1823 Collection

The Great He-Goat, 1820-1823, by Francisco de Goya
Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828). Spanish painter. The Great He-Goat, 1820-1823. Detail. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

Epicycles of Mercury and Venus, 1823 C017 / 8061
Epicycles of Mercury and Venus, 19th-century diagram. This geocentric (Earth-centred) model shows the orbits of Mercury and Venus as a series of epicycles (loops)

Edward Jenner / Thiriat
EDWARD JENNER Physician and pioneer of vaccination

Nerine: six varieties. Hand-coloured lithograph by G. Severeyns, from Encyclographie du regne vegetal: sertum botanicum: collection de plantes par une societe de botanistes. Volume 7 Date: 1823-37

John Passmore Edwards, Vanity Fair, Spy
JOHN PASSMORE EDWARDS MP (1823 - 1911) Liberal Member of Parliament for Salisbury, Philanthropist, British journalist, owner and editor of the London newspaper The Echo

Protea: seven varieties. Hand-coloured lithograph by G. Severeyns, from Encyclographie du regne vegetal: sertum botanicum: collection de plantes par une societe de botanistes. Volume 8 Date: 1823-37

Abraham-Louis Breguet
ABRAHAM-LOUIS BREGUET French watchmaker, known for instruments of great accuracy

USA, North Carolina, Cape Hatteras National Saeshore, Ocracoke, Ocracoke Lighthouse, b. 1823, oldest continuously operated lighthouse on North Carolina coast, with visitors

Jean Henri Fabre (1823-1915) French entomologist who wrote a series of texts known as the Souvenirs Entomologiques

Sir Francis Ronalds
Portrait of English inventor, Sir Francis Ronalds (1788-1873), inventor of the electric telegraph in 1816. He fitted his garden in Hammersmith with an electric telegraph but was refused when he

Ar Wallace / Anon Photo
ALFRED RUSSEL WALLACE naturalist

The drowning Dog, 1820-1823, by Francisco de Goya
Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828). Spanish painter. The drowning Dog, 1820-1823. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

Witches Sabbath by Francisco de Goya
Francisco de Goya (1746-1828). Spanish romantic painter. Witches Sabbath, 1821-1823. Detail. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

Abdul Mecid I, Ottoman Sultan
Abdul Mecid I (or Mejid, Medschid), Ottoman Sultan (ruled 1839-1861)

Reading, 1820-1823, by Francisco de Goya
Francisco de Goya y Lucientes (1746-1828). Spanish painter. Reading, 1820-1823. Prado Museum. Madrid. Spain

The Council Held by the Rats, by Gustave Dore
THE COUNCIL HELD BY THE RATS, BY GUSTAVE DORE. Dore, 1832 - 1883, French. Engraving for Fables by Jean de la Fontaine, engraved by Antoine Valerie Bertrand, French, born 1823, Art, Artist

Emma Hardinge Britten
EMMA HARDINGE BRITTEN English-born spiritualist in America, author, actress, musician, medium and tireless promoter of the spiritualist cause

Astrology / Zodiac
Zodiac signs painted on the inside of an Egyptian sarcophagus found at Thebes in 1823, containing the mummy of a Greek

Hern Hill, London (engraving)
585997 Hern Hill, London (engraving) by Baynes, Thomas Mann (1794-1854); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hern Hill, London; Plate from Views of Picturesque Scenery of the Environs of London)

RIEGO, Rafael de (1785-1823). Spanish liberal military man, leader of the military coup of 1820. Romanticism. Oil on canvas. SPAIN. MADRID (AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY). Madrid

Ar Wallace / R Haines
Alfred Russel Wallace Naturalist

Old Killingworth 4 wheeled engine by George Stephenson, 1823. Listed in RE Bleasdales Locomotive Engines catalogue, entry 1274. Taken for Stephenson Centenary. Date: 1881

Octavius G Gilchrist
OCTAVIUS GRAHAM GILCHRIST antiquary Date: 1779 - 1823

Salt Refining 1823
A salt refiner at Northwich, Cheshire

Edouard Lalo
EDOUARD LALO French composer

FABRE ( 1823 - 1915 )
JEAN HENRI FABRE - French Entomologist

Death of Botsaris, 1823
Insurrection against Turks: The death of Markos Botsaris, patriot leader. Date: 1823

Barnes Terrace, fronting on the Thames

Dominoes in a Tavern
A group of men play dominoes in a tavern

French Artillery - 9
An artilleryman of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale passes a shell to his mate to load their breech- loading Gribeauval cannon

French Artillery - 12
A gunner of the horse artillery of the French Garde Royale stands clear of his Gribeauval cannon after setting light to the charge

French Artillery - 8
An artilleryman of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale turns the handle of his ecouvillon to swab the barrel of his Gribeauval cannon

French Artillery - 6
An artilleryman of the foot artillery of the French Garde Royale stands beside his Gribeauval cannon on the battlefield, holding the ramrod with which he loads it

French Artillery - 13
A gunner of the horse artillery of the French Garde Royale turns his ecouvillon in the muzzle of his Gribeauval cannon, ramming home the charge as hard as he can

Millbank Prison / Ackerman
Millbank prison was conceived by Jeremy Bentham whose goal was that prisoners would receive just punishment while developing an appreciation of labour. It was completed in 1821

Jp Kemble / Timon Athens
JOHN PHILIP KEMBLE Popular actor and theatre manager, seen here in the role of Timon of Athens, Act 4, Scene 3

Edward Jenner / Ridley
EDWARD JENNER Physician and pioneer of vaccination

Thomas Wakley / Meadows
THOMAS WAKLEY English surgeon, founder of The Lancet (1823), and MP

Max Muller (Anon Photo)
FRIEDRICH MAX MULLER German-born orientalist in Britain

London / Cries / Watercress
The watercress seller

Capt M. V Bates Martin Van Buren Bates W L Germon
Capt. M.V. Bates Martin Van Buren Bates; W. L. Germon (American, 1823 - 1877); 1861 - 1865; Albumen silver print

Clove - Eugenia aromatica: Native to Moluccas or Spice Islands, Indonesia. Hand-coloured engraving 1823
533410 Clove - Eugenia aromatica: Native to Moluccas or Spice Islands, Indonesia. Hand-coloured engraving 1823.; (add.info.: Clove - Eugenia aromatica: Native to Moluccas or Spice Islands, Indonesia)

Tea: Camellia sinensis. Sprig of tea bush. Hand-coloured engraving 1823
533361 Tea: Camellia sinensis. Sprig of tea bush. Hand-coloured engraving 1823.; (add.info.: Tea: Camellia sinensis. Sprig of tea bush. Hand-coloured engraving 1823.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Cotton - Gossypium: different varieties formed basis of cotton production in widespread parts of the world
533355 Cotton - Gossypium: different varieties formed basis of cotton production in widespread parts of the world, including India, China, Egypt, America

Interior of Cree Indian tent
2604133 Interior of Cree Indian tent; (add.info.: Interior of Cree Indian tent. Man smoking: Papoose in 'cradle': Cooking pot suspended over fire)

Copper Indian girl mending snow shoe
2604134 Copper Indian girl mending snow shoe.; (add.info.: Copper Indian girl mending snow shoe. From John Franklin "Narrative of a Journey to the Shores of the Polar Sea", London, 1823)

Mlle. Hermance Revilly in the role of La Perinette in "La Pariure de Jules Denis" at the Gymnase Dramatique
5855417 Mlle. Hermance Revilly in the role of La Perinette in "La Pariure de Jules Denis" at the Gymnase Dramatique.; (add.info.: Mlle)

Chart compiled from London Bills of Mortality for 1796-1800, showing the number of deaths from various causes
527510 Chart compiled from London Bills of Mortality for 1796-1800, showing the number of deaths from various causes and the number of deaths at differenct ages

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In the year 1823, a myriad of fascinating events and creations unfolded, leaving an indelible mark on history. Scientific discoveries took center stage as astronomers delved into the intricate epicycles of Mercury and Venus, unraveling celestial mysteries that had long perplexed humanity. Meanwhile, horticulturists marveled at the Nerine's six captivating varieties and the Protea's seven enchanting species, showcasing nature's boundless creativity. Amidst this scientific fervor, medical pioneer Edward Jenner made groundbreaking strides in immunization alongside his contemporary Thiriat. Their tireless efforts paved the way for future advancements in healthcare that would save countless lives. Artistic brilliance also flourished during this era. The Great He-Goat emerged from Francisco de Goya's brush strokes between 1820 to 1823, depicting a hauntingly powerful symbol of human folly and vice. Goya further captivated audiences with his poignant masterpiece "The Drowning Dog, " evoking raw emotions through his masterful use of color and composition. Notable figures graced society during this time as well. John Passmore Edwards became immortalized in Vanity Fair by Spy’s skilled hand; his philanthropic endeavors left an enduring legacy that continues to inspire generations today. Sir Francis Ronalds pushed boundaries with pioneering electrical experiments while Jean Henri Fabre unraveled nature's secrets through meticulous observations. Across continents, Abraham-Louis Breguet revolutionized horology with his innovative timepieces that blended elegance and precision seamlessly. In America's Cape Hatteras National Seashore stood Ocracoke Lighthouse—a beacon guiding sailors safely home amidst treacherous waters since its construction in 1823. As we reflect upon these remarkable achievements from two centuries ago, it becomes evident how each discovery or creation has shaped our present reality—reminding us of humanity's ceaseless pursuit of knowledge and beauty across various realms: science, art, medicine, philanthropy, and beyond.