Hemispheres Collection

17th century world map
World map, published around 1664 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, by Dutch mapmaker Joan Blaeu (c.1599- 1673). The Latin title is Nova et Accuratissima Totius Terrarum Orbis Tabula

Mars, composite satellite images
Mars. Composite satellite images of the surface of Mars from multiple aspects. North is at top. Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun, and is a rocky desert world

Schiaparellis two hemispheres of the planet Mars
The two hemispheres of the planet Mars as drawn by the Italian astronomer and historian of science, Giovanni Schiaparelli

Mars map from 1881
Map of Mars, published in Paris in 1881. The first accurate telescope observations of Mars were made in 1877 and 1881 when Mars was at its closest to Earth (a situation called an opposition)

A new and correct map of the world laid down according to the newest discoveries
XOS1765728 A new and correct map of the world laid down according to the newest discoveries and from the most exact observations, 1736 (hand coloured print) by Moll

Childs brain, MRI scan
Childs brain. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an coronal (vertical) section through the head and brain of a healthy 3-year-old child, passing through the ears

Nova Orbis Tabula in Lucem Edita
1578205 Nova Orbis Tabula in Lucem Edita; (add.info.: Nova Orbis Tabula in Lucem Edita by Frederik de wit (1630-1706). The map represents the two hemispheres

Hemispheres

Terrestrial globe, 1645-48 (wood, paper, gypsum and copper)
4071431 Terrestrial globe, 1645-48 (wood, paper, gypsum and copper) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638) and Joan (1596-1673); Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

The world in hemispheres showing height of the land and depth of the sea (colour litho)
3630822 The world in hemispheres showing height of the land and depth of the sea (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

World map in two hemispheres (colour engraving)
979806 World map in two hemispheres (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mappemonde en deux hemispheres (World map in two hemispheres), by C V Monin

Otto von Guericke, German scientist (1602-1686) with the famous Magdeburg hemispheres (chromolitho)
724738 Otto von Guericke, German scientist (1602-1686) with the famous Magdeburg hemispheres (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Otto von Guericke)

Experience celebre des hemispheres de Magdebourg (engraving)
3644622 Experience celebre des hemispheres de Magdebourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Experience celebre des hemispheres de Magdebourg)

Celebrated experiment with the Magdeburg hemispheres (engraving)
2793312 Celebrated experiment with the Magdeburg hemispheres (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Celebrated experiment with the Magdeburg hemispheres)

World map in two hemispheres (engraving)
979805 World map in two hemispheres (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mappemonde en deux hemispheres (World map in two hemispheres)

The World, Hemispheres (b / w photo)
6008497 The World, Hemispheres (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The World, Hemispheres)

The hemispheres of Magdebourg (engraving)
3098045 The hemispheres of Magdebourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The hemispheres of Magdebourg)

Autre experience sur les hemispheres de Magdebourg (engraving)
3644621 Autre experience sur les hemispheres de Magdebourg (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Autre experience sur les hemispheres de Magdebourg)

EARTHS HEMISPHERES 1870
Earths two hemispheres, one largely composed of land, the other predominantly of water Date: circa 1870

Eastern hemisphere map 1881
Harpers School Geography, New York, Harpers and Brothers, 1881

Magdeburg Hemispheres
In 1650 Otto von Guericke demonstrated that even a team of horses could not tug apart his hermetically sealed hemispheres from which the air had been evacuated

MRI brain scan F006 / 9208
Brain scan. False-colour magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a human head containing a healthy brain, seen in horizontal view. At upper frame, the two eyeballs can be seen

Brain limbic system
Limbic system. Artwork of the limbic system of the brain, a network involved in the expression of instinct and mood. The hippocampus (large purple oval, upper right) is involved in memory

Schiaparellis Mars, historical artwork
Giovanni Schiaparellis Mars of 1877 - 1878 with a small south polar caps and structures which led him to create the Mars canali, later misinterpreted as channels, Mars creatures made water ways

Otto Von Guericke / Worlds
OTTO VON GUERICKE German physicist, famous for his experiment of the Magdeburg hemispheres to demonstrate air pressure

Western Hemisphere map 1881
Harpers School Geography, New York, Harpers and Brothers, 1881

Cartoon, Political Mathematicians, Shaking the Broad bottomd Hemispheres, by James Gillray. To that last Hope of the Country, the New Opposition

Astronomical geography map 1875
The Independent Course Comprehensive Geography by James Monteith, A.S. Barnes & Co, New York & Chicago 1875

Easter hemisphere map 1867
Mitchellas Modern Atlas - Published by E.H. Butler and Co - Philadelphia 1867

Otto von Guericke conducts the experiment of the Magdeburg hemispheres with 24 horses

The hemispheres of Magdeburg

A map of the world from Atlas maritimus by John Seller, 1682 (hand coloured engraving)
XOS1765722 A map of the world from Atlas maritimus by John Seller, 1682 (hand coloured engraving) by Seller, John (1632-97); 12x14 cm; New York Public Library

A new and accurate map of the world, 1676 (hand coloured print)
XOS1765712 A new and accurate map of the world, 1676 (hand coloured print) by Speed, John (1552-1629) (after); 41x54 cm; New York Public Library

A general map of the world or terraqueous globe by Samuel Dunn, 1787 (engraving)
XOS1765709 A general map of the world or terraqueous globe by Samuel Dunn, 1787 (engraving) by English School, (18th century); 106x128 cm; New York Public Library

Double-hemisphere world map from Gooss Sea Atlas of the Water World, 1672 (hand
XOS1765706 Double-hemisphere world map from Gooss Sea Atlas of the Water World, 1672 (hand coloured engraving) by Goos, Pieter (fl.1670s); New York Public Library

Von Guerickes demonstration of power of vacuum, using Magdeburg hemispheres and two teams of horses. From Guericke Experimenta Nova, Amsterdam, 1672

Von Guerickes second air pump (1656ja), shown here being used to exhaust two Magdeburg hemispheres. From Experimenta Nova by Otto von Guericke (Amsterdam, 1672)

Zodiac constellations, artwork C017 / 0756
Constellations. Computer artwork showing the locations of the constellations that correspond to the signs of the zodiac. Clockwise from centre-left: scorpio, libra, virgo, leo, cancer, gemini

Earths orbit, artwork
Earths orbit. Computer artwork showing the Earth revolving around the Sun. The Earth takes around 365 days to complete a full orbit of the Sun

Earths seasons, artwork
Earths seasons. Computer artwork of the Earths orbit around the Sun, showing how the planets tilted axis gives rise to the seasons

Coloured MRI scan of the human head F007 / 4202
Brain scan. False-colour magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a human head containing a healthy brain, seen in horizontal view. At upper frame, the two eyeballs can be seen

Brain scan, MRI scan F006 / 4629
Normal brain. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an axial section through a healthy brain. The front of the brain is towards top of the image

Brain scan, MRI scan F006 / 4610
Normal brain. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an axial section through a healthy brain. The front of the brain is towards top of the image

Brain scan, MRI scan F006 / 4617
Normal brain. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an axial section through a healthy brain. The front of the brain is towards top of the image

Brain scan, MRI scan F006 / 4607
Normal brain. Coloured magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of an axial section through a healthy brain. The front of the brain is towards top of the image

Coloured MRI scan of the human head F007 / 4205
Brain scan. False-colour magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a human head containing a healthy brain, seen in horizontal view. At upper frame, the two eyeballs can be seen

Coloured MRI scan of the human head F006 / 9205
Brain scan. False-colour magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan of a human head containing a healthy brain, seen in horizontal view. At upper frame, the two eyeballs can be seen

Human brain, artwork C016 / 9370
Human brain, computer artwork

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"Hemispheres: Exploring the Boundaries of Knowledge" In the 17th century, world maps were meticulously crafted to depict our planet's hemispheres, showcasing the vastness and diversity of Earth. These ancient cartographic marvels allowed us to grasp the concept long before we ventured beyond our own planet. Fast forward to Mars, a celestial body that has captivated humanity for centuries. Composite satellite images reveal its contrasting landscapes, divided into two distinct hemispheres. Giovanni Schiaparelli's groundbreaking observations in 1877 unveiled Mars' dichotomy with his detailed map showcasing its two hemispheres. But it wasn't just Mars that fascinated us; even on Earth, exploration continued. In 1881, a new map emerged based on the latest discoveries - an accurate representation of our ever-evolving understanding of our own home. While outer space intrigued us endlessly, another frontier beckoned – within ourselves. MRI scans provided unprecedented insights into brain anatomy and function. A child's brain illuminated by these scans revealed intricate networks connecting different regions across both hemispheres – a testament to nature's complexity. Artwork depicting brain anatomy further highlighted this duality within ourselves - left hemisphere governing logic and language while right hemisphere embraced creativity and intuition. As we delved deeper into neuroscience, MRI scans continued unraveling mysteries locked within each individual’s mind - unveiling unique patterns in every child’s developing brain as they navigated their journey towards adulthood. From ancient maps charting unknown territories to composite satellite images revealing distant planets’ secrets; from anatomical explorations deep inside human minds to terrestrial globes representing interconnectedness between continents - "hemispheres" symbolize boundaries pushed and knowledge expanded throughout history. Whether gazing at an Eastern Hemisphere map from 1881 or admiring a terrestrial globe made centuries ago using wood, paper gypsum and copper; let these artifacts remind us how curiosity knows no bounds as we continue to explore the hemispheres of our world and beyond.