)

Watts steam engine, historical artwork
Watts steam engine. 19th Century artwork of the steam engine designed by British engineer James Watt (1736-1819). This was the first engine to give rotary rather than pumping motion

Imilac meteorite sample
Imilac meteorite slice, illuminated in blue light. This stony-iron pallasite meteorite was found in the Atacama Desert, Chile, in 1822

Stroke (apoplexy), satirical artwork
Stroke (apoplexy). Satirical artwork of a patient attended by his wife and physicians, following a sudden loss of consciousness, then known by the term apoplexy and most likely a stroke

Lunar map, 1822
The Moon was the main object observed by the early telescope research. And the main questions were - is ther life, and what created the ringed mountains

Louis Ulbach / Gill
Louis Ulbach (1822-1889) French journalist, novelist, satitist and historian

Alfred Talandier / Gill
Alfred Talandier (1822-1890) French politician, posssibly connected with transport

Guy Fawkes House
The home of Guy (Guido) Fawkes, a Catholic conspirator who was detected while attempting to blow up the Houses of Parliament

Arthur Chalamet / Gill
Jean Marie Arthur Chalamet (1822-1895) French Republican politician, Under Secretary of State in Gambettas Cabinet

Charles Floqurt / Gill
Charles Floqurt, French lawyer, journalist, statesman, and virulent fiercely anticlerical republican, active in many controversial political disputes

Lord Byron, 1822
Portrait of George Gordon Byron, 6th Baron Byron of Rochdale (1788-1824), the English poet and society figure, painted when Byron was 34

General Ulysses S. Grant (1822-1885)
Portrait of Lieutenant General Ulysses S. Grant, Commander in Chief of the Federal forces during the American Civil War, pictured in 1865. Grant later became 18th President of the USA

The Empress of Brazil, c. 1889
Photograph of the Empress, Donna Theresa Christina Maria, of Brazil (born 1822); the wife of Pedro II of Brazil

Jcp Bonaparte / Van Fair
JOSEPH-CHARLES-PAUL BONAPARTE Called Prince Napoleon, and nicknamed Plon-Plon, second son of Jerome

Marlborough / 7th Duke / Vf
John Winston Spencer Churchill, 7th Duke of Marlborough Conservative Mp

Captain Rock 1822
Captain Rock, commander of the insurgents in Ireland

Jcp Bonaparte / Horseback
JOSEPH-CHARLES-PAUL BONAPARTE Called Prince Napoleon, and nicknamed Plon-Plon, second son of Jerome

Jcp Bonaparte / Punch 1879
JOSEPH-CHARLES-PAUL BONAPARTE Prince Napoleon, nicknamed Plon-Plon, feeling sure that he can fill his great ancestors boots

Navy Seaman of 1822
A British sailor of the early 19th century, in this instance portrayed by the actor Mr G Smith in the role of Robin in the play No Song No Supper

Baron Munchausen
Mr Simmons in the role of a Harlequin Baron Muchausen

Louis Pasteur in his laboratory
Born in 1822, he studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

Louis Pasteur experimenting on a chloroformed rabbit
Born in 1822, he studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

Pasha of Damascus
The Pasha of Damascus receives a delegation

M. Pasteur in his laboratory in Paris
Louis Pasteur was born in 1822. He studied chemistry under Delafosse. Discovering the nature of fermentation, he went on to research his germ theory of disease

Portrait of Louis Pasteur
Louis Pasteur (1822-95) studied chemistry under Delafosse. He discovered the nature of the fermentation and went on to research his germ theory of disease

Napoleon J C P Bonaparte
Prince NAPOLEON JOSEPH- CHARLES-PAUL BONAPARTE Son of Napoleons youngest brother Jerome; claimant to French throne : with his sons Victor and Louis

Rebels in Naples
Michele Morelli and Giuseppe Silvati lead a rebellion at Naples but are captured and hanged on the Piazza di Portacapuana

Walking Dress 1822
White dress with highly ornate & padded over-sleeves, cuffs, hem & bodice & with a natural waistline, also a lace collar, gold belt, parasol & gauze hat trimmed with camelias

Louis Pasteur / Vfair 1887
LOUIS PASTEUR French chemist and microbiologist with two white rabbits

Louis Pasteur / Dornac
LOUIS PASTEUR French chemist and microbiologist in his study

Conway Bridge / Wales
The Conway ( Conwy ) Castle Bridge a steel suspension bridge built by Thomas Telford (1757- 1834) between 1822 and 1826

Iron Mine Sweden
The open-cast iron mine at Dannemora, Sweden, is state of the art for its day : the ore is hauled up a lift to ground level

Ulyssess Grant / Birthplc
ULYSSESs GRANT Humble birthplace of the American Civil War General, and later President

Ulyssess Grant / Figaro
ULYSSESs GRANT Caricature of the American General and President

Indian Weaver
An Indian weaver at work in the shade of a tree

Market Women
An English Market-Woman and her daughter - both laden with baskets of - what ? Vegetables ? Eggs ? all will be revealed when they lay out their wares

Indian Weaver - 2
An Indian weaver mending broken threads

Scots Marketpeople
A Scotch Market-Woman and Children - all three carrying baskets of produce while mama carries a huge pot of milk, probably

E T W Hoffmann
ERNST THEODOR WILHELM HOFFMANN German musician and writer : as a musician he called himself E T A (Amadeus) Hoffmann, in honour of Mozart. With his wife ? or muse ?

Chales Fechter as Hamlet
Mr Charlesl Albert Fechter (1822-1879), actor, in the role of Hamlet, complete with the skull of Yorick

Robert William Thomson
ROBERT WILLIAM THOMSON Scottish engineer, invented the locomotive traction engine for use on common roads

Louis Pasteur / Iln 1895
LOUIS PASTEUR French scientist

Wedgwood Works
Workers in Wedgwoods pottery factory

DUC D AUMALE / GILL 1886
HENRI, duc d AUMALE 4th son of Louis-Philippe, soldier and historian, involved in controversy but donated Chantilly to the Institut de France

Gaspare Spontini
GASPARE SPONTINI Italian composer whose operas include " La Vestale" (1807), " Fernand Cortez" (1809), and " Nurmahal" (1822)

Us Grant Cartoon
ULYSSESs GRANT American soldier and statesman, caricatured during his presidency

French Artillery - 2
A soldier of the horse artillery of the French Garde Royale sighting a cannon; behind him another gun is being loaded

Edw. Lord Thurlow 1822
EDWARD, 1st baron THURLOW Lord Chancellor

Alexander Mackenzie
ALEXANDER MACKENZIE Canadian statesman and Prime Minister of Canada from 1873- 1878

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In the year 1822, a multitude of significant events and individuals shaped history. Renowned composer Giovanni Bottesini mesmerized audiences with his enchanting melodies, while Thomas Colleton Garth's captivating portrait in Vanity Fair by Spy immortalized him as a symbol of elegance and sophistication. Meanwhile, Gregor Mendel laid the foundation for modern genetics through his groundbreaking experiments with pea plants. Ulysses Grant, captured magnificently by Brady's lens, emerged as a prominent figure during this time alongside Percy Shelley whose ethereal beauty was forever etched in Finden's artwork. Across the globe in Ecuador's Guayaquil, the La Rotonda monument commemorated Simon Bolivar's historic meeting that would shape South America's destiny. Archery enthusiasts gathered for an exhilarating meeting in 1822 to showcase their prowess and celebrate this ancient sport. Virginia Poe left an indelible mark on literature with her haunting tales of mystery and darkness. Ulysses Grant continued to make waves, this time alongside Johnson as they navigated the complexities of leadership together. Eta Hoffmann penned his own tale of intrigue and fantasy that captivated readers worldwide. Grant championed freedom during these tumultuous times when it was most needed. The Salters Hall in London stood witness to important gatherings where ideas were exchanged and progress fostered. In 1822, these diverse threads wove together to create a rich tapestry of culture, innovation, and resilience that continues to inspire us today.