Royal Observatory Collection

Time Ball at the Royal Observatory office in the Strand, London used for ships to set their chronometers. 1852
5310721 Time Ball at the Royal Observatory office in the Strand, London used for ships to set their chronometers. 1852; (add.info.: Date: 1852); Universal History Archive/UIG.

An engraving depicting an electric time-ball fitted on the Royal Observatory at Edinburgh, 19th century
5311160 An engraving depicting an electric time-ball fitted on the Royal Observatory at Edinburgh, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1853); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Transit Instruments at the Cape Observatory, 1857. Creator: Hare
Transit Instruments at the Cape Observatory, [South Africa], 1857. The Transit Instrument...was constructed from the designs of the Astronomer Royal

The Royal Observatory, Cape Town, 1857. Creator: Hare
The Royal Observatory, Cape Town, [South Africa], 1857....however numerous observations may be in the northern hemisphere

United Kingdom, England, London, Greenwich. View of Greenwich Park, the Royal Observatory (on the hill) the Queens House by Inigo Jones and Christopher Wrens Royal Naval College

England, London, Greenwhich, Royal Greenwhich Park, Royal Observatory

England, London, Greenwich, Royal Observatory, Flamsteed House

UK, Scotland, Lothian, Edinburgh, Blackford Hill, View of the Royal Observatory

The Royal Observatory or Flamsteed House, Greenwich Park, 1823 (engraving)
5912737 The Royal Observatory or Flamsteed House, Greenwich Park, 1823 (engraving) by British School, (19th century); (add.info.: The Royal Observatory or Flamsteed House, Greenwich Park)

The Time Ball, Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving)
1625209 The Time Ball, Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Time Ball, Royal Observatory, Greenwich)

Sketches at the Royal Observatory, Cape Town (engraving)
1047576 Sketches at the Royal Observatory, Cape Town (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches at the Royal Observatory, Cape Town)

Perspective View of the Altitude and Azimuth Instrument, recently erected at the Royal Observatory
1096145 Perspective View of the Altitude and Azimuth Instrument, recently erected at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by English School

The Royal Observatory, Cape Town (engraving)
1610377 The Royal Observatory, Cape Town (engraving) by Angas, George French (1822-86) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Observatory, Cape Town)

New Royal Observatory at Edinburgh (engraving)
1605265 New Royal Observatory at Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Royal Observatory at Edinburgh)

Dr Livingstons Astronomical Observations, Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope (engraving)
1587410 Dr Livingstons Astronomical Observations, Royal Observatory, Cape of Good Hope (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh (engraving)
1611228 Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Index Plan of the General View of Edinburgh)

Telescopic View of the Eclipse of the Moon, drawn at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving)
1100909 Telescopic View of the Eclipse of the Moon, drawn at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by English School

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich; Measuring the sunshine (engraving)
609315 The Royal Observatory, Greenwich; Measuring the sunshine (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park)

The Royal Observatory (b / w photo)
3628466 The Royal Observatory (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Observatory)

Royal Observatory, Greenwich, London (engraving)
609309 Royal Observatory, Greenwich, London (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Observatory, Greenwich)

The Paris Universal Exhibition, Model of the Transit Circle in the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving)
1608357 The Paris Universal Exhibition, Model of the Transit Circle in the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by English School

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving)
3654496 The Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Observatory, Greenwich)

Royal Observatory, Madras, India (b / w photo)
3091706 Royal Observatory, Madras, India (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Royal Observatory, Madras, India)

Measuring the wind; A sketch at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving)
609316 Measuring the wind; A sketch at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info)

The cities of London and Westminster (engraving)
608936 The cities of London and Westminster (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The cities of London and Westminster)

The Great Equatorial of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving)
1619724 The Great Equatorial of the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Equatorial of the Royal Observatory)

The New Comet (engraving)
1624996 The New Comet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Comet. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 27 July 1844)

Measuring the Wind, a Sketch at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving)
1613868 Measuring the Wind, a Sketch at the Royal Observatory, Greenwich (engraving) by Murray, William Bazett (fl.1871-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Measuring the Wind)

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, Kent (engraving)
3649032 The Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, Kent (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, Kent)

Easter Monday Volunteer Manoeuvres at Capetown, South Africa (engraving)
1055574 Easter Monday Volunteer Manoeuvres at Capetown, South Africa (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Easter Monday Volunteer Manoeuvres at Capetown)

The Time Ball, Royal Observatory, Greenwich, Fig. 7, 1844. Creator: Unknown
The Time Ball, Royal Observatory, Greenwich, Fig. 7, 1844. The hour of one o clock is announced by the descent of a large black ball, from the summit of a pole

Queens House, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich. London, SE10, England. Creator
Queens House, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich. View of the distant hillside Royal Observatory from the arcade that connects the National Maritime Museum and the Queens House, Greenwich, London

High on a little hill in Greenwich Park -for even little hills are counted high
High on a little hill in Greenwich Park - for even little hills are counted high in London - stands the observatory from which most of the worlds nations normally calculate their meridians, c1935

The Great Equatorial Telescope in the Dome, Greenwich Observatory, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
The Great Equatorial Telescope in the Dome, Greenwich Observatory, (c1878). The 28-inch Greenwich refracting telescope at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, south London

Entrance to Greenwich Observatory, in 1840, (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Entrance to Greenwich Observatory, in 1840, (c1878). The Royal Observatory at Greenwich in south London is best known for the fact that the prime meridian passes through it

Flamsteed House (From Hollars Long View), (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Flamsteed House (From Hollars Long View), (c1878). The Royal Observatory at Greenwich (now part of south London). The building, completed in 1676, was known as Flamsteed House after John Flamsteed

Greenwich Observatory, c1896. Artist: Poulton & Co
Greenwich Observatory, c1896. From Pictorial England and Wales. [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1896]

Royal Observatory, Greenwich, London, c1830. Artist: J McGahey
Royal Observatory, Greenwich, London, c1830. View of the Royal Greenwich Observatory and Flamsteed House from the bottom of the hill in Greenwich Park

Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London, c1850. View of Greenwich Park and the Royal Greenwich Observatory from Park Row, with figures in the foreground

Greenwich Hospital, London, 1734. Artist: William Henry Toms
Greenwich Hospital, London, 1734. View of Greenwich Hospital, with a barge on the River Thames in the foreground and Greenwich Park in the distance

Greenwich and the Isle of Dogs from the Royal Observatory, London, 1970. A panoramic view showing a misty sky and in the foreground, Greenwich Hospital surrounded by parkland

Greenwich Park, Greenwich, London, 1844. Artist: Thomas Abiel Prior
View of London from the hill in Greenwich Park, 1844; with the Royal Greenwich Observatory on the left and Greenwich Hospital below on the right

View of Greenwich from the hill in Greenwich Park, London, c1750. Artist:s Torres
View of Greenwich from the hill in Greenwich Park, London, c1750. With figures by the Royal Greenwich Observatory on the left; includes a description below in English and French

View from Greenwich Park, London, 1723. Artist: Sutton Nicholls
View from Greenwich Park, London, 1723. View of Greenwich, Deptford and the City of London, taken from Flamstead Hill in Greenwich Park, showing the Royal Greenwich Observatory to the left

View from Greenwich Park, London, c1774. Artist: I Wood
View of London from One-Tree Hill in Greenwich Park, c1774; showing the Royal Observatory to the left and Greenwich Hospital at the bottom of the hill

Greenwich Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, London. The observatory was built by Christopher Wren (1632-1723) on the orders of Charles II with the aim of providing accurate navigation tables

Hurstmonceux Castle, 1903. Artist: Graphotone Co
Hurstmonceux Castle, 1903. Herstmonceux Castle is a brick-built castle near Herstmonceux, East Sussex, England. From 1957 to 1988 its grounds were the home of the Royal Observatory

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich, London. Flamsteed House, the Royal Greenwich Observatory, was built by Christopher Wren (1632-1723)

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"Discover the Majesty of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, United Kingdom" Step into a world of astronomical wonders at the renowned Royal Observatory located in Greenwich, England. Nestled within the picturesque Greenwich Park, this iconic landmark offers visitors a captivating journey through time and space. As you explore this historic site, be prepared to be awestruck by its rich heritage. The Flamsteed House, an integral part of the observatory since its inception in 1675, stands as a testament to scientific excellence. Marvel at its elegant architecture and imagine yourself walking in the footsteps of legendary astronomers. From atop Blackford Hill in Edinburgh, Scotland, catch a breathtaking view of the Royal Observatory that will leave you spellbound. Witnessing this celestial marvel against nature's backdrop is an experience like no other. Transport yourself back to 1823 with an enchanting engraving capturing Flamsteed House nestled amidst lush greenery within Greenwich Park. Feel a sense of wonder as you envision strolling through these hallowed grounds centuries ago. Gaze upon The Time Ball - an iconic feature of the observatory that has guided sailors for generations - depicted beautifully in another exquisite engraving. Let your imagination soar as you picture ships setting sail under its watchful eye. Travel across continents with sketches from Cape Town's very own Royal Observatory and witness Dr Livingston's Astronomical Observations etched forever on paper. These engravings offer glimpses into distant lands where science transcends borders. Delve deeper into astronomical instruments with a perspective view showcasing Altitude and Azimuth Instrument recently erected at our beloved observatory in Greenwich. Be fascinated by cutting-edge technology employed here to unravel mysteries hidden among stars. Lastly, embark on an artistic journey exploring New Royal Observatory at Edinburgh through yet another mesmerizing engraving. Admire how architectural brilliance merges seamlessly with natural beauty creating an awe-inspiring sight for all who visit.