Schott Collection

THORNTON: DRAGON ARUM. The Dragon Arum (Dracunculus vulgaris Schott). Engraving by William Ward after a painting by Peter Henderson for The Temple of Flora, by British botanist Robert John Thornton

Friars Schott Inverness Victorian period

Yumas, c1850s. Creator: Sarony, Major and Knapp
Yumas, c1850s. Figure to the Left, Portrait of Leoch. Yuma Indians of Arizona, drawn by Arthur Carl Victor Schott for The United States and Mexican Boundary Survey (1848-1855)

Lipan-Warrior, c1857. Creator: Sarony & Co
Lipan-Warrior, c1857. A Lipan Apache warrior, drawn by Arthur Carl Victor Schott for The United States and Mexican Boundary Survey (1848-1855)

Albumblatt (Es-dur) fur das Pianoforte, Mainz, 1882, 1882. Private Collection

Crimson flamingo flower or anthurium lily, Anthurium Scherzerianum Schott var. Bispathaceum Rod.. Illustration by A. Goossens, Chromolithograph drawn by P

ALTHAMER: TITLE PAGE, 1527. Title page for the published notes on the letters of St. James, by Andreas Althamer. Printed by John Schott in Strasbourg, with a border design by Hans Baldung Grien, 1527

1662 Schott Orangutan, hypertrichosis
I Hairy man who walks on his hands" & II " wild woman in Java" (can be traced back to Topsell & Gessners similar images)

1662 Schott Hairy faced girl genetic
Hairy female daughter age 12. Copperplate from Gaspar Schotts Physica Curiosa Features Antonietta Gonzales, circa 1595 who suffered from the rare genetic disorder of hypertrichosis

1662 Schott Demons
XXVI " Winged and horned monster resembling Cacus (the giant son of Vulcan), XXVII " Winged and clawed monster with a birds clawed foot"

1662 Schott conjoined infants
" Infants born conjoined" Copperplate from Gaspar Schotts Physica Curiosa, sive mirabilia naturae. Gaspar Schott was a Jesuit scholar (1608-1666)

Cover design for Fiocco violin and piano duets
Cover design for a book of ten violin and piano pieces by the 18th century Belgian (Flemish) composer and violinist Joseph-Hector Fiocco (1703-1741), arranged by Arthur Bent and Norman O Neill

All Professionally Made to Order for Quick Shipping

"Exploring the Fascinating World of Schott: From Botanical Engravings to Victorian Friars" Step into a captivating journey through time as we delve into the intriguing realm of Schott. Starting with Thornton's Dragon Arum, an enchanting engraving that brings to life the vibrant beauty of nature. This masterpiece by William Ward after Peter Henderson's painting is a true testament to the wonders of flora. Moving on, let us transport ourselves to Inverness during the Victorian period, where Friars Schott takes center stage. Immerse yourself in this historic setting and discover the tales hidden within its walls. Shifting gears, our attention turns towards Yumas in the 1850s. Sarony captures this moment in time with his lens, offering us a glimpse into a bygone era filled with mystery and intrigue. As we continue our exploration, we stumble upon an Albumblatt for Pianoforte from Mainz in 1882. The melodic notes dance off its pages, inviting us to lose ourselves in its harmonious embrace. But it doesn't end there; behold the Crimson Flamingo Flower or Anthurium Lily – a striking symbol of elegance and grace that captivates all who lay eyes upon it. Delving deeper into history's mysteries, Althamer's Title Page from 1527 beckons us closer. It serves as a gateway to St. 's letters' published notes – an invaluable treasure trove for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Our journey takes an unexpected turn as we encounter historical birth deformities meticulously documented by none other than Schott himself in 1662. From orangutans afflicted with hypertrichosis to hairy-faced girls and even demons - these peculiar cases offer insights into humanity's fascination with anomalies throughout centuries past. And finally, marvel at conjoined infants immortalized by Schott's penmanship during that same year. These extraordinary beings defy expectations, reminding us of the boundless wonders that exist within our world.