Royal Society Collection (page 8)

William Bowyer Younger (1699 - 1777)
William Bowyer the Younger (1699 - 1777) known as The Learned Printer, prominent English printer and author. Printer to the House of Commons (1729), the Society of Antiquaries (1726)

Henri Victor Regnault French physicist and chemist (1810-78). He worked with Liebig and succeeded Gay-Lussac as professor of chemistry at the Ecole Polytechnique in Paris

Jerome de Lalande, French astronomer
Jerome de Lalande (1732-1807), French astronomer. Joseph Jerome Le Francois de Lalande trained as a lawyer, but also took a keen interest in astronomy

Marine fossils, 18th century C015 / 6064
Marine fossils, 18th-century artwork. An ammonite is at lower right. Ammonites were marine invertebrate molluscs with a spiral shell

Bird specimens, 18th century C015 / 6066
Bird specimens, 18th-century artwork. The hooded crow (Corvus cornix, upper left, also sea-crow ), is found on the Isle of Man

Natural history specimens, 18th century C015 / 6065
Natural history specimens, 18th-century artwork. From top are prehistoric items: a log canoe found in Lancashire, a stone tool, and a copper tool

Hailstones, 18th century C015 / 6063
Hailstones. 18th-century artwork of a flash of lightning and large hailstones killing hares and birds. Artwork from The Natural History of Lancashire, Cheshire

Lord Kelvin, British physicist C013 / 7704
Lord Kelvin (1824-1907). 19th Century artwork by Leslie Ward ( Spy ) of the British physicist and mathematician William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin

Insect Collection of Sir Joseph Banks (1743 - 1820)
A collection of more than 4, 000 insects, including butterflies, flies, bugs and moths

Visiting scientific party from the Royal Society on H. M.s Ch
Photographed at Sheerness at the start of the Voyage of H.M.S Challenger (1872-1876), a voyage of scientific discovery funded by the British Government

FRANKLIN: COPLEY MEDAL. The Royal Society Copley Medal awarded to Benjamin Franklin for his experiments in electricity, 1753. Line engraving

EADWEARD MUYBRIDGE (1830-1904). American (English-born) photographer and motion-picture pioneer. Muybridge showing his study of a horse in motion at the Royal Scoiety in London

SAMUEL CLEGG (1781-1861). English engineer and inventor. Fearing an explosion, Sir Joseph Banks and other members of the Royal Society of London flee in terror as Samuel Clegg holds a lit candle

LONDON: ROYAL SOCIETY. Meeting place, from 1710 to 1782, of the Royal Society for the promotion of the mathematical and physical sciences, at Crane-Court, Fleet Street, London, England

LONDON: ROYAL SOCIETY. Meeting room of the Royal Society for the promotion of the mathematical and physical sciences, Burlington House, London, England. Wood engraving, English, 1863

ROYAL SOCIETY, 1667. The frontispiece of Thomas Sprats History of the Royal Society, 1667, with Lord Brouncker, the societys first president, seated to the left of the bust of King Charles II

Christopher Wren, English architect
Sir Christopher Wren (1632-1723), English architect and astronomer. He is best known for having designed St. Pauls Cathedral and other churches in London after the fire of 1666

Alexander Williamson, British chemist
Alexander William Williamson (1824-1904), British organic chemist. Williamson is famous for his work on the synthesis of ethers

Sir William Petty, English physician
Sir William Petty (1623-1687), English physician, surveyor and ship designer. Born in Hampshire, England, Petty travelled to France to study at the age of 13

Thomas Young, British physicist
Thomas Young (1773-1829), British physicist and Egyptologist. Young was a voracious reader as a child, and excelled at languages

John Aubrey, English archaeologist
John Aubrey (1626-97), English archaeologist, biographer and a founder of the Royal Society. Aubrey made the first scientific study of Stonehenge, England

Benjamin Brodie, British surgeon
Benjamin Brodie (1783-1862), British surgeon. Brodie became House Surgeon at St Georges Hospital in 1805. Between 1809 and 1814 he contributed six papers to the Royal Society in which he challenged

Joseph Banks, British naturalist
Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820), British naturalist. Educated at Harrow, Eton and Oxford, Banks was wealthy enough to indulge his interest in science

George Biddell Airy, British astronomer
George Biddell Airy (1801-1892), British astronomer, 19th century engraving. During his career, Airy was elected president to the Royal Astronomical Society

George Airy, British astronomer
George Biddell Airy (1801-1892), British astronomer. During his career, Airy was elected president to the Royal Astronomical Society

Fossil fish, 18th century

Octopus anatomy, 18th century

Electrical machines, 18th century

Static electricity, 18th century

Marmot digestive system, 18th century

Science illustrations, 17-18th centuries

Bone-setting mechanism, 18th century

Swan anatomy, 18th century

Fossil animal, 18th century

Medical forceps, 18th century

Kidney anatomy, 18th century

Zoological illustrations, 18th century

Evelyn table blood vessels, 17th century

Metalline thermometer, 18th century

Elephant anatomy, 18th century

Heart disease, 18th century

Conjoined twin skeletons, 18th century

Electrical experiment, 18th century

Solar eclipse predictor, 18th century

Science illustrations, 18th century

Large tumour of the head, 18th century

Cavendish thermometers, 18th century

Sea anemone, 18th century

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"The Royal Society: A Journey Through Time and Discovery" Step into the fascinating world of the Royal Society, where scientific exploration and artistic marvels intertwine. From the mesmerizing Krakatoa sunsets that painted the skies in vibrant hues to the intricate 1883 artworks capturing their ethereal beauty, this society has witnessed wonders beyond imagination. In 1775, Captain James Cook embarked on his legendary voyage as an explorer under the auspices of the Royal Society. His discoveries opened new horizons for mankind and expanded our understanding of distant lands. Benjamin Franklin, a renowned scientist in his own right, became a member of this prestigious society in 1778. His experiments with electricity revolutionized science and paved the way for countless technological advancements we enjoy today. Even snowflakes were not immune to scrutiny by these curious minds during the 18th century. Meticulous research unraveled their delicate structures, revealing nature's artistry at its finest. Mathematical series flourished within these hallowed halls during that same era. Brilliant minds delved into complex equations and formulas that shaped modern mathematics as we know it today. The iconic engraving depicting The Royal Society stands as a testament to centuries of innovation and collaboration among brilliant individuals striving for knowledge. Their collective efforts have propelled humanity forward through leaps in various fields. Not only did this esteemed society endorse lens-grinders in the 1600s but also recognized Richard Kirwan's contributions through an enchanting engraving. These endorsements fostered scientific progress while honoring those who dedicated themselves to advancing human understanding. Medical breakthroughs were no stranger to The Royal Society either; kidney stone research took center stage during the 18th century. Pioneering studies shed light on treatments that alleviated suffering and improved lives around the world. 1698 saw William Dampier join The Royal Society—an intriguing blend of pirate naturalist—a true embodiment of adventure combined with scientific curiosity.