Sir Francis Bacon Collection

Francis Bacon
Portrait of English scholar Francis Bacon. Hand-colored engraving of a painting by Honbraken, 1738

Pathfinders - Sir Francis Bacon, after 1731, (1922). Creator: Unknown
Pathfinders - Sir Francis Bacon, after 1731, (1922). Portrait of English philosopher, scientist and statesman Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

PLIT2A-00051
Title page of Francis Bacons " Advancement of Learning, " 1633. Woodcut reproduction with a watercolor wash

Elizabeth I - William Shakespeare - Francis Bacon (colour litho)
3100978 Elizabeth I - William Shakespeare - Francis Bacon (colour litho) by Hassall, John (1868-1948); Private Collection; (add.info.: Elizabeth I - William Shakespeare - Francis Bacon)

Francis Bacon
LLM454705 Francis Bacon by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francis Bacon. Illustration from Ogdens cigarette card series on Leaders of Men issued in 1924)

York House, the Birthplace of Bacon (engraving)
665302 York House, the Birthplace of Bacon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: York House, the Birthplace of Bacon)

Sir Francis Bacon, English philosopher and author (chromolitho)
1093901 Sir Francis Bacon, English philosopher and author (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626)

Ruins of Lord Bacons house, Gorhambury, St Albans, Hertfordshire (b / w photo)
3627215 Ruins of Lord Bacons house, Gorhambury, St Albans, Hertfordshire (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ruins of Lord Bacons house, Gorhambury)

Francis Bacon before the Parliamentary Commission
LLM459566 Francis Bacon before the Parliamentary Commission by Ros, P. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francis Bacon before the Parliamentary Commission)

Sir Francis Bacon
LLM459565 Sir Francis Bacon by Marti, Ricardo (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Bacon. Illustration for La Ciencia Y Sus Hombres by Luis Figuier (D Jaime Seix, 1876)

Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626), English philosopher and author (colour litho)
817440 Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626), English philosopher and author (colour litho) by Quinnell, Cecil Watson (1868-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626)

Francis Bacon (engraving)
978346 Francis Bacon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Francis Bacon. Illustration for The Handbook to Autographs by Frederick G Netherclift (c 1880)

Bacon, F, Viscount, Instauratio Magna, J Bill 1620 (b / w photo)
5988904 Bacon, F, Viscount, Instauratio Magna, J Bill 1620 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacon, F, Viscount, Instauratio Magna, J Bill 1620)

Sir Francis Bacon (engraving)
669935 Sir Francis Bacon (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Bacon)

Bacon, Ye Great Moral Philosopher (engraving)
670618 Bacon, Ye Great Moral Philosopher (engraving) by Leech, John (1817-64); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bacon, Ye Great Moral Philosopher)

Sir Francis Bacon
LLM455690 Sir Francis Bacon by Skelton, Joseph Ratcliffe (fl.1888-1916); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Francis Bacon accompanied by a gentleman of his household)

The Royal Society, frontispiece to Thomas Sprat, "The History of the Royal Society
The Royal Society, frontispiece to Thomas Sprat, " The History of the Royal Society of London.", 1667

Sir Francis Bacon, (1561-1626), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir Francis Bacon, (1561-1626), 1830. Francis Bacon (1561-1626) English philosopher and statesman, Attorney General and Lord Chancellor of England

Sir Nicholas Bacon, (1510-1579), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir Nicholas Bacon, (1510-1579), 1830. Sir Nicholas Bacon (1510-1579) English politician during reign of Queen Elizabeth I and Lord Keeper of the Great Seal, educated at Corpus Christi College

Sr Nicolas Bacon, Lord Keeper, 1784. Creator: Unknown
Sr Nicolas Bacon, Lord Keeper, 1784. Sir Nicholas Bacon (1510-1579), English politician, Lord Keeper of the Great Seal during reign of Queen Elizabeth I and father of philosopher

Canonbury Tower, an Old Manor House Turned into a Social Club, c1935. Creator: Donald McLeish
Canonbury Tower, an Old Manor House Turned into a Social Club, c1935. Canonbury Tower in Islington, north London, once formed part of a manor house of the Priors of St Bartholomew

Bacon. (From a remarkably scarce Print. ), 1897. Creator: John Leech
Bacon. (From a remarkably scarce Print.), 1897. English philosopher, scientist and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618. He is depicted here smoking a clay pipe

Francis Bacon, (1933). Creator: Unknown
Francis Bacon, (1933). Portrait of Francis Bacon (1561-1626), Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Bacon became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Francis Bacon, Viscount St. Albans, c1600, (1904). Artist: Paulus van Somer
Francis Bacon, Viscount St. Albans, c1600, (1904). From James I. and VI, by T. F. Henderson. [Goupil & Co. Paris, Edinburgh, New York, London, 1904]

Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. Artist: G Cooke
Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. English philosopher, scientist and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626)

Sir Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Artist: M van de Gucht
Sir Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Title page of Francis Bacons Instauratio Magna, 1620 (1893). An illustration from A Short History of the English People, by John Richard Green, illustrated edition, Volume II, Macmillan and Co

Francis Bacon, 1st Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman, (20th century). Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Monument to Francis Bacon, in St Michaels Church near St Albans, Hertfordshire, c1850. English philosopher, statesman and essayist Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Letter from Francis Bacon to Sir John Puckering, 28th July 1595. Artist: Sir Francis Bacon
Letter from Francis Bacon to Sir John Puckering, 28th July 1595. Letter from Francis Bacon, Lord Verulam and Viscount St.Albans to Sir John Puckering, Lord Keeper

Francis Bacon, English philosopher, statesman and essayist, 19th century. Artist: J Thomson
Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, statesman and essayist, 19th century. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Title page of Instauratio Magna, by Francis Bacon, 1620. Francis Bacon (1561-1626), Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman, became Lord Chancellor in 1618

Francis Bacon, Viscount St Albans, English philosopher, scientist and statesman, 1618. Bacon (1561-1626) became Lord Chancellor in 1618. He is shown here after his appointment to the position

Sylva Sylvarum title page, 1627
Sylva Sylvarum title page. This natural history book was written by the English philosopher and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626). It was published posthumously in London in 1627

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Sir Francis Bacon was an influential English philosopher and author who lived from 1561 to 1626. He played a significant role during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, alongside notable figures such as William Shakespeare. With his intellectual prowess and literary contributions, Bacon left a lasting impact on society. Bacon's birthplace was York House, where he first began his journey towards becoming one of history's most renowned thinkers. His ideas were so profound that they were captured in various forms of art, including colour lithographs and engravings. One such artwork depicts Bacon before the Parliamentary Commission, showcasing his involvement in political affairs. This highlights his multifaceted nature - not only was he a philosopher but also an active participant in shaping governance. Another engraving portrays the ruins of Lord Bacon's house at Gorhambury in St Albans, Hertfordshire. These remnants serve as a reminder of the physical spaces that once housed this great mind and offer insight into his personal life. Bacon is best known for his work titled "Instauratio Magna, " which translates to "The Great Instauration. " It is through this monumental piece that he aimed to revolutionize human knowledge by proposing new methods for scientific inquiry. A black-and-white photograph captures him holding this important document - evidence of his dedication to advancing understanding. Throughout history, it has been celebrated for both his philosophical theories and literary achievements. His contributions have stood the test of time and continue to inspire generations after generations. From York House to Gorhambury's ruins, these physical reminders allow us to reflect on the remarkable legacy left behind by this extraordinary man.