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Royal Geographical Society Collection

The Royal Geographical Society, founded in 1830, has played a significant role in the exploration and understanding of our world

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Lieutenant Cameron at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society, 1876. Creator: C.R

Lieutenant Cameron at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society, 1876. Creator: C.R
Lieutenant Cameron at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society, 1876. The lecture which was delivered by [British explorer

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Scotland, c1930s. Artist: C Reid

Scotland, c1930s. Artist: C Reid
Scotland. Highland cattle, descendants of the old Scottish wild oxen to the reed-girt lochs to drink in the still evening, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Greece, c1930s. Artist: Harold Spender

Greece, c1930s. Artist: Harold Spender
Greece. Few relics are left of ancient Sparta, the famous city of Laconia that once ruled the Peloponnese; the southern portion of its old precincts is occupied by the present Sparta

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Sir Samuel Baker at the Royal Geographical Society, HRH the Prince of Waless Speech (engraving)

Sir Samuel Baker at the Royal Geographical Society, HRH the Prince of Waless Speech (engraving)
1049140 Sir Samuel Baker at the Royal Geographical Society, HRH the Prince of Waless Speech (engraving) by Durand, Godefroy (1832-1896); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Punch cartoon: New Official Costume for Members of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)

Punch cartoon: New Official Costume for Members of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)
6034749 Punch cartoon: New Official Costume for Members of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punch cartoon)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Gold Medal given to Mr Stanley by the Royal Geographical Society (b / w photo)

Gold Medal given to Mr Stanley by the Royal Geographical Society (b / w photo)
1627004 Gold Medal given to Mr Stanley by the Royal Geographical Society (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Lieutenant Cameron at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)

Lieutenant Cameron at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)
1106009 Lieutenant Cameron at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The President of the Association and the Presidents of the Various Sections, British Association

The President of the Association and the Presidents of the Various Sections, British Association, 1893 (engraving)
1062980 The President of the Association and the Presidents of the Various Sections, British Association, 1893 (engraving) by English School

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Illustrations of 'The Wild Tribes of the Soudan, 'by Mr F L James, FRGS (engraving)

Illustrations of "The Wild Tribes of the Soudan, "by Mr F L James, FRGS (engraving)
1107355 Illustrations of " The Wild Tribes of the Soudan, " by Mr F L James, FRGS (engraving) by English School

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society, Monday, 5 May, in the Royal Albert Hall

Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society, Monday, 5 May, in the Royal Albert Hall, Mr Stanley speaking (engraving)
1627002 Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society, Monday, 5 May, in the Royal Albert Hall, Mr Stanley speaking (engraving) by Overend

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Mr Young describing his Search for Dr Livingstone at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society

Mr Young describing his Search for Dr Livingstone at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society
1588525 Mr Young describing his Search for Dr Livingstone at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society, Burlington House (engraving) by Robinson

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Recent Exploration in Central Asia, Dr Sven Hedins Attempt to reach Lhassa in Disguise (b / w photo)

Recent Exploration in Central Asia, Dr Sven Hedins Attempt to reach Lhassa in Disguise (b / w photo)
1601325 Recent Exploration in Central Asia, Dr Sven Hedins Attempt to reach Lhassa in Disguise (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The Royal Geographical Societys East African Expedition (engraving)

The Royal Geographical Societys East African Expedition (engraving)
1622962 The Royal Geographical Societys East African Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Geographical Societys East African Expedition)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Sir Samuel Baker at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)

Sir Samuel Baker at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)
1621132 Sir Samuel Baker at the Meeting of the Royal Geographical Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Dr Nansen presented with the Royal Geographical Societys Gold Medal by the Prince of Wales at

Dr Nansen presented with the Royal Geographical Societys Gold Medal by the Prince of Wales at the Albert Hall (litho)
1597162 Dr Nansen presented with the Royal Geographical Societys Gold Medal by the Prince of Wales at the Albert Hall (litho) by Prior

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The Wild Tribes of the Soudan (engraving)

The Wild Tribes of the Soudan (engraving)
1061427 The Wild Tribes of the Soudan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Wild Tribes of the Soudan)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Reception of Captains Speke and Grant by the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)

Reception of Captains Speke and Grant by the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)
1102556 Reception of Captains Speke and Grant by the Royal Geographical Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The Colquhoun Expedition (engraving)

The Colquhoun Expedition (engraving)
1061243 The Colquhoun Expedition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Colquhoun Expedition)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The Late Mr Joseph Thomson, FRGS (b / w photo)

The Late Mr Joseph Thomson, FRGS (b / w photo)
1100098 The Late Mr Joseph Thomson, FRGS (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Late Mr Joseph Thomson, FRGS)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Captain F E Younghusband, Kings Dragoon Guards, Gold Medallist

Captain F E Younghusband, Kings Dragoon Guards, Gold Medallist, Royal Geographical Society (engraving)
1627025 Captain F E Younghusband, Kings Dragoon Guards, Gold Medallist, Royal Geographical Society (engraving) by English School

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Stanleys Lecture to the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)

Stanleys Lecture to the Royal Geographical Society (engraving)
1627005 Stanleys Lecture to the Royal Geographical Society (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stanleys Lecture to the Royal Geographical Society)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Prince Henry of Orleans at the Royal Geographical Society (litho)

Prince Henry of Orleans at the Royal Geographical Society (litho)
1042176 Prince Henry of Orleans at the Royal Geographical Society (litho) by Renouard, Charles Paul (1845-1924) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Mr Stanley at the Albert Hall (engraving)

Mr Stanley at the Albert Hall (engraving)
1047278 Mr Stanley at the Albert Hall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Stanley at the Albert Hall)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: New Yacht built for Captain G Peacock, FRGS (engraving)

New Yacht built for Captain G Peacock, FRGS (engraving)
2773139 New Yacht built for Captain G Peacock, FRGS (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Yacht built for Captain G Peacock, FRGS)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The Livingstone Exhibition at the Westminster Town Hall, the Tree under which the Explorers Heart

The Livingstone Exhibition at the Westminster Town Hall, the Tree under which the Explorers Heart was buried
1593836 The Livingstone Exhibition at the Westminster Town Hall, the Tree under which the Explorers Heart was buried (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: To Call Her Mine, by Walter Besant (engraving)

To Call Her Mine, by Walter Besant (engraving)
1594985 To Call Her Mine, by Walter Besant (engraving) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: To Call Her Mine, by Walter Besant)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Captain H H P Deasy, Gold Medallist, Royal Geographical Society (b / w photo)

Captain H H P Deasy, Gold Medallist, Royal Geographical Society (b / w photo)
1599677 Captain H H P Deasy, Gold Medallist, Royal Geographical Society (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Captain H H P Deasy, Gold Medallist)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The Elder Exploration Party in Australia (b / w photo)

The Elder Exploration Party in Australia (b / w photo)
1055863 The Elder Exploration Party in Australia (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Elder Exploration Party in Australia)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Key to 'A Meeting of the School Board for London'(engraving)

Key to "A Meeting of the School Board for London"(engraving)
1060939 Key to " A Meeting of the School Board for London" (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Mr William Dunn (engraving)

Mr William Dunn (engraving)
1062600 Mr William Dunn (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr William Dunn, the New Gladstonian MP for Paisley)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Mr E P Mathers, FGS, FRGS (engraving)

Mr E P Mathers, FGS, FRGS (engraving)
1063154 Mr E P Mathers, FGS, FRGS (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr E P Mathers, FGS, FRGS, Author of " Zambesia, Englands Eldorado")

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: The New House of Commons (engraving)

The New House of Commons (engraving)
1061888 The New House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New House of Commons, Portraits of Members who have never before sat in Parliament)

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Plan of Paris - Central District of the City of Light, c1930s

Plan of Paris - Central District of the City of Light, c1930s
Plan of Paris - Central District of the City of Light. With its Streets and Railways and a plan of the Arrondissements, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Rio de Janeiro, c1930s. Artist: WS Barclay

Rio de Janeiro, c1930s. Artist: WS Barclay
Rio de Janeiro. At the bend in the Avenida Niemeyer above the Atlantic the Hill of Gavea appears with its bare, sheer flanks, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Portugal, c1930s. Artist: EA Waymark

Portugal, c1930s. Artist: EA Waymark
Portugal. These curious flat-bottomed boats, some with enormous rudders, are specially built to carry cargoes of the famous wine of the valley through the treacherous reefs

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Philippine Islands, early 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: Richard Thomas Underwood

Philippine Islands, early 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: Richard Thomas Underwood
Philippine Islands. Piles raise these houses near Manila out of the stagnant water which is a breeding-ground for mosquitoes, early 19th century, (c1930s). From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Norway, c1930s

Norway, c1930s
Norway. Water and spume veil the great cliffs of the Geiranger-fjord, as the Seven Sisters Falls make the downward plunge, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Peking, c1930s. Artist: E D Harty

Peking, c1930s. Artist: E D Harty
Peking. Memorial arches over the streets are often met with in the great city. This arch of teak makes a fine blaze of colour in the sun with its wealth of red lacquer

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Palestine, c1930s. Artist: Donald McLeish

Palestine, c1930s. Artist: Donald McLeish
Palestine. Once the Sea of Galilee was a busy waterway, but now only fishermen and pleasure parties are seen on its waters, which lie nearly seven hundred feet below the level of the Mediterranean

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Palestine, c1930s. Artist: Ewing Galloway

Palestine, c1930s. Artist: Ewing Galloway
Palestine. In this village of Transjordania the shepherd is leading his mingled flock of sheep and black goats down the shaded street, while a diminutive urchin urges the laggards on from behind

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Punjab, c1930s. Artist: E Candler

Punjab, c1930s. Artist: E Candler
Punjab. In the centre of the Pool of Nectar at Amritsar there glistens the Golden Temple, a lovely building all of gilded copper save for silver doors

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Rio de Janeiro, c1930s

Rio de Janeiro, c1930s
Rio de Janeiro. Through a window in the woods on Mount Santa Thereza one looks don upon the roofs of the suburb of Lapa, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Normandy, early 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: Richard Thomas Underwood

Normandy, early 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: Richard Thomas Underwood
Normandy. Rising out of the sea-bed, the Benedictine Abbey upon the granite rock of Mont St. Michel appears to be some fairy fantasy bound to the world of reality by the raised causeway

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Peking, early 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: Richard Thomas Underwood

Peking, early 19th century, (c1930s). Artist: Richard Thomas Underwood
Peking. By the side of the steps leading up to the palace of the late Empress-Dowager are two splendid dragons with arched backs, early 19th century, (c1930s). From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Provence, c1930s. Artist: PLM

Provence, c1930s. Artist: PLM
Provence, At Fontaine-de-Vaucluse, whither Petrarch retired in 1337, the Sorgue gushes forth from a titanic basin in a hill

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Portugal, c1930s. Artist: G Long

Portugal, c1930s. Artist: G Long
Portugal. From the irregular crest of a rocky crag the ruined Castle of the Moors seems to overhang the very heart of Cintra, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Business Centre of New York at the Seaward End of Manhattan and environs, c1930s

Business Centre of New York at the Seaward End of Manhattan and environs, c1930s
Business Centre of New York at the Seaward End of Manhattan and the Environs of the Island City, c1930s. From Geographical Magazine, Volume 5

Background imageRoyal Geographical Society Collection: Norway, c1930s. Artist: SJ Beckett

Norway, c1930s. Artist: SJ Beckett
Norway. In the Tromsdal near Tromso there is a colony of nomadic Lapps with their herds of reindeer. The Lapp depends almost entirely on these beasts for his food, clothing and domestic implements



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The Royal Geographical Society, founded in 1830, has played a significant role in the exploration and understanding of our world. With its headquarters located in London, this prestigious society has attracted renowned artists and adventurers from around the globe. In Scotland during the 1930s, artist C Reid captured the breathtaking landscapes that have long fascinated geographers. Meanwhile, Harold Spender's artwork took us on a journey to Greece during the same era, showcasing its rich history and captivating beauty. Verney Lovett Cameron is one of many notable figures associated with the Royal Geographical Society. His black-and-white photograph portrays him as a determined explorer ready to conquer uncharted territories. Lieutenant Verney Lovett Cameron's engraving further immortalizes his contributions to geographical research. Sir Samuel Baker graced the halls of the Royal Geographical Society where he delivered an impactful speech attended by none other than HRH Prince of Wales himself - an event forever etched into history through an exquisite engraving. A lighthearted Punch cartoon depicted members donning new official costumes at this esteemed society. The Gold Medal presented to Mr Stanley by the Royal Geographical Society symbolizes recognition for his remarkable achievements in exploration. Another engraving captures Lieutenant Cameron amidst a meeting at this illustrious institution - a testament to camaraderie among fellow explorers. The British Association met in 1893 with representatives from various fields including geography. An enchanting engraving showcases presidents gathered together discussing advancements and discoveries that would shape our understanding of Earth's mysteries. Illustrations by F. L James shed light on "The Wild Tribes of Sudan, " providing invaluable insights into cultures previously unknown to many outside their borders. The Royal Albert Hall served as a grand venue for another momentous gathering where Mr Stanley captivated audiences with his words about distant lands and adventures yet untold. Mr Young described his search for Dr Livingstone at Burlington House during another memorable meeting held by the Royal Geographical Society.