Alfred Russel Wallace Collection

Ornithoptera croesus, Wallaces golden birdwing butterfly

Ejecting an intruder
Plate opposite page 297 from The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace, London 1874

Scene in New Zealand, with some of its remarkable birds
Plate 13 from Alfred Russel Wallaces The Geographical Distribution of Animals, (1876)

Portrait of Alfred Russel Wallace, c.1895 (photo)
7224482 Portrait of Alfred Russel Wallace, c.1895 (photo); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Russel Wallace OM FRS (1823 - 1913) was a British naturalist, explorer, geographer, anthropologist

British naturalist Alfred Russell Wallace (1823-1913). Digitally colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century
NWI4949314 British naturalist Alfred Russell Wallace (1823-1913). Digitally colored halftone reproduction of a 19th-century illustration; (add.info)

Engraving in " L'archipel malasien" by ALFRED RUSSELL WALLACE Edited by LE TOUR DU MONDE in 1854
XEE5032115 Engraving in " L'archipel malasien" by ALFRED RUSSELL WALLACE Edited by LE TOUR DU MONDE in 1854; (add.info)

Alfred Russel Wallace, c. 1910 (b/w photo)
XJF437544 Alfred Russel Wallace, c.1910 (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Alfred Russel Wallace (b / w photo)
5227326 Alfred Russel Wallace (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alfred Russel Wallace. Illustration for Bibbys Annual, 1912.); © Look and Learn

Megachile pluto, Wallaces giant bee

Beetle specimens from the Wallace collection
Specimens collected by Alfred Russel Wallace now held in the Natural History Museum London

Alfred Russel Wallace, 1823 A

Frederick F. Geach and Alfred Russel Wallace (right)
Photographed in 1862 this photograph shows Wallace with Frederick Geach, a mining engineer, who Wallace met in Timor in 1861. Geach became one of Wallaces closest friends

Ornithoptera croesus, Wallaces golden birdwing butterfly
Specimen drawer of golden birdwing butterflys, collected by Alfred Russel Wallace

Entomological Specimens from the Wallace Collection
Display showing differences in colouring between male and female butterflies of the same species. Wallace believed that males fight to compete for females but that female choice was not a factor

Wallaces Malay beetles, 19th century
Wallaces Malay beetles. Display of beetles collected by British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913) during his expedition in the Malay Archipelago from 1854 to 1862

Wallaces Malay butterflies, 19th century
Wallaces Malay butterflies. Mounted museum display of a range of butterflies collected by British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913)

Alfred Russel Wallace, British naturalist C016 / 5259
Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913), British naturalist, in middle age. Wallace organised expeditions to the Amazon and Malaysia and was the first European to see orang-utans in the wild

Alfred Russel Wallace, British naturalist C013 / 6595
Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913), British naturalist. Wallace organised expeditions to the Amazon and Malaysia and was the first European to see orang-utans in the wild

Leporinus fish, artwork C013 / 6433
Leporinus nigrotaeniatus fish, artwork. This fish was previously known as Chalceus nigrotaeniatus. This pencil sketch is by the British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913)

Catfish, artwork C013 / 6432
Catfish (Order Siluriformes). Catfish are freshwater fish. Most have whisker-like barbels. This pencil sketch is by the British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace (1823-1913)

Barra do Rio Nego (present day Manaus) from the fort, 1851. Drawing by Alfred Russell Wallace

Letter from A. R. Wallace to his mother, 28 May 1854
Page 2 of a letter from Alfred Russel Wallace to his mother about sending beetles to his agent Mr Stevens, future travel plans and his daily routine as a collector, dated May 1854

Letter from A. R. Wallace to his mother, 30 April 1854
Page 3 of a letter from Alfred Russel Wallace to his mother describing the people and wildlife of Singapore, staying with a missionary and the progress of his assistant Charles, dated April 1854

Portrait of a Gentleman study
Opening page of The Malay Archipelago, The Land of the Orang-Utan and the Bird of Paradise. A Narrative of travel with studies of Man and Nature. By Alfred Russel Wallace, 1874

Back page of Wallace - Darwin paper, with Wallaces notes
WP7/9 - Back page of Alfred Russel Wallaces annotated copy of his joint 1858 paper with Darwin. Wallace papers, Natural History Museum, London

Chalceus nigrotaeniatus
From Pencil drawings by Alfred Russel Wallace

My house at Bessir, in Waigiou
Page 532 from The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace, London 1874

The Malay Archipelago
Title page of The Malay Archipelago, The Land of the Orang-Utan and the Bird of Paradise. A Narrative of travel with studies of Man and Nature. By Alfred Russel Wallace, 1874

Letter from Darwin to Wallace dated November 23 1880
Photograph from the Wallace collection in the General Library of The Natural History Museum

Ali - Wallaces Malay Boy
Photograph from the Wallace collection in the General Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Natives of Aru shooting Paradisaea apoda, greater bird-of-pa
Plate opposite page 443 from Alfred Russel Wallaces The Malay Archipelago (1874)

The birthplace of Alfred Russel Wallace
Photograph from My Life - A record of events and opinions (1908) by Alfred Russel Wallace

Chaetodon sp. butterflyfish

Gymnotus carapo, banded knifefish

Pterygolichthys gibbiceps, sailfin pleco
Plate 53 from Vol 4 of a notebook by Alfred Russel Wallace

Ancistrus gibbiceps, Knu

Natural Selection
First edition of The Theory of Natural Selection (1870) by Alfred Russel Wallace open at its title page

Wallaces butterflies
Display box of butterflies collected by Alfred Russel Wallace during his expedition in the Malay Archipelago

The plains of New South Wales, with characteristic animals
Plate 12 from Alfred Russel Wallaces The Geographical Distribution of Animals, (1876)

Dobbo in the Trading Season
Plate opposite page 472 from The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace, London 1874

Mammalia (class), mammals
Plate 11 from The Geographical Distribution of Animals, with a study of the relations of living and extinct faunas as elucidating the past changes of the Earths surface, by Alfred Russel Wallace, 1876

Polyalthea - Strange Forest Tree - Tree Fern
Page 83 from The Malay Archipelago by Alfred Russel Wallace, London 1874

Map of the Malay Archipelago
A map from The Malay Archipelago (1874) by Alfred Russel Wallace

Portrait
Photograph from the Wallace collection held in the Natural History Museums Archive, reference WP15/3/5. The subject of the portrait is not known

Letter from Frank Roberts to Alfred Russel Wallace, February
Letter from Frank Roberts of the Croydon Natural History Society giving details on Alfred Russel Wallaces connections with the society and his proposal that women should be permitted to join

Entomological Specimens
Specimens collected by Alfred Russel Wallace now held in the Natural History Museum London

Title page of the Darwin - Wallace paper
WP7/9 Title page of Alfred Russel Wallaces annotated copy of his joint 1858 paper with Darwin. Wallace papers, Natural History Museum, London

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Alfred Russel Wallace, a renowned naturalist and explorer, was not only an expert in the field of entomology but also made significant contributions to evolutionary biology. His groundbreaking work on the theory of evolution by natural selection paralleled that of Charles Darwin, leading to their joint publication on the subject. Ejecting an intruder from his realm of expertise, Wallace's meticulous studies focused on various species such as the Ornithoptera croesus, famously known as Wallaces golden birdwing butterfly. This magnificent creature with its vibrant colors and intricate patterns fascinated him immensely. Traveling across continents in pursuit of knowledge, one scene captured his attention in New Zealand - a land brimming with remarkable birds. Enthralled by their unique characteristics and behaviors, he meticulously documented these avian wonders through detailed observations and sketches. In addition to his scientific endeavors, Wallace corresponded extensively through letters. One such letter written by him showcases his intellectual prowess and passion for exploring nature's mysteries. These correspondences provide invaluable insights into his thoughts and discoveries during this era. A striking black-and-white photograph taken around 1910 immortalizes Alfred Russel Wallace's visage - a man whose dedication to science left an indelible mark on our understanding of the natural world. The intensity in his eyes reflects both curiosity and determination as he continued unraveling nature's secrets. The entomological specimens from the Wallace Collection stand testament to his tireless efforts in studying insects' diversity worldwide. From Megachile pluto or Wallaces giant bee to beetle specimens carefully preserved for future generations' study - each specimen represents countless hours spent collecting data for scientific exploration. Collaboration played a crucial role in advancing scientific knowledge during this time period; Frederick F. Geach stood alongside Alfred Russel Wallace as they delved deeper into uncovering nature's intricacies together. Their partnership exemplified how collaboration could lead to groundbreaking discoveries within the scientific community.