Physic Collection

Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims on the road
* NOTE - FULL FILE IS A LONG PANORAMA - Preview split into 3 sections for ease of viewing * Chaucers Canterbury Pilgrims on the road reproduction of a painting by Stephen Reid (1873-1948) (from left)

Chaucer, Doctor O Physic
The Doctor of Physic holds up a flask to the light

Canton. Physic Street
Pierre Joseph Rossier. Views in China issued by Negretti and Zambra in 1859 and 1861. First Series and second series. These important images were the first commercial views of China to be sold in

The End of the Afghan War (engraving)
1058933 The End of the Afghan War (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The End of the Afghan War)

Richard Napier, c. 1630 (oil on canvas)
1217372 Richard Napier, c.1630 (oil on canvas) by British School, (17th century); 76x64 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford, UK; (add.info.: Anonymous)

Physic (colour litho)
974067 Physic (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Physic.); © Look and Learn

Monument to the memory of Sir Isaac Newton (engraving)
603635 Monument to the memory of Sir Isaac Newton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Botanic Gardens Chelsea
The Chelsea Physic Garden (as it is now known) was established as the Apothecaries Garden in London, England, in 1673 by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries to grow plants to be used as medicines

Coralbush, Jatropha multifida. Handcoloured lithograph by D. Blair after an illustration by Lena Lowis from her Familiar Indian Flowers with Coloured Plates, L. Reeve, London, 1878

Culvers root or blackroot, Veronicastrum virginicum (Veronica virginica). Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley

Physic (coloured engraving)
3641894 Physic (coloured engraving) by Bennett, Charles Henry (1828-67); Private Collection; (add.info.: Physic. Illustration for Shadow and Substance by Charles H Bennett and Robert B Brough)

Tercentenary of Trinity College, Dublin (engraving)
1603344 Tercentenary of Trinity College, Dublin (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tercentenary of Trinity College, Dublin)

Doctor in Physic, engraved by J. Agar, published in R. Ackermanns
778194 Doctor in Physic, engraved by J. Agar, published in R. Ackermanns History of Oxford, 1813 (hand-coloured engraving) by Uwins

A cartoon commenting on the popularity of palmistry amongst the wealthy
5310798 A cartoon commenting on the popularity of palmistry amongst the wealthy. Illustrated George du Maurier (1834-1896) a Franco-British cartoonist and author, 19th century by Du Maurier

No Physic at Christmas (colour litho)
668660 No Physic at Christmas (colour litho) by Gow, Mary L. (1851-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: No Physic at Christmas)

HOSPITAL CERTIFICATE
Certifying that a Mr Thomas ?---drew hath attended the practice of physic at the hospital for 18 months. Signed by 3 doctors. Surmounted by the hospitals emblem. Date: 25 November 1843

Bandaged Hand
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Voltaic pile by alessandro Volta. Colored engraving
Voltaic pile invented by the italian physicist Alessandro Volta (1745-1827). Colored engraving

Biting Arsmart, Polygonum hydropiper. Copperplate illustration from Edward Baylis, A new and compleat body of practical botanic physic from the medicinal plants of the vegetable kingdom, Vol

Alessandro Giuseppe Antonio Anastasio Volta (1745-1827). Italian physicist known for the invention of the battery in the 1800s. Statue. University of Pavia. Italy

Mad scientist
MODEL RELEASED. Mad scientist with a floating orb, conceptual computer artwork

Headstone of Giuseppe Belli (1791-1860). Italian physicist and mathematician. Carrara marble. Relief depicting a portrait of Belli inside a medallion with some instruments relating to physics

Jacob Bobart
JACOB BOBART German-born botanist at the Oxford Physic Garden Date: 1599 - 1680

Hans Sloane (1660-1753. English physician and naturalist. Founded Chelsea Physic Garden: Secretary to the Royal Society (1693-1713): Donated library of 50, 000 books and 3

Chelsea Physic Gardens
A corner of the water garden at Chelsea Physic Gardens, London, England. Date: 1960s

Light pillars, Russia
Light pillars in the sky. Some scientists ascribe this unusual optical phenomenon to the reflection of light in ice crystals that form in the frosty air. Photographed in Naberezhnye Chelny, Russia

Shadow drawing. C. H. Bennett, Physic
Physic. (The Earl of Allswallough) Illustration from a series of shadow portraits of fictional characters by Charles H Bennett entitled Shadow and Substance, 1860

Francis Glisson
FRANCIS GLISSON Medical from Dorset, professor of Physic at Cambridge, later in London

Astrophysic observatory, the most important in Europe, situated near Roque de los Muchachos, La Palma, Canary Islands, Spain, Europe

Cola soft drink
Carbonated soft drink. Bubbles in a cola softdrink

Burnt toast. Smoke rising from burnt toast

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"Exploring the Timeless World of Physic: From Chaucer's Canterbury Pilgrims to Alessandro Volta and Beyond" Step into the captivating world of physic, where ancient wisdom meets scientific innovation. Journey alongside Chaucer's Canterbury Pilgrims as they traverse the road, their diverse backgrounds hinting at the vast knowledge encompassed within this field. Among them stands Doctor O Physic, a character whose expertise in medicine and healing is revered. His presence reminds us of Canton's famous Physic Street, bustling with herbalists and apothecaries offering remedies for various ailments. Delve deeper into history as we encounter an exquisite colored engraving depicting Alessandro Giuseppe Antonio Anastasio Volta. This visionary scientist revolutionized our understanding of electricity with his invention - the voltaic pile. Witness his brilliance unfold before your eyes through this remarkable artwork. The journey continues with an intriguing engraving marking "The End of the Afghan War. " Here, amidst tales of conflict and strife, we find solace in knowing that physic played a vital role in aiding wounded soldiers on their path to recovery. Richard Napier's oil painting from c. 1630 captures another facet - divination and astrology intertwined with medical practice. The canvas reveals how these elements were once inseparable from one another. A vibrant color lithograph titled "Physic" invites us to explore further dimensions within this realm. Its vivid hues evoke a sense of vitality that resonates deeply with nature itself – perhaps reminiscent of Botanic Gardens Chelsea where countless botanical specimens have been studied throughout history. Amidst these gardens lies Coralbush (Jatropha multifida), its exotic beauty mirroring the intricate complexities found within physic. Nearby stands Culvers root or blackroot (Veronicastrum virginicum), symbolizing resilience and strength – qualities often associated with medicinal plants used by practitioners throughout time. As our journey nears its end, we encounter an engraving paying homage to the memory of Sir Isaac Newton.