Distill Collection

DISTILLERY, 1844. Demons at work in a distillery allegedly operated by church deacon Amos Giles of Salem, Massachusetts: wood engraving, 1844

Lavoisier, Antoine Laurent (1743-1794). French chemist Established the composition of the water
Lavoisier, Antoine Laurent (1743-1794). French chemist.. Established the composition of the water and the basis of bioenergetics

Distillation, 16th century woodcut
Distillation. Coloured 16th century woodcut depicting apparatus used for distillation. Two liquids to be distilled are being heated in large flasks (bottom left and right)

CANADIAN CURRENCY, 1837. Rebellion scrip issued under the name Distillery of St. Denis, displaying various combinations of the monetary values of France, England, the U.S. and Spain, 1837

USA-Kentucky-Clermont: Jim Beam Bourbon Distillery- Porch with Rocking Chairs
USA, Kentucky, Clermont: Jim Beam Bourbon Distillery, Porch with Rocking Chairs

Photocard, 1930s: Rotterdam (coloured photo)
8671650 Photocard, 1930s: Rotterdam (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rotterdam)

Photocard, 1930s: Hamburg (coloured photo)
8671642 Photocard, 1930s: Hamburg (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Hamburg)

Two alchemists distilling an Elixir, 16th century (engraving)
3329492 Two alchemists distilling an Elixir, 16th century (engraving); (add.info.: Engraving depicting two alchemists distilling an Elixir, during the Elizabethan Period)

Distillation apparatus, 16th Century (woodcut)
8663805 Distillation apparatus, 16th Century (woodcut) by German School, (16th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Distillation apparatus, 16th Century)

Photocard, 1930s: Edinburgh (coloured photo)
8671677 Photocard, 1930s: Edinburgh (coloured photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Edinburgh)

Shipboard cooking equipment and apparatus for distilling sea water, 1850
3330779 Shipboard cooking equipment and apparatus for distilling sea water, 1850; (add.info.: Engraving of shipboard cooking equipment and apparatus for distilling sea water)

Alambic (engraving)
7158345 Alambic (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alambic. Illustration for Dictionnaire Francais Illustre des Mots et des Choses by MM Larive et Fleury)

Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours
6340315 Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours by Taylor, Isaac (1730-1807); (add.info.: Trades in Regency Scotland: distillery, cannon boring and paviours)

Whole board representing a display, a baker, a carriage, a distiller, a reaper
DUV4211690 Whole board representing a display, a baker, a carriage, a distiller, a reaper, a gas maker, a watchmaker, a printer, a gardener, a plower, a carpenter and a navigator

The Pelican distillation device used by Medieval alchemists. French line engraving, 19th century
MEDIEVAL ALCHEMICAL STILL. The Pelican distillation device used by Medieval alchemists. French line engraving, 19th century

Lavoisier, Antoine Laurent (Paris, 1743-1794). French chemist.. Established the composition of the water and the basis of bioenergetics

PHARMACY, c1500. A medieval herb garden and distillery. Woodcut, German, c1500

Wine distillery invented by Johannes Pistorius. 19th century German line engraving
DISTILLERY, 19th CENTURY. Wine distillery invented by Johannes Pistorius. 19th century German line engraving

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Making apple whiskey at a still in Rockland County New York, 1870s. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Egrot apparatus. Alcohol destillation. Exposition of Paris
Egrot apparatus. Alcohol destillation. Gold medal. Exposition of Paris, 1878. Engraving by Victor Rose. La Ilustracion Espanola y Americana, 1897. Colored

TURPENTINE DISTILLERY, 1937. African Americans working in a turpentine distillery in the pine woods of Georgia. Photograph by Dorothea Lange, July 1937

WHISKEY STILL, 1616. Woodcut, English, 1616

Various distill devices, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1683

ALCHEMISTS AT WORK. Woodcut, 17th century

HOUSEHOLD STILL, 1616. Woodcut, English

WHISKEY STILL, 1616. Woodcut, English

MEDIEVAL STILL, c1500. Woodcut, c1500

Chapoutier winery, the storage room for spirits and marc. Chapoutier is one of the few who still have the right to distill alcohol. Tain laiHermitage, Drome, France

Desire Savalles fractional still for making wine. 19th century French line engraving
DISTILLATION, 19th CENTURY. Desire Savalles fractional still for making wine. 19th century French line engraving

Third still of Isaac Berard. Line engraving, French, 19th century
DISTILLERY, 19th CENTURY. Third still of Isaac Berard. Line engraving, French, 19th century

A distillery equipped with fractional stills. Line engraving, 19th century
DISTILLERY, 19th CENTURY. A distillery equipped with fractional stills. Line engraving, 19th century

Still designed by Edouard Adam. From a mid-19th century wood engraving
DISTILLATION, 1801. Still designed by Edouard Adam. From a mid-19th century wood engraving

Distillery owned by Austrian baron Max von Springer in Maisons-Alfort, France. 19th century French line engraving
FRENCH DISTILLERY. Distillery owned by Austrian baron Max von Springer in Maisons-Alfort, France. 19th century French line engraving

French wine distillery of Derosne and Cail, 19th century line engraving
FRENCH DISTILLERY. French wine distillery of Derosne and Cail, 19th century line engraving

First still of Isaac Berard, c1804: wood engraving, French, 19th century
DISTILLERY, c1804. First still of Isaac Berard, c1804: wood engraving, French, 19th century

17th century still invented by chemist, Nicolas Lefevre. French line engraving
DISTILLERY, 17th CENTURY. 17th century still invented by chemist, Nicolas Lefevre. French line engraving

Second still of Isaac Berard. French line engraving, 19th century
DISTILLERY, 19th CENTURY. Second still of Isaac Berard. French line engraving, 19th century

A brandy distillery: line engraving, French, 18th century
DISTILLERY, 18th CENTURY. A brandy distillery: line engraving, French, 18th century

Line engraving, English, 19th century
DISTILLATION. Line engraving, English, 19th century

Cails still for the
RUM PRODUCTION: STILL. Cails still for the manufacture of rum in the French West Indies. Line engraving, French, 9th century

Desire Savalles fractional still. Line engraving, French, 19th century
DISTILLATION, 19th CENTURY. Desire Savalles fractional still. Line engraving, French, 19th century

A mid-nineteenth century chemical still. Contemporary wood engraving
CHEMICAL STILL. A mid-nineteenth century chemical still. Contemporary wood engraving

Apparatus for the distillation of brandy: line engraving, French, 18th century
DISTILLERY, 18th CENTURY. Apparatus for the distillation of brandy: line engraving, French, 18th century

Herbal liqueur production, 1880s C017 / 6900
Herbal liqueur production. 19th-century artwork of Chartreuse herbal liqueur being produced by the Carthusian monks of the Grande Chartreuse monastery, near Grenoble, France

An alchemist (seated left wearing eyeglasses) and his assistants. Color copper engraving by Joan Galle after Stradanus
ALCHEMY: LABORATORY. An alchemist (seated left wearing eyeglasses) and his assistants. Color copper engraving by Joan Galle after Stradanus (1523-1605)

A physician distilling and decanting medicinal oils. Woodcut from an English translation of Konrad von Gesners Newe
PHYSICIAN, 1576. A physician distilling and decanting medicinal oils. Woodcut from an English translation of Konrad von Gesners Newe Iewell of Health, London, England, 1576

An alchemist (seated left wearing eyeglasses) and his assistants. Copper engraving by Joan Galle after Stradanus
ALCHEMY: LABORATORY. An alchemist (seated left wearing eyeglasses) and his assistants. Copper engraving by Joan Galle after Stradanus (1523-1605)

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"Distill: Unveiling the Art and Science of Transformation" Step back in time to the 16th century with a captivating woodcut depicting the process of distillation. Witness how this ancient technique has evolved over centuries, as showcased by a 1844 wood engraving revealing demons allegedly at work in a distillery operated by church deacon Amos Giles of Salem, Massachusetts. This intriguing portrayal sheds light on the controversial history surrounding alcohol production. Enter the realm of scientific discovery with Antoine Laurent Lavoisier, a renowned French chemist who established the composition of water. His groundbreaking research revolutionized our understanding of distillation and its role in chemistry. Travel across continents to Kentucky's Clermont, where Jim Beam Bourbon Distillery invites you to relax on their porch adorned with rocking chairs. Experience firsthand the rich heritage and craftsmanship that goes into producing one of America's most beloved spirits. Delve into Canada's past through rebellion scrip issued under the name "Distillery of St. " Explore how this currency played a part in shaping Canadian history during tumultuous times. Marvel at German industry in the 1930s as perfumes are meticulously manufactured using intricate techniques. Discover how distillation plays an essential role in capturing fragrances that captivate our senses. Immerse yourself in William Hogarth's iconic Gin Lane through vibrant chromolithographs. These vivid depictions offer glimpses into London's gin-soaked streets during an era when distilling practices were intertwined with social issues. Journey further back to witness a c. 1930 engraving showcasing Distillery Benedictine—a testament to enduring traditions passed down through generations. Finally, explore Regency Scotland’s diverse trades—distilleries alongside cannon boring and paviours (road builders). Gain insight into how these industries shaped society during this transformative period. From historical controversies to scientific breakthroughs, from serene porches to bustling factories—the world of "distill" is a captivating tapestry of art, science, and human ingenuity.