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Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Pipe organ built by Flight and Robson

Pipe organ built by Flight and Robson.. Front and side plans of the pipe organ built by Benjamin Flight and Joseph Robson for the Earl of Kirkwall

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Plan and elevation of Stonehenge, Wiltshire

Plan and elevation of Stonehenge, Wiltshire.. Ancient stone circle at Stonehenge, Wiltshire, with original plan and elevation, and ruins as of 1816. Copperplate engraving by W

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Anatomy of the human heart

Anatomy of the human heart.. Anatomy of the human heart. Copperplate engraving by Milton from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Welsh harps

Welsh harps.. Single Welsh harp, ancient triple Welsh harp and modern triple Welsh harp. Copperplate engraving by John Lee from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Joseph Bramahs hydrostatic (hydraulic) press, 18th century

Joseph Bramahs hydrostatic (hydraulic) press, 18th century.. Joseph Bramahs hydrostatic (hydraulic) press, sections of the pump and cylinder, 18th century

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Viol d amour, mandore, Spanish guitar and lute

Viol d amour, mandore, Spanish guitar and lute.. Viol d amour (1), mandore (2), Spanish guitar (3) and lute (4). Copperplate engraving by John Lee after a drawing by T

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Orrery built by British astronomer William Pearson

Orrery built by British astronomer William Pearson.. Orrery built by British astronomer William Pearson. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey Jr

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: High-pressure steam engine, elevations, 19th century

High-pressure steam engine, elevations, 19th century.. High-pressure steam engine used with the dredging machine on the River Thames, elevations, 19th century

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Surgical equipment including saws, knives and scalpels

Surgical equipment including saws, knives and scalpels.. Surgical equipment including amputating and metacarpal saws, knives, catling, bistoury, scalpel, needle, tenaculum

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Anatomy of the horse - intestines

Anatomy of the horse - intestines.. Anatomy of the horse- stomach and intestines. Copperplate engraving by Scott from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Parts and mechanisms of repeating and alarm watches

Parts and mechanisms of repeating and alarm watches.. Parts and mechanisms of repeating and alarm watches. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by B. L

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Thomas Mudges timekeeper, 18th century horology

Thomas Mudges timekeeper, 18th century horology.. Thomas Mudges timekeeper detached lever escapement, 1754. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an Illustration by J

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: John Smeatons water gin winding engine, 19th century

John Smeatons water gin winding engine, 19th century.. John Smeatons design for a water gin (winding engine) for drawing coals from the pits, 19th century. Copperplate engraving by W

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Surveying level or grand theodolite designed

Surveying level or grand theodolite designed by Jesse Ramsden.. Surveying level or grand theodolite designed by Jesse Ramsden. Copperplate engraving by W. Lowry after an Illustration by J

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: John Bramahs banknote printing press

John Bramahs banknote printing press.. John Bramahs banknote printing press for printing sequential serial numbers, 1806. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by J

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Anatomy of the human skull

Anatomy of the human skull.. Anatomy of the human skull: Georgian female, Turk, African, Calmuck and Caribs. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Matthew Boulton and James Watts steam engine, 1776

Matthew Boulton and James Watts steam engine, 1776.. Matthew Boulton and James Watts steam engine, elevation and plan of the beam floor, 1776

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Pneumatics of an air rifle

Pneumatics of an air rifle.. Pneumatics of the Girandoni air rifle showing the air reservoir in the butt and lead bullets in a magazine, and loading mechanism

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Anatomy of birds: skeleton

Anatomy of birds: skeleton.. Anatomy of birds- skeleton. Copperplate engraving by Milton from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Doric order capital, column and base from the Parthenon

Doric order capital, column and base from the Parthenon.. Architectural column, capital and base of the Doric order from the Temple of Minerva called the Parthenon in Athens

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Perspective view of a common printing press, 18th century

Perspective view of a common printing press, 18th century.. Perspective view of a common printing press, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an illustration by J

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Grecian and Roman architectural moldings

Grecian and Roman architectural moldings.. Grecian and Roman architectural moldings. Greek fillet listel annulet, cyma recta, fascia, echinus ovolo, talon enriched, astragal, Doric

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Ancient Roman musical instruments

Ancient Roman musical instruments.. Testudo or lyre of Amphion (1, 2), lyre held by Terpsichore (3), psaltery (4), triangular harp or Trigonium (5), Abyssinian testudo (6)

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Rigging plans for sailing ships, 18th century

Rigging plans for sailing ships, 18th century.. Rigging plans for sailing ships, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Milton after an illustration by Glover from Abraham Rees -Cyclopedia or

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Rigging for sailing ships, 18th century

Rigging for sailing ships, 18th century.. Rigging for sailing ships, including cordage, bale slings, butt slings, can hook slings, ropes, blocks and pulleys, 18th century

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Horology; John Arnolds and Thomas Earnshaws chronometers

Horology; John Arnolds and Thomas Earnshaws chronometers.. Horology; John Arnolds chronometer, and Thomas Earnshaws chronometer with standard detent escapement

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Windmill elevation, plan, side, showing power

Windmill elevation, plan, side, showing power generating machine. Windmill elevation, plan, side, showing power generating machinery, 19th century. Copperplate engraving by W

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Egyptian capitals

Egyptian capitals.. Example of Egyptian capitals and architectural fragments in front of a pyramid. Copperplate engraving by James Lewis from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Anatomy of human internal organs

Anatomy of human internal organs.. Anatomy of human internal organs from the front showing heart, stomach, intestines, kidneys and bladder

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Stocking frame, knitting machine, 18th century

Stocking frame, knitting machine, 18th century.. Stocking frame, knitting machine, 18th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after an Illustration by J

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Arch lute, mandolin and mandola

Arch lute, mandolin and mandola.. Arch lute (1), mandolin (2) and mandola (3). Copperplate engraving by John Lee after a drawing by T

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Hunting horns, serpent, French horn, bugle and trombone

Hunting horns, serpent, French horn, bugle and trombone.. Hunting horns (1, 2), serpent (3), French horn (4), bugle (5) and sacbut or trombone (6). Brass and woodwind musical instruments

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Russian musical instruments

Russian musical instruments.. Goudok Rebec fiddle with three strings, Gelaika pipes, double flutes of the ancients, hunting horn of Siberia, Rojok (rozhok) trumpet

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Interior of an English church organ

Interior of an English church organ.. Interior mechanism of an English church organ showing pipes, bellows, stops, keys, choir, swell and great organ

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Rotary press printing machine patented by Bacon and Donkin

Rotary press printing machine patented by Bacon and Donkin.. First rotary press printing machine patented by printer Richard Bacon and engineer Bryan Donkin, 1813

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Steam boat, Maudslays and Murrays steam engine

Steam boat, Maudslays and Murrays steam engine, 19th century.. Marine steam engines- steam boat, elevation and plan, Henry Maudslays side-lever steam engine 1815

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Vertical windmill, Captain Stephen Hooper s

Vertical windmill, Captain Stephen Hooper s
Vertical windmill, Captain Stephen Hoopers horizontal windmill.. Windmills: common vertical windmill and Captain Stephen Hoopers horizontal windmill in Margate, 18th century

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Ionic column from the temple of Minerva Polias at Priene

Ionic column from the temple of Minerva Polias at Priene.. Ionic column from the temple of Minerva Polias at Priene. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Artillery - cannon carriage

Artillery - cannon carriage.. Artillery - gun carriage of the early 19th century. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Battering ram and catapult

Battering ram and catapult.. Artillery- Aries or wooden battering ram and catapult used by Lord Heathfield at the siege of Gibraltar

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Roman arches

Roman arches.. Architectural drawings of the Arch of Adrian at Athens and the Arch of Septimius Severus at Rome. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Attic, Doric and Ionic features from Greek architecture

Attic, Doric and Ionic features from Greek architecture.. Attic, Doric and Ionic features from Greek architecture. Attic bases from the Temple of Jupiter Olympius

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Spinning Jenny, multi-spindle spinning, 18th century

Spinning Jenny, multi-spindle spinning, 18th century.. Spinning Jenny, multi-spindle spinning frame invented by James Hargreaves, 18th century

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Astronomical instruments: achromatic telescopes

Astronomical instruments: achromatic telescopes and dynameters.. Astronomical instruments- achromatic telescopes and dynameters. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Astronomical chart of the constellation of Orion

Astronomical chart of the constellation of Orion.. Astronomical chart of the constellation of Orion. Copperplate engraving by Milton after a drawing by L

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Astronomical telescopes

Astronomical telescopes.. Astronomical telescopes, chiefly reflecting, including Dr. David Brewsters patent telescope and John Smeatons telescope support

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: Astronomical chart of the constellations of

Astronomical chart of the constellations of Ursa Major and Ursa. Astronomical chart of the constellations of Ursa Major and Ursa Minor. Copperplate engraving by Milton after a drawing by L

Background imageUniversaldictionaryofarts Collection: James Watts single-acting steam engine, 18th century

James Watts single-acting steam engine, 18th century.. James Watts single-acting steam engine for pumping Chelsea Water Works, 18th century



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Discover the wonders of art, science, and technology with Universaldictionaryofarts. From the intricate plan and elevation of Stonehenge in Wiltshire to unraveling the mysteries of the human heart's anatomy, our collection takes you on a journey through various realms. Immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies produced by Welsh harps, Viol d'amour, mandore, Spanish guitar, and lute. Delve into the world of horology with Thomas Mudge's timekeeper from the 18th century or explore advancements in steam engine technology with high-pressure steam engine elevations from the 19th century. Uncover surgical precision as we showcase an array of tools including saws, knives, and scalpels used throughout history. Marvel at our detailed depiction of horse anatomy focusing on its intestines. Dive into watchmaking intricacies as we dissect parts and mechanisms behind repeating and alarm watches. Witness Joseph Bramah's revolutionary hydraulic press from the 18th century that transformed industries forever. Behold British astronomer William Pearson's breathtaking Orrery that brings celestial bodies closer to home. Finally, experience John Smeaton's remarkable water gin winding engine from the 19th century which powered industrial progress. Universaldictionaryofarts invites you to unlock a treasure trove of knowledge spanning centuries - where art meets science meets innovation.