1802 Collection

The Cow-Pock. Satirical etching, 1802, by James Gillray on Edward Jenner and vaccination
CARTOON: VACCINATION, 1802. The Cow-Pock. Satirical etching, 1802, by James Gillray on Edward Jenner and vaccination

Kraken Attacks a Ship
A kraken attacks a sailing vessel

St Albans Abbey 1802
St Albans Cathedral, Hertfordshire. The Abbey was founded in 793 by Offa, King of Mercia, supposedly on the site of the martyrdom of St Alban in A.D. 303

Science / Gillray Satire
New Discoveries in Pneumaticks! A satire on the Royal Institution: Thomas Young experiments on Hippisley, Humphry Davy at the bellows, Rumford by the door

Chukchi Warrior in Armor
A Chukchi warrior of north- eastern Siberia, in a remarkable suit of armour apparently made from woven reeds. His wife and child admire him

Medical Vaccination
THE COW POCK or, the Wonderful Effects of the new Inoculation - satire on Jenners treatment

Map - Spain and Portugal, 1807-1814
Spain and Portugal, 1807-1814. From a collection of maps relevant to campaigns between 1794-1815. From the collection of the former Buffs Regimental Museum

Victor Hugo
VICTOR HUGO with scenes from two of his books

Garnerins balloon and parachute

Channel tunnel. Historical artwork of a tunnel beneath the English Channel through which Napoleons troops are moving to invade England

The Pontic Rhododendron, engraved by Caldwall after Henderson, in a book entitled The Temple of Flora by Dr Robert John Thornton (1768-1837). The book was published between 1799 and 1807. Date: 1802

Garnerin balloon with parachute
Garnerins balloon with a parachute below, and a French flag waved from the cage. He ascended from North Audley Street, landing 10 minutes later in the parachute near St Pancras Church -- claimed to

SARAH JAY
SARAH VAN BRUGH JAY wife of American diplomat John Jay

A Fat Long-Horned Ox
Bred and fatted at Dickley Farm in Leicestershire by Mr Honyborn, Successor to the late celebrated Mr Bakewell

St Philomena / Vie Saints
SAINT PHILOMENA who never was : her existence arose from a mistaken reading of stones found with human remains at Rome on 25 May 1802

Victor Hugo / Carjet Photo
VICTOR HUGO French writer

William Austin, 1821
WILLIAM AUSTIN protege of Queen Caroline, believed by some to be her out-of-wedlock child - at age 19 Date: 1802 - ?

Gideon Welles - 2
GIDEON WELLES American statesman, Secretary of the Navy Date: 1802 - 1878

John Joseph Mechi
JOHN JOSEPH MECHI merchant and agriculturist Date: 1802 - 1880

A Peep into Totenham Street or Dillitanti Performers in Training

Erasmus Darwin / Hopwood
ERASMUS DARWIN Writer and scientist, grandfather of Charles Darwin

Charles Pelham Villiers Statesman

C Wheatstone / World Inven
SIR CHARLES WHEATSTONE English physicist and inventor

C Wheatstone / Kilburn
SIR CHARLES WHEATSTONE physicist and inventor

Greenwich Park 1802
Fun and games in Greenwich Park on a Whitmonday - a bank holiday : picnicking, dancing to a barrel organ, playing games and generally making the most of the day Date: 1802

John Earl of Clare
JOHN FITZGIBBON, first earl of CLARE Irish statesman, Lord Chancellor of Ireland, depicted in his official robes

Admiral Sir Baldwin Wake Walker, 1st Baronet, KCB, CMG
Vintage 19th century photograph: captioned as Admiral Sir Baldwin Wake Walker, 1st Baronet, KCB, CMG (6 January 1802 - 12 February 1876) was Surveyor of the Navy from 1848 to 1861

Masquerade Ball at the Coliseo del Principe, circa 1771-1802
History of Spain. Masquerade Ball at the Coliseo del Principe, circa 1771-1802. By Juan Antonio Salvador Carmona (1740-1805). Etching and engraving on paper. History Museum. Madrid. Spain

HMS Vulture - a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer
Royal Navy - HMS Vulture, a Clydebank three funnel - 30 knot destroyer ordered under the 1895 - 1896 Naval Estimates. She was the fifth ship to carry this name since it was introduced in 1776 for a

HUGO DEAD PHOTO
VICTOR HUGO Victor Hugo n'est plus... - the poet on his deathbed. Date: 1802 - 1885

British naval warship, armed according to a new method proposed by Captain Schank Date: 1802

A bireme from Bafius (Basius?) with a single tier of oars visible

Ecclesiastical Map of France, 1789 and 1802; France in 1791 (colour litho)
6016389 Ecclesiastical Map of France, 1789 and 1802; France in 1791 (colour litho) by Shepherd, William R. (1871-1934); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ecclesiastical Map of France)

A Fishmarket on the Beach, c. 1802-04 (oil on canvas)
1765066 A Fishmarket on the Beach, c.1802-04 (oil on canvas) by Turner, Joseph Mallord William (1775-1851); 44.5x59 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Fishmarket on the Beach)

Le Paradis Rouge, 1802 (colour engraving)
986294 Le Paradis Rouge, 1802 (colour engraving) by Audebert, Jean Baptiste (1759-1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Le Paradis Rouge)

The Bathing Spring, Hyde Park, 1802 (engraving)
3628101 The Bathing Spring, Hyde Park, 1802 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bathing Spring, Hyde Park, 1802)

View of the Broomielaw in the year 1802 (engraving)
5210028 View of the Broomielaw in the year 1802 (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: View of the Broomielaw in the year 1802)

Demolition du Chatelet, an 10, 1802; d apres une aqua-tinte de l epoque, Collection Bonnardot (engraving)
962944 Demolition du Chatelet, an 10, 1802; d apres une aqua-tinte de l epoque, Collection Bonnardot (engraving) by French School

Fontaine Desaix, elevee en 1802 sur la place Dauphine (engraving)
963203 Fontaine Desaix, elevee en 1802 sur la place Dauphine (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fontaine Desaix, elevee en 1802 sur la place Dauphine)

Fashionable man at the Passage du Perron, Palais Royal, 1802
Fashionable gentleman in front of the entrance to the Passage du Perron, Palais Royal. He wears a hat, cravat, coat, waistcoat breeches and boots. The Perron of the Palais Royal, Paris, 1802

Dress maker strolling in the Tuileries, 1802
strolling in the Tuileries, below the river terrace, 1802. She wears a bonnet with ribbons, dress and apron, and carries a hat box and bolts of fabric. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Fashionable woman strolling through the Palais Royal, 1800
Fashionable woman strolling through the gallery of the Palais Royal, Paris, Year VIII, 1800. Handcoloured lithograph by R.V

Nero, 1802 (hand coloured engraving)
985928 Nero, 1802 (hand coloured engraving) by Chery, Philippe (1759-1838) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Nero; Neron. From Vol)

Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802-1887) (b / w photo)
5219832 Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802-1887) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean-Baptiste Boussingault (1802-1887)

Victor-Marie Hugo (1802-1885) (b / w photo)
5219914 Victor-Marie Hugo (1802-1885) (b/w photo) by European Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victor-Marie Hugo (1802-1885)

Amaryllis Brasiliensis (Brazilian Amaryllis), 1802-1816
986435 Amaryllis Brasiliensis (Brazilian Amaryllis), 1802-1816 (stipple engraving printed in colours and finished by hand) by Redoute

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In the year 1802, a myriad of fascinating events unfolded across different realms. James Gillray's satirical etching titled "The Cow-Pock" shed light on Edward Jenner and his groundbreaking work on vaccination, revolutionizing medical science. Meanwhile, the treacherous Kraken unleashed its wrath upon an unfortunate ship, reminding us of the mysterious wonders lurking beneath the ocean's surface. Closer to home, St Albans Abbey stood as a testament to architectural grandeur in 1802, captivating all who beheld its majestic beauty. In a distant land, a Chukchi Warrior donned his formidable armor, embodying strength and resilience. Advancements in medicine took center stage with the advent of medical vaccination techniques that aimed to eradicate diseases and save countless lives. Science merged seamlessly with satire through Gillray's works, offering insightful commentary on society's quirks and follies. Maps became windows into history as we explored Spain and Portugal during their tumultuous years from 1807-1814. Literary genius Victor Hugo began weaving tales that would captivate generations to come with his imaginative storytelling prowess. Daring adventurers like Garnerin took flight in their balloons equipped with parachutes, defying gravity itself for breathtaking experiences high above the earth's surface. The visionary concept of a Channel tunnel started taking shape even back then when dreams met engineering marvels head-on. Nature revealed its splendor through enchanting blooms such as the Pontic Rhododendron – vibrant petals painting landscapes with hues only nature could conceive. Garnerin once again soared through skies adorned by his balloon accompanied by a parachute – an awe-inspiring sight that left spectators spellbound. As we reflect upon these diverse glimpses into 1802’s tapestry of events and achievements across artistry, science, exploration, literature, and nature - it becomes evident that this was truly an era where human ingenuity knew no bounds; paving the way for the progress and wonders we continue to witness today.