Diagram Collection (page 7)

Faraday on magnetism and gravity, 1849
Faraday on magnetism and gravity. Page from the notebooks of British physicist Michael Faraday (1791-1867), showing notes and a diagram of an apparatus for investigating magnetism and gravity

Ursa Major constellation, 1829 C016 / 4387
Ursa Major constellation. 19th-century map of stars and constellations from the celestial atlas Sozviezdiia Predstavlennyia na XXX Tablitsakh (1829) by Kornelius Reissig

Uranographia constellations, 1801 C013 / 8953
Uranographia constellations. This page of this star atlas shows Northern Hemisphere constellations. The constellations are groupings of stars in the night sky

NATIVE AMERICANS: SIGN LANGUAGE. The Shoshone chief Tendoy using signs to communicate with Huerito, an Apache chief, at Washington, D.C

How submarines fire torpedoes, 1939
Drawing to explain how a British submarines twelve torpedoes are fired. Here six torpoedoes are shown in their tubes, and a further six are in storage and have, when required

Tommy Guardsman in full war-paint 1914
A Guardsman ready to take his place in the firing - line. The field service kit of the British infantryman in detail, with diagram. Date: 1914

16th-century astronomy. Artwork of Atlas holding up the heavens. This artwork was published in Freiburg in 1503 in the encyclopedia Margarita Philosophica by the German author Gregor Reisch

Jonathan Hulls steamboat, 18th century
Jonathan Hulls steamboat, historical artwork. A patent for this steam-powered towboat was taken out by the British inventor Jonathan Hulls in 1736

Pirates treasure map, artwork

Homo erectus skull. Artwork, from 1931, showing a reconstruction of the skull of Java Man, based on the fossil skull fragments (dark grey) discovered by Dubois in Java in 1891

Pascals calculator, 17th Century artwork
Pascals calculator. Historical artwork showing the mechanism inside a 17th Century mechanical device used to perform mathematical calculations

18th Century astronomical diagrams. Historical diagrams describing various 18th Century theoretical systems used to describe the motion of the planets in our solar system

German WWII ramjet bomber blueprint. This design, for a propulsor ramjet engine mounted on top of a Dornier Do 217 E-2 heavy bomber, dates from 1942

Hand anatomy, 19th Century illustration. Historical hand coloured lithographic print showing the muscles (brown), tendons (white) and blood vessels (red and blue) of the human hand

Stonehenge, 17th century artwork. This megalithic stone circle was constructed over 5000 years ago as a Druid temple, burial ground, or astronomical observatory

Egyptian and Assyrian counting systems. Early methods of number counting involved the use of fingers, while early written records used strokes to indicate numbers

ARAB EYE TREATISE. Page from a 13th century Arabic manuscript of Hunayns Treatise on the Eye

PSCI2A-00097
Ptolemys earth-centered cosmological system, explained by Muller, 1400s. Hand-colored 19th century woodcut reproduction of the 1543 edition

AGRI2A-00109
Sweet potato plant, a tropical vine with an edible tuberous root. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

Power and control in R101
The first diesel-engined airship: power and control in R101. Illustrations of some of the features of R101: a power car, the chart room, and mooring arrangements

Plan of John Evelyns garden
A plan of John Evelyns garden at Sayes Court, Deptford, shown looking south, which he occupied from 1652 to 1694

The modern chassis / W H Robinson
Explanatory diagram of a typical modern chassis. Please note: Credit must appear as (c) Courtesy of the estate of Mrs J.C.Robinson/Pollinger Ltd/Mary Evans Picture Library

Greek Trireme
A diagram of a Greek trireme showing the various sections

Tuberculosis Sufferer
Diagram to show how tuberculosis manifests itself in the body of a young girl

Gemini constellation. Illustrated card from a 19th century astronomical teaching aid called Uranias Mirror, after the Greek muse of astronomy. There are 32 cards in total

Aries and Musca Borealis constellations. Illustrated card from a 19th century astronomical teaching aid called Uranias Mirror, after the Greek muse of astronomy. There are 32 cards in total

Draco and Ursa Minor constellations. Illustrated card from a 19th century astronomical teaching aid called Uranias Mirror, after the Greek muse of astronomy. There are 32 cards in total

Solar eclipse, 18th century artwork
Solar eclipse. 18th century diagram showing the principles behind solar eclipses. Figure I shows difference in appearance between total (B) and annular (A) eclipses

Blunt / Planet / Parallax
A diagram showing the parallax of the planets

Stitch Types Diagram
Leaflet that is promotional & instructional as it clearly & simply shows you how to do various basic handsewing stitches & hems such as handkerchief or rolled hem

Diagram of the Rocket locomotive engine, 1829
A diagram of the Rocket locomotive engine, 1829. Manufactured by Robert Stephenson & Co for the Liverpool and Manchester Railway, Oct 1829. Date: circa 1900

MS B 2173 fol. 83v Studies of an air screw, 1488-90 (pen and ink on paper) (see also 162317)
ALI271497 MS B 2173 fol. 83v Studies of an air screw, 1488-90 (pen and ink on paper) (see also 162317) by Vinci, Leonardo da (1452-1519); Bibliotheque de l Institut de France, Paris

Diosma Plant, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Diosma Plant, Gods Fragrant: Plate 52

Sizes of the Planets
Vintage engraving showing the sizes of the planets, 1891

Anatomical Study Of Muscle In The Human Body. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C. 1890
Anatomical Study Of Muscle In The Human Body. From The National Encyclopaedia, Published C.1890

Victorian Botanical Illustration of Bittersweet and Blue Succory
Extremely Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Victorian Engraved Botanical Illustration of the Hand Colored Bittersweet and Wild or Blue Succory from The American Flora

Willow, White Willow, Yellow Osier, Sallow, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Willow, White Willow, Yellow Osier, Osier, Sallow, Victorian Botanical Illustration, from The Flowering Plants and Ferns of Great Britain

Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Plants, Victorian Botanical Illustration
Very Rare, Beautifully Illustrated Antique Engraved Victorian Botanical Illustration of Ornamental Trees, Shrubs and Plants: Plate 48

Sectional view of a Newcomen steam engine, 1737. Thomas Newcomen (1663-1729) designed his atmospheric or steam engine in 1712

Fuel winter crisis: Heating pumped from the earth and water
Diagram illustrating how heat in the earth and water can provide heating for homes and factories. City Electrical Engineer of Norwich

Knee joint with cruciate ligaments

Illustration from The Anatomy of the Horse, including a particular description of the bones
XYC237801 Illustration from The Anatomy of the Horse, including a particular description of the bones, cartilages, muscles...in eighteen tables, printed by J

The first grid, 1951, by the cryptographer Michael Ventris in his ultimately successful efforts to decipher Minoan
CRYPTOGRAPHY, 1951. The first grid, 1951, by the cryptographer Michael Ventris in his ultimately successful efforts to decipher Minoan Linear B script

Thomas Saverys atmospheric steam engine for pumping water
SAVERY STEAM ENGINE, 1698. Thomas Saverys atmospheric steam engine for pumping water

Longitudinal section of an onion and sections of the human head, eye and orbit: drawing by Leonardo da Vinci
LEONARDO: BRAIN, c1490. Longitudinal section of an onion and sections of the human head, eye and orbit: drawing by Leonardo da Vinci

Thomas Newcomen, English engineer C017 / 7122
Thomas Newcomen (1664-1729), English engineer, with a diagram of his atmospheric engine of 1712. Newcomen was an ironmonger from Dartmouth, and also a Baptist lay preacher

Screenshot of a boiler control system used at Fawley power station, Hampshire, UK. Each boiler (as seen here) is powered by heavy fuel oil

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"Unveiling the Secrets: A Journey Through Diagrams" Step into the realm of knowledge as we explore a myriad of captivating diagrams that have shaped our understanding of the world. From ancient Rome's intricate map, revealing its grandeur and complexity, to an exquisite Victorian botanical illustration showcasing the majestic Oak Tree in all its glory. Delve into the depths of innovation with a glimpse at T class Submarine's diagram, unraveling its inner workings and engineering marvel. Or travel back in time to witness medieval ingenuity through the enigmatic urine wheel diagram, a testament to human resourcefulness. Embark on an enlightening voyage through science and art with Leonardo da Vinci's meticulous skull anatomy diagram or marvel at Filippo Brunelleschi's visionary cross-section design for Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral in Florence. Immerse yourself in Dante Alighieri's Inferno brought to life by a mesmerizing woodcut from a Venetian edition of his Divine Comedy. Witness history unfold before your eyes as G. H. Davis captures Sydney Harbour Bridge taking shape or unveils the intricacies of human anatomy with backbone including ribs and pelvis. Discover military strategy etched onto paper with Battle of Cannae plan from 216 BC or admire G. H. Davis' depiction of British 25-pounder field gun, showcasing precision engineering. These they are windows into worlds both known and unknown – gateways where imagination meets reality, inviting us to ponder their significance and appreciate humanity's thirst for knowledge throughout centuries.