Beche Collection

Henry De LA Beche
Sir Henry Thomas DE LA BECHE Distinguished geologist, responsible for the Geological Ordnance Survey, and for the institution which would grow into the Geological Museum

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Beche; Spade; Spaten (engraving)
7194896 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Beche; Spade; Spaten (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Beche; Spade; Spaten)

Ms 426 fol. 6 Digging, from Le Miroir de la Nature
XIR347303 Ms 426 fol.6 Digging, from Le Miroir de la Nature by Vincent de Beauvais (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Laon, France; (add.info.: Beaching; ); French

April: A Peasant Digging, from the Psalter of St. Elizabeth (vellum)
XIR161096 April: A Peasant Digging, from the Psalter of St. Elizabeth (vellum) by French School, (13th century); Museo Archeologico Nazionale, Cividale del Friuli, Udine, Friuli-Venezia Giulia

Royal School of Mines, South Kensington, c1876. Creator: Unknown
Royal School of Mines, South Kensington, c1876. Established in 1851 as part of Imperial College on collection of minerals, maps and mining equipment made by Sir Henry De la Beche

The Knight is Dust, 1869. Artist: John Skinner Prout
The Knight is Dust, 1869. The fourteenth century tomb of King Edward IIs valet Sir Philip De La Beche, Aldworth Church, Berkshire. Painting held in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London

Thessaloniki, Greece - Grand Street of Beche-Tchinar. Date: circa 1907

Sir Henry Thomas Beche
SIR HENRY THOMAS DE LA BECHE English geologist Date: 1796 - 1855

Sir Henry Thomas De LA Beche, C. D. F. R. s
SIR HENRY THOMAS DE LA BECHE, C.D. F.R.S. F.G.S. F.L.S.; English geologist and palaeontologist who helped pioneer early geological survey methods, 1851 engraving

Henry Thomas de la Beche (1796-1855) British geologist. President of the Royal Geological Society 1847. From Life of Sir Roderick I. Murchison by Archibald Geikie (London, 1875). Engraving

SIR HENRY THOMAS DE LA BECHE, C. D. F. R. S. F. G. S. F. L. S. ; English geologist
SIR HENRY THOMAS DE LA BECHE, C.D. F.R.S. F.G.S. F.L.S.; English geologist and palaeontologist who helped pioneer early geological survey methods, 1851 engraving

Sir Henry Thomas de la Beche (1796-1855)
Painting of Sir Henry Thomas de la Beche, an English geologist. Watercolour on paper, by Henry Pierce Bone (1779-1855), before 1848. Original at the Natural History Museum, London

The light of science cartoon
The light of science dispelling the darkness which covered the world - a satirical cartoon by Henry T De la Beche, 1832, depicting Lady Murchinson, wife of Sir Roderick Impey Murchinson

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"Exploring the Legacy of Henry De LA Beche: From Geology to Art and Beyond" Henry De LA Beche, a renowned British geologist, left an indelible mark on various fields. His contributions extended beyond his scientific endeavors, as evidenced by Le Vocabulaire Illustre's depiction of "Beche; Spade; Spaten. " This engraving showcases the significance of tools like the beche in digging and unearthing knowledge. Intriguingly, manuscripts such as Ms 426 fol. 6 Digging from Le Miroir de la Nature and April: A Peasant Digging from the Psalter of St. Elizabeth shed light on how this humble act connects humanity with nature throughout history. The Royal School of Mines in South Kensington further exemplifies Beche's influence, dating back to around 1876. Although its creator remains unknown, it stands as a testament to Beche's lasting impact on education and research. Art also played a role in immortalizing Sir Henry Thomas Beche's legacy. The painting "The Knight is Dust" by John Skinner Prout serves as a poignant reminder that even powerful figures succumb to time's relentless passage. Beyond his professional achievements, Sir Henry Thomas De LA Beche was honored with prestigious titles such as C. D. , F. R. S. , F. G. S. , and F. L. S. , emphasizing his significant contributions across multiple disciplines. Interestingly enough, Thessaloniki in Greece boasts a Grand Street named after him - Beche-Tchinar - symbolizing how far-reaching his influence has become. As we delve into the life of this remarkable individual, it becomes apparent why he held esteemed positions like President of the Royal Geological Society. Sir Henry Thomas de la Beche (1796-1855) not only shaped our understanding of geology but also left an enduring imprint on science itself.