Gravitation Collection

Starlight bent by the Suns Attraction: The Einstein Theory
This diagram drawn by W. B. Robinson illustrates Professor Einsteins Theory that light is subject to gravitation. The drawing was based on British observers photographs at the eclipse of the sun

Milky way galaxy, artwork
Milky Way galaxy. Computer artwork of the Milky Way galaxy, which contains our solar system. The Milky Way is a spiral galaxy. It has a nucleus (yellow) of old stars at its centre

Isaac Newton (1642-1726/1727). English mathematician, astronomer and physicist. Chromolithography, 1876. Date: 2014

Sir Isaac Newton (engraving)
867826 Sir Isaac Newton (engraving) by Kneller, Godfrey (1646-1723) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727)

Isaac Newton discovers gravity, 1936 (colour litho)
473456 Isaac Newton discovers gravity, 1936 (colour litho) by Bull, Rene(1872-1942); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isaac Newton (1642-1727)

Page from Upstream by Richard Andre, Isaac Newton and gravity (colour litho)
5198168 Page from Upstream by Richard Andre, Isaac Newton and gravity (colour litho) by Andre, Richard (1834-1907); Private Collection; (add.info.: Illustration for Up Stream)

Forcibly Impressing on the Juvenile Mind the Soundness of Newtons Laws (litho)
6024629 Forcibly Impressing on the Juvenile Mind the Soundness of Newtons Laws (litho) by Robinson, William Heath (1872-1944); Private Collection; (add.info)

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AndreJa Ravnak

Sir Isaac Newton, taken from a series of cigarette cards, 1935
Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), English physicist and mathematician. Taken from a series of cigarette cards entitled Celebrities of British History produced by Carreas Ltd, 1935

Flat Earth Magazine
A typical issue of the Flat Earth Societys journal, The Earth not a Globe Review which also argues that universal gravitation is a delusion. Date: December 1896

Engraving depicting an experiment involving an inclined plane used to demonstrate the action of gravity on a falling body. Dated 18th Century

Anatoly Vlasov, Soviet physicist
Anatoly Alexandrovich Vlasov (1908-1975), Soviet physicist and mathematician, after being awarded the Lenin Prize. Vlasov was awarded this prize in 1970 for his work on plasma theory

Isaac Newton, English physicist
Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727), English physicist, mathematician and alchemist. As a mathematician Newton discovered the binomial theorem and developed differential and integral calculus

PSCI2A-00080
Isaac Newtons handwritten solution of the brachystochrone, or curve of quickest descent. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Isaac Newton engraving 1881
Le Monde Physique par Amedee Guillemin - Paris / Librairie Hachette et Cie 1881

Planets of the solar system
All planets of the solar system; Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn Uranus, and Neptune

Cluster of Interacting Galaxies
This image shows three galaxies playing a game of gravitational tug-of-war that may result in the eventual demise of one of them

A diagram explaining how tidal forces work on Jupiters moon Io

Comparison diagram showing the motion of stars with and without a companion
A star without a companion would appear to travel on a straight line on the night sky, compared to the background stars, but if the star has an orbiting companion it will not

Digitally generated image of our solar system and points beyond. Several data sets from various planetary and astronomy missions were combined to create this image

View of the universe and planets as seen from a distant moon

A tight pair of stars and a surrounding disk of dust
This artists concept illustrates a tight pair of stars and a surrounding disk of dust, most likely the shattered remains of planetary smashups

Illustration of two stars that have moved so close that each becomes tidally warped
This is an artists interpretation (inspired by an earlier Chesley Bonestell painting which appeared in Beyond The Solar System)

Solar System Poster

Artists concept of astronauts exploring the surface of Saturns moon Titan. While Titan is one of the largest terrestrial worlds in the Solar System, larger even than any of the known dwarf planets

A compact object, or a black hole, is seen ripping off gas from its sun-like companion that has filled its Roche Lobe. Gas from the star (called the donor)

Newton Meditating on the Law of Gravitation (J. Bell, Sculptor)

Isaac Newton (1642-1727) English scientist and mathematician. Reflecting telescope: differential calculus: gravitation. Newtons dog knocking over a candle and setting fire to Newtons papers

Einstein Cross Quasar: Gravitation Lens G2237 plus 0305. NASA photograph

Isaac Newton (1642-1727) English mathematician, astronomer and physicist. Differential calculus: gravitation: nature of light: telescope. Chromolithograph

Isaac Newton (1642-1727) English mathematician, astronomer and physicist. Differential calculus: gravitation: wave nature of light: reflecting telescope. Mezzotint

Newton Meditating on the Law of Gravitation (J. Bell, Sculptor)

Curvature of space-time, artwork C018 / 0946
Curvature of space-time. Computer artwork of a spherical body curving space-time. Einsteins General Theory of Relativity treats gravity as the curvature of space-time

Suns gravity well, artwork
Suns gravity well. Computer artwork of the Sun (orange) and Earth (blue), showing the Suns gravity well as a distorted grid. A gravity well is the gravitational potential field around a massive body

Earth in the Milky Way, artwork C017 / 0768
Earth in the Milky Way. Computer artwork of two views of the Milky Way galaxy, showing Earths location (red arrow) within it. The Milky Way is a spiral galaxy that contains our solar system

Galaxy, conceptual artwork F008 / 3414
Galaxy, conceptual computer artwork

Galaxy, conceptual artwork F008 / 3412
Galaxy, conceptual computer artwork

Galaxy, conceptual artwork F008 / 3410
Galaxy, conceptual computer artwork

Galaxy, conceptual artwork F008 / 3413
Galaxy, conceptual computer artwork

Galaxy, conceptual artwork F008 / 3411
Galaxy, conceptual computer artwork

Black hole and galaxy, artwork
Black hole and galaxy. Artwork of a black hole and a galaxy seen edge-on. A black hole is formed when the core of a sufficiently massive star collapses under its own weight

Mrk 231 galactic black hole, artwork C015 / 0792
Mrk 231 galactic black hole. Artwork of the environment around the supermassive black hole at the centre of the galaxy Markarian 231

Planet destroyed by white dwarf, artwork C015 / 0781
Planet destroyed by white dwarf. Artwork of the white dwarf star GD 362 pulling apart a planet. The debris is being incorporated into Saturn-like rings

Planet destroyed by white dwarf, artwork C015 / 0782
Planet destroyed by white dwarf. Artwork of the white dwarf star GD 362 pulling apart a planet. The debris is being incorporated into Saturn-like rings

NGC 4889 galactic black hole, artwork C015 / 0801
NGC 4889 galactic black hole. Artwork of stars in an elliptical galaxy clustered around a supermassive black hole (upper right) of about 10 billion solar masses

The discovery of the law of gravitation. Illustration shows a Wright Brothers airplane crashed into a tree with Sir Isaac Newton and another man in the wreckage on the ground. Date 1910 October 5

Coloured engraving of Isaac Newton
Coloured engraving of Sir Isaac Newton (1642- 1727), the English physicist and mathematician. Newton was aged about 52 when this portrait (by Sir Godfrey Kneller) was engraved

Von Eotvoss torsion scale. This device, designed to measure gravitational acceleration, was built and operated by the Hungarian physicist Lorand von Eotvos (1848-1919)

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"Unraveling the Mysteries of Gravitation: From Newton to Einstein" In this captivating artwork, we witness the profound influence on our universe. Starlight gracefully bends under the immense attraction of the Sun, as beautifully explained by Einstein's groundbreaking theory. The Milky Way galaxy serves as a backdrop for this exploration into one of nature's most fundamental forces, and is here that we delve into the remarkable contributions made by Isaac Newton, an English mathematician whose brilliance forever changed our understanding of gravity. Through an engraving capturing Sir Isaac Newton in all his intellectual might, we are transported back to a time when he first discovered gravity. A vivid color lithograph from 1936 brings to life this pivotal moment in history. A page from Richard Andre's "Upstream" further immerses us in Newton's world and his revolutionary laws governing motion and gravitation. The lithograph impressively showcases how these principles were forcibly imprinted on young minds, emphasizing their soundness. As we explore further, a black light image reminds us that even today, Sir Isaac Newton remains an iconic figure whose legacy continues to inspire generations. His portrait adorns cigarette cards from 1935, highlighting his enduring impact on science and society. We also encounter intriguing references such as Flat Earth Magazine and an engraving depicting an experiment involving an inclined plane used to demonstrate gravitational action. These serve as reminders that throughout history, scientists like Anatoly Vlasov have tirelessly worked towards unraveling the complexities surrounding gravitation. From its humble beginnings with Isaac Newton to its revolutionary transformation through Albert Einstein's theories – gravitation has captivated humanity for centuries. This collection of images invites us to ponder upon its mysteries while celebrating those who dedicated their lives to unlocking its secrets.