Jean Le Rond D Alembert Collection

Le Dejeuner de Voltaire aFerney or Le Souper des Philosophes, c. 1773-75. Creator: Unknown
Le Dejeuner de Voltaire a Ferney or Le Souper des Philosophes, c.1773-75

Jean le Rond d Alembert, French mathematician, physicist and philosopher (chromolitho)
1094397 Jean le Rond d Alembert, French mathematician, physicist and philosopher (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean le Rond d Alembert (1717-1783)

Ancient Alphabets, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d
LSE702652 Ancient Alphabets, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d Alembert (litho) by French School, (18th century); Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Ancient Oriental Alphabets, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d
LSE702651 Ancient Oriental Alphabets, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d Alembert (litho) by French School, (18th century); Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

Marking the edge of coins with a parallel-bar edge-marking machine
1220236 Marking the edge of coins with a parallel-bar edge-marking machine, from the Encyclopedie by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d Alembert, 1771 (engraving) by French School

Alphabet Chart, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d
LSE702650 Alphabet Chart, from the L Encyclopedie by Diderot and d Alembert (litho) by French School, (18th century); Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

A screw press in operation, from the Encyclopedie by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d
1220240 A screw press in operation, from the Encyclopedie by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d Alembert, 1771 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); The Royal Mint Museum, Llantrisant

Jean le Rond d Alembert
LLM459495 Jean le Rond d Alembert by Planella Coromina, Josep or Jose (1804-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean le Rond d Alembert)

Jean le Rond D Alembert (engraving)
666604 Jean le Rond D Alembert (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean le Rond D Alembert)

D Alembert being received in Berlin by Frederick II
LLM459496 D Alembert being received in Berlin by Frederick II by Serra, J. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: D Alembert being received in Berlin by Frederick II)

Horses driving a rolling mill, from the Encyclopedie by Denis Diderot
1220237 Horses driving a rolling mill, from the Encyclopedie by Denis Diderot and Jean le Rond d Alembert, 1771 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); The Royal Mint Museum, Llantrisant

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Jean le Rond d'Alembert, a brilliant French mathematician, physicist, and philosopher, left an indelible mark on the world of knowledge. His contributions spanned various fields, from science to literature and beyond. One notable event in his life was captured in the painting "Le Dejeuner de Voltaire a Ferney" or "Le Souper des Philosophes. " This masterpiece depicts a gathering of intellectuals including d'Alembert himself alongside the renowned Voltaire. It serves as a testament to his influential role within intellectual circles during that time. D'Alembert's passion for learning is evident in another artwork showcasing him engrossed in study. A chromolitho portrait portrays him deeply immersed in ancient alphabets from Diderot and d'Encyclopedie. This image reflects his dedication to unraveling the mysteries of language and history. His thirst for knowledge extended beyond languages; he also explored scientific advancements. An engraving captures him examining an alphabet chart from Diderot's Encyclopedie while simultaneously overseeing the operation of a parallel-bar edge-marking machine used for marking coin edges with precision. In addition to his academic pursuits, d'Alembert had political connections too. Another engraving shows him being received by Frederick II in Berlin—an acknowledgment of his esteemed status among European intellectuals. Furthermore, he delved into mechanical engineering as depicted by horses driving a rolling mill—a symbol of progress and innovation—in yet another illustration from Diderot's Encyclopedie. Jean le Rond d'Alembert's legacy endures through these captivating visuals that capture different facets of his multifaceted persona: scholar, thinker, scientist, philosopher—truly one of history's great minds whose influence continues to shape our understanding today.