William Gilbert Collection

Physician and physicist, William Gilbert, demonstrating magnetism to Queen Elizabeth I (litho)
6015019 Physician and physicist, William Gilbert, demonstrating magnetism to Queen Elizabeth I (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Physician and physicist)

Diagram showing the behaviour of a magnetic needle
5309963 Diagram showing the behaviour of a magnetic needle; (add.info.: Diagram showing the behaviour of a magnetic needle and the difference between true)

Diagram showing The magnetic force of the Earth
5309964 Diagram showing The magnetic force of the Earth; (add.info.: Diagram showing The magnetic force of the Earth, operating along an infinity of curves starting from every point of the equator)

Iolanthe, New York City, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Iolanthe, New York City, [193-]. Federal Theatre... presents - the Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company...Iolanthe...Gondoliers - Brooklyn Academy of Music'

Mikado, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Mikado, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

H.M.S. Pinafore, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
H.M.S. Pinafore, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

The Gondoliers, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
The Gondoliers, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

The Gondoliers, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
The Gondoliers, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Summer Music Festival, Los Angeles, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Summer Music Festival, Los Angeles, [193-]. Greek Open Air Theatre...Light and Grand Opera..."H.M.S. Pinafore", "Hansel & Gretel"..."Fra Diavolo" - popular prices - Free

Pirates of Penzance, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Pirates of Penzance, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Patience, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Patience, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Pirates of Penzance, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Pirates of Penzance, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City - The Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company - in - Pirates of Penzance'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

The Pirates of Penzance, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Pirates of Penzance, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City - Presents - The Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Co. in - The Pirates of Penzance'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Mikado, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City Presents - The Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Co. in - "Mikado"'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

Mikado, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City Presents - The Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company in a 6 Day Festival Under the Big Tent...Mikado - [HMS] Pinafore & Trial by Jury - Pirates of

Iolanthe, New York City, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Iolanthe, New York City, [193-]. Federal Theatre for New York City presents - Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Co. in - Iolanthe - Seth Low Jr. High School'

H.M.S. Pinafore, New York, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
H.M.S. Pinafore, New York, [193-]. The Federal Theatre Presents - Gilbert & Sullivan's Popular Operetta...All Star Cast of 60 Artists - Augmented Orchestra of 20 - Star Casino'

The Pirates of Penzance, San Diego, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Pirates of Penzance, San Diego, [193-]. Savoy Theatre - "The Pirates of Penzance" - Sponsored by San Diego Symphony Ass'n'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S

The Mikado Swing, San Diego, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
The Mikado Swing, San Diego, [193-]. Premiere Showing'. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935

Mikado, Chicago, 1938. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, Chicago, 1938. Great Northern Theatre...Mikado by Gilbert and Sullivan - Modern Version'. Poster for a musical theatre adaptation of Gilbert and Sullivan's comic opera, The Mikado

Pirates of Penzance, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Pirates of Penzance, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Mikado, Chicago, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Mikado, Chicago, [193-]. Gala New Year's Eve Performance...Swingcopated Version of "Mikado" with a Chorus of 100 Voices - Acclaimed by Thousands - Great Northern Theatre'

Pirates of Penzance, New York, [1930s]. Creator: Unknown
Pirates of Penzance, New York, [1930s]. The Federal Theatre Project, created by the U.S. Works Progress Administration in 1935, was designed to conserve and develop the skills of theater workers

Swing Mikado, [193-]. Creator: Unknown
Swing Mikado, [193-]. Federal Theatre Treasure Island - A Cast of 100 - "Swing Mikado" - Sensational Success - Hot from New York...The Big Hit of the Golden Gate International

William Gilbert in his study writing his book, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub
3614169 William Gilbert in his study writing his book, from Les Merveilles de la Science, pub.1870 by French School, (19th century); (add.info)

Cricket, 1877. Creator: Sir Leslie Matthew Ward
Cricket, 1877. Gloucestershire and England cricketer William Gilbert WG Grace (1848-1915) was one of the most iconic figures in the history of English cricket

Our Three Little Maids - Parsons, Fletcher & Co. Ltd advertisement, 1909. Creator: Unknown
Our Three Little Maids - Parsons, Fletcher & Co. Ltd advertisement, 1909. From " The British Printer Vol. XXII". [Raithby, Lawrence & Co. Ltd, London and Leicester, 1909]

William Schwenck Gilbert, British artist, librettist, playwright and writer, 1883. Artist: St Jamess Photographic Co
William Schwenck Gilbert, British artist, librettist, playwright and writer, 1883. A photograph from The Theatre, A Monthly Review, Volume I, January to June, 1883, David Bogue, London, 1883

Sir William Schwenck Gilbert (1836-1911), English playwright and humorist, 1911-1912. Artist: Frederick Downer & Sons
Sir William Schwenck Gilbert (1836-1911), English playwright and humorist, 1911-1912. Gilbert is best known for his fourteen comic operas produced in collaboration with the composer Sir Arthur

Magnetism, 1600. A terrella or globe-shaped magnet with lumps of iron to represent mountains and showing the north-seeking property of a magnetic needle. From De Magnete by William Gilbert

A magnetized needle pushed through a ball of cork, floating submerged in a goblet of water, 1600. The needle shows the dip and the direction of the magnetic pole. From De Magnete by William Gilbert

A scene from Trial by Jury, 1875. Artist: David Henry Friston
A scene from Trial by Jury, 1875. First performed at Londons Royalty Theatre on 25 March 1875, Trial by Jury is a one act comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan

Forging a magnet, 1600. The piece of metal on the anvil is aligned north/south. From De Magnete by William Gilbert. (London, 1600)

William Gilbert, English physician, late 16th century. Pictured with his hand resting on a globe. Gilbert established the magnetic nature of the Earth in De Magnete (1600)

Magnetizing cooling iron. Historical artwork of a blacksmith magnetizing a piece of cooling iron. The smith is hammering the iron

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William Gilbert was a renowned physician and physicist who made significant contributions to the understanding of magnetism. In one lithograph, he is depicted demonstrating the fascinating concept of magnetism to Queen Elizabeth I, showcasing his expertise in the field. This momentous event is captured on page 49 of his groundbreaking book, De Magnete, which was published in London in 1600. On page 57 of the same publication, another intriguing illustration showcases Gilbert's meticulous study and writing process as he delves deeper into this captivating subject. While William Gilbert dedicated much of his life to scientific pursuits, it is worth noting that there are other individuals with similar names who have also left their mark. Sir Leslie Matthew Ward created a cricket-themed artwork in 1877 featuring William Schwenck Gilbert - an accomplished British artist and writer known for his librettos and plays. Another advertisement from Parsons, Fletcher & Co. Ltd in 1909 features three little maids alongside their nameless creator. The artistic talents associated with the name William Schwenck Gilbert extend beyond mere illustrations; he was a playwright and humorist whose work gained recognition even after his passing in 1911-1912. His legacy lives on through various artworks such as those by Frederick Downer & Sons or St Jamess Photographic Co. Returning to William Gilbert's scientific endeavors, it becomes evident that magnetism played a central role throughout his studies. The images from De Magnete depict experiments conducted during this era - including one where a magnetized needle pierces through a ball of cork floating submerged in water (circa 1600). These visual representations provide insight into the innovative techniques employed by Gilbert to explore magnetic phenomena further. In addition to his scientific achievements, it is interesting to note that Trial by Jury (1875), an opera composed by Arthur Sullivan with libretto written by W. S. Gilbert himself, became another notable contribution attributed to someone with a similar name.