Multiplication Collection

Vignette depicting military engineers at work
3359530 Vignette depicting military engineers at work; (add.info.: Vignette depicting military engineers at work. The man on the left is using compasses/dividers to measure a plan of fortifications)

Military engineers at work, 1850
3330712 Military engineers at work, 1850; (add.info.: Vignette depicting military engineers at work. The man on the left is using compasses/dividers to measure a plan of fortifications)

Multiplication table drawn in the form of a circle
5310228 Multiplication table drawn in the form of a circle; (add.info.: Multiplication table drawn in the form of a circle. Dated 17th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG.

The eleventh key of Basal Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk, symbolizing multiplication
535623 The eleventh key of Basal Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk, symbolizing multiplication. 1651 (engraving from Von dem grossen Stein Uhralten by Basil Valentine)

A figure showing a method of multiplying 1223 (left) by 20 using counters on a lined reckoning board
5311268 A figure showing a method of multiplying 1223 (left) by 20 using counters on a lined reckoning board: total (24460) shown on the right, 16th century; Universal History Archive/UIG.

Detail of the Miracle of the Grain, from the Altarpiece of St. Nicholas, c. 1486-93 (oil on panel)
489921 Detail of the Miracle of the Grain, from the Altarpiece of St. Nicholas, c.1486-93 (oil on panel) by Master of the Legend of St

The Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes (oil on panel)
471272 The Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes (oil on panel) by Francken or Franck, Ambrosius the Elder (1544-1618); 280x212 cm; Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Antwerp

The Feeding of the Five Thousand (oil on panel)
XIR209258 The Feeding of the Five Thousand (oil on panel) by Patenier or Patinir, Joachim (1487-1524); Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid, Spain; (add.info.: The multiplication of bread and fish; )

Comic postcard, Little boy doing multiplication Date: 20th century

Multiplication is Vexation (engraving)
1614809 Multiplication is Vexation (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Multiplication is Vexation)

Addition and Multiplication (chromolitho)
2802792 Addition and Multiplication (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Addition and Multiplication)

The Feeding of the Five Thousand (oil on canvas)
ALG329472 The Feeding of the Five Thousand (oil on canvas) by Sustris, Lambert (1515/20-68); Pinacoteca Nazionale & Museo di Palazzo Mansi, Lucca, Tuscany

Multiplication is Vexation (chromolitho)
2811751 Multiplication is Vexation (chromolitho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Multiplication is Vexation)

London Society for Teaching the Blind to Read (engraving)
1616851 London Society for Teaching the Blind to Read (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: London Society for Teaching the Blind to Read)

Advert for an appearance by Mr Zacharias Dase (engraving)
609547 Advert for an appearance by Mr Zacharias Dase (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Advert for an appearance by Mr Zacharias Dase)

The multiplication of the loaves (chromolitho)
964184 The multiplication of the loaves (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The multiplication of the loaves (la multiplication des pains)

Multiplication and Reproduction (colour litho)
984155 Multiplication and Reproduction (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Multiplication and Reproduction)

Forms of astrolabe in use for surveying, 1650. Vignette from a multiplication table

The Eleventh Key of Basil Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk and alchemist, 1651
The eleventh key of Basil Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk and alchemist, 1651. Symbolising multiplication, two lions represent sulphur consumed by mercury being transformed

Early Christian art. Spain. Sarcophagus decorated with scenes from the Old and New Testaments. From right to left: Sacrifice of Isaac, Jesus speaks to Zacchaeus climbed on the fig tree

Multiplication of the loaves and fishes. 493 - 526. ITALY. Ravenna. San Apollinare Nuovo. Miracles and parables of Christ. Third upper upper scene in the apse. Northern wall. Early Byzantine art

A Japanese man using a soroban, or abacus. Detail from an 18th or 19th century woodcut by Japanese artist Toyohiro Utagawa

Multiplication Is Vexation From Old Mother Gooses Rhymes And Tales Illustration By Constance Haslewood Published By Frederick Warne & Co London And New York Circa 1890s Chromolithography By Emrik &

Tubular Slide Rule
OTIS KING TUBULAR SLIDE RULE a mechanical calculating devise using addition & subtraction of logarithms to simplify division and multiplication Date: circa 1960

Illustration of teacher pointing at simple multiplication exercises in front of a group of schoolchildren

MULTIPLICATION TABLE, 1859. Multiplication table printed in the 1859 Uncle Sams Almanac, published and printed by Sower and Barnes in Philadelphia

Inaudi, the lightning calculator, performing at the Hippodrome, able to do mentally any sum given by the audience up to twelve figures in addition, subtraction and multiplication. Date: 1903

Conceptual image of mitosis. Mitosis is the process in the cell cycle by which a cell duplicates into two genetically identical sets of chromosomes

Microscopic view of cell division

Feeding a Crowd, Jan van Somer, 1655 - 1700

Multiplication of the loaves and fishes, Anonymous, 1600 - 1700

Miraculous multiplication of the seven loaves and the two fishes, Jan Luyken, Pieter Mortier, 1703

Miraculous multiplication of loaves and fishes by Christ and Christ on the water, Jan Luyken, Jan Claesz ten Hoorn, 1690

Forms of astrolabe in use for surveying. Vignette from a multiplication table published in 1650. Engraving

The eleventh key of Basal Valentine, legendary 15th century German monk, symbolising multiplication. Two lions represent sulphur consumed by mercury being transformed, through digestion

Twice Six are Twelve, / Leave dunces to themselves, / Naughty chaps, to paint their caps
Twice Six are Twelve, /Leave dunces to themselves, /Naughty chaps, to paint their caps./Twice six are ja. From The Merry Multiplication Table by Irving Montague (London c1870). Chromolithograph

Twice Ten are Twenty, / We shall all have plenty, / Each a slice, how very nice / Twice ten are ja
Twice Ten are Twenty, /We shall all have plenty, /Each a slice, how very nice/Twice ten are ja. From The Merry Multiplication Table by Irving Montague (London c1870). Chromolithograph

Gardening, Cutting, Sucker multiplication technique, Layering, Approach grafting, illustration
Gardening - Cutting; Sucker multiplication technique; Layering; Approach grafting; illustration

Arithmometer, 1897 C016 / 2038
Arithmometer. Invented in 1820 and manufactured from the 1850s to 1915, these were the first widely used mechanical calculators

Leibnizs calculating machine. Illustration of the calculating machine, or stepped reckoner, invented by the German mathematician and philosopher Gottfried Leibniz (1646-1716) around 1672

Calculator, simulated X-ray
Calculator. Simulated X-ray of a calculator

Dengue fever virus replication, TEM

17th Century calculator, artwork
17th Century calculator. Historical artwork showing the internal mechanism of a 17th Century mechanical device used for performing mathematical multiplications. Published in 1673

Mathematics symbols. Array of basic mathematics symbols formed from metal construction set parts

Trembley in his Study
Abraham Trembley (1700 - 1784), Swiss naturalist, depicted in his study. He was the first to witness multiplication of protozoans by cell division in algae

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"Multiplication: From Loaves and Fishes to Mathematical Marvels" From the biblical tale of the "Multiplication of the loaves and fishes" to Isaac Newton's groundbreaking discoveries, it has fascinated humanity for centuries. In early Christian art, a sarcophagus adorned with scenes depicting this miraculous event showcases its significance in religious history. The notion of multiplying resources beyond their limits captivates our imagination. Isaac Newton, renowned physicist, astronomer, and mathematician, harnessed the power in his scientific pursuits. His revolutionary theories expanded our understanding of the universe through mathematical calculations. The invention of tools like the tubular slide rule further exemplifies mankind's quest for efficient multiplication methods. These devices enabled engineers and scientists to perform complex calculations swiftly and accurately. Artistic masterpieces such as "The Miracle of the Grain" or "The Feeding of Five Thousand" depict moments where multiplication takes center stage. Oil paintings on panel or canvas immortalize these extraordinary events that defy logic. Even in popular culture, multiplication finds its place - from comic postcards illustrating little boys struggling with math problems to engravings humorously declaring that "multiplication is vexation. " It reminds us that even though it can be challenging at times, mastering this fundamental operation opens doors to endless possibilities. Whether it is exploring spiritual narratives or unraveling scientific mysteries, we continue to marvel at how multiplication shapes our world. It remains an integral part of our lives - from basic arithmetic operations like addition and multiplication to advanced mathematical concepts that drive innovation across various fields. So let us embrace this timeless concept as we navigate through life's equations – unlocking new dimensions through each multiplied step forward.