Hans Sloane Collection

Botanical illustrations, 17th century

Old Chelsea Church, recently restored, 1886. Creator: Unknown
Old Chelsea Church, recently restored, 1886. From " The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 33. January to June, 1886"

Hans Sloane (engraving)
815885 Hans Sloane (engraving) by Slaughter, Stephen (1697-1765); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Hans Sloane (1660-1753)

The West Prospect of the Church of St Bartholomew the Great (engraving)
582717 The West Prospect of the Church of St Bartholomew the Great (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

G. Edwards, (1694- 1773), 1830. Creator: Unknown
G. Edwards, (1694- 1773), 1830. George Edwards (1694- 1773) English naturalist and ornithologist, he studied natural history

The Natural History Museum, South Kensington, c1876. Creator: Unknown
The Natural History Museum, South Kensington, c1876. Victorian facade of the Natural History Museum by Gibbs and Canning Limited

Hans Sloane, English physician and naturalist. Sloane (1660-1753) founded the Chelsea Physic Garden. He was Secretary to the Royal Society from 1693-1713 and donated his library of 50

Sir Hans Sloane, English physician, naturalist and collector, c1793 (1878). Hans Sloane (1660-1753) is notable for bequeathing his collection to the nation

The Manor House at Chelsea, built by Henry VIII, c1810 (1911). King Henry VIII (1491-1547) moved to Chelsea in 1510. He began building his New Manor House, also known as Chelsea Palace in the 1540s

A letter letter from John, 1st Baron Somers, early 18th century, (1840). Artist: Sir Hans Sloane
Part of an original letter letter from John Somers, 1st Baron Somers, early 18th century, (1840). Letter from John, 1st Baron Somers, to Sir Hans Sloane

Part of a letter from John Locke to Sir Hans Sloane, late 17th-early 18th century, (1840). Artist: John Locke
Part of a letter from John Locke to Sir Hans Sloane, late 17th-early 18th century, (1840). View of the birthplace of John Locke, at Wrington, Somerset

Don Salteros Coffee House, Cheyne Walk, Chelsea, 1723, (1840). The exterior of Don Salteros Coffee House and Curiosity Museum by the River Thames, with signatures of its founder James Salter

The old physic garden, Chelsea, 1890. View of Chelsea Physic Garden with its statue of Hans Sloane, which was founded in 1673 as the Apothecaries Garden

Tumbling, 14th century, (1833). Man bending himself backwards in an extraordinary manner. The original is from the library of Sir Hans Sloane

Letter from John Locke to Hans Sloane, 2nd December 1699. Artist: John Locke
Letter from John Locke to Hans Sloane, 2nd December 1699. Letter from writer and philosopher John Locke to Dr (later Sir) Hans Sloane, physician, naturalist and founder of British Museum

Hans Sloane, English physician and naturalist, 1753
Hans Sloane, English physician and naturalist. Sloane (1660-1753) founded the Chelsea Physic Garden. He was Secretary to the Royal Society from 1693-1713 and donated his library of 50

Hans Sloanes nautilus shell
Sir Hans Sloane is perhaps the most important collector ever. His huge collection forms the core of both the British Museum and the Natural History Museum

Monument to the Memory of Sir Hans Sloane, the Founder of the British Museum, In
MONUMENT TO THE MEMORY OF SIR HANS SLOANE, THE FOUNDER OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM, IN CHELSEA CHURCH YARD, LONDON, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Map of Battersea & Chelsea, 1748 (engraving)
XJF2639720 Map of Battersea & Chelsea, 1748 (engraving) by Rocque, John (c.1704-d.1762); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sheet 10 of An Exact View of the Citys of London)

Monument to the Memory of Sir Hans Sloane, the Founder of the British Museum, In
MONUMENT TO THE MEMORY OF SIR HANS SLOANE, THE FOUNDER OF THE BRITISH MUSEUM, IN CHELSEA CHURCH YARD, LONDON, UK, britain, british, europe, united kingdom, great britain, european

Sir Hans Sloane, British naturalist C016 / 5012
Sir Hans Sloane (1660-1753), British naturalist. Sloane, a practising physician, built up large collections, including many plants brought back to Britain from the West Indies in 1689

Page of Hans Sloanes catalogue of Fossils
No. 1185 - 1189 written entry from a page of Hans Sloanes catalogue of Fossils Vol. 5, Fishes, Birds, Quadrupeds, 1742

First British Museum Mummy and coffin
Hand coloured engraving by George Vertue 1724 for the London Society of Antiquaries. It shows the mummified body in cartonage and hieroglyphic script on a Sarcophagus owned by William Lethieullier

1724 First British Museum sarcophagus
Hand coloured engraving by George Vertue 1724 for the London Society of Antiquaries. It shows the hieroglyphic script on a Sarcophagus owned by William Lethieullier

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"Hans Sloane: A Renaissance Man of the 17th Century" Discover the remarkable life and contributions of Sir Hans Sloane, an English physician, naturalist, and collector. Known for his botanical illustrations that captured the essence of nature in the 17th century, Sloane's artistic talent shone through his masterpiece "Hans Sloane" (1736), a captivating oil on canvas portrait. The enchanting Old Chelsea Church, recently restored in 1886 by an unknown creator, stands as a testament to Sloane's legacy. This place held great significance for him as it was here that he spent many hours studying and observing nature's wonders. Sloane's passion for documenting his findings extended beyond art; he also engraved stunning pieces like "The West Prospect of the Church of St Bartholomew the Great. " These engravings showcased not only his artistic prowess but also provided valuable insights into architectural marvels. Intriguingly, portraits such as "Sir H. Sloane" (1830) by an unknown artist and G. Edwards' work from 1830 shed light on how people perceived this influential figure during different eras. One cannot overlook The Natural History Museum in South Kensington without acknowledging its roots tied to Hans Sloane. Established around c1876 with origins tracing back to his vast collection, this museum stands today as a tribute to his dedication towards preserving knowledge about our natural world. Beyond artistry and scientific pursuits, Sir Hans Sloane left behind a lasting impact on society. His role in medicine is celebrated through depictions like "Hans Sloane, " which immortalize him as an English physician who revolutionized healthcare practices during his time. Delve deeper into history with glimpses into The Manor House at Chelsea built by Henry VIII around c1810 (1911). This grand structure serves as a reminder of how influential figures like they were connected to significant historical events.