Gmelin Collection

Numenius Tahitiensis (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho)
1272402 Numenius Tahitiensis (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Hitchcock, W.E. Phila)

Ixos Haemorrhous (Gmelin)
1272405 Ixos Haemorrhous (Gmelin) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Hitchcock, W.E. Phila)

Garrulax Perspicillatus (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho)
1272403 Garrulax Perspicillatus (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Hitchcock, W.E. Phila)

Heterornis Sericea (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho)
1272404 Heterornis Sericea (Gmelin), 1855 (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Free Library of Philadelphia; (add.info.: Hitchcock, W.E. Phila)

Portrait of Leopold Gmelin (1788-1853), 1830. Creator: Rosmasler, Johann Friedrich (c
Portrait of Leopold Gmelin (1788-1853), 1830. Private Collection

Interieur de la Maison de l Inca au Canar Vues des
Interieur de la Maison de l Inca, au Canar, Vues des Cordilleres, et monumens des peuples indigenes de l Amerique, Gmelin, Friedrich-Wilhelm, 1760-1820, Humboldt, Alexander von, 1769-1859, Engraving

Portrait of the naturalist, botanist and geographer Johann Georg Gmelin (1709-1755), Mid of the 18th cen.. Found in the collection of the Russian National Library, St. Petersburg

Leopold Gmelin
LEOPOLD GMELIN German chemist at Heidelberg who discovered potassium ferricyanide, henceforth known as Gmelins Salt : author of standard chemistry textbook Date: 1788 - 1853

Leopold Gmelin (1788-1853), German physiological chemist. Professor of chemistry and medicine at Heidelberg University 1817-1852. From James Sheridan Muspratt Chemistry (London, c1860). Engraving

Stemmacantha uniflora
Illustration from Flora Sibirica (1747-1769) by Johann Georg Gmelin. Type Specimens of plants named by Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778)

LEOPOLD GMELIN (1788-1853). German chemist. Steel engraving, English, 19th century

1795 Domesticated female orangutan
1795 " A Domesticated Female Orang Outang" (sic). J. Thle del et J. Chapman sculpt. from J. Frid Gmelin and Carl Linnaeus (posthumous)

1795 Wild Man of the woods - orangutan
1795 " The Orang Outang, or Wild Man of the Woods" (sic). J. Thle del et J. Chapman sculpt. from J. Frid Gmelin and Carl Linnaeus (posthumous)

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"Gmelin: A Legacy of Exploration, Art, and Science" Discover the captivating world through a series of diverse hints. From the vibrant Numenius Tahitiensis (Gmelin), 1855 color litho to the striking Ixos Haemorrhous (Gmelin) and Garrulax Perspicillatus (Gmelin), 1855 color litho, immerse yourself in nature's beauty. But Gmelin is not only about wildlife; it also encompasses portraits that depict influential figures like Leopold Gmelin himself. In Johann Friedrich Rosmasler's 1830 creation, we encounter a portrait capturing Leopold Gmelin's essence—a naturalist, botanist, and geographer who left an indelible mark on scientific exploration. Delve further into history with Johann Jacob Haid's mid-18th-century portrayal of another prominent figure—Johann Georg Gmelin. This naturalist was known for his contributions to various fields such as botany and geography. Leopold Gmelin's impact extended beyond portraiture; he made significant strides in physiological chemistry as a German chemist. His legacy lives on through his groundbreaking research and teachings as a professor of chemistry. Explore even more facets of this remarkable name—the Interieur de la Maison de l'Inca au Canar Vues des offers glimpses into ancient cultures while Stemmacantha uniflora showcases botanical wonders associated with Gmelins' discoveries. To complete this journey through time, witness an enchanting engraving from the 19th century depicting LEOPOLD GMELIN (1788-1853). This steel engraving captures the essence of this esteemed chemist whose work continues to inspire generations today. Lastly, let us not forget our connection to other living beings—an intriguing glimpse at a domesticated female orangutan from 1795 reminds us of the intricate relationship between humans and animals.