Bunsen Burner Collection

Method of producing a standard laboratory light, 1880
3480081 Method of producing a standard laboratory light, 1880; (add.info.: Method of producing a standard laboratory light)

Robert Wilhelm Eberhard von Bunsen (1811-1899)
865203 Robert Wilhelm Eberhard von Bunsen (1811-1899); (add.info.: Robert Wilhelm Eberhard von Bunsen (1811-1899) German chemist and spectroscopist

Browning's apparatus for producing spark spectra of salts and gases, 1881
3480082 Browning's apparatus for producing spark spectra of salts and gases, 1881; (add.info.: Browning's apparatus for producing spark spectra of salts)

Miss Elizabeth Funk, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Miss Elizabeth Funk, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Miss Elizabeth Funk, 1917

Interior Dept. - Bureau of Mines, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Interior Dept
Interior Dept. - Bureau of Mines, [Washington, DC], between 1910 and 1920. Scientist using a bunsen burner to heat a glass instrument

Army, U.S. Army Medical School; Typhoid Vaccine, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Army, U.S
Army, U.S. Army Medical School; Typhoid Vaccine, 1917

Sir Robert Ball lecturing to children at the Royal Institution (litho)
3620647 Sir Robert Ball lecturing to children at the Royal Institution (litho) by Pegram, Frederick (1870-1937); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bruleur de Bunsen (engraving)
2787890 Bruleur de Bunsen (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bruleur de Bunsen. Illustration for Le Monde Physique by Amedee Guillemin (Hachette, 1882)

Chemistry Set and Microscope, 1948 (colour litho)
2630067 Chemistry Set and Microscope, 1948 (colour litho) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Science Bunsen Burner August 1926 A chemist testing dyes on woollen material in laboratory 1920s

Robert Wilhelm Bunsen, 19th century German chemist, (1900). Bunsen (1811-1899) is widely considered one of the greatest experimental chemists of the 19th century

Henri Moissan, French chemist, c1900. Moissan (1852-1907) recovering diamonds after dissolving the iron surrounding them after the final stage in his production of artificial diamonds at the Edison

Spectroscopic apparatus used by Robert Wilhelm Bunsen and Gustav Robert Kirchhoff, c1895
Spectroscopic apparatus used by Robert Wilhelm Bunsen (1811-1899) and Gustav Robert Kirchhoff (1824-1887). Discovered Spectrum Analysis (1859)

Robert Bunsen, German chemist, 1850s. Artist: C Cook
Robert Bunsen, German chemist, 1850s. Signed portrait; Bunsen (1811-1899) is widely considered one of the greatest experimental chemists of the 19th century

Bunsen burner flame sequence. Montage showing how the flame of a bunsen burner varies from yellow and flickering to jet-like and blue. This device burns hydrocarbon gases to produce a flame

Burning magnesium powder in a bunsen burner flame. Magnesium powder will ignite easily. It is used in fireworks for the bright light produced

Test tube angled in a clamp stand, with a bunsen burner underneath, close-up

Section of a furnace
Illustration of a furnace

Furnace metal
Antique illustration of a metal furnace

Silver smelting
Illustration of a Silver smelting industry

Robert Bunsen (1811-1899), wood engraving, published in 1880
Robert Wilhelm Eberhard Bunsen (1811 - 1899), German chemist. He developed together with Gustav Kirchhoff the spectral analysis by means of which chemical elements can be detected with high

Lead compound burning with blue flame

Heating water and copper sulphate solution with bunsen burner, leaving blue copper sulphate crystals

Test tube of sulphur and iron mix held in tongs above bunsen burner

Bunsen burner, beaker and coal

Orange juice being boiled on a Bunsen burner

Convection experiment with paper dots in glass beaker of hot water on bunsen burner

Bunsen burner, illustration C018 / 0730
Bunsen burner, illustration. The burner uses natural gas to produce a single flame. The colour and temperature of this flame can be modified by adjusting the amount of air mixed with the gas

Copper oxidation experiment, artwork C017 / 3606
Copper oxidation experiment. Computer artwork of a copper sheet being heated with a Bunsen burner. When heated, the reddish-coloured metal copper reacts with the oxygen in the air to form copper

Chemistry experiment, 19th century
Chemistry experiment, 19th-century artwork. The apparatus at left is being used for distillation, with gas-fuelled bunsen burner at far left heating liquids in glass retorts

Robert Bunsen, German chemist
Robert Wilhelm Bunsen (1811-1899), German chemist. Bunsen studied chemistry at the University of Gottingen, completing his PhD by the age of 19

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The Bunsen Burner: A Timeless Tool in the World of Chemistry From Sir Robert Ball captivating young minds at the Royal Institution to the enchanting Bruleur de Bunsen engraving, the legacy of this iconic laboratory apparatus continues to burn brightly. The Chemistry Set and Microscope litho from 1948 takes us back to a time when budding scientists explored their curiosity with this trusty companion. Robert Wilhelm Bunsen, the brilliant German chemist of the 19th century, forever etched his name in scientific history with his invention. In a stunning photograph from 1900, we catch a glimpse of him as he delves into his groundbreaking experiments. Henri Moissan, another luminary in chemistry, also embraced its power around c1900. The spectroscopic apparatus used by Bunsen and Gustav Robert Kirchhoff in c1895 stands as a testament to their pioneering work on emission spectra. An artist's depiction from the 1850s showcases Robert Bunsen himself amidst his scientific pursuits - an emblematic figure who revolutionized laboratory practices. In August 1926, a chemist meticulously tests dyes on woollen material using this indispensable tool - showcasing its versatility beyond traditional chemical reactions. The mesmerizing flame sequence captured through lenses reveals its dynamic nature and ability to generate intense heat for various purposes. Not limited to ordinary experiments alone, Pasteur's groundbreaking anthrax vaccine experiment is immortalized alongside our beloved burner. This French chemist and bacteriologist harnessed its power for life-saving discoveries that transformed medicine forever. And let us not forget burning magnesium - an awe-inspiring sight that demonstrates both beauty and practicality within one fiery display. These captivating moments remind us why the humble yet mighty Bunsen Burner remains an essential part of every scientist's arsenal even today. As we delve deeper into scientific exploration, may we always remember those who paved the way, igniting our passion for knowledge with this timeless tool.