Copperplate Collection

Nova totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac hydrographica tabula, by Henricus Hondius, Amsterdam
Cartography, 17th century. Nova totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac hydrographica tabula, by Henricus Hondius, Amsterdam, 1630. Illustrated copperplate, 38 x 54 cm

Inns of Court 17th century copperplate armorials
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

With the sun at the center; Copernicus appears at lower right and Ptolemy at lower left
COPERNICAN UNIVERSE, 1660. With the sun at the center; Copernicus appears at lower right and Ptolemy at lower left. Copperplate engraving from Andreas Cellarius Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia

Ezekiels vision of chariot in sky and a hand in the clouds holding out a book to him, c.614 BC. Bible: Ezekiel II:9. One modern explanation is that Ezekiel, on of the four great Hebrew prophets

Snowdrop, Galanthus nivalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James
FLO4697248 Snowdrop, Galanthus nivalis. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by James Sowerby from James Smith's English Botany, London, 1791

Armorial City of London 19th century
These are the arms of the City of London from a copper engraving dated 1806. Text on this engraving reads: (Motto) DOMINE DIRIGE NOS (God guide us; O Lord direct us) London

Copperplate 17th century arms for Inns of Court
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Ellison and Watson
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

New and Accurate Map of Ancient and Modern Rome by Jean van Ram, copperplate, printed in Amsterdam circa 1691-1693
Cartography. Italy, 17th century. New and accurate map of Ancient and Modern Rome by Jean van Ram, Amsterdam 1691-1693 ca. Copperplate 50 x 59 cm

Hamiltons spindletree, Euonymus hamiltonianus
6338231 Hamiltons spindletree, Euonymus hamiltonianus by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Hamiltons spindletree and Himalayan spindle Euonymus hamiltonianus Euonymus atropurpureus)

Lime tree or linden tree, Tilia alba
6337736 Lime tree or linden tree, Tilia alba by Stanghi (19th century); (add.info.: Lime tree or linden tree, Tilia alba. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Jussieus Dizionario delle)

Coat of arms 17th century Clegge and Wall
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Elwes and Choke
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

White flowers and green tea leaves, Thea bohea, Camellia sinensis
5856743 White flowers and green tea leaves, Thea bohea, Camellia sinensis by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: White flowers and green tea leaves, Thea bohea, Camellia sinensis)

East India Merchants achievement copperplate 17th century
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms 17th century Morgan and Tomkins
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Extinct fossil Nautilus triangularis 1, bellybutton nautilus, Nautilus macromphalus 2, Nautilus bisiphites 3, massive Orbulites shell 4

Common Porcupine from General zoology, or, Systematic natural history Vol 2 Mammalia, by Shaw, George, 1751-1813; Stephens, James Francis, 1792-1853; Heath, Charles, 1785-1848, engraver; Griffith

Dodo, Raphus cucullatus, extinct flightless bird (formerly Didus ineptus). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by an unknown artist from William Smellie's Natural History, Thomas Kelly, London

Ripe fruit, segment, stone, of the Madeleine peach, Amydalus persica. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration from G. T

Pink German centifolia rose, Rosa centifolia germanica, and white unique rose, Rosa unica. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from an illustration drawn from nature by Stark from Bertuch's

Varieties of strawberries with flowers and ripe and unripe fruits depicted... Fragaria sp... Handcolored copperplate engraving from G. T

Banana fruit growing upright on the branch... Musa sapientum.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from G. T. Wilhelm's "Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte"

Globe artichoke in full bloom, Cynara cardunculus. Handcolored copperplate engraving of a botanical illustration from G. T

Elk from General zoology, or, Systematic natural history Vol II Part 2 Mammalia, by Shaw, George, 1751-1813; Stephens, James Francis, 1792-1853; Heath, Charles, 1785-1848, engraver; Griffith, Mrs

Bitter orange or Seville orange.. Citrus aurantium.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from G. T. Wilhelm's "Unterhaltungen aus der Naturgeschichte" (Encyclopedia of Natural History)

Pale narcissus or primrose peerless, Narcissus biflorus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from a drawing by James Sowerby for Smith's "English Botany, " London, 1795

Coloured Copperplate engraving of a Flowering Magnolia tree from hortus nitidissimus by Christoph Jakob Trew (Nuremberg 1750-1792)

Plate from The Gleanings of Natural History by George Edwards Plate 350 hand coloured copperplate etching from George Edwards The Gleanings of Natural History Vol 3 1764 Annotated Black

A Natural History of ENGLISH INSECTS. Illustrated with A Hundred COPPER PLATES, Curiously engraved from the life and exactly coloured by the AUTHOR, ELEAZAR ALBIN, Painter

The crimson rosella (Platycercus elegans) is a parrot native to eastern and south eastern Australia which has been introduced to New Zealand and Norfolk Island

Conus Aulicus, Chain-spotted Brunette Cone Coloured Plate from The Naturalist's repository, or, Monthly miscellany of exotic natural history by Donovan, E

sulphur-breasted parakeet (Aratinga maculata), or sulphur-breasted conure [Here as Psittacus maculatus Spotted-Breasted Parrakeet ] Coloured Plate from The Naturalist's repository, or

Black-throated blue warblers, illustration Illustration of male and female black-throated blue warblers (Setophaga caerulescens, here as Sylvia caerulescens)

Cuban bullfinch, illustration Illustration of a Cuban bullfinch (Pyrrhulagra nigra). From the book Histoire physique, politique et naturelle de l'ile de Cuba (Physical)

Coat of arms 17th century Conyers and Hatton
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

King Kingston and Scudamore coat of arms copperplate 17th century
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms 17th century Hewitt and Bourne
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Clarke and Willis
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Fountayne and Meller
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms 17th century Torriano and Lethieullier
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms 17th century Fenwick and Alleyn
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blome s

Coat of arms copperplate 17th century Castle and Leighton
This engraving is from a copperplate dated 1673, and shows part of a roll of arms. It features the coats of arms of people who contributed towards the completion of the work a starting with King

Coat of arms 17th century Ridgeway and Chaffin
This image is from a copperlate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Coat of arms 17th century Venables and Beheathland
This image is from a copperplate engraving, and shows part of a roll of arms from Richard Blomes Britannia, an atlas published in 1673

Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) (copperplate engraving)
533637 Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) (copperplate engraving) by Villamena, Francesco (1566-1624); (add.info.: Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) Italian astronomer and mathematician

Helmet found at Bosworth Field, and flexible cuirass of metal laminae on leather said to have belonged to King Henry
5324058 Helmet found at Bosworth Field, and flexible cuirass of metal laminae on leather said to have belonged to King Henry VIII, illustration from Military Antiquities

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"Copperplate: A Glimpse into the Magnificent 17th Century" Step back in time to the enchanting world of the 17th century, where copperplate engravings adorned prestigious institutions and captured the essence of a bygone era. In this captivating collection, we delve into various aspects that defined this remarkable period. The Inns of Court, renowned centers of legal education and practice, proudly displayed their armorials on copperplates. These intricate designs showcased their rich heritage and noble lineage. Imagine walking through those hallowed halls as you admire these exquisite engravings. One such masterpiece is Andreas Cellarius' Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica. Its copperplate engraving depicts Copernicus at lower right and Ptolemy at lower left, with the sun reigning supreme at its center. This celestial artwork from 1660 Amsterdam transports us to a time when astronomers challenged conventional wisdom. Henricus Hondius' Nova totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac hydrographica tabula takes us on an exploration across continents through his illustrated copperplate from 1630 Amsterdam. With meticulous detail, he presents a cartographic marvel that captures both land and sea in stunning clarity. Ezekiel's vision comes alive through another mesmerizing copperplate engraving—a chariot soaring amidst clouds while a hand extends from above holding out a book to him. This ethereal depiction hints at divine intervention and leaves us pondering its profound meaning. Nature's beauty finds its place within these delicate etchings too—white flowers dancing alongside green tea leaves (Thea bohea) or perhaps finding solace under the shade of a majestic lime tree (Tilia alba). Such depictions remind us of our connection to the natural world even during times steeped in grandeur. As we journey further into history, we encounter coat-of-arms engravings that symbolize the pride and heritage of prominent families.