Galton Collection

Handbill for Galton Lab
Handbill for Francis Galtons Anthropometric Laboratory

Sir Francis Galton, 1822 - 1911. English polymath, anthropologist, eugenicist, tropical explorer, geographer, inventor
878584 Sir Francis Galton, 1822 - 1911. English polymath, anthropologist, eugenicist, tropical explorer, geographer, inventor, meteorologist, proto-geneticist, psychometrician and statistician

Portrait of Sir Douglas Strutt Galton. Date: circa 1895

Frontispiece of Inquiries into Human Faculty and its Development, 1883

West Dorset DT2 8 Map
Postcode Sector Map of West Dorset DT2 8

Sir Francis Galton, 1822

SIR FRANCIS GALTON (1822-1911). English scientist. Oil over a photograph, 1895

FRANCE: MONT BLANC, 1851. The Aiguilles Sans Nom, seen from below the Rocher Rouge. Mountaineering expedition to the summit of Mont Blanc, led by Erasmus Galton, 1851. Contemporary English engraving

FRANCE: MONT BLANC, 1851. The Grands Mulets - Evening View. Mountaineering expedition to the summit of Mont Blanc, led by Erasmus Galton, 1851. Contemporary English engraving

FRANCE: MONT BLANC, 1851. The Summit of Mont Blanc, Seen from Below the Rocher Rouge. Mountaineering expedition to the summit of Mont Blanc, led by Erasmus Galton, 1851

FRANCE: MONT BLANC, 1851. Accident Near the Glacier de Tacounag. Mountaineering expedition to the summit of Mont Blanc, led by Erasmus Galton, 1851. Contemporary English engraving

FRANCE: MONT BLANC, 1851. Above the Grand Plateau - A Large Crevasse. Mountaineering expedition to the summit of Mont Blanc, led by Erasmus Galton, 1851. Contemporary English engraving

FRANCE: MONT BLANC, 1851. The Party Crossing the Glacier des Bossons. Mountaineering expedition to the summit of Mont Blanc, led by Erasmus Galton, 1851. Contemporary English engraving

GALTON: LABORATORY, 1884. Poster for Sir Francis Galtons Anthropometric Laboratory at London, England, 1884

SIR FRANCIS GALTON (1822-1911). English scientist. Oil on canvas, 1903, by Charles Wellington Furse

SIR FRANCIS GALTON (1822-1911). English scientist. Photographed in 1895

Sir Francis Galtons system of ridges, and the creases in the palm
GALTON: HAND DIAGRAM. Sir Francis Galtons system of ridges, and the creases in the palm

Erasmus Darwin (1731-1802) English physician and poet. Member of the lunar society. Grandfather of Charles Darwin and Francis Galton

Erasmus Darwin (1731-1802) English physician and naturalist. Grandfather of Charles Darwin and Francis Galton: Member of Lunar Society

Sir Douglas Galton, KCB

BOOKPLATE, c1800. Bookplate of English scientist and businessman Samuel Galton

1893 Francis Galton criminal photograph
This Anthropometry photograph was taken of the polymath Francis Galton at age 71 when he visited Bertillous Criminal Identification Laboratory in Paris 1893

1869 Galton signature Hereditary Genius
Signed letter from London Institution and first edition frontis of Francis Galtons 1869 book " Hereditary Genius"

Francis Darwin and Francis Galton
Francis Galton, (Charles Darwins half cousin), and Charles Darwins Son, Francis Darwin

1869 Galton cover for Hereditary Genius
Embossed gilded cover design for Francis Galtons 1869 book " Hereditary Genius". The design shows lines of descent across five generations

Galton Composite Photo
Composite photograph by Francis Galton, made from portraits of violent criminals

Mrs Schimmelpenninck
Mary Anne Schimmelpenninck Nee Galton Writer

Galtons Laboratory
Francis Galtons first Anthropometric Laboratory at the International Health Exhibition, South Kensington

Francis Galton
FRANCIS GALTON Scientist, aged 42

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Sir Francis Galton was an extraordinary figure of the 19th century, known for his wide-ranging contributions to various fields. Born in 1822, this English polymath left an indelible mark on anthropology, eugenics, exploration, geography, invention, meteorology, genetics, psychometrics and statistics. In 1897, a handbill promoting the Galton Laboratory showcased his groundbreaking work. The Strand Magazine featured a portrait of Sir Douglas Strutt Galton as its frontispiece in 1883. This captivating image captured the essence of Sir Francis Galton's inquiries into human faculties and their development. Hailing from West Dorset DT2 8 Map area in England, Sir Francis Galton's brilliance knew no bounds. A photograph from 1895 depicts him as an oil painting - a testament to his status as one of the most influential scientists of his time. But it wasn't just science that fascinated Galton; he was also captivated by nature's wonders. In France during 1851, he embarked on a breathtaking expedition to Mont Blanc. From capturing images of the majestic Aiguilles Sans Nom to witnessing evening views at The Grands Mulets and gazing upon the summit from below Rocher Rouge - these experiences undoubtedly shaped his understanding of our world. However remarkable his achievements were across multiple disciplines and geographies alike; it is important to acknowledge that some aspects of Galton's legacy are controversial today. His involvement with eugenics raises ethical questions regarding human genetic manipulation. Nevertheless, there is no denying that Sir Francis Galton made significant contributions to scientific knowledge during his lifetime. His relentless pursuit of understanding paved the way for future generations in countless fields – forever leaving an imprint on history itself.