Thomson Collection (page 10)

Lord Kelvins mirror galvanometer, 1876. William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907) devised this instrument for measuring small electric currents

Lord Kelvins transatlantic telegraph, 1877. Artist: John Wright Oakes
Lord Kelvins transatlantic telegraph, 1877. William Thomsons (Lord Kelvin) (1824-1907) receiving apparatus used at Brest, France, including his mirror galvanometer (left)

Lord Kelvin, Scottish mathematician and physicist, 1876. Born William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907) was educated at Glasgow and Cambridge

William Thomson, Lord Kelvin in 1869 (c1890). Kelvin (1824-1907) Irish-born Scottish mathematician and physicist

Scene from Jane Austens Persuasion, 1897. Artist: Hugh Thomson
Scene from Jane Austens Persuasion, 1897. Austens last novel, Persuasion was published in 1818. In this scene, Captain Wentworth gives Anne Elliot his note of declaration

JJ Thomson, British physicist, at work in the Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge. Joseph John Thomson (1856-1940) discovered the electron and was a pioneer of nuclear physics

JJ Thomson, British physicist, c1922. Joseph John Thomson (1856-1940) discovered the electron and was a pioneer of nuclear physics

Lord Kelvin, Scottish physicist and mathematician, 1897. Artist: Spy
Lord Kelvin, Scottish physicist and mathematician, 1897. Born William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907) was educated at Glasgow and Cambridge

The National Anthem and Rule, Britannia, 18th century. Artist: Thomas Arne
The National Anthem and Rule, Britannia, 18th century. A hand-written score of the National Anthem by Thomas Arne, 1745, and Rule, Britannia, also by Arne with words by James Thomson

Lord Kelvin, Irish-born Scottish mathematician and physicist, c1900. Born William Thomson, Lord Kelvin (1824-1907) was educated at Glasgow and Cambridge

Trophies won by Hector Thomson, 1930s and 1940s. Hector Thomson was one of the best amateurs of his time. The trophies include a silver salver

The first pneumatic tyres ever made
Photograph of the fist pneumatic tryes ever made as displayed at the Imperial International Exhibition at White City. They were the work of Mr William Thomson of the Dunlop Pneumatic Tyre Co

William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin, 1824 - 1907. Scots-Irish mathematical physicist and engineer. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946)

Sir WIlliam Thomson LL. D. D. C. L Professor Natural Philosophy
Sir WIlliam Thomson, LL.D. D.C.L, Professor of Natural Philosophy; Thomas Annan (Scottish, 1829 - 1887); Glasgow, Scotland; 1871; Carbon print; 21.4 × 15.9 cm (8 7, 16 × 6 1, 4 in.)

Charles Thomson Ritchie, 1St Baron Ritchie Of Dundee, 1838

James Thomson, 1700 To 1748. Scottish Poet And Playwright. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Lord William Thomson Kelvin, 1824-1907. British Physicist And Mathematician. Photograph From The Bookmasterpieces Of Orchardson

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"Thomson: A Captivating Journey through Time and Art" Step into the world of Thomson, where French music teacher Nadia-Juliette Boulanger's melodic notes dance in harmony with the soul. As if stepping straight out of Jane Austen's timeless masterpiece "Pride & Prejudice, " we find ourselves at a grand ball, Elizabeth Bennet eavesdropping on Mr. Darcy's whispered words. In a leisure moment captured by an unknown creator circa 1945, Thomson transports us to an era where time seemed to stand still. The echoes of Austen's enchanting words resonate once again as we witness Elizabeth Bennet overhearing Mr. Darcy's secrets in another rendition from her novel "Persuasion. " Amidst this captivating journey, we stumble upon an advertisement for Thomsons glove-fitting corset, reminding us of the evolving fashion trends that shaped women's lives throughout history. Norman Wilkinson's artistic prowess shines through in his advert for British Electricity in 1951, showcasing new power stations that brought light and progress to our world. Delving deeper into Thomson’s realm reveals John Thomson, the Scottish photographer who ventured far beyond his homeland to capture China’s essence during the late 19th century. His lens immortalized moments frozen in time; each photograph telling its own story. As we turn yet another page within this captivating narrative, Stephen Gwynn brings us closer to understanding love and longing with "Bringing Him to the Point - An Irish Horse F. " And let us not forget Mrs. Long and her nieces from Austen’s "Pride & Prejudice, " whose presence adds charm and wit to every scene they grace. Hugh Thomson’s illustrations breathe life into Austen’s beloved characters once more as he delicately captures their essence within the pages of Pride & Prejudice.