Magnetism Collection

Mass spectrometer, 1954
Mass spectrometer. Researchers adjusting the controls of a mass spectrometer. This is an all-metal demountable mass spectrometer

Magnetic repulsion. The iron filings sprinkled between these two bar magnets reveal the shape of the repulsive magnetic field between them

Dr William Gilbert (1544-1603) showing his Experiment on Electricity to Queen Elizabeth I
BAL99459 Dr William Gilbert (1544-1603) showing his Experiment on Electricity to Queen Elizabeth I and her Court, 19th century (oil on canvas) (see detail 99460) by Hunt

Historic
MAXWELL, James Clerk (Edinburgh, 1831-Cambridege, 1879). Scottish physicist. Noted for his work on magnetism and electricity

Nikola Tesla, Serb-US physicist
Nikola Tesla (1856-1943), Serb-US physicist and electrical engineer. Tesla was educated at Graz and Prague, but in 1884 he emigrated to the USA

Development of Mesmeric Science, 1883. Artist: George du Maurier
Development of Mesmeric Science, 1883. The fatal Mesmeric Duel in the Bois de Boulogne, between the Chevalier Lenoir, of Paris, and Professor Schwartz, of Berlin

China. Han Dynasty (206 aC-220 BC). Invention

Aurora borealis, Druridge Bay, UK
Aurora borealis, Druridge Bay. Rare view of northern lights over Druridge Bay in Northumberland, UK. The aurora borealis is a coloured light display (the northern lights)

Faraday on magnetism and gravity, 1849
Faraday on magnetism and gravity. Page from the notebooks of British physicist Michael Faraday (1791-1867), showing notes and a diagram of an apparatus for investigating magnetism and gravity

Physician and physicist, William Gilbert, demonstrating magnetism to Queen Elizabeth I (litho)
6015019 Physician and physicist, William Gilbert, demonstrating magnetism to Queen Elizabeth I (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Physician and physicist)

Mesmers tub at his consulting room in parish which opened soon after his treatise Memoire sur la decouverte de magnetism animal in 1779

Magnetic field, artwork C016 / 9855
Magnetic field. Computer artwork showing the magnetic field lines around a bar magnet. A magnetic field always runs from the north pole to the south pole

Magnetism. Iron shavings attracted to two ends of a horseshoe magnet. The filings are attracted to the magnet by the force of its magnetic field

Mr Bernacchi at work
Mr Bernacchi, a member of the British 1901-4 polar expedition, at work with an electrometer

Electricity Oersted
The Danish scientist Christian Oersted observes the link between electricty and magnetism, enabling him to develop electro-magnetism leading to modern machines

Model of cyclotron, particle accelerator, invented by Ernest Orlando Lawrence (1901-1958)
AIS5378122 Model of cyclotron, particle accelerator, invented by Ernest Orlando Lawrence (1901-1958) and Milton Stanley Livingston (1905-1986) in 1931 (metal object); Science Museum, London

A new and correct sea chart of the whole world showing the variations of the compass as they were found in the year
7340787 A new and correct sea chart of the whole world showing the variations of the compass as they were found in the year 1700, 1702 (engraving) by British School

Reconstruction of Oersted's experiment of 1819
5311725 Reconstruction of Oersted's experiment of 1819; (add.info.: Reconstruction of Oersted's experiment of 1819)

Model of electromagnetic motor invented by Charles Wheatstone. 1840s (object)
UIG5430153 Model of electromagnetic motor invented by Charles Wheatstone. 1840s (object); Dorling Kindersley/UIG.

Advertisement for Ashton Bennett Magnetic Corset Belts, 1923 (litho)
8641318 Advertisement for Ashton Bennett Magnetic Corset Belts, 1923 (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advertisement for Ashton Bennett Magnetic Corset Belts)

James Clerk Maxwell's great experiment, 19th Century (litho)
8673170 James Clerk Maxwell's great experiment, 19th Century (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: James Clerk Maxwell's great experiment)

Magnetic force (litho)
8673166 Magnetic force (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magnetic force. The steel breast plates)

Ideal Magnetic Field for Bar Magnet (litho)
8668947 Ideal Magnetic Field for Bar Magnet (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ideal Magnetic Field for Bar Magnet)

English actress Rose Marie Cizos or Rose Cheri in Irene ou Le Magnetisme by Eugene Scribe and Lockroy
FLO4632361 English actress Rose Marie Cizos or Rose Cheri in Irene ou Le Magnetisme by Eugene Scribe and Lockroy, Theatre du Gymnasium Dramatique, 1847

Diagrams of magnets, magnetic fields, magnetism experiments, etc. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham
FLO4591718 Diagrams of magnets, magnetic fields, magnetism experiments, etc. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Diagrams of magnets, magnetic fields, iron filings, etc. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees'
FLO4591585 Diagrams of magnets, magnetic fields, iron filings, etc. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature

Plans and views of magnetic compasse, including one nautical compasset set on a gyroscope
FLO4591530 Plans and views of magnetic compasse, including one nautical compasset set on a gyroscope. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by John Farey from Abraham Rees'

Woman on a horse with whip and silver spurs, delivering a lecture on magnetism with a magnet and iron dish
FLO4671747 Woman on a horse with whip and silver spurs, delivering a lecture on magnetism with a magnet and iron dish, accompanied by a drummer. Entertainers near Orleans cathedral, circa 1815

" Seance de Baquet de Mesmer dans un salon de la nobility francaise au 18th century" Demonstration by
ELD4960900 " Seance de Baquet de Mesmer dans un salon de la nobility francaise au 18th century" Demonstration by Frederic Antoine Mesmer (Franz Anton Mesmer, 1733-1815), German doctor

Young James Clerk Maxwell as a new boy at the Edinburgh Academy (litho)
8673171 Young James Clerk Maxwell as a new boy at the Edinburgh Academy (litho) by Paget, Walter (1863-1935); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scottish physicist James Clerk Maxwell (1831-1879)

Magnetic Field of Horseshoe Magnet (litho)
8668952 Magnetic Field of Horseshoe Magnet (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magnetic Field of Horseshoe Magnet)

The office of Pierre Curie
5304785 The office of Pierre Curie.; (add.info.: Photograph of the office of Pierre Curie (1859-1906) a French physicist, a pioneer in crystallography, magnetism, piezoelectricity and radioactivity

A woodcut engraving depicting perpetual motion by magnetism. A is a spherical magnet with its poles on either side
5311359 A woodcut engraving depicting perpetual motion by magnetism. A is a spherical magnet with its poles on either side. A piece of iron lies at D and is attracted up the slide C B to E

Electric telegraph with two magnetic needles by William Cooke (1806-1879) and Charles Wheatstone (1802-1875) of 1842
JAB4121534 Electric telegraph with two magnetic needles by William Cooke (1806-1879) and Charles Wheatstone (1802-1875) of 1842

Signalling apparatus for Joseph Henry's telegraph, the first electromagnetic telegraph, 1832
NWI4954329 Signalling apparatus for Joseph Henry's telegraph, the first electromagnetic telegraph, 1832. Colour engraving of the 19th century.; (add.info)

Plans and views of a magnetic variation compassed, early 19th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry
FLO4591566 Plans and views of a magnetic variation compassed, early 19th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Plans and views of a variety of magnetic compasse. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees'
FLO4591536 Plans and views of a variety of magnetic compasse. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature

Pierre Curie
5304802 Pierre Curie.; (add.info.: Photograph of Pierre Curie (1859-1906) a French physicist, a pioneer in crystallography, magnetism, piezoelectricity and radioactivity

English actor Julien Deschamps as the Chevalier de Montaran in Irene or Le Magnetisme by Eugene Scribe and Lockroy
FLO4632366 English actor Julien Deschamps as the Chevalier de Montaran in Irene or Le Magnetisme by Eugene Scribe and Lockroy, Theatre du Gymnasium Dramatique, 1847

Magnetic Field of Bar Magnet (litho)
8669600 Magnetic Field of Bar Magnet (litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Magnetic Field of Bar Magnet)

Maximilian Hell and his magnet therapy (the alleged healing power of magnets. 19th century (engraving)
ELD4960914 Maximilian Hell and his magnet therapy (the alleged healing power of magnets. 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hypnosis or hypnotic sleep caused by the magnetic passes of Richet magnetiseur, magnetism with hands
ELD4960663 Hypnosis or hypnotic sleep caused by the magnetic passes of Richet magnetiseur, magnetism with hands. 19th century (engraving); Private Collection; Photo © The Holbarn Archive.

Science. Energy. Sorting of the ore by electromagnets. Imagery from a series on the Wonder of Electricity, France
2638737 Science. Energy. Sorting of the ore by electromagnets. Imagery from a series on the Wonder of Electricity, France, c.1910.; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sciences. Coll)

Dipping needle compassed made by Edward Nairne for the Board of Longitude based on plans for the Reverend John
FLO4591577 Dipping needle compassed made by Edward Nairne for the Board of Longitude based on plans for the Reverend John Mitchell, Rector of Thornhill, 1772

William Gilberd, MD, demonstrating his Experiments to Elizabeth (litho)
8661097 William Gilberd, MD, demonstrating his Experiments to Elizabeth (litho) by Hunt, Arthur Ackland (fl.1863-1913); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Gilberd, MD)

Human invention anticipated: Electricity and magnetism (engraving)
8657893 Human invention anticipated: Electricity and magnetism (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Electricity and magnetism)

A new and correct sea chart of the whole world showing the variations of the compass as they were found in the year
7340788 A new and correct sea chart of the whole world showing the variations of the compass as they were found in the year M.D.CC, 1700-02 (engraving) by British School

Queen Marie Antoinette and members of the Royal Court at a bucket session (Mesmer's bucket)
ELD4840237 Queen Marie Antoinette and members of the Royal Court at a bucket session (Mesmer's bucket) The Queen is fainted - (Demonstration by Frederic Antoine Mesmer (Franz Anton Mesmer)

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"Magnetism: Unveiling the Historic Journey of a Powerful Force" Step back in time to witness Dr William Gilbert (1544-1603) showcasing his groundbreaking Experiment on Electricity to none other than Queen Elizabeth I. This momentous event marked the beginning of our understanding of magnetism. Fast forward to 1954, where the invention of the mass spectrometer revolutionized scientific research by allowing us to study magnetic properties with unparalleled precision. One cannot discuss magnetism without mentioning magnetic repulsion, a phenomenon that has puzzled and fascinated scientists for centuries. Its discovery opened doors to endless possibilities and sparked countless innovations. Enter Nikola Tesla, the brilliant Serb-US physicist who harnessed magnetism's potential like no one else before him. His contributions laid the foundation for modern electrical power systems and propelled humanity into a new era. In 1883, mesmerizing artwork by George du Maurier depicted the development of Mesmeric Science, which explored the intricate relationship between magnetism and human consciousness. It captivated minds worldwide and ignited further exploration into this enigmatic force. Travel back even further to 1849 when Michael Faraday delved deep into studying both magnetism and gravity. His groundbreaking experiments paved the way for our current understanding of these fundamental forces that shape our universe. But let us not forget ancient China during Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD), where inventors first discovered magnets' extraordinary properties. Their ingenuity set in motion a chain reaction leading us towards unraveling nature's secrets. Returning once more to Dr William Gilbert captivating Queen Elizabeth I with his demonstrations; it was through his litho artwork that we can still visualize this historic encounter today—a testament to how far we've come since then. The concept of magnetic fields comes alive in stunning artwork C016/9855, showcasing their invisible yet powerful presence shaping everything around us—an awe-inspiring reminder of nature's hidden wonders waiting to be explored.