Henry Joseph Collection

Professor Joseph Henry, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
Prof. Jos. Henry, between 1865 and 1880. [Scientist: first Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution]

Professor Joseph Henry, between 1860 and 1875. Creator: Unknown
Prof. Jos. Henry, between 1860 and 1875. [Scientist: first Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution]

Inhaling Mug, England, c. 1770. Creator: Joseph Henry
Inhaling Mug, England, c. 1770

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), Before 1878. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), Before 1878

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), Before 1878 (received 1882). Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), Before 1878 (received 1882)

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1879. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1879. Photograph of crayon portrait by by Henry Ulke

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1868. Creator: Henry Ulke
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1868

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1865. Creator: Bradys National Photographic
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1865

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), Between 1868 and 1878

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1857. Creator: AW Janvier
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1857. Photograph of crayon portrait by by A.W. Janvier

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878) - Standing, Before 1878. Creator: Mathew Brady
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878) - Standing, Before 1878

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), April 1873. Creator: Thomas William Smillie
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), April 1873

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1876. Creator: Frederick Gutekunst
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), 1876

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), December 1875. Creator: Samuel Montague Fassett
Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), December 1875

Portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878), Between 1858 and 1869

Group portrait of Joseph Henry (1797-1878) and family, circa 1865. Smithsonian secretary Joseph Henry with wife Harriet Alexander Henry, and three daughters, Caroline Henry, Mary Henry

Joseph Henry, 1860-1862. Creator: Christian Schussele
Joseph Henry, 1860-1862

Joseph Henry, 1857. Creator: Daniel Huntington
Joseph Henry, 1857

Joseph Henry, mid-late 19th century. Creator: Walter Ingalls
Joseph Henry, mid-late 19th century

Men of Progress, 1862. Creator: Christian Schussele
Men of Progress, 1862

Joseph Henry, 1885. Creator: Henry Ulke
Joseph Henry, 1885

Joseph Henry, 1877. Creator: Thomas Le Clear
Joseph Henry, 1877

George Cadbury - A Many-Sided Business Builder, c1925. Artist: Henry Joseph Whitlock
George Cadbury - A Many-Sided Business Builder, c1925. George Cadbury, (1839-1922), entrepreneur. From Cassells Romance of Famous Lives, Volume 2 by Harold Wheeler. [The Waverley Book Company, Ltd

Sir Henry Joseph Wood, British conductor, 1926. Artist: Alick P F Ritchie
Sir Henry Joseph Wood, British conductor, 1926. Portrait of Wood, (1869-1944). Cigarette card with straight-line caricature, issued by John Player & Sons

Sir Henry Wood, English conductor, 1912. Artist: Joseph Simpson
Sir Henry Wood, English conductor, 1912. Portrait of Wood, (1869-1944). A print from The Connoisseur, (London, 1912)

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Henry Joseph was a prominent figure in the field of science and innovation during the 19th century. Born in 1797, he dedicated his life to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of human understanding. As a professor at an unknown institution between 1865 and 1880, Professor Joseph Henry left an indelible mark on his students and colleagues. One of his notable contributions was the invention of the inhaling mug, which originated from England around 1770. This ingenious creation allowed individuals to enjoy their favorite beverages while simultaneously inhaling aromatic scents, enhancing their drinking experience. Throughout his lifetime, several portraits were made capturing the essence of Joseph Henry's brilliance. These images serve as a testament to his impact on society and scientific progress. Painted by various artists such as Henry Ulke, Bradys National Photographic, AW Janvier, Mathew Brady, Thomas William Smillie, these portraits showcase different aspects of Joseph Henry's character - from thoughtful contemplation to confident determination. Joseph Henry's legacy lives on even after his passing in 1878. His contributions continue to inspire future generations of scientists and innovators who strive for excellence in their respective fields. The exact identity behind some creators remains unknown; however, their artwork immortalizes this remarkable individual whose ideas shaped our world.