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MISSOURI: HANNIBAL, 1823. A view of Hannibal, Missouri. Sketch, 1823, by Henry Lewis

MISSOURI: HANNIBAL, 1823. Sketch, 1823, by Henry Lewis

COLOSSEUM: PROCESSION. Procession of hooded priests approaching a cross in the Colosseum in Rome. Illustration, 1823

AMERICAN BICYCLE, 1823. A bicycle claimed to have been constructed in 1823 by a reader of an American magazine in Norfolk, Connecticut, during the bicycle craze of 1869

CAROLINE UNGER-SABATIER (1803-1877). Austro-Hungarian contralto. Lithograph by Ferdinand von Lutgendorf, c1823

DIABELLI VARIATIONS. Original edition of Beethovens Variations for Piano
DIABELLI VARIATIONS. Original edition of Beethovens " Variations for Piano on a Waltz by Diabelli, " 1823

DIABELLIs WALTZ, 1823. Corrected copy of Beethovens Variations for Piano on a Waltz by Diabelli; Beethovens comments on the title page

ELIZABETH FRY (1780-1845). English Quaker philanthropist. Oil on panel after a painting, 1823, by Charles Robert Leslie

BEETHOVEN & LISZT, 1823. Ludwig van Beethoven embracing Franz Liszt during the latters concert at Vienna on 13 April 1823. Lithograph, Hungarian, 1873

CONSTANTINO BELTRAMI. Italian explorer at the mouth of the Mississippi River, 1823: canvas, 1860, by E. Scuri

GEORGE GORDON BYRON (1788-1824). Sixth Baron Byron. English poet. Etching, 1832, after a sketch by Count Alfred d Orsay taken in May 1823

JOHN JAMES AUDUBON (1785-1851). American ornithologist. Self-portrait in oil, 1823

JOHN C. CALHOUN (1782-1850). American politician. Oil on canvas, c1823, by Charles Bird King

QUEEN CAROLINE TRIAL, 1820. The trial of Caroline of Brunswick (1768-1821), Queen consort of King George IV of England, in the House of Lords, 1820. Detail from a painting, 1823, by Sir George Hayter

An English Man o War, by John Thomas Serres
An English Man o War at Anchor in Naples Harbour, by John Thomas Serres (1759-1825). Date: 1823

Picture No. 10862961
Richmond Bridge, built 1823, Tasmania, Australia Date:

Skeleton of Mammoth discovered in 1817 by Dr Mitchell of New York at Goschen, Orange County and later assembled in the Philadelphia Museum. From Simeon Shaw Nature Displayed, London, 1823. Lithograph

Rhubarb (Rheum officinalis) used as a laxative, a tonic and an astringent. Hand coloured engraving from Simeon Shaw Nature Displayed, London, 1823

Shoe Maker Master craftsman in tailored coat and yellow waistcoat (vest) cuts leather from skin. In background boy apprentice in apron

Chain Pier, Brighton, Sussex. Original design by Samuel Brown, Royal Navy, opened in November 1823, survived until 29 November 1836 when it failed in a storm. Chromolithograph published 1889

Brushmaker: Craftsman at bench prepares brushes to receiving backing. Around workshop are brooms, brushes and mops of various sizes. Hand-coloured wooodcut from The Book of English Trades London 1823

Weaver at his loom. This man would be a piece-worker with his loom in his house, and would produce lengths of cloth for a merchant who often supplied him with his yarn

George Washington Painted by Rembrandt Peale 1795 - 1823 Oil on Canvas

Papyrus reed (Cyperus papyrus): Stem of the reed used to make a form of paper. Also used to produce fibre for sails, mats, cloth, etc, and roots used as fuel. Pith used as food.Aquatint 1823

Fossilised skeleton of a Megatherium or Giant Sloth, found in Paraguay in about 1796. Lithograph from Nature Displayed by Simeon Shaw (London, 1823)

Horseman of the Spanish regiment of the Royal Guard, 1823. From Histoire de la maison militaire du Roi de 1814 a 1830 by Eugene Titeux, Paris, 1890

Allspice: Pimenta diocia also naked P officinalis, Native to West Indies and Central America. 1823. Berries of tree provide an aromatic spice. From Nature Displayed by Simeon Shaw. (London, 1823)

Terriers catching rats. Hand-coloured engraving, London, 1823

Thomas Pennant (1726-1798) British zoologist, writer and traveller. From Encyclopaedia Londinensis. (London, 1823). Stipple engraving

The Apothecary using pestle and mortar to prepare drugs, 1823. From The Book of English Trades. (London, 1823). Hand-coloured woodcut

Cross-section of the Brocken, Harz Mountains, showing strata. From Simeon Shaw Nature Displayed, London, 1823

Cross-section of Headen Hill, near Allum Bay, Isle of Wight, England, showing geological strata. From Simeon Shaw Nature Displayed, London 1823

Clove - Eugenia aromatica: Native to Moluccas or Spice Islands, Indonesia. Dutch controlled trade during 1600s. In 1700s French smuggled out plants and broke monopoly. Hand-coloured engraving 1823

Cotton - Gossypium: different varieties formed basis of cotton production in widespread parts of the world, including India, China, Egypt, America. Hand-coloured engraving 1823

Tobacco: Nicotiana tabacum. Hand-coloured engraving 1823

Tea: Camellia sinensis. Sprig of tea bush. Hand-coloured engraving 1823

Merchant and his clerk at the dockside checking goods at warehouse. From The Book of English Trades London 1823. Hand-coloured woodcut

Underground scene in coal mine in the Newcastle-upon-Tyne area of England: Miners hewing coal and carrying it away in corves (baskets). From Rev. Isaac Taylor Scenes of British Wealth London 1823

Alexandre Cabanel (1823 - 1889) French painter. The Birth of Venus (1863), oil on canvas, Musee d Orsay, Paris

George Birkbeck (1776-1841) English Quaker physician, philanthropist and pioneer of adult education, born at Settle, Yorkshire, who settled in London in 1804

Wilhelm Carl Grimm (1786-1859) left, and Jacob Ludwig Carl Grimm (1786-1859) right, German philologists and folklorists. The English speaking world knows them best for their fairy tales Kinder- und

John Baldwin Buckstone (1802-1879) English comic actor and playwright born at Hoxton, London. Made his first London appearance on 30 January 1823 at the Surrey Theatre in Fortunes of Nigel based

Thomas Wakley (1795-1862) English medical and social reformer and friend of William Cobbett. Founded the medical journal The Lancet in 1823. Exposed adulteration of foodstuffs (1851-1860)

A. j. Garnerin
A.j. Garnerin, Aeronaut By Jules Porreau, 1853

FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR: Pierre Philippe Marie Aristide Denfert-Rochereau, (born Saint-Maixent-l Ecole)
FRANCO-PRUSSIAN WAR: Pierre Philippe Marie Aristide Denfert-Rochereau, (born Saint-Maixent-l Ecole 11 January 1823; died Versailles 11 May 1878), was a French serviceman and politician

Franco-Prussian War: General Chanzy, Antoine Eugafaa
Franco-Prussian War: General Chanzy, Antoine Eugafa

The Council Held by the Rats, by Gustave Dorafaa
The Council Held by the Rats, by Gustave Dorafa

Chart from London Bills of Mortality
Chart compiled from London Bills of Mortality for 1796 - 1800, showing the number of deaths from various causes and the number of deaths at different ages

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In the year 1823, a myriad of fascinating events and creations unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on history. Scientific discoveries took center stage as astronomers delved into the intricate epicycles of Mercury and Venus, unraveling celestial mysteries that had long perplexed humanity. Meanwhile, horticulturists marveled at the Nerine's six captivating varieties and the Protea's seven enchanting species, showcasing nature's boundless creativity. Amidst this scientific fervor, medical pioneer Edward Jenner made groundbreaking strides in immunization alongside his contemporary Thiriat. Their tireless efforts paved the way for future advancements in healthcare that would save countless lives. Artistic brilliance also flourished during this era. The Great He-Goat emerged from Francisco de Goya's brush strokes between 1820 to 1823, depicting a hauntingly powerful symbol of human folly and vice. Goya further captivated audiences with his poignant masterpiece "The Drowning Dog, " evoking raw emotions through his masterful use of color and composition. Notable figures graced society during this time as well. John Passmore Edwards became immortalized in Vanity Fair by Spy’s skilled hand; his philanthropic endeavors left an enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations today. Sir Francis Ronalds pushed boundaries with pioneering electrical experiments while Jean Henri Fabre unraveled nature's secrets through meticulous observations. Across continents, Abraham-Louis Breguet revolutionized horology with his innovative timepieces that blended elegance and precision seamlessly. In America's Cape Hatteras National Seashore stood Ocracoke Lighthouse—a beacon guiding sailors safely home amidst treacherous waters since its construction in 1823. As we reflect upon these remarkable achievements from two centuries ago, it becomes evident how each discovery or creation has shaped our present reality—reminding us of humanity's ceaseless pursuit of knowledge and beauty across various realms: science, art, medicine, philanthropy, and beyond.