1831 Collection (page 3)

Greater celandine, Chelidonium majus
5855081 Greater celandine, Chelidonium majus; (add.info.: Greater celandine, Chelidonium majus. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by William Clark)

Red bark, Cinchona oblongifolia
5855143 Red bark, Cinchona oblongifolia; (add.info.: Red bark, Cinchona oblongifolia. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Virginia snakeroot, Aristolochia serpentaria
5855140 Virginia snakeroot, Aristolochia serpentaria; (add.info.: Virginia snakeroot, Aristolochia serpentaria. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Stinking goosefoot, Chenopodium vulvaria
5855136 Stinking goosefoot, Chenopodium vulvaria; (add.info.: Stinking goosefoot, Chenopodium vulvaria. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Muninga or barwood, Pterocarpus erinaceus
5855130 Muninga or barwood, Pterocarpus erinaceus; (add.info.: Muninga or barwood, Pterocarpus erinaceus. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Cascarilla tree, Croton eleuteria
5855121 Cascarilla tree, Croton eleuteria; (add.info.: Cascarilla tree, Croton eleuteria. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Indian frankincense, Boswellia serrata
5855119 Indian frankincense, Boswellia serrata; (add.info.: Indian frankincense, Boswellia serrata. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

White hellebore, Veratrum album
5855110 White hellebore, Veratrum album; (add.info.: White hellebore, Veratrum album. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Astracantha cretica
5855127 Astracantha cretica; (add.info.: Astracantha cretica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G. Reid and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Cabbage tree bark, Andira inermis
5855116 Cabbage tree bark, Andira inermis; (add.info.: Cabbage tree bark, Andira inermis. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Crack willow, Salix fragilis
5855112 Crack willow, Salix fragilis; (add.info.: Crack willow, Salix fragilis. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Oval leaf buchu, Agathosma crenulata
5855101 Oval leaf buchu, Agathosma crenulata; (add.info.: Oval leaf buchu, Agathosma crenulata. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Rye, Secale cereale, wheat, Triticum aestivum, and ergot or spurred rye, Secale cornutum
5855096 Rye, Secale cereale, wheat, Triticum aestivum, and ergot or spurred rye, Secale cornutum; (add.info.: Rye, Secale cereale, wheat, Triticum aestivum, and ergot or spurred rye, Secale cornutum)

Fucus helminthochortos and bladderwrack, Fucus vesiculosus
5855093 Fucus helminthochortos and bladderwrack, Fucus vesiculosus; (add.info.: Fucus helminthochortos and bladderwrack, Fucus vesiculosus)

Peru balsam tree, Myroxylon peruiferum
5855089 Peru balsam tree, Myroxylon peruiferum; (add.info.: Peru balsam tree, Myroxylon peruiferum. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Spanish chamomile or pellitory, Anacyclus pyrethrum
5855087 Spanish chamomile or pellitory, Anacyclus pyrethrum; (add.info.: Spanish chamomile or pellitory, Anacyclus pyrethrum)

Clove, Syzygium aromaticum
5855086 Clove, Syzygium aromaticum; (add.info.: Clove, Syzygium aromaticum. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Citron, Citrus medica
5855085 Citron, Citrus medica; (add.info.: Citron, Citrus medica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by William Clark and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Bog bean, Menyanthes trifoliata
5855080 Bog bean, Menyanthes trifoliata; (add.info.: Bog bean, Menyanthes trifoliata. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Wild celery, Angelica archangelica
5855078 Wild celery, Angelica archangelica; (add.info.: Wild celery, Angelica archangelica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Caraway, Carum carvi
5855058 Caraway, Carum carvi; (add.info.: Caraway, Carum carvi. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Elecampane or horse-heal, Inula helenium
5855050 Elecampane or horse-heal, Inula helenium; (add.info.: Elecampane or horse-heal, Inula helenium. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn)

James Wolfe (1727-1759) English soldier. Death of General Wolfe at battle of Heights of Abraham above Quebec 13
531483 James Wolfe (1727-1759) English soldier. Death of General Wolfe at battle of Heights of Abraham above Quebec 13 September 1759. Wolfe lived to hear that his attack was successful

Cajuput tree, Melaleuca leucadendra
5855079 Cajuput tree, Melaleuca leucadendra; (add.info.: Cajuput tree, Melaleuca leucadendra. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Indian red wood, Soymida febrifuga
5855077 Indian red wood, Soymida febrifuga; (add.info.: Indian red wood, Soymida febrifuga. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Elderberry tree, Sambucus nigra
5855076 Elderberry tree, Sambucus nigra; (add.info.: Elderberry tree, Sambucus nigra. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Norway spruce, Pinus abies
5855072 Norway spruce, Pinus abies; (add.info.: Norway spruce, Pinus abies. Handcoloured botanical illustration engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Wild cinnamon, Canella winterana
5855064 Wild cinnamon, Canella winterana; (add.info.: Wild cinnamon, Canella winterana. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Gall oak, Quercus lusitanica
5855123 Gall oak, Quercus lusitanica; (add.info.: Gall oak and gall wasp, Quercus lusitanica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G. Reid and C. M)

Purple loosestrife, Lythrum salicaria
5855118 Purple loosestrife, Lythrum salicaria; (add.info.: Purple loosestrife, Lythrum salicaria. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Grapes, Vitis vinifera
5855113 Grapes, Vitis vinifera; (add.info.: Grapes, Vitis vinifera. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G. Reid and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Mastic, Pistacia lentiscus
5855106 Mastic, Pistacia lentiscus; (add.info.: Mastic, Pistacia lentiscus. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Cinnamon, Cinnamomum verum
5855104 Cinnamon, Cinnamomum verum; (add.info.: Cinnamon, Cinnamomum verum. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Field elm tree, Ulmus minor
5855100 Field elm tree, Ulmus minor; (add.info.: Field elm tree, Ulmus minor. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Zedoary, Curcuma zedoaria
5855092 Zedoary, Curcuma zedoaria; (add.info.: Zedoary, Curcuma zedoaria. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Gambooge, Garcinia gummi-gutta
5855141 Gambooge, Garcinia gummi-gutta; (add.info.: Gambooge, Garcinia gummi-gutta. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Winter's bark or canelo, Drimys winteri
5855138 Winter's bark or canelo, Drimys winteri; (add.info.: Winter's bark or canelo, Drimys winteri. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica
5855099 Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica; (add.info.: Purging buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Portrait of James Abram Garfield
2604097 Portrait of James Abram Garfield; (add.info.: James Abram Garfield (1831 - 1881) 20th President of the United States. Shot 2 July, died 19 September. colour - printed wood engraving)

Cyrus McCormick's reaper and binder, an improvement on the model patented in 1831 which was a reaper only
530769 Cyrus McCormick's reaper and binder, an improvement on the model patented in 1831 which was a reaper only. Wood engraving 1877.; Universal History Archive/UIG

Bristol Riots, 1831, a response to the rejection by the House of Lords of the second Reform Bill
527843 Bristol Riots, 1831, a response to the rejection by the House of Lords of the second Reform Bill. Sir Charles Wetherell, Recorder of Bristol and an opponent of Reform

Egyptian thorn tree, Acacia nilotica
5855074 Egyptian thorn tree, Acacia nilotica; (add.info.: Egyptian thorn tree, Acacia nilotica. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by Weddell from John Stephenson)

Fuegians at Woollya, with the expedition's camp in the background, 1833
539810 Fuegians at Woollya, with the expedition's camp in the background, 1833; (add.info.: From Robert Fitzroy Narrative of the Surveying Voyages of His Majesty's Ships Adventure and Beagle)

Blessed thistle, Cnicus benedicta
5855105 Blessed thistle, Cnicus benedicta; (add.info.: Blessed thistle, Cnicus benedicta. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by William Clark)

Horse-chestnut or conker tree, Aesculus hippocastanum
5855066 Horse-chestnut or conker tree, Aesculus hippocastanum; (add.info.: Horse-chestnut or conker tree, Aesculus hippocastanum)

Valerian, Valeriana officinalis
5855055 Valerian, Valeriana officinalis; (add.info.: Valerian, Valeriana officinalis. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn and engraved on steel by William Clark from John Stephenson)

Leopard's bane, Arnica montana
5855102 Leopard's bane, Arnica montana; (add.info.: Leopard's bane, Arnica montana. Handcoloured botanical illustration drawn by G)

Victoria (1819-1901) Queen of England from 1837 and Empress of India from 1876
531335 Victoria (1819-1901) Queen of England from 1837 and Empress of India from 1876. Princess Victoria in 1831 makes a discovery

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"1831: A Year of Revolts, Battles, and Cultural Marvels" In the history of England, 1831 marked a significant year filled with various events that shaped the nation. Reflecting back to centuries past, echoes of rebellion resonated as Wat Tyler led the Peasants' Revolt in 138. Fast forward to this era, another form of fighting emerged in the form of Jem Mace, a renowned boxer who left his mark on the sport. Meanwhile, progress was being made on both land and rail. The Chat Moss railway line opened in 1831, connecting cities and facilitating transportation across England. However, battles were not limited to sports or infrastructure alone; the Battle of Naseby unfolded during this time period as well. Culture thrived amidst these turbulent times. Paganini's enchanting performance at Kings Theatre captivated audiences with his virtuosity on violin strings. Art also played its part with Karl Von Clausewitz leaving an indelible mark through his masterpiece "Head of a Mulatto Woman (Mrs. Eaton), " showcasing society's evolving perspectives. The allure for exoticism continued as an Indian Nautch Girl mesmerized spectators with her graceful dance moves. Meanwhile, Lewes Castle stood tall as a symbol of heritage dating back to 1069 but witnessed yet another eventful year in 1831. Scientific advancements were also taking place globally; James Clerk Maxwell laid foundations for electromagnetic theory that would revolutionize physics later on. And while Italy held ancient wonders like Pompeii within its borders since time immemorial, John Martin's painting "The Fall of Babylon, " created in 1831 by John Martin depicted biblical grandeur intertwined with contemporary anxieties about societal decline. As we delve into historical archives from this remarkable year - 1831 - we uncover tales woven together by rebellions against oppression and cultural marvels that continue to inspire generations today.