Sir Benjamin Thompson Collection

Luxury, or the Comforts of a Rum p ford. After an etching by Charles Williams dated circa 1801. The picture is a satire on an advertisement for Rumford stoves

Rumford's calorimeter, used to determine heat produced by combustion, 1887
3585530 Rumford's calorimeter, used to determine heat produced by combustion, 1887; (add.info.: Rumford's calorimeter, used to determine the amount of heat produced by combustion)

Sir Benjamin Thompson, 1800
3585528 Sir Benjamin Thompson, 1800; (add.info.: Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, FRS (1753 - 1814) American-born British physicist

Sir Benjamin Thompson. 1800
3585529 Sir Benjamin Thompson. 1800; (add.info.: Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, FRS (1753 - 1814) American-born British physicist

Sir Benjamin Thompson, 1800
3585526 Sir Benjamin Thompson, 1800; (add.info.: Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford, FRS (1753 - 1814) American-born British physicist

The Comforts of a Rumford Stove, pub 1800 (hand coloured engraving)
3051742 The Comforts of a Rumford Stove, pub 1800 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Benjamin Thompson)

The Comforts of a Rumford Stove, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving)
2489981 The Comforts of a Rumford Stove, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Benjamin Thompson)

Benjamin Thompson (engraving)
815892 Benjamin Thompson (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford (1753-1814)

The Comforts of a Rumford Stove, 1800
The Comforts of a Rumford Stove, pub. 1800 (hand coloured engraving). This relates to Sir Benjamin Thompson, Count von Rumford (1753-1814); founder of the Royal Institution

Rumfords calorimeter, 1887. During his work in determining the efficiency of different fuels the Anglo-American scientist Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford (1753-1814)

Chemical lecture, 1802. Artist: James Gillray
Chemical lecture; Scientific Researches! - New Discoveries in Pneumaticks! or - an Experimental Lecture on the Powers of Air!, 1802

Rumfords fireplace, c1880. Devised by Benjamin Thompson, Count Rumford (1753-1814), Anglo-American scientist and administrator

Portrait Sir Benjamin Thompson Count von Rumford
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Sir Benjamin Thompson, also known as Count Rumford, was a brilliant scientist and inventor who made significant contributions to the fields of physics and thermodynamics. Born in 1753 in Massachusetts, Thompson's early life was marked by his curiosity and passion for learning. He eventually moved to Europe where he became a prominent figure in the scientific community. Thompson's most famous invention was the Rumford fireplace, which revolutionized heating technology by improving efficiency and reducing smoke emissions. His work on heat conduction and radiation laid the foundation for modern understanding of thermal energy transfer. In addition to his scientific achievements, Sir Benjamin Thompson was also a philanthropist and social reformer. He established charitable organizations to help alleviate poverty and improve living conditions for the less fortunate. His efforts earned him recognition from both European royalty and American leaders. Despite facing challenges throughout his life, including political persecution and personal setbacks, Sir Benjamin Thompson remained dedicated to advancing knowledge and improving society. His legacy continues to inspire scientists and innovators around the world today.