Britannica Collection

Map of Britain in 597 AD
Map of territory controlled by Celts, Picts, Anglos, Saxons, and other tribes in Britain in 597 AD. Printed color lithograph of a 19th-century illustration

Gooseberry varieties. Illustration from George Brookshaw, Pomona Britannica. Plate IV. Date: 1817

Seven coastal locations in the UK - Alderney, Portland, Plymouth, Holyhead. Wick, Aberdeen and Dover Date: 1889

Dioptric revolving lighthouse Date: 1889

A Phantasmagoria: Scene - Conjuring up an Armed Skeleton, pub. 1803 (hand coloured engraving)
3025914 A Phantasmagoria: Scene - Conjuring up an Armed Skeleton, pub. 1803 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Henry Addington (1757-1844)

Janet Hogarth at Encyclopedia Britannica dinner 1910
Janet Hogarth speaking at an Encyclopedia Britannica dinner held to celebrate the contribution of women to the recent completion of the eleventh edition

Norwegian wasp, Dolichovespula norwegica (British wasp, Vespa britannica). Handcoloured copperplate engraving drawn and engraved by Richard Polydore Nodder from William Elford Leachs Zoological

Curtis British Entomology Plate 615
Lepidoptera: Nyssia zonaria = Lycia zonaria ssp. britannica (Belted Beauty) [Plant: Veronica hederifolia (Ivy-leaved Speedwell)] Date: 1824-39

David Lloyd George and Petain, front cover illustration from Le Rire Rouge
698812 David Lloyd George and Petain, front cover illustration from Le Rire Rouge, 12th January 1918 (colour litho) by Leandre, Charles (1862-1934); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Marmaduke Tunstall, Esq. of Wycliffe
944667 Marmaduke Tunstall, Esq. of Wycliffe by Walton, Henry (1746-1813); Leeds Museums and Galleries (Leeds Art Gallery) U.K.; (add.info)

Ptolemys map of Britain, 16th century
Ptolemys map of Britain. This map of the British Isles is from an edition of Ptolemys Geographia that was published in 1513 by German cartographer Martin Waldseemuller (c.1470-1520)

Obtaining Encyclopaedia Britannica books
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 16 larger double volumes instead 32 single volumes. General knowledge books with some colour illustrations. Small monthly payments. Date: 1925

The Raspberry
This plate represents the Red and White Antwerp, and the Common Raspberries. The White at the top, the Red at the bottom and the Common in the middle. Plate 2 from Brookshaw, G. (1817)

The Plum
Three varieties of the Plum, the upper is the Precos De Tours, on the left is the Lawrances Early Plum and on the right is the Orleans. Plate 11 from Brookshaw, G. (1817)

The Strawberry
Represents five varieties of the Strawberry. Upper is the Golden-Drop, on the right is the Hautboy, the middle is the Chili Strawberry, and the lower is the Scarlet-Flesh Pine

Green Silver-lines (Pseudoips prasinana britannica) adult male, resting on Chives (Allium schoenoprasum) flower in garden, Leicestershire, England, june

Modern Athenians plate 48 - Edinburgh
Charles Cuningham, City Clerk, meeting with Adam Black (1784-1874) twice Lord Provost of Edinburgh, publisher and founder of the A & C Black publishing company, publishing the 7th

James Louis Garvin / Vf 11
JAMES LOUIS GARVIN English journalist; Editor of the Observer, the Pall Mall Gazette and the Encyclopaedia Britannica

James Tytler
JAMES TYTLER Author of large portions of the second and third editions of the Encyclopedia Britannica

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"Exploring the Rich Tapestry of Britannica: From Ancient Maps to Modern Wonders" Delve into the captivating history with a mesmerizing journey through time. Begin by immersing yourself in the Map of Britain in 597 AD, tracing the footsteps of ancient civilizations and uncovering their secrets. Venture further into this enchanting world as you discover the diverse Gooseberry varieties that have thrived on British soil for centuries. Marvel at their vibrant colors and unique flavors, a testament to nature's bounty. Next, let your imagination soar as you explore seven breathtaking coastal locations in the UK. Feel the salty breeze caress your face while gazing upon majestic cliffs and pristine beaches that have inspired poets and artists throughout history. Prepare to be awestruck by the Dioptric revolving lighthouse, an engineering marvel guiding ships safely through treacherous waters. Witness its radiant beam piercing through darkness like a beacon of hope. Step into a realm where reality blurs with fantasy as you encounter "A Phantasmagoria: Scene - Conjuring up an Armed Skeleton. " This haunting hand-colored engraving from 1803 will transport you to another dimension filled with mystery and intrigue. Join Janet Hogarth at Encyclopedia Britannica dinner in 1910, where intellectual minds converge to celebrate knowledge and enlightenment. Experience an atmosphere buzzing with ideas, debates, and camaraderie. Marvel at nature's wonders as you gaze upon the Norwegian wasp captured beautifully in Curtis British Entomology Plate 615. Appreciate its intricate details while pondering over Earth's extraordinary biodiversity. Witness historic alliances unfold before your eyes as David Lloyd George meets Petain on Le Rire Rouge's front cover illustration. Reflect on how these encounters shape nations' destinies amidst turbulent times. Pay homage to Marmaduke Tunstall, Esq. , who left an indelible mark on Wycliffe through his contributions to Britannica.