Nineteenth Century Collection (page 3)

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Nineteenth Century Collection: Morocco, Marrakech-Safi (Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz) region, Marrakesh

Morocco, Marrakech-Safi (Marrakesh-Tensift-El Haouz) region, Marrakesh. Colorful painted ceiling at Bahia Palace (Palais de la Bahia)

Nineteenth Century Collection: Rhacophorus, Tree frog

Rhacophorus, Tree frog
Tree Frog from Sarawak. Drawing of a tree frog by Alfred Russel Wallace - hand coloured. Drawn looking down onto the back of the frog spread out showing webbed feet

Nineteenth Century Collection: Urania speciosa; Palm

Urania speciosa; Palm
Watercolour from the John Reeves Collection; c.1820s Date: 1820

Nineteenth Century Collection: Didus ineptus, dodo design

Didus ineptus, dodo design
Drawing 51 Vol 2 by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the panel over doorway in the South East gallery, first floor of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875

Nineteenth Century Collection: Cactua moluccensis, salmon-crested cockatoo

Cactua moluccensis, salmon-crested cockatoo
Large Series plate 24, a watercolour from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China. The plant is Erythrina arborescens

Nineteenth Century Collection: Mangifera indica, mango

Mangifera indica, mango
Plate 234 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nineteenth Century Collection: Lyme Regis

Lyme Regis
The Lower Jurassic cliffs incorporating Lower Lias and Charmouth Mudstone rocks, Charmouth, Dorset, UK

Nineteenth Century Collection: Pterodactyl and scimitar-toothed lion design

Pterodactyl and scimitar-toothed lion design
Drawing by Alfred Waterhouse for the ornamentation of the Natural History Museum, London, 1875-1876. Waterhouse designed the museum in the 1860s, and it first opened its doors on Easter Monday 1881

Nineteenth Century Collection: Biophytum sensitivum, sikerpud

Biophytum sensitivum, sikerpud
Plate 190 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nineteenth Century Collection: Faade of the historic Palazzo del Doge Gritti, from which the building takes its name. Venice

Faade of the historic Palazzo del Doge Gritti, from which the building takes its name. Venice. Venice Building Arts and handicrafts of XIX century, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Nineteenth Century Collection: Cupid kissing Psyche, work by Antonio Canova preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris

Cupid kissing Psyche, work by Antonio Canova preserved in the Louvre Museum, Paris. France Paris, Louvre Museum Sculptural Group Neoclassicism, Nineteenth century, 19th century, Europe

Trafalgar Square, London, UK, England. 1930 - 1940s

Nineteenth Century Collection: Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)

Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection (Zoology)
Plate 102 from the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China 1774-1856

Nineteenth Century Collection: Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937)

Lord Lionel Walter Rothschild (1868-1937)
Lord Rothschild, founder of the Natural History Museum at Tring, riding on the back of a giant tortoise

Ornithoptera croesus, Wallaces golden birdwing butterfly

Nineteenth Century Collection: Garcinia mangostana, mangosteen

Garcinia mangostana, mangosteen
Plate 648 from the Fleming Indian Drawings Collection, c. 1795-1805. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nineteenth Century Collection: Nyrustuca moschata, nutmeg

Nyrustuca moschata, nutmeg
Illustration by Margaret Bushby Lascelles Cockburn (1829-1928). Held at the Natural History Museum, London

Nineteenth Century Collection: Pedigree of Man

Pedigree of Man
Tab XV from Ernst Haeckel (1879) The Evolution of man: a popular exposition of the principal points of human ontogeny and phylogeny, London: Kegan Paul, 2 v: ill

Nineteenth Century Collection: Tropaeolum majus, nasturtium

Tropaeolum majus, nasturtium
Drawing by Arthur Harry Church, 1903. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nineteenth Century Collection: Orange de Malte, Maltese blood orange

Orange de Malte, Maltese blood orange
Tab 13 from Histoire Naturelle des Orangers 1818 by Antoine Risso (1777-1845). Picture shows a close-up of the whole orange

Nineteenth Century Collection: Turdus philomelos, song thrush

Turdus philomelos, song thrush
Plate 19 from Henry Eeles Dressers A History of the Birds of Europe.. (1871-96)

Nineteenth Century Collection: Jacobs 1890s UK biscuits Warning - small image size

Jacobs 1890s UK biscuits Warning - small image size
Jacob├òs 1890s UK biscuits Warning - small image size

Nineteenth Century Collection: Muscles of the neck

Muscles of the neck, historical artwork. The upper figure shows the front of the neck with the skin and fascia (connective tissue) removed to expose the musculature (red) and tendons

Nineteenth Century Collection: Pen and ink sketch by B. Waterhouse Hawkins

Pen and ink sketch by B. Waterhouse Hawkins
Sketch on the reverse of a letter dated 24 October 1855, written to Professor Richard Owen from Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins Date: 1855

Nineteenth Century Collection: Squalus maximus, Basking shark taken at Brighton 5 Dec 1812

Squalus maximus, Basking shark taken at Brighton 5 Dec 1812
Watercolour and ink

Nineteenth Century Collection: Coral Gallery c. 1895

Coral Gallery c. 1895
Photograph of coral display cases by Anthony Gepp. The Coral Gallery opened in 1881 in the West Wing of the Waterhouse Building. Date: 1881

Nineteenth Century Collection: Pachira aquatica, Malabar or Guyana chestnut

Pachira aquatica, Malabar or Guyana chestnut
Watercolour by Robert Schomburgk, 1840s Date: 1840

Nineteenth Century Collection: Megatherium and Glyptodon

Megatherium and Glyptodon
Sheet 5 of a series of posters by Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862 showing Megatherium and Glyptodon. Date: circa 1862

Nineteenth Century Collection: Anoplotherium commune & gracile, Palaeotherium

Anoplotherium commune & gracile, Palaeotherium
Sheet 4 of a series of posters called Extinct Animals by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins c. 1862. This collection of mammals could be found during the Eocene epoch some 50 million years ago

Tea Clipper, 1860s, expanded cross-section

Map of Basses-Pyrenees, France

Nineteenth Century Collection: Pilgrims Bathing in Roben Waterfall, c1827. Pilgrims are taking a ritual bath

Pilgrims Bathing in Roben Waterfall, c1827. Pilgrims are taking a ritual bath before visiting the shrine at Oyama. Katsushika Hokusai (1770-1849) Japanese artist and printmaker

Nineteenth Century Collection: Mergellus albellus, smew

Mergellus albellus, smew
Plate 37 from John Goulds The Birds of Great Britain, Vol. 5 (1873). Hand coloured lithograph

Nineteenth Century Collection: Geochelone radiata, radiated tortoise

Geochelone radiata, radiated tortoise
Lithograph by Edward Lear of drawing by James de Carle Sowerby. Plate from Tortoises, Terrapins and Turtles, drawn from life (1872), introduction by Dr. John Edward Gray

Nineteenth Century Collection: Pterois volitans, red lionfish

Pterois volitans, red lionfish
Plate 112 from the John Reeves Collection. John Reeves, a 19th Century Tea Inspector, travelled to Canton, China in order to develop a large collection of Chinese natural history drawings

Nineteenth Century Collection: Licuala sp

Licuala sp
Plate 981 from the John Reeves Collection of Botanical Drawings from Canton, China. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Nineteenth Century Collection: Reptile Gallery, November 1889

Reptile Gallery, November 1889
The Reptile Gallery displayed a collection of stuffed specimens and skeletons of reptiles, including crocodiles, lizards, snakes and tortoises

Nineteenth Century Collection: Talpa europaea, European mole

Talpa europaea, European mole
Plate 123 Common Mole. Original watercolour drawing from The Naturalists Library, Mammalia, Vol. 3, 1833-1843, by Sir William Jardine (1800-1874)

1890s UK carters bird seed birds poetry

Nineteenth Century Collection: Bill of fare from Crystal Palace, 31 / 12 / 1853

Bill of fare from Crystal Palace, 31 / 12 / 1853
Menu for the dinner in the Iguanodon and original artwork by Benjamin Waterhouse Hawkins, donated by his granddaughter Mary Hawkins

Map of Poland, Belarus and Ukraine, 1899

Map of Elsass-Lothringen, 1899

Nineteenth Century Collection: QUEENs DOCK, HULL. The Port of Hull is a trading port located at the confluence of the River Hull

QUEENs DOCK, HULL. The Port of Hull is a trading port located at the confluence of the River Hull and the Humber Estuary in the city of Kingston upon Hull in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England

Nineteenth Century Collection: Henry Walter Bates (1825-1892) see 51935

Henry Walter Bates (1825-1892) see 51935
Bates collections and notebooks are held at the Natural History Museum, London. Bates is best known for his publication Naturalis on the River Amazon (1863) and his work on mimicry

Nineteenth Century Collection: Old Sugar Mill, St. Thomas, West Indies 1873

Old Sugar Mill, St. Thomas, West Indies 1873
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876), funded by the British Government for scientific purposes

Nineteenth Century Collection: Ejecting an intruder

Ejecting an intruder
Plate opposite page 297 from The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace, London 1874

Nineteenth Century Collection: Varecia variegata, ruffed lemur

Varecia variegata, ruffed lemur
LS Plate 74 of the John Reeves Collection of Zoological Drawings from Canton, China, 1774-1856

Nineteenth Century Collection: Cacatua moluccensis, salmon-crested cockatoo

Cacatua moluccensis, salmon-crested cockatoo
Plate 2 from Edward Lears Illustrations of the Family of Psittacidae or Parrots (1832). Hand coloured lithograph

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"Exploring the Nineteenth Century: Unveiling Fossils, Maps, and Curiosities" Step back in time to the fascinating nineteenth century, where remarkable discoveries and peculiarities abound. Meet Mary Anning (1799-1847), a pioneering paleontologist who unearthed prehistoric creatures like Ichthyosaurus and Plesiosaurus from ancient English cliffs. Delve into the world of Strigops habroptilus, better known as kakapo - a rare flightless parrot that captivated naturalists with its unique characteristics. Navigate through an old map of the majestic Alps, tracing the footsteps of adventurous explorers who braved their treacherous peaks. Witness the birth of modern transportation with Stephensons Rocket in 1829, revolutionizing locomotion forever. Amidst all this excitement lies a touch of humor; chuckle at "Awful Changes, " a satirical cartoon depicting societal transformations during this era. Discover medicinal remedies for brain salt headaches or indigestion prevalent in 1890s UK - intriguing concoctions designed to alleviate discomfort. Marvel at an antique map showcasing London's evolution throughout history - witness how it transformed from medieval streets to bustling metropolis over centuries. Admire Strelitzea sp. , commonly known as bird-of-paradise flower, which enchanted botanists with its vibrant hues and exotic allure. Indulge your senses with Gullivers Scotch whiskey advertisement from 1899; savoring its rich aroma while exploring expressions used by drunks in 1890s UK adds another layer of intrigue. Lastly, encounter Durio zibethinus - durian fruit's scientific name - infamous for its pungent smell yet beloved by many for its delectable taste. The nineteenth century was an era filled with exploration, innovation, satire, and unexpected delights. Join us on this captivating journey through time as we unravel the mysteries and marvels of this remarkable period.