Sir Joseph Banks Collection

Sir Joseph Banks herbarium and library at Soho Square
Sir Joseph Banks herbarium and part library in his house at 32 Soho Square, London. It remained there until 1827 when it was moved to the British Museum at Montagu House

Amomum, vochya, callisia, tapanhuacanga, portlandia, fransin
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816. Page one of sixteen pages

Wedgwood jasperware portrait medallions of Lord Bacon, Lord Chief Justice Mansfield, Sir William Herschel
6014479 Wedgwood jasperware portrait medallions of Lord Bacon, Lord Chief Justice Mansfield, Sir William Herschel, Captain James Cook

Trotters Bazaar, Soho Square (pencil on paper)
582419 Trotters Bazaar, Soho Square (pencil on paper) by Shepherd, Thomas Hosmer (1792-1864); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trotters Bazaar, Soho Square)

Sir Joseph Banks, P. R.s (engraving)
663625 Sir Joseph Banks, P.R.S (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Joseph Banks, P.R.S)

Sir Joseph Banks, English naturalist, botanist and President of the Royal Society (engraving)
5996905 Sir Joseph Banks, English naturalist, botanist and President of the Royal Society (engraving) by Russell, John (1745-1806) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Joseph Banks (engraving)
815939 Sir Joseph Banks (engraving) by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Joseph Banks, 1st Baronet (1743-1820)

Joseph Banks (engraving)
815890 Joseph Banks (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820). English naturalist and botanist

Sir Joseph Banks
2905836 Sir Joseph Banks by Lawrence, Thomas (1769-1830) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Joseph Banks, 1st Baronet, GCB, PRS)

Pastels by John Russell, RA (litho)
1604760 Pastels by John Russell, RA (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pastels by John Russell, RA. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 5 May 1894)

Sir Joseph Banks about to Eat an Alligator (‘The Fish Supper )
Sir Joseph Banks about to Eat an Alligator ( The Fish Supper ), 1788 or later

Sir Joseph Banks and the Emperor of Morocco, 1788. 1788. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Sir Joseph Banks and the Emperor of Morocco, 1788

Sir J. Banks, (1743-1820, 1830. Creator: Unknown
Sir J. Banks, (1743-1820, 1830. Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820) English naturalist, botanist, and patron of the natural sciences

Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820), English naturalist, botanist and science patron, 19th century. Artist: H Robinson
Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820), English naturalist, botanist and science patron, 19th century. Banks took part in Cooks first great voyage (176-1771) and around 80 species bear Banks name

Sir Joseph Banks, English naturalist and botanist, (1886). Artist: W Macleod
Sir Joseph Banks, English naturalist and botanist, (1886). Banks (1743-1820) took part in Captain James Cooks first great voyage of discovery (1768-1771)

Sir J Banks, 19th century. Artist: CE Wagstaff
Sir J Banks, 19th century. Sir Joseph Banks, (1743-1820) was the English naturalist and botanist on Cooks first great voyage (1768-1771) and some 75 species bear Banks name

Joseph Banks, President of the Royal Society (PRS), botanist, 1800s. Artist: Thomas Philips
Joseph Banks, President of the Royal Society (PRS), botanist, 1800s. Banks travelled to Newfoundland in 1766 on an expedition to collect plants

Joseph Banks (1743-1820), English botanist and plant collector, 1802. Banks sailed with Captain James Cook on the Endeavour on his expedition of 1768-1771

Drawings Prints, Print, Shakespeare, Seated, Between, Dramatic, Muse, Genius, Painting
Drawings and Prints, Print, Shakespeare Seated Between the Dramatic Muse and the Genius of Painting, Who is Pointing Him Out as the Proper Subject for Her Pencil, Boydell shakespeare Gallery

The east side of Soho Square, London. Number 32, on the right, was the home of Sir Joseph Banks and the birthplace of the African Association. Painting by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd (1793-1864)

Collection of beetles C016 / 5592
Beetles. A selection of beetles from the collections of Sir Joseph Banks. Natural History Museum, London, UK

Collection of beetles C016 / 5591
Beetles. A selection of beetles from the collections of Sir Joseph Banks. Natural History Museum, London, UK

Watercolour 50 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 50 by by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

32 Soho Square
Engraving from the Banks Archive at the Natural History Museum, London. 32 Soho Square was the residence and Herbarium of Sir Joseph Banks, an English naturalist and botanist

Sketch of the Bounty by Joseph Banks
From Blighs Voyage to the South Sea

Watercolour 67 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 67 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820)
A statue at the Natural History Museum, London. Banks was a British explorer and naturalist who donated specimens after his 1768 voyage with Captain Cook on board the Endeavour

Shells from Sir Joseph Banks collection
Some of these shells featured in this museum drawer were collected during the first of Captain Cooks voyages 1768-1771

Contarenia, Limia, Mendocia, Mella, Vismia
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816

Paliauana, Orobanchia, Urcheola
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816

Vellosia, Dauilla, Lemia, Marialua
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816. Page one of sixteen pages

Hydrophyllum, Galuania, Fereiria, Cardiospermum, Correia
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816. Page one of sixteen pages

Asphalatus Acacia altera Mauk
Copy of De Materia Medica made by the Greek physician Dioscorides. Used as standard medical work up to Middle Ages. Copy made in 1460 and owned by Sir Joseph Banks

Collinsonia canadensis, horse weed
A hand written description of horse weed from Flora Nov Eboracensis, part of the the Banks Collection. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Drawing number 54
Watercolour 54 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Watercolour 58 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 58 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Golynos Oak

Watercolour 63 from the Watling Collection
Watercolour 63 by the Port Jackson Painter from Banks Manuscript 34, (c. 1790)

Barbacenia, Quelusia, Lafoensia
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816

Letter from Vandelli, Domenico
Autograph letter to Sir J. Banks, consisting of descriptions, with water colour drawings of genera of Plants collected in Minas Geraes, Brazil Vandelli, Domenico, 1732-1816

Mellissia begonifolia, St. Helena boxwood
A specimen of St. Helena boxwood (Mellissia begonifolio) collected by Joseph Banks and Daniel Solander in May 1771

Rubus sylvestris
Illustration is a copy from De Materia Medica made by the Greek physician Dioscorides. The copy was made in 1460 and was owned by Sir Joseph Banks

Title page from Cooks first voyage, 1768-1771
Title page from Illustrations of the Botany of New Zealand during Captain James Cooks first voyage across the Pacific, 1768-1771. Commissioned by Sir Joseph Banks and Dr Solander

Joseph Banks, British naturalist
Sir Joseph Banks (1743-1820), British naturalist. Educated at Harrow, Eton and Oxford, Banks was wealthy enough to indulge his interest in science

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Sir Joseph Banks was an English naturalist, botanist, and President of the Royal Society. He had a deep passion for exploration and scientific discovery, which led him to embark on numerous expeditions around the world. One of his notable accomplishments was his involvement in Captain James Cook's voyages, where he collected and documented various plant species. Banks had a keen interest in botanical specimens from different regions. He discovered unique plants like Amomum, vochya, callisia, tapanhuacanga, portlandia, and fransin during his travels. His dedication to studying these plants contributed significantly to our understanding of biodiversity. His contributions were not limited to botany alone; Banks also supported advancements in other fields. Wedgwood jasperware portrait medallions featuring Lord Bacon, Lord Chief Justice Mansfield, Sir William Herschel, Captain James Cook (his companion), Lord Chief Justice Camden adorned his collection as well. Trotters Bazaar in Soho Square captured the essence of Banks' love for exploration through a detailed pencil sketch. This drawing showcased the vibrant atmosphere of trade and exchange that fascinated him. Various engravings depicted Sir Joseph Banks himself - a man who dedicated his life to scientific pursuits. These images portrayed him as an influential figure within the scientific community and highlighted his role as President of the Royal Society. One lithograph by John Russell showcased Banks in pastels - capturing both his intellectual prowess and artistic flair simultaneously. Even humorous depictions existed; one artwork titled "Sir Joseph Banks about to Eat an Alligator (‘The Fish Supper)" showed a lighthearted side to this esteemed scientist's personality. Another intriguing piece called "Sir Joseph Banks and the Emperor of Morocco" illustrated an encounter between two great minds from different cultures - showcasing how science can bridge gaps between nations.