Apothecaries Collection

Advert, J G Beavan & Co, Chemists and Apothecaries Date: 1826

Great Plague of London of 1665
Blaize, an apothecary, tests medicines to try and cure the plague Date: 1665

Apothecaries Company
The Lambeth Drug Mill stood in Grays Walk, roughly where the Ethelred Street estate now lies, to the north of Black Prince Road

Botanic Gardens Chelsea
The Chelsea Physic Garden (as it is now known) was established as the Apothecaries Garden in London, England, in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries to grow plants to be used as medicines

Success in Life: Role reversal and the modern professional woman
532271 Success in Life: Role reversal and the modern professional woman. George du Maurier cartoon for Punch Almanack for 1867

Apothecaries Taylors conquering France and Spain (coloured engraving)
2632299 Apothecaries Taylors conquering France and Spain (coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Portrait of Lambert Bidloo (engraving)
820497 Portrait of Lambert Bidloo (engraving) by Dutch School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lambert Bidloo, Dutch apothecary and Mennonite)

17th century Apothecaries
Apothecaries preparing medicines, pounding the ingredients with pestles in a mortar. Date: 17th century

Druggist Pharmacist Chemist Apothecary Apothecaries
An apothecary shop in an Arab bazaar. A veiled woman customer speaks with the druggist. After a French print published 1857

Traffic Policeman at Heyls Corner, Hamilton, Bermuda. Date: circa 1963

Medieval Apothecary
A medieval apothecary

Scientific Conversazione
The Society of Apothecaries holds a Scientific conversazione at their council chamber, Apothecaries Hall, in Blackfriars, London. The evening focused on the use of the microscope. Date: 11 April 1855

Apothecary 1827
An apothecary mixing medicines with a pestle and mortar in his laboratory. Date: 1827

Apothecaries Hall, Pilgrim Street Date: 1831

Rhubarb (Rheum officinalis) used as a laxative, a tonic and an astringent. Hand coloured engraving from Simeon Shaw Nature Displayed, London, 1823

In 1865 Elizabeth Garrett Anderson (1836-1917) was licensed to practice by the Society of Apothecaries. Having been refused admission to medical schools (on grounds of her sex) in 1860

Success in Life: Role reversal and the modern professional woman. George du Maurier cartoon for Punch Almanack for 1867. In 1865 Elizabeth Garrett Anderson (1836-1917)

Hans Sloane (1660-1753) Irish-born collector and physician. Gifted the Chelsea Physick Garden, established on his estate at Chelsea, London, to the Apothecaries Company

Rosa gallica, apothecaries rose
Copy of De Materia Medica, made by the Greek physician Dioscorides. Used as standard medical work up to Middle Ages. Copy made in 1460 and owned by Sir Joseph Banks

Herbal medicine, 15th century
Herbal medicine. 15th-century manuscript page showing women gathering plants for use in herbal medicine. The text across bottom is in Latin

Pharmacy preparations, 16th century
Pharmacy preparations, 16th-century artwork showing pharmacists (apothecaries) preparing treatments for patients. This artwork is from Ortus sanitatis

Cosmas and Damian, Christian saints. A winged cherub is holding laurel wreaths over their heads. One of the saints is holding an apothecarys flask

C17 Apothcaries / Woodcut
Apothecaries preparing medicines, pounding the ingredients with pestles in a mortar

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"Unveiling the Secrets of Apothecaries: From Ancient Traditions to Modern Achievements" Step into the world of apothecaries, where science and medicine intertwine to heal and cure. J G Beavan & Co, Chemists and Apothecaries, invite you on a journey through time as we explore the fascinating history of this noble profession. In 1665, during the Great Plague of London, apothecaries played a vital role in combating the deadly disease. Their knowledge and remedies brought hope to a city gripped by fear. Fast forward to 1865 when Elizabeth Garrett Anderson shattered gender barriers by becoming licensed to practice by the Society of Apothecaries. Despite being denied admission to medical schools due to her sex in 1860, she paved the way for future generations of women in medicine. The Apothecaries Company stands as an emblem of excellence and innovation. Its association with Botanic Gardens Chelsea showcases their dedication to botanical research and herbal remedies that have stood the test of time. Witness how apothecaries transcended borders as depicted in "Apothecaries Taylors conquering France and Spain, " a captivating coloured engraving capturing their triumphs abroad. Lambert Bidloo's portrait immortalizes his contributions as an esteemed figure within this esteemed profession during the 17th century. Through scientific conversaziones held at prestigious venues like Apothecary Hall, these practitioners gathered minds from various disciplines for intellectual exchange – fostering progress in pharmaceutical sciences. Transport yourself back to 1827 with our vivid depiction of an apothecary at work; meticulously measuring ingredients while crafting life-saving potions. This snapshot encapsulates their unwavering commitment towards patient care. Join us as we celebrate centuries-old traditions blended seamlessly with modern advancements that have propelled apothecaries into today's healthcare landscape. Witness how role reversal has empowered countless professional women who thrive in this field, exemplifying the success achievable through determination and talent.