Natural Historian Collection

David Attenborough with orangutan and her baby at London Zoo, Friday 2nd April 1982

Charles Wyville Thomson
3586091 Charles Wyville Thomson; (add.info.: Portrait of Charles Wyville Thomson (1830-1882) a Scottish natural historian and marine zoologist. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Thomas Pennant, portrait of the Welsh natural historian with a book under a tree
FLO4650455 Thomas Pennant, portrait of the Welsh natural historian with a book under a tree. After the painting by Thomas Gainsborough

David Attenborough with orangutan and her baby at London Zoo, Friday 2nd April 1982

Tiberius Cornelis Winkler Dutch anatomist
6266102 Tiberius Cornelis Winkler Dutch anatomist by Veth, Jan Pieter (1864-1925) (after); (add.info.: Tiberius Cornelis Winkler, 1822-1897. Dutch anatomist, zoologist and natural historian)

Ms Ital 483 P. 4. 7 f. 155v Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD) from the Dittamondo by Fazio degli Uberti (vellum)
ALG199872 Ms Ital 483 P.4.7 f.155v Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD) from the Dittamondo by Fazio degli Uberti (vellum) by Italian School, (15th century); Biblioteca Estense, Modena, Emilia-Romagna

William Smellie, master printer, translator, natural historian, antiquarian and encyclopedist, 1740-1795
5324592 William Smellie, master printer, translator, natural historian, antiquarian and encyclopedist, 1740-1795 by Smellie, William (1697-1763); (add.info.: William Smellie, master printer)

David Attenborough with a 6-weeks-old bear cub. Circa 1955 P016981

David Attenborough with orangutan and her baby at London Zoo, Friday 2nd April 1982

Tiberius Cornelis Winkler, 1822 - 1897. Dutch anatomist, zoologist and natural historian. After a work by Dutch artist Jan Pieter Veth

Looking north in McMurdo Sound, Antarctica. After a watercolour by E. A. Wilson. Edward Adrian Wilson, 1872 - 1912. English physician, polar explorer, natural historian, painter and ornithologist

TV Presenter David Attenborough December 1955 and Wife Jane with their children at home

Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD) (engraving)
XIR84906 Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD) (engraving) by French School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Louis Agassiz, US-Swiss palaeontologist
Louis Agassiz (1807-1873), Swiss-American palaeontologist. Jean Louis Rodolphe Agassiz was born and worked in Switzerland until 1846, when he left for the USA

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"Captivated by Nature: A Glimpse into the World of a Natural Historian" In this captivating snapshot from Friday, 2nd April 1982, we find the legendary David Attenborough at London Zoo, immersed in an enchanting encounter with an orangutan and her precious baby. As one of the most revered natural historians of our time, Attenborough's passion for wildlife shines through as he observes these magnificent creatures. But Attenborough is not alone in his pursuit of understanding the wonders of nature. Throughout history, countless individuals have dedicated their lives to unraveling its mysteries. Take Tiberius Cornelis Winkler, a Dutch anatomist and zoologist whose groundbreaking work shed light on the intricate workings of living organisms. His contributions continue to inspire generations. Travel back even further in time to Pliny the Elder, who lived during 23-79 AD. This Roman scholar's encyclopedic knowledge encompassed everything from botany to geology and zoology. His writings serve as a testament to early natural historical studies and provide valuable insights into ancient civilizations' perception of nature. Fast forward to William Smellie, a master printer known not only for his expertise but also for his translations and encyclopedic endeavors. With an insatiable curiosity about the world around him, Smellie left behind a legacy that enriched our understanding of various scientific disciplines. Returning once again to David Attenborough—this time circa 1955—we witness him cradling a tender six-week-old bear cub. This heartwarming image captures both his deep affection for animals and his dedication to showcasing their beauty on screen. The exploration continues with Tiberius Cornelis Winkler making another appearance—anatomist turned artist Jan Pieter Veth immortalizes this influential figure's likeness on canvas—a tribute that celebrates Winkler's multidimensional contributions as both scientist and creative.