Sir Charles Lyell Collection

Geologist Charles Lyell
NWI4947411 Geologist Charles Lyell.; (add.info.: Geologist Charles Lyell.); Photo © North Wind Pictures.

Portrait of Charles Lyell
3522018 Portrait of Charles Lyell; (add.info.: Portrait of Charles Lyell (1797-1875) Sir Charles Lyell, 1st Baronet, FRS was a British lawyer and the foremost geologist of his day

The British Association at Bath: Sir Charles Lyell delivering the presidential address..., 1864. Creator: Unknown
The British Association at Bath: Sir Charles Lyell delivering the presidential address in the theatre, 1864. 'The New Theatre Royal...was erected...upon the site of the former theatre

Sir Charles Lyell (engraving)
671598 Sir Charles Lyell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Charles Lyell)

Sir Charles Lyell (engraving)
664936 Sir Charles Lyell (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Charles Lyell. Illustration for Blackies Modern Cyclopedia (1899)

The British Association at Bath, Sir Charles Lyell delivering the Presidential Address in the Theatre (engraving)
1613238 The British Association at Bath, Sir Charles Lyell delivering the Presidential Address in the Theatre (engraving) by English School

Sir Charles Lyell, Baronet, DCL and FRS (engraving)
1610190 Sir Charles Lyell, Baronet, DCL and FRS (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Charles Lyell, Baronet, DCL and FRS)

Sir Charles Lyell, Baronet (engraving)
1053443 Sir Charles Lyell, Baronet (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Charles Lyell, Baronet)

Sir Charles Lyell - Geologist, 1843-47. Creators: David Octavius Hill, Robert Adamson
Sir Charles Lyell - Geologist, 1843-47

Sir Charles Lyell, 1st Baronet, Scottish lawyer and geologist, 1875. In his highly influential Principles of Geology (1830-1833)

Sir Charles Lyell, 19th century British lawyer and geologist, (20th century). In his highly influential Principles of Geology (1830-1833)

Temple of Serapis at Puzzuoli in 1183, Charles Lyell (1853). Artist: Charles Lyell
Temple of Serapis at Puzzuoli in 1183, Charles Lyell (1853). Frontispiece of the ninth edition of Principles of Geology, Charles Lyell, London, 1853, showing how it had slowly subsided

Strata of red sandstone, slightly inclined, Siccar Point, Berwickshire 1852. Artist: Charles Lyell
Strata of red sandstone, slightly inclined, Siccar Point, Berwickshire 1852. It is illustrating nonconformable strata, and so long time scale

Charles Lyell, Scottish-born British geologist, 19th century. In his highly influential Principles of Geology (1830-1833)

Chronology, 1869. Artist: Charles Samuel Keene
Chronology, 1869. Ever since the geologist, Sir Charles Lyell, had proposed in the 1830s that the world was much older than had previously been supposed

Sir Charles Lyell, 1St Baronet, 1797 A

Fossil shells of the Miocene Tertiary Period
Plate II from Principles of Geology, being an attempt to explain the former changes of the Earths surface. Vol. 3 1832-33 by Charles Lyell (1797-1875)

PSCI2A-00096
Geologist Charles Lyell. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century portrait

Fossil shells of the Eocene Tertiary Period
Plate III from Principles of Geology, being an attempt to explain the former changes of the Earths surface. Vol. 3 1832-33 by Charles Lyell (1797-1875)

Junction of granite and limestone
Fig 88 from Principles of Geology, being an attempt to explain the former changes of the Earths surface. Vol. 3 1832-33 by Charles Lyell (1797-1875)

Mollusc specimen drawer
The shells in this specimen drawer were collected by Charles Darwin from various localities during the voyage of the HMS Beagle between 1831 and 1836

Sir Charles Lyell, Bart. F. R. S. (1797-1875)
Sir Charles Lyell, a Scottish lawyer, geologist, and populariser of uniformitarianism. Photographed by Maull & Polyblank, Photographers. Ca 1854

Sir Charles Lyell (1797-1875)
Portrait of Sir Charles Lyell, a Scottish born lawyer turned geologist, and author of The Geological Evidence of the Antiquity of Man (1863). Knighted in 1848

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Sir Charles Lyell was a prominent Scottish lawyer and geologist in the 19th century. Known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of geology, he left an indelible mark on scientific understanding. With his sharp intellect and meticulous research, Sir Charles Lyell revolutionized our perception of Earth's history. His passion for geology led him to explore various landscapes, meticulously documenting their geological formations. Through engravings like "Sir Charles Lyell (engraving)" and "Strata of red sandstone, slightly inclined, Siccar Point, Berwickshire 1852, " he visually captured the intricate layers that revealed Earth's ancient past. As a respected member of the British Association at Bath, Sir Charles Lyell delivered captivating addresses that captivated audiences. The engraving titled "The British Association at Bath" depicts him delivering a presidential address in a grand theater setting – a testament to his influence within the scientific community. In recognition of his immense contributions to science, Sir Charles Lyell was bestowed with numerous honors throughout his career. As seen in engravings such as "Sir Charles Lyell - Geologist" and "Sir Charles Lyell, Baronet, " these images immortalize him as both a distinguished scientist and nobleman. Beyond his scientific pursuits, it also had artistic talents. He created stunning artworks like "Temple of Serapis at Puzzuoli in 1183" where he showcased not only his geological expertise but also his artistic flair. Throughout history, individuals like they have shaped our understanding of the world around us through their tireless dedication to knowledge and exploration. His legacy lives on as we continue to build upon the foundations laid by this remarkable Scottish-born British geologist from the 19th century.