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A printed commemorative poem titled "Brothers In The Eternal Cold" by Archibald MacLeish, created to honor humanity's first journey to the Moon during the Apollo 8 mission in 1968. The poem reflects on the perspective of astronauts observing Earth from space-a small, fragile world surrounded by the vastness of the universe. The print is autographed by Apollo 15 astronaut Alfred Worden in black felt tip, and it features the First Day Issue of an Apollo stamp, postmarked from Kennedy Space Center on August 2, 1971. Alfred Worden (1932-2020) was a NASA astronaut and the Command Module Pilot for Apollo 15, the fourth manned mission to land on the Moon. While his fellow astronauts, David Scott and James Irwin, explored the lunar surface, Worden remained in lunar orbit aboard the command module Endeavour. Worden's contributions to the Apollo program were pivotal, as he helped to execute critical scientific experiments and conduct orbital observations of the Moon's surface. Worden's autograph adds tremendous value to this historic piece. This lot includes a RR Auction Certificate of Authenticity, verifying the signature's authenticity.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 8.5"L x 11"HCondition: Age related wear.

An uncommon limited edition Italian NASA Apollo 15 postal cover, commemorating the 10th Anniversary of a Man in Space. This cover is postmarked from 1971 and features a series of postmark stamps from various significant missions, making it a unique piece of space exploration history. The cover is autographed by Apollo 15 astronaut James Irwin in black felt tip. James Irwin (1930-1991) was a NASA astronaut and the lunar module pilot for Apollo 15, the fourth manned mission to land on the Moon. He became the eighth person to walk on the lunar surface and spent over 18 hours exploring the Hadley-Apennine region, conducting scientific experiments and collecting rock samples. Irwin's contributions to space exploration were pivotal in advancing lunar scientific research. After his time with NASA, he became a passionate advocate for space exploration and founded the High Flight Foundation to promote the spiritual aspects of space travel. This limited edition postal cover, featuring both the significance of Apollo 15 and Irwin's personal signature, makes for an exceptional collectible that blends history, space exploration, and rare autographed memorabilia. This lot includes a RR Auction Certificate of Authenticity, verifying the signature's authenticity.Issued: 20th centuryDimensions: 8.5"L x 11"HCondition: Age related wear.

A blue crate containing a quantity of vintage and antique scientific and medical equipment including a small leather clad doctors kit with thermometer, lidded glass bottles, etc.

Of Scientific / Scottish Interest. A scarce 9ct yellow gold medallion, 'The John Bruce Award of Merit', 1965 by Charles d'Orville Pilkington Jackson (1887 - 1973) (presented to Professor J.I.P Jmaes, 1980, in fitted case of issue, marked Alex(ander) Kirkwood & Son, Medalists, 13 Albany St, Edinburgh, 96g

Folio Society. A collection of works, incl. literature & scientific texts, all bar one presented in orig. dust wrapper. The lot comprising War and Peace by Tolstoy, Anna Karenina by Tolstoy, Vanity Fair by William Makepeace Thackeray, The Blind Watchmaker by Richard Dawkins, The Go-Between by L. P. Hartley, Life by Richard Fortey, Anthem of Doomed Youth, Akenfield by Ronald Blythe, Wnid, Sand and Stars by Saint Expury, In Xanadu by William Dalrymple, The Voyce of the World Writings of Sir Thomas Browne (lacking slipcase), Out of Africa by Karen Blixen, The Travels of Marco Polo, The Natural History of Selborne by Gilbert White, and a set of three works by Evelyn Waugh, being Unconditional Surrender, Men at Arms, and Officers and Gentleman. All in excellent condition & appearing unread, light shelf wear to slipcases only. 8vo.

Folio Society:- science & mathematics interest. A collection of eight scientific and mathematical works. The lot comprising Taming the Intimate by Ian Stewart, History of Western Science by John Gribbin, A Brief History of Time from the Big Bang to Black Holes by Stephen Hawking, The Periodic Table by Primo Levi, Ideas and Opinions by Albert Einstein, A Guide to the Prinicipia Mathematica by Isaac Newton, and Surely You're Joking, Mr. Feynman by Richard Feynman. Each presented in decorative cloth binding & slipcase, some minor shelfwear to the cases, otherwise in fine condition. 8vo.

Scientific Instruments - a WRP (Walter R. Prior) brass dissecting microscope, cased; a C. Baker, London microscope, cased (2)

Two boxes of decorative/prize binding books, including: Pope's Works, edited by William Roscoe, 8 vols.; Marvels of Animal Life, by Charles Frederick Holder; Scientific Study of Scenery, by J. E. Marr; Sykes' Local Records, three vols.; The King's Homeland, by W. A. Dutt; The Map of Life, by William Edward Hartpole Lecky; and others, contained across two boxes.

A selection of hardback and other books, primarily literature, mainly science fiction, titles including: At The Mountains of Madness, by H. P. Lovecraft; New Maps of Hell, by Kingsley Amis; The Scientific Romances of H. G. Wells; The Atom Chaser, by Angus MacVicar; The Lost Planet, by Angus MacVicar; Peril on Mars, by Patrick Moore; The Riddle of the Sands, by Erskine Childers; Mission of Gravity, by Howell Clements; The History of Science Fiction, by Adam Roberts; and other titles, contained across three boxes.

Scientific Anglers System 2 alloy salmon fly reel 10/11#, with spare spool, 3 3/4" wide ventilated spool with 2 screw latch, counter balanced handle, rear tensioner, constant check. Light wear, runs well

A collection of fishing equipment as follows: Shire alloy trout fly reel 7/8#, 3 ¾" spool, spindle spool screw, counter balanced handle, large rear tensioner. In neoprene pouch, runs well, light use. Boxed Scientific Anglers Mastery Series spare spool. Looks unused. 2x Neoprene 7/8 reel pouches. Pair of Pelican Magnetic rod holders with all straps. (5)

TWO SCIENTIFIC MICROSCOPES TO INCLUDE A VICKERS

Scientific equipment over 3 shelves. Not available for in-house P&P

An old precision aneroid barometer in fitted carrying case, together with one other scientific instrument in leather carrying case

An antique French brass clinometer, together with one other cased scientific instrument

Antique scientific scales in case - Model 48G.C

Table clock, reproduction of the Jeremias Metzger modelIn gilt and silvered metal, with chiseled, pierced and molded decorationThe dome-shaped top with edges conceals the bell and features rich pierced decoration with vegetal scrolls and hunting scenes inspired by Virgil Solis's engravings (Nuremberg, 1514-1562). The edges are decorated with winged horses and, crowning the dome, a full-round representation of the goddess Fortuna on a classically-inspired pedestalOn the sides, arranged between the various dials and on a background engraved with arabesque patterns and vegetal scrolls, there are five female figures in relief, each with an animal, possibly with allegorical significance alluding to the five sensesThe base is decorated in low relief with a military procession, depicting armed figures marchingThe main dial, flanked by astronomical and calendar subsidiary dials, includes a celestial astrolabe dial, a perpetual calendar indicating Saints' days, a Golden Number dial, and various scales associated with time measurement and astronomical cycles. These dials replicate the complexity of Renaissance examples but, like other 19th-century reproductions, are merely decorativeStructure flanked by Corinthian columns and ornamented with engraved inscriptionsMechanism present, of simple construction, characteristic of 19th-century reproductions of this modelEurope, 19th century(minor losses and wear; mechanism untested; key missing)29×19×12 cmThis model reproduces the famous astronomical clocks created by Jeremias Metzger (active c. 1563-1564), goldsmith and clockmaker from Augsburg. During the Renaissance, these complex mechanisms were valued for their technical sophistication and their scientific and astrological symbolism.The first reproductions of this model appeared between 1864 and 1865, during a period of great interest in Renaissance heritage and ancient scientific instruments. The process was driven by the development of electroplating, allowing the production of meticulous replicas of historical objects. The Viennese firm C. Haas & Co. was one of the pioneers in this process, creating copies for museums and collectors.These nineteenth-century replicas are distinguished by their high aesthetic fidelity, accurately replicating the intricate decoration of astronomical dials, inscriptions, and figurative elements. Although the astronomical and calendar dials are decorative, maintaining only an ornamental function, the mechanism preserves the time-keeping functionality.Today, these nineteenth-century examples are appreciated not only for their historical value but also for their quality of execution and collectible interest, representing a fusion between Renaissance mastery and nineteenth-century scientific and artistic revivalism.

Vintage Scientific and photographic equipment, to include Air Ministry marked camera lenses, several cased and boxed amp and volt meters, Kodak Rettinette cased Camera, and other items

A mixed collection of vintage tools and equipment, including boxed projector screen, scientific devices and two camera tripods etc.

Vintage Griffin & Tatlock resistance box, early scientific instrument with brass terminals and bakelite switches, housed in a wooden case.

fine example of Guillaume de l’Isles’s ornate map of the British Isles coloured. The map has a beautiful title cartouche and shows England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland as well as parts of France, Norway, Germany and the Netherlands. De L'Isle (1675-1726) is important as the first 'scientific' cartographer who incorporated the most current information on exploration and topography into his maps. Date: 1745 Author: Ph. Buache, Paris Condition: a great example with large margins. Size of image: 47 x 61 cm. Keywords: British Isles map, Europe map,

This collection includes 12 pages from Mundus Subterraneus by Athanasius Kircher, published in 1665 by J. Janssonius & Elizeum Weyerstraten in Amsterdam. The engravings are part of Kircher's comprehensive work on subterranean phenomena, including detailed depictions of wind-powered mine shafts, water machines, celestial diagrams, a furnace, and a variety of other illustrations. Kircher’s work was groundbreaking, based on his observations of the volcanic eruptions of Mount Etna and Stromboli in Sicily in 1637-1638. His conclusions about the earth's internal fire and the role of volcanoes as safety valves were revolutionary at the time. His Mundus Subterraneus speculated on many aspects of the earth’s internal structure, covering topics such as hidden lakes, subterranean rivers of fire, and volcanic activity, as well as celestial and meteorological phenomena. The work is a fascinating blend of scientific inquiry and imaginative exploration, offering a glimpse into the Renaissance understanding of the natural world. Among the engravings are: Wind-Powered Mine Shafts: Water Machines: Celestial Diagrams: The Furnace: The Sun: Kircher’s scientific approach was ahead of its time, and his work is seen as one of the first serious attempts to understand the earth’s physical structure from a geological and volcanic standpoint. His theories on the earth’s internal workings, celestial mechanics, and the role of fire in the earth’s core laid the groundwork for later developments in geology and volcanology. Condition: Good overall condition of pages, with some light surface staining. Size of Engravings: Each page measures 38.5 x 25 cm (15.2 x 9.8 inches). The collection contains a total of 12 pages, each with various engravings.

Two beautiful plates from the third volume of Natural History of the Animal Kingdom for the Use of Young People (Naturgeschichte des Thierreichs für die Jugend) c.1869 by J.F. Schreiber and Gotthilf Heinrich von Schubert, showcasing various butterfly species in remarkable detail. The three-volume work includes Naturgeschichte der Säugethiere (Natural History of Mammals), Naturgeschichte der Vögel (Natural History of Birds), and Naturgeschichte der Amphibien, Fische, Weich- und Schaalenthiere, Insekten, Würmer und Strahlenthiere (Natural History of Amphibians, Fishes, Molluscs, Insects, Worms, and Radiata). Size: 30 x 40.5 cm (11.8 x 15.9 inches). Date: 1869 Condition: In good condition. Keywords: Naturgeschichte des Thierreichs, natural history prints, fish species illustrations, J.F. Schreiber, 19th-century zoological plates, antique natural history, Esslingen publications, German natural history, decorative scientific prints, nature-inspired artwork.

A set of mid 20th century scientific balance scales, by Brady & Martin, in a glazed display case, 50cm wide

EL MILHAS 002, AN EXCEPTIONALLY LARGE LUNAR METEORITE FELL TIRIS ZEMMOUR, MAURITANIA, 26°20’37.05’’ N, 07°10’04.55’’ W lunar feldspathic breccia, wavy sand blasted patination, feldspar-rich fragments fused together through impact processes on the Moon's surface, without fusion crust, main minerals are olivine, low-Ca pyroxene, and calcic plagioclase 2.317kg, 38.2cm diameter at widest point Found in 2022 at Tiris Zemmour, Mauritania, 26°20’37.05’’ N, 07°10’04.55’’ W Lunar material is among the rarest substances on Earth, with only 780 kilograms known to exist and fewer than 700 individual specimens ever recovered. Each is the result of an impact upon the lunar surface, blasting material into the vacuum of space and onto a collision course with earth. This extraordinary and substantial meteorite, the result of such a collision, eventually fell in the deserts of northern Mauritania in 2022, offering a tangible connection to our celestial neighbour.Classified as a feldspathic breccia, the specimen consists of fragmented lunar material that was fused together by the impact event on the Moon. Its structure features strikingly large inclusions of lighter-coloured minerals interwoven within a dark, blackish-grey matrix, creating a visually dramatic contrast that underscores its extraterrestrial origin.Weighing over 2 kilograms, this meteorite is one of the largest known examples of lunar material ever made available on the market. Its exceptional size and composition not only provide valuable insight into the Moon’s geological history but also make it a significant acquisition for collectors and scientific institutions alike. The specimen has undergone rigorous analysis and authentication by the Lunar and Planetary Institute, which has officially designated it as El Milhas 002.

Asia.- Wolff (Rev. Joseph) Narrative of a Mission to Bokhara, in the Years 1843-1845, presentation copy from the author inscribed in Persian and signed in English, fourth edition, half-title, portrait frontispiece, cracked upper hinge, original cloth, short tear to spine head, sunned spine, rubbed and worn, bumping to corners, 1846 § Andrew (W. P.) Our Scientific Frontier, presentation copy inscribed by author on title, folding map frontispiece and large folding map (laid onto tissue), advertisements at end, original cloth, rebacked retaining original backstrip, a little rubbed, 1880; and others Asia, 8vo (6)

A COLLECTION OF SCIENTIFIC EQUIPMENT, to include a Becker tangent galvanometer, a Pye example etc.

A collection of original typed and copied post-WWII technical and scientific denazification reports from 1945. Including 'Notes on war research and development', restricted report questions such as "What was the history of the "Panther" construction? What was the difference between the H.A.N. and Daimler-Benz designs? Which one was chosen and why?", correspondence from James Purdey & Sons Ltd, a copy of the 1946 'Investigation of the Upper Atmosphere with the A4 Rocket Missile', and more.The vendor's father worked at a factory in Basingstoke making parts for Spitfire, and was recruited as a Disarmament Officer as part of Allied Expeditionary Force and as such was authorised to enter any factory, airfield, ammunition or gas storage establishments, mine or underground area, working in ensuring that war potential therein was eliminated.

GEORGE MAYER-MARTON (HUNGARIAN 1897-1960) ⊕ GEORGE MAYER-MARTON (HUNGARIAN 1897-1960) EVENING OVER THE FUNFAIR watercolour on paper 39.5 x 57.5cm; 15 1/2 x 22 3/4in unframed Painted in 1951. GEORGE MAYER-MARTON (LOTS 1-8) Introduction HIS APPEARANCE, ACCENT AND MANNER SPOKE OF A LOST AND TO US LARGELY UNKNOWN MITTELEUROPA. Always meticulously dressed in a suit and wearing a hat and polished shoes, he would arrive in the college with his leather briefcase and don his professional white coat. In Their Safe Haven', Hungarian artists in Britain from the 1930s, compiled and edited by Robert Waterhouse, the bleak story of George Mayer-Marton's dispossession is graphically pieced together from the artist's diaries and first hand accounts. Born in Györ, North Hungary, the artist's formative years had largely been spent in Austria and Germany. During the First World War he had served on the front line in the Austrian army, and - leading up to the Anschluss - he lived in Vienna, happily married and, as vice-president of the Hagenbund, he was a leading voice among contemporary artists. But with Hitler's annexation of the country at the end of September 1938 with Grete his wife he fled Vienna for London. Mayer-Marton's diaries evoke with withering honesty the reception he received and his despairing sense of dislocation: 'For the moment, London spells turmoil, noise, rows of double decker buses and a language one doesn't understand... We observe the English art of 'splendid isolation', their culture of bureaucratic niceties, good manners and cold souls; their complete consideration for others out of consideration for their own piece and quiet.' (Waterhouse, p. 74). Eventually the couple set up home and a studio in St John's Wood, only for the premises to be hit by an incendiary bomb in 1940 during the Blitz. In the ensuing fire Mayer-Marton lost the vast majority of the work he had brought with him. At the end of the War he learnt of the murder of his and Grete's parents together with his brother in the Holocaust. Unsurprisingly these horrors took a mental toll: all too much for Grete, she suffered a nervous breakdown and died in a psychiatric hospital in Epsom in 1952. Yet, despite such a succession of tragedies, Mayer-Marton remained resolutely determined. He strove to replace the works lost in the London bombing, not simply with copies but because he felt challenged by the very different light and landscape of the British countryside, his lightness of touch and deftness of colour are abundantly apparent in the present selection of works. He was also appointed a senior lecturer at Liverpool College of Art, a post in which he flourished. His Liverpool students recalled Mayer-Marton's innovative approach to teaching. He introduced weekly 'Socratic method' seminars, challenging students with rhetorical questions ranging from 'Kant's moral imperative to Schopenhauer's aesthetic theory, the scientific ideas of Einstein, concepts of the primitive in art, abstraction, expressionism, the medieval guilds and so on... these seminars were a decade before the history and theory of art were incorporated into art school curricula in the 1960s' (Waterhouse, pp. 212-213). In Liverpool he also introduced new technical know-how, in particular fresco painting and the re-introduction of Byzantine-style mosaic practices. These he deployed in a series of large scale ecclesiastical commissions in the north-west, including the large Crucifixion mural at the former church of the Holy Rosary, Oldham (1955), Pentecost now in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Crowning of St Clare at St Clare's Church, Blackley. Small dogear upper left corner. There is slight wear to edges of paper. Otherwise this work is in good original condition.

CURIE PIERRE: (1859-1906) French Physicist. Nobel Prize winner for Physics, with his wife Marie and Henri Becquerel, 1903. A pioneer in radioactivity. An excellent A.L.S., `P. Curie´, to one side of a printed small oblong 8vo correspondence card from the Faculté des Sciences de Paris, 12 Rue Cuvier, Paris, 9th August 1904, to a gentleman, in French. An interesting scientific content letter related to Curie´s investigations on radioactivity. Pierre Curie thanks his correspondent for the samples received, stating `Monsieur, J´ai reçu en très bon état la caisse de bouteilles d´eaux de diverses sources que vous avez bien voulu m´envoyer...´ (Translation: "Sir, I received in very good condition the case of bottles of water from various sources that you were kind enough to send me...") Some light water staining (perhaps caused by the water from the bottles referred to), only very slightly affecting the conclusion of the signature, and with a few minor creases, about GFrom 1904, Pierre Curie and Albert Laborde, his collaborator in the laboratory of the rue Cuvier, were interested in thermal waters. Indeed, their therapeutic properties, some of which have been known since ancient times, continued to intrigue. The radioactivity rate of many of them turned out to be higher than normal. From there to deducting that their therapeutic qualities came from radioactivity, there was only a step which thermal spas and companies of spring water did not hesitate to cross: the radioactivity became a selling point for convincing their customers and attracting new spa guests.

ZEILINGER ANTON: (1945- ) Austrian quantum physicist, Nobel Prize winner for Physics, 2022. Signed colour 8 x 10 photograph of Zeilinger standing in a half-length pose with a blackboard in the immediate background bearing several scientific calculations. Signed by the Nobel laureate in blue ink with his name alone to a light area of the image. EX

KOCH ROBERT: (1843-1910) German Physician and Microbiologist. Nobel Prize in Physiology in 1905 for his discoveries of the specific causative agents of deadly infectious diseases including tuberculosis, cholera and anthrax. Koch is regarded as one of the main founders of modern bacteriology. Koch discoveries directly provided proofs for the germ theory of diseases, therefore creating the scientific basis of public health saving millions of lives. For his life's work Koch is seen as one of the founders of modern medicine. Signed 3 x 1.5 small card, `Prof. R. Koch - Berlin´, in bold ink. VG

A Pelham Puppet "Foal", in box, a tin-plated model boat, a barometer, a scientific instrument box, a quantity of commemorative crowns, a die-cast model digger and other items

Large Handwritten Legal Document Relating to the Byron Family,Large velum legal document written in 1844 concerning the family of George Anson Byron, 7th Baron Byron. comprising 43 pages, manuscript on velm with stamps mostly for 1844, wax seals to top page, pages 68cm x 59cmGeorge Anson Byron, 7th Baron Byron (1789–1868), was a British naval officer and diplomat, best known for his role in returning the body of King Kamehameha II of Hawaii to his homeland. A cousin of the famed Romantic poet Lord Byron, George Anson Byron inherited the barony after the poet’s death in 1824, as the poet had no legitimate male heirs.Byron's naval career saw him serve in the Napoleonic Wars, but his most notable mission was in 1824 when he commanded HMS Blonde on a diplomatic voyage to Hawaii. The Hawaiian monarch and his queen had died of measles while visiting Britain, and Byron was tasked with escorting their remains back to the islands. During this voyage, he conducted scientific observations and helped foster diplomatic ties.Although less famous than his literary cousin, George Anson Byron left a legacy as a naval officer and statesman, bridging British diplomacy and Pacific exploration in the early 19th century.

Stephen Jay Gould,First edition. 480pp. 1 vols. 8vo. Inscribed by the author to his close friend and editor at Natural History Magazine, "Richard + Jude All the best dear old friends / Stephen Jay Gould"Stephen Jay Gould (1941–2002) was a renowned American paleontologist, evolutionary biologist, and science historian. He spent much of his career as a professor at Harvard University and worked as a curator at the American Museum of Natural History. Gould was a prolific writer and communicator, known for making complex scientific concepts accessible to general audiences. His essays in Natural History magazine, later compiled into books, combined evolutionary science with history, philosophy, and cultural analysis. A prominent advocate for the theory of punctuated equilibrium, which he developed with Niles Eldredge, Gould challenged traditional views of evolutionary change. Beyond his scientific work, Gould was a vocal defender of scientific integrity and a critic of pseudoscience. His unique ability to blend storytelling with scholarly insight cemented his place as one of the 20th century's greatest science communicators.Article: Dinosaur in a Haystack by Stephen Jay Gould - is one of Stephen Jay Gould’s celebrated collections of essays that originally appeared in Natural History magazine. The book showcases Gould’s extraordinary ability to connect evolutionary biology with broader cultural and historical themes. Essays in this collection delve into topics ranging from fossils and extinction to the ethics of science and the misuse of evolutionary theory in popular culture.What makes the book particularly important is Gould's focus on the interplay between science and society, encouraging readers to think critically about the role of science in shaping human understanding. His writing is rich with metaphors and literary references, making complex ideas both engaging and digestible. Dinosaur in a Haystack is a testament to Gould’s lifelong mission to bridge the gap between science and the humanities, fostering a deeper appreciation for the wonders of life’s history.

Meteorite, Sericho Pallasite, 550gSericho Pallasite meteorite cut and polished to expose the olivine crystals, weight 550g, with old wooden stand for displayThe Meteorite Sericho Pallasite: A Cosmic Jewel - The Sericho meteorite, classified as a pallasite, is one of the most captivating specimens in the world of meteoritics. Discovered in 2016 near the village of Habaswein in Kenya, Sericho represents a window into the deep history of our solar system, dating back billions of years to its formation.Pallasites are a rare type of stony-iron meteorite, composed of a stunning mixture of metallic nickel-iron and gem-quality olivine crystals, which are often peridot, a precious gemstone. Sericho stands out among pallasites due to its incredible abundance of olivine, ranging in colors from a rich golden yellow to deep green.The origins of pallasites, including Sericho, are thought to lie at the core-mantle boundary of an ancient asteroid. These meteorites are believed to have formed during violent collisions that broke apart differentiated asteroids early in the solar system's history. The metallic matrix represents the asteroid’s core, while the olivine crystals hail from the mantle.What makes Sericho particularly unique is its large size and relatively recent discovery. Its specimens were scattered across a broad desert expanse, where local nomadic tribes had been aware of the unusual rocks for decades but did not understand their extraterrestrial origin. Upon scientific identification, Sericho quickly gained attention for its remarkable composition and aesthetic appeal.

Maull & Polyblank, Albumen Print of Frederick Walter Simms, F.R.A.S.,Maull & Polyblank, the image, with arched top mounted on period paper with manuscript title 'F. W. Simms, F.R.A.S.' the the base of the image, depicting a seated gentleman next to a Smith Beck & Beck, No.1 folding microscope with Varly stage, image 155mm x 208mm, in modern card mountFrederick Walter Simms (24 December 1803 – 27 February 1865) was a British civil engineer, known for his association with the Greenwich Observatory. He was the brother of William Simms (1793–1860), who, alongside his partner Edward Troughton formed the company of scientific instrument makers Troughton & Simms.Before joining the Greenwich Observatory in 1830, Simms apprenticed as a surveyor and contributed to the Trigonometrical Survey of Ireland. His tenure at the Observatory began when Thomas Glanville Taylor departed for the Directorship of the Madras Observatory. By 1835, Simms' responsibilities, as listed by John Pond, included observations with the Zenith Tube alongside John Henry Belville, occasional work with other instruments, proofreading printed observations with Henry, and overseeing the publication process of the annual volumes of Greenwich Observations. While Pond commended Simms as "very able and diligent," he also noted irregularities in chronometer rates, which eventually led to expectations of retirement.Despite being paid a modest salary supplemented by earnings from navigation lessons and surveying tasks, Simms found the financial arrangement insufficient. His dissatisfaction culminated in his resignation on 21 October 1835, shortly after the arrival of the new Astronomer Royal, Airy. Airy, in his autobiography, remarked that Simms had hoped for the position of First Assistant, a role for which Airy deemed him unfit.Following his departure from the Observatory, Simms pursued a new career path as a railway surveyor and engineer. In 1836, Simms commenced his role as a resident engineer with the South Eastern Railway Company, embarking on various significant projects, including the construction of the Bletchingley and Saltwood tunnels. He authored several books on surveying and tunnelling and produced the 1838 Map of The Parish of Greenwich in the County of Kent for the Tithe Commissioners.In 1846, the East India Company, seeking to expand railway infrastructure in their territories, approached Simms to serve as their consulting engineer in India. Despite grappling with health issues exacerbated by the climate, Simms briefly sojourned in Mauritius before resuming his duties. Among his responsibilities was overseeing the comprehensive survey and mapping of Calcutta, primarily conducted by local assistants.Upon concluding his tenure with the East India Company, Simms returned to England in 1851, his health notably deteriorated due to the harsh conditions in India. He subsequently retired from active professional life.

John Bell, The Principles of Surgery, 1801,John Bell, Surgeon, The Principles of Surgery in Two Volumes: Volume First - Of the Ordinary Duties of the Surgeon; Volume Second - A System of Surgical Operations, 1801, hand coloured plates, velum binding with manuscript title to spine J Bell Surgery, some pages loose, 674pages, light spotting and browning, Large Quarto 31cm x 25cmJohn Bell (1763-1820) was a pioneering Scottish surgeon and anatomist, recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of surgery. Bell was born in Edinburgh and trained in the medical sciences during an era when surgery was emerging as a distinct scientific discipline. He was an outspoken advocate for the advancement of surgical techniques, emphasizing precision, anatomical knowledge, and the importance of reducing patient suffering.His vivid and detailed writings revolutionized surgical education, offering an anatomically accurate and practical approach to surgical practice. Bell’s illustrations, many of which he created himself, brought his works to life, providing unprecedented clarity for medical students and practitioners. His critical stance on the inadequacies of contemporary surgery often drew controversy, but his legacy as a reformer and educator is undisputed. Bell’s works continue to be referenced for their historical importance and their role in transforming surgical practices.Book Description: Published in 1801, The Principles of Surgery is a seminal two-volume work that delineates the state of surgical science at the dawn of the 19th century. Volume First focuses on the ordinary duties of the surgeon, addressing critical aspects of wound care, ulcers, fistulas, aneurysms, fractures, and military and hospital duties. Volume Second offers a comprehensive system of surgical operations, detailing procedures such as lithotomy, trepanning, hernia repairs, hydrocele treatment, amputations, and more.This large quarto edition, printed in Edinburgh, features an engraved frontispiece and is bound in modern half leather with marbled boards. Bell’s precise descriptions and clear emphasis on anatomical foundations make this work both a practical manual and a scholarly treatise. It also contains valuable insights into the duties of military surgeons, reflecting the challenges of surgical practice in a time of frequent warfare. A highly influential text in the history of surgery, it is essential for collectors of medical history and 19th-century scientific works.

Extinct Monsters: A Popular Account of Some of the Larger Forms of Ancient Animal Life,Rev. H. N. Hutchinson, B.A., F.G.S., Extinct Monsters: A Popular Account of Some of the Larger Forms of Ancient Animal Life, published 1897, 270 pages, orange fabric binding,Rev. Henry Neville Hutchinson (1856-1927) was a British geologist, paleontologist, and author, known for his ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to a general audience. A Fellow of the Geological Society, Hutchinson was instrumental in popularizing the study of prehistoric life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His works combined scientific knowledge with engaging storytelling, making subjects such as dinosaurs and extinct megafauna accessible to readers outside of academia. Hutchinson authored several influential books, including "The Autobiography of the Earth" and "The Story of the Hills," each aimed at providing insights into Earth's geological history and the ancient life that once populated it. His contributions to paleontological literature have been valued for their detail and approachability, and they continue to be recognized for their role in fostering public interest in prehistoric animals.Extinct Monsters: A Popular Account of Some of the Larger Forms of Ancient Animal Life" is an exploration of prehistoric creatures, intended for readers with a keen interest in the wonders of ancient animal life. Published in 1897 as the fifth and cheaper edition, this book offers a richly illustrated look at extinct species, featuring detailed illustrations by artists, including J. Smith. The volume covers a variety of prehistoric fauna, from dinosaurs to large mammals, capturing the fascination of late 19th-century readers with these "monsters" of Earth's distant past. Hutchinson’s narrative approach, combining scientific facts with vivid descriptions, offers a window into the scientific understanding of paleontology during the Victorian age.

Goldsmith, Oliver, A History of the Earth and Animated NatureGoldsmith, Oliver, A History of the Earth and Animated Nature, published 1879, 6 vols. including supplement, illustrated binding with gilt lion fighting serpent, with many coloured plates,Oliver Goldsmith (1730-1774) was an Anglo-Irish writer, poet, and physician, known for his versatility and contributions to English literature. His best-known works include "The Vicar of Wakefield," a novel cherished for its humor and humanity, and "She Stoops to Conquer," a play that remains a staple of the comic stage. Goldsmith's writing often reflected his curiosity about the natural world and human behavior, making him an influential figure in the 18th century's literary and intellectual circles. Though he is more commonly remembered for his fiction and poetry, his work on natural history, "A History of the Earth and Animated Nature," reveals his broad-ranging interests and his effort to educate readers on the wonders of the natural world. His style combines scientific curiosity with accessible prose, making complex subjects engaging for a wide audience."A History of the Earth and Animated Nature" is Oliver Goldsmith's ambitious exploration of natural history, originally published in 1774 and here presented in an 1879 edition. This extensive work provides readers with an overview of geology, geography, and the diversity of animal life, from microscopic organisms to large mammals and birds. Although Goldsmith was not a trained scientist, his keen observations and poetic descriptions captivated readers and made complex topics approachable. The book is illustrated with engravings that complement his descriptions, offering a visual glimpse into the 18th-century understanding of nature.

Glass Bottle Containing Soundings from the H.M.S. Challenger Expedition, 1876,Glass Bottle, hand blown with pontil mark with label that reads 'Washigs of Soundings No.337 Date 9.March.1876 Lat37 47 5 Long 30 20 W Depth 1715 fthm', bottle with original contents.Provenance originally from a collection of microscope preparation equipment belonging to Charles ElcockCharles Elcock (1834-1910) was a well known figure in the world of microscopy, particularly known for his expertise in creating microscope slides featuring foraminifera, a group of amoeboid protists characterized by their intricate shell structures. Born in Pontefract, Yorkshire, England, on August 18, 1834, Elcock was the second son of Charles and Mary Ann Elcock. The Elcock family were Quakers, a religious background that profoundly influenced Charles throughout his life, as reflected in his writings and humanitarian efforts during the Franco-Prussian War. Elcock's early career was varied, encompassing teaching and publishing, but it was his later work in microscopy for which he is remembered.Early Life and Career.Elcock's early years were marked by a strong education and a diverse set of experiences. After the death of his father in 1837, his mother took up teaching to support the family. Elcock attended the Friends' School at Rawdon, which was a formative experience given the Quaker values emphasized there. His early professional life included roles as a teacher and printer, and he maintained a close association with the Quaker community throughout. By the 1860s, Elcock was involved in publishing religious texts, which eventually led to his work in London and Gloucester, where he likely developed his interest in microscopy through his connection with Alfred William Bennett, a prominent member of the Royal Microscopical Society.Microscopy and Foraminifera.Charles Elcock's most significant contribution to science was his work with microscopy, particularly in mounting foraminifera on microscope slides. Foraminifera are microscopic marine organisms that produce a shell, often referred to as a "test," which can be quite intricate and beautiful. Elcock's slides were celebrated not just for their scientific utility but also for their aesthetic appeal. His work involved arranging these tiny shells meticulously on slides, often organizing them by species and orientation, which made his slides valuable for both scientific study and as objects of beauty.Elcock's expertise in preparing these slides was widely recognized. He became a member of the Belfast Naturalists' Field Club shortly after moving to Ireland, where his skills in mounting foraminifera were lauded. In 1879, his work won a prize from the club for its artistic skill and superior finish. His techniques and methods were innovative, and he shared his knowledge through articles, most notably in the Journal of the Postal Microscopical Society, where he also advertised his slides.Legacy and Impact.Elcock's slides were distributed through well-known retailers in London, Manchester, and Bath, and they were highly regarded by contemporary scientists and hobbyists alike. Reviews of his work praised the meticulous attention to detail and the scientific value of the slides. His contributions to microscopy, particularly in the study of foraminifera, have left a lasting legacy in the field. While much of his life was also dedicated to religious writing and humanitarian efforts, it is his work in microscopy that has cemented his place in the history of science. A large part of his original equipment and the slides he produced is held at the Whipple Museum of Science in Cambridge: https://www.whipplemuseum.cam.ac.uk/explore-whipple-collections/microscopes/foraminifera-slides-and-working-tools-microscope-slide-makerChallenger Expedition: Revolutionizing Oceanography through Deep-Sea SoundingsThe Challenger Expedition (1872-1876), a pioneering oceanographic endeavor, marked a turning point in our understanding of marine sciences. This British voyage, named after the HMS Challenger, was the first dedicated scientific exploration to systematically study ocean basins, marine life, and geology. Among its most critical contributions were the extensive soundings, temperature recordings, and water samples taken during the expedition, which have had a lasting impact on oceanography.Deep-sea soundings, the process of measuring the depth of the ocean, were among the most revolutionary aspects of the Challenger Expedition. Utilizing newly developed sounding equipment, the expedition made nearly 500 soundings across the world’s oceans. These measurements were pivotal, not only in mapping the seabed but also in discovering the global patterns of oceanic trenches, underwater mountains, and plains.Prior to the Challenger Expedition, the depths of the oceans were largely unknown. The sounding techniques employed involved lowering weighted lines, known as sounding lines, into the ocean until they reached the seabed. The depths recorded by Challenger revealed for the first time the complex topography of the ocean floor. One of the most significant findings was the Challenger Deep in the Mariana Trench, recorded as the deepest part of the world's oceans.The data collected on these soundings provided foundational knowledge that spurred further scientific inquiry. For instance, the temperature profiles of ocean waters at different depths, also recorded during these soundings, helped scientists to begin understanding thermocline and its role in oceanic circulation patterns.The implications of these findings were vast. They challenged previous notions of a lifeless deep sea by providing evidence of life at all depths, and the samples of sediment helped develop the fields of marine geology and paleontology. This wealth of data collected by the Challenger laid the groundwork for modern oceanography and prompted the establishment of permanent oceanographic institutions.The Challenger Expedition was instrumental in transforming oceanography from a field cluttered with myths and speculations to a serious scientific discipline. Its soundings opened up new realms in the understanding of oceanic depths and laid down the benchmarks for future explorations, forever altering our relationship with the oceans. The expedition not only charted unknown waters but also set the course for future marine scientific endeavors, proving its legacy in the history of science.

A Llama Bezoar Stone,A Llama Bezoar stone on a turned wooden stand under a small glass dome, the base marked 'LLAMA BEZOAR', stone 1cm wideThe Bezoar Stone: A Historical Perspective on its Use in Medicine.A bezoar (/ˈbizɔːr/ BEE-zor) is a mass that forms in the gastrointestinal system, often in the stomach or intestines, and has a long history of intrigue, particularly in traditional medicine. While modern science views bezoars primarily as medical anomalies that can cause blockages and require removal, they were once revered for their supposed magical and curative properties.Origins and Varieties of Bezoars.The word "bezoar" is derived from the Persian word "pādzahr," which means "antidote." Historically, bezoars were believed to possess powerful healing properties, particularly as antidotes to poison. The stones themselves are found in various forms, depending on their composition. Some bezoars are organic, composed of materials like hair (trichobezoars) or plant fibres (phytobezoars), while others have inorganic constituents.In addition to these naturally occurring bezoars, there are also pseudobezoars—indigestible objects intentionally introduced into the digestive system, often for medical experiments or other purposes.The Use of Bezoars in Traditional MedicineBezoars were highly prized in medieval and early modern medicine, particularly in the Middle East and Europe. Physicians, alchemists, and royalty alike believed that these stones held miraculous properties. The most famous type of bezoar was the "oriental bezoar," found in the stomachs of wild goats and other ruminants in the East. These were especially valued and often commanded exorbitant prices.The primary use of bezoars in traditional medicine was as an antidote to poison. It was believed that placing a bezoar in a drink or consuming it could neutralize any toxins. This belief was so widespread that bezoars became a must-have item in the courts of European nobility. Monarchs would often carry a bezoar with them, ready to use it if they suspected they had been poisoned.In addition to their supposed antidotal properties, bezoars were also believed to cure a range of ailments, from epilepsy to the plague. Physicians would grind the stones into a fine powder and administer them to patients. Some believed that bezoars could purify the blood, cure fevers, and even protect against evil spirits.The Scientific Reassessment of BezoarsWith the advancement of medical science, the mythical status of the bezoar began to wane. By the 17th century, more sceptical voices emerged, questioning the effectiveness of bezoars as universal antidotes. Scientific experiments, such as those conducted by the French physician Ambroise Paré, demonstrated that bezoars did not have the miraculous properties attributed to them. Paré famously tested a bezoar on a condemned criminal who had ingested poison, only to find that the stone had no effect.Despite these findings, bezoars continued to be valued for some time, especially among those who clung to traditional beliefs. However, their use gradually declined as modern medicine provided more effective treatments for poisoning and other ailments.Bezoars in Modern MedicineIn contemporary medical practice, bezoars are recognized as a health hazard rather than a cure. They can cause blockages in the digestive system, leading to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Treatment often involves the removal of the bezoar, either through endoscopic procedures or surgery.While their role in medicine has dramatically shifted from revered antidotes to medical curiosities, bezoars remain a fascinating chapter in the history of medicine. They serve as a reminder of the ways in which ancient cultures sought to understand and combat the dangers of their world, blending myth, magic, and early science in their pursuit of health.Provenance: from the estate of Wilf Lunn (1942–2023)who was a British inventor, Collector of all things curious and unusual, prop maker, and television presenter, best known for his work on children's TV shows such as Vision On and Jigsaw. Born in Rastrick, West Yorkshire, Lunn was raised by deaf parents and later taught lip-reading. His creative flair for quirky inventions and novelty bicycles earned him a devoted following. Lunn's eccentric persona made him a beloved figure on British TV in the 1960s and 1970s. In addition to his TV career, he authored several books and showcased his inventive spirit through stage shows. He passed away in December 2023.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wilf_Lunnhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm0526767/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/obituaries/2023/12/20/wilf-lunn-madcap-inventor-tricycles-vision-on-deaf/

Quekett, John Thomas, 2 Microscope Slides,2 microscope slides with labels that read 'Injection Lung of Boa, prepared by prof. Quekett' in a period leather case, the sample mounted in a deep cell with mounting fluid still present, the other slide with label that reads 'Human Small Intestine Veins White ?? Red, Prepared by Professor Queckett'John Thomas Quekett (1815–1861) was a pioneering English histologist and microscopist whose work significantly advanced the study of tissues and the popularisation of microscopy in the 19th century. Born in Langport, Somerset, he trained as a medical professional at the London Hospital and later at the Royal College of Surgeons, where he developed his expertise in microscopic anatomy.Quekett made significant contributions to medical science, particularly in histology—the study of tissues. His microscopic examinations allowed for a deeper understanding of biological structures, and he became a key figure in advancing the use of the microscope in medical research. His most notable work, A Practical Treatise on the Use of the Microscope (1848), became an essential guide for students and researchers, providing detailed instructions on microscopic techniques and specimen preparation.Beyond his medical research, Quekett played a crucial role in popularising microscopy. As the Curator of the Hunterian Museum at the Royal College of Surgeons, he expanded its collections and promoted microscopy as an indispensable scientific tool. In 1865, his legacy was cemented with the founding of the Quekett Microscopical Club, an organisation dedicated to encouraging the study of microscopy, which remains active today.

Collection of German Physics Books,Including Planck, Max, Physikalische Abhandlungen und Vortrage, Vols. I, II and III. (Braunschweig: Friedr. Vieweg and Sohn; London: K. G. Heyden and Co. Ltd., 1958), Vol. I. Pp. xv+776. Vol. II. Pp. xi + 716. Vol. III., Pp. xii+426. red fabric binding with gilt lettering to spine and boards, with a letter headed 'The Institute of Physics, From the Editor, British Journal of Applied Physics' with a pasted don cutting from the February issue that reads:Max Planck: Physikalische Abhandlungen und Vortrage.Vols. I, II and III. (Braunschweig: Friedr. Vieweg andSohn; London: K. G. Heyden and Co. Ltd., 1958);Vol. I. Pp. xv+776. Vol. II. Pp. xi + 716. Vol. III.Pp. xii+426. Price DM. 150.This collection of M. Planck's scientific papers and lecturesis a reproduction by a photographic process of the originalpublications, with an index and a foreword by M. v. Laue.It is edited by the union of German physical societies and theMax Planck Society as a memorial to the great theoreticalphysicist whose 100th birthday was celebrated in April ofthis year.The first two volumes contain Planck's doctorate thesis,his "Habilitationsschrift" as Privatdozent in Munich and119 papers published in various journals. The most importantof these are the classical papers on the second law of thermo-dynamics, which was given its first precise formulation byPlanck, and the notion of entropy, as well as the famousseries of investigations on the theory of heat radiation whichled to the discovery of the elementary quantum of action h,the notion of zero-point energy, the cell structure of thephase space, and the general statement of Boltzmann'sentropy-probability relation in the form S k log W, firstintroducing the universal constant k (gas constant per atom),usually known as "Boltzmann's constant". There are furtherpapers on various aspects of electromagnetic theory, on thetheory of relativity, of which Planck was one of the firstsupporters, and on the theory of electrolytes.The third volume contains public lectures and publicationsmeant for a broader public, shedding light on Planck'sscientific personality, his life and his philosophical ideas.Amongst these are his Nobel lecture and a wonderful shortauto-biography which ought to be translated into Englishand widely read by young physicists. There are also anumber of essays devoted to the life and work of contemporary great physicists and appreciations of Planck's ownwork by M. v. Laue, Otto Hahn and others.For those physicists who are interested in studying theoriginal works of this great master in order to learn abouthis way of thinking and his art of writing these three volumeswill be invaluable.R. FÜRTHPlanck, Max, Einführung in die Mechanik deformierbarer Körper, 1922, with the owners name to the title page R. W. Lawson 31 - Robert William Lawson (c. 1889–1960) was a British physicist, a fellow of Institute of Physics when it was founded,Einführung in die Mechanik deformierbarer Körper (Introduction to the Mechanics of Deformable Bodies) by Max Planck delves into the fundamental principles of elasticity and the mechanics of solid materials. The book provides a mathematical treatment of how materials deform under stress. The book shows Planck’s early contributions beyond quantum theory, demonstrating his mastery of classical mechanics and applied physics.Max Planck (1858–1947) was a pioneering German physicist best known as the father of quantum theory. His groundbreaking work in thermodynamics and black-body radiation led to the formulation of Planck’s constant, which introduced the idea that energy is quantized rather than continuous. This discovery revolutionized physics, laying the foundation for quantum mechanics and earning him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1918. Planck spent much of his career at the University of Berlin, where he mentored and influenced future physicists, including Albert Einstein. Despite the turbulent political climate of early 20th-century Germany, he remained committed to scientific inquiry and ethical principles. His contributions to theoretical physics reshaped our understanding of the atomic and subatomic world, marking him as one of the most influential scientists of all time.Helmholtz, H. Von, Vorlesungen uber Theoretische Physik (Lectures on Theoretical Physics), Band I. 1903,Hermann von Helmholtz (1821–1894) was a German physicist and polymath whose work spanned physics, physiology, and mathematics. He made significant contributions to the understanding of energy conservation, electrodynamics, and wave theory, as well as to the study of human perception in optics and acoustics. Helmholtz is best known for formulating the principle of conservation of energy, a fundamental concept in physics. His research in sensory physiology led to discoveries in vision and hearing, influencing both science and medicine. A prolific educator and researcher, he held prestigious academic positions, including at the University of Berlin. His work laid the foundations for many modern scientific disciplines, and his name remains associated with key theories in thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and fluid dynamics.

A Substantial Victorian Binocular Microscope Outfit,English, c.1880, unsigned but almost certainly from the Workshops of Thomas Ross, the microscope foot finely engraved with the owner's initials in a circular cartouch J.B.R, the cartouch design replicated on the objective cans, the objectives further engraved J. B. RAPKIN,The microscope stand on a large ‘Y’ shaped base finished in filigree work below the golden lacquer, with 2 large uprights supporting the main microcope body on large trunnions, large (84mm dia) plano-concave mirror in gimbal on articulated arm on sliding collar, octagonal substage collar mount with X-Y screw control, with crown and pinion gearing for rotation, with rack and pinion focusing, with Ross-Type Gillette’s condenser with engraved German silver spring to front, stage with X-Y control via rack and screw, with rotating slide holder finished in filigree work below the golden lacquer, large wheels to course rack and pinion focus acting on trapezoidal cross-sectioned bar, limb with large screw to attach to bar with fine focus screw acting on sprung lever to nosepiece, Wenham prism in slide in/out drawer, binocular tubes with inter-ocular adjustment via rack and pinion at top, the microscope comes with the following accessories:1” objective & can. ½” objective engraved J. B. RAPKIN LONDON & can. ¼” objective engraved J. B. RAPKIN LONDON & can. 1/6” objective engraved J. B. RAPKIN LONDON & can. objective collar side reflector. Pair of low power binocular eyepieces. Pair of medium power binocular eyepieces. High power eyepiece. Gillette Condenser. Spot lens condenser Wheel of stops. Large live box. Large substage poleriser with Nicol prism and selenite disks objective analyser Stage forceps. Stage side reflector. large table condenserContained within a substantial French polished wooden case, plinth base, with drop handles, paneled door with lock and key, with fitted drawer of accessories behind a lift off glass lid, microscope height (working height) 58cm, cabinet 81cm tall 47.5cm wide 47cm deepFootnote: The microscope is accompanied by a small archive of documents detailing research into its potential provenance from a previous owner. While not definitive, the evidence suggests a connection to a member of the Rapkin family, well-known instrument makers of the 19th century. The Rapkin family is best known for their collaboration with Pastorelli, and the establishment of the firm Pastorelli & Rapkin, which specialised in the production of barometers and barographs. While microscopes bearing the Pastorelli & Rapkin name are known to exist, it is widely believed that these were retailed by the firm rather than manufactured in-house. This particular example, therefore, offers intriguing possibilities for further scholarly investigation into its origins and association with this historically significant partnership in scientific instrumentation.

John Cary, Cary's New and Correct English Atlas, 1793John Cary, Cary's New and Correct English Atlas: Being a New Set of County Maps from Actual Surveys..., printed for John Cary, Engraver, Map and Print-seller, No.181 near Norfolk Street, Strand, published as the act directs Jan 1st 1793, large Quarto, full leather period boards, recent spine and binding replaced end papersJohn Cary (c. 1754–1835) was a prominent English cartographer, engraver, and globe-maker, celebrated for the precision and artistry of his maps. Renowned for his attention to detail, Cary played a significant role in elevating cartography to both an art form and a practical science. His surveys and innovative methods earned him commissions from various government bodies, including the Ordnance Survey, where he worked to establish accurate baselines for mapping.Cary's atlases, globes, and road maps became essential tools for travelers, geographers, and planners during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. His New and Correct English Atlas is considered a landmark in British cartography, influencing the way maps were designed and utilized. Cary’s commitment to accuracy and clarity set new standards for the field, ensuring his legacy as one of England’s finest mapmakers.Book Description: The 1793 edition of Cary's New and Correct English Atlas is a carefully revised and expanded version of the original 1787 publication. This second edition reflects John Cary’s dedication to precision and includes updated maps based on actual surveys. Featuring a complete set of English county maps, the atlas is accompanied by descriptive text, providing geographical, demographic, and historical insights for each county.The maps are finely engraved and hand-colored, showcasing Cary’s mastery in combining scientific accuracy with aesthetic appeal. The second edition incorporates corrections and enhancements to the original plates, reflecting the evolving understanding of England’s geography in the late 18th century. Cary’s clear and detailed cartographic style made this atlas an indispensable tool for planners, travelers, and scholars of the era.This 1793 edition offers a rare glimpse into Georgian England’s geography

a collection of 17 albumen prints, c.1894-1894, photographed by Lt Somerville during the work of the survey ship The Penguin in 1893, 12 mounted as gold-edged cabinet cards with annotations in blue pencil verso, some with additions in a later hand, one portrait/self-portrait titled 'Mr B T Somerville' 'The Penguin's Photographer', one titled Njaku and his canoe Mungeri' (a later printing from the negative, a gelatin silver print dated 1897 is in the British Museum, (Museum number Oc,B36.2), others showing native men and boys, and members of the ship's crew, with another smaller, also by Somerfield, captioned 'Shaving with a piece of glass at Ugi, one unmounted albumen print, again by Somerville, captioned 'Camping Party landed at Solomon Islands' with three further smaller albumen prints, apparently from the same expedition, cabinet cards 16.5cm x 10.6cm, images typically 10cm x 14.5cm, smallest three 10.5cm x 7.2cmH.M.S. Penguin and the 1893 Solomon Islands ExpeditionH.M.S. Penguin was a Royal Navy survey vessel that played an important role in charting the waters of the Pacific in the late 19th century. In 1893, Penguin undertook an expedition to the Solomon Islands, contributing significantly to British naval and scientific knowledge of the region.The primary purpose of the voyage was hydrographic survey work, mapping uncharted areas to improve navigation and facilitate safe passage for naval and commercial vessels. This work helped establish reliable maritime routes in the western Pacific. Additionally, the crew engaged in artifact collection, acquiring ethnographic items and natural specimens, many of which were later housed in British institutions, offering insight into the diverse cultures and ecosystems of the Solomon Islands.The expedition’s historical significance lies in its contribution to both imperial expansion and scientific inquiry, reflecting the dual role of the Royal Navy in exploration and colonial administration during the late Victorian era.

Charles Lyell, F.R.S.Charles Lyell, F.R.S., Principles of Geology: Being an Attempt to Explain the Former Changes of the Earth's Surface, by Reference to Causes Now in Operation, 1835 (Fourth Edition), Octavo (4 volumes), original bindings, slightly different to Vol.ICharles Lyell (1797–1875) was a Scottish geologist and one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century. Lyell's work on uniformitarianism, the idea that the Earth’s features were shaped by continuous and observable processes over immense timescales, transformed the field of geology. His theories challenged the prevailing catastrophism of the time and laid the groundwork for modern geological science.Lyell was a Fellow of the Royal Society and became a close associate of Charles Darwin, whose theory of evolution was partly inspired by Lyell's work on gradual change in the natural world. Lyell’s writings, particularly Principles of Geology, emphasized the power of observation and evidence-based science, influencing not only geologists but also the broader scientific community. His ability to communicate complex ideas in accessible prose made him a popular and respected figure in Victorian society.Book Description:The fourth edition of Principles of Geology (1835) by Charles Lyell is a cornerstone of historical geological literature. Spread across four volumes, this work builds upon Lyell’s exploration of uniformitarianism, presenting a comprehensive view of how natural processes such as erosion, sedimentation, and volcanic activity shape the Earth's surface over time. Lyell meticulously argues that the forces observable in the present can explain the geological history of the Earth, a revolutionary concept in the early 19th century.This edition includes updated content and illustrations, reflecting Lyell’s ongoing revisions and the latest discoveries in geology. The text is richly detailed, providing insights into stratigraphy, fossil records, and the dynamics of Earth's crust.

Sir Charles Bell, The Nervous System of the Human Body,The Nervous System of the Human Body, Embracing the papers delivered to the Royal Society on the subject of the nerves. [Bound together with] On The Nerves, giving a view of their structure and arrangement.... The Philosophical Transactions1821, On The Nerves Which Associate the Muscles of the chest..... The Philosophical Transactions 1822, On the Motions Of The Eye in illustration of the uses of the muscles and Nerves of the Orbit, The Philosophical Transactions 1823, On The Nervous Circle Which Connects with the Voluntary Muscles with the Brain, The Philosophical Transactions, Appendix, containing cases and letters on Nervous Deseases submitted to the Author, with 9 plates to the rear each with index, original full leather with professional repair to spine, recent end papers, with hand writted dedication to front paper,Sir Charles Bell (12 November 1774 – 28 April 18, 42) was a Scottish surgeon, anatomist, physiologist, neurologist, artist, and philosophical theologian. He is known for his groundbreaking work in neurology, particularly his discovery of the distinction between sensory and motor nerves in the spinal cord, and for his description of Bell's palsy.Born in Edinburgh, Bell was the fourth son of the Reverend William Bell, a clergyman of the Episcopal Church of Scotland. After his father's death in 1779, his mother played a pivotal role in his early education. Bell pursued medical studies at the University of Edinburgh, where he was profoundly influenced by his elder brother, John Bell, a prominent surgeon and anatomist. This mentorship fostered Bell's dual passions for medicine and art, leading him to produce detailed anatomical illustrations that would later enhance his scientific publications.In 1804, Bell relocated to London, where he established a private surgical practice and lectured on anatomy. His 1811 publication, "New Idea of Anatomy of the Brain," marked a significant advancement in neurological science. In this work, Bell proposed that different nerve fibers have specific functions, a concept that laid the foundation for understanding the functional differentiation within the nervous system.Perhaps Bell's most influential work, "The Nervous System of the Human Body," was published in 1830. This comprehensive volume compiled his research and lectures on neurology, offering detailed insights into the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. The book includes illustrated plates many of which Bell illustrated.Among Bell's notable contributions is the identification of the facial nerve's role in unilateral facial paralysis, a condition now known as Bell's palsy. His observations on this condition were instrumental in advancing the understanding of cranial nerve functions and their clinical implications.In recognition of his scientific achievements, Bell was awarded the Royal Medal in 1829 and was knighted in 1831. He continued his academic career as a professor of surgery at the University of Edinburgh from 1836 until his death in 1842.

Albumen Print, Captain William Nobel, F.R.A.S.,the image, with arched top mounted on period paper with manuscript title 'Capt. Nobel F.R.A.S.' to the base of the image, depicting a seated gentleman next to Astronomical Transit Telescope, image 155mm x 208mm, in modern card mount, although unsigned image is similar in size and composition to the other lot we are offering by Maull & Polyblank. Captain William Noble (1828-1904), was a prominent figure in the world of astronomy, Born in Berwick-on-Tweed in November 1828, Noble's journey from a military career in the Rifle Brigade, where he achieved the rank of captain, to his pivotal role in the nascent British Astronomical Association, reflects a life dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of amateur astronomy.Noble's entrance into the astronomical arena was marked by his foundational contributions to the British Astronomical Association, an organization he helped found and later led as its first president. His leadership was characterized by a deep-seated commitment to fostering amateur interest in astronomy and promoting the association's mission of scientific inquiry. His tenure as president was marked by regular attendance at meetings and a steadfast dedication to the association's success.Beyond his role in the British Astronomical Association, Noble's influence extended to the Royal Astronomical Society, where he served as a Fellow and a member of the council for several years. His advocacy for the independence of scientific research from government interference, as well as his vocal opposition to perceived corruption or self-interest in scientific matters, underscored his commitment to the integrity of the scientific endeavor.Noble's contributions to astronomical literature further cemented his legacy. His writings, including a popular work titled "Hours with a 3-in. Telescope," and a prolific series of articles in the "English Mechanic," under the pseudonym "A Fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society," served to disseminate knowledge and inspire a new generation of amateur astronomers. His clear and engaging writing style, coupled with his depth of knowledge and unwavering dedication to the pursuit of truth, made him a respected authority in the field.Despite facing personal tragedies, including the loss of two sons and his wife, Noble remained resolute in his pursuit of scientific inquiry. His enduring optimism and boundless enthusiasm for astronomy endeared him to colleagues and amateurs alike.

Andreas Vesalius, Rufus of Ephesus & Girolamo Fabrizio d'Acquapendente,three books bound in contemporary velum on pasteboards with fabric ties, recent bookplate for 'Ex Libris lato Ivan Pozeg', as:Book1: Andreas Vesalius, Anatomia, 1604, Venice: Giovanni Antonio and Giacomo de Franceschis, 2 parts in 1 Vol. engraved title with Vesalius proforming a dissection surrounded by architectural boarder incorporating bodies in various staes of dissection, with tabel at base arranged with surgical instruments, minor Contemporary manuscript to some margins, light browning but generally very goodAndreas Vesalius (1514–1564), often hailed as the "Father of Modern Anatomy," was a pioneering Flemish anatomist and physician whose then groundbreaking work revolutionized the study of the human body. Educated at the University of Louvain and the University of Padua, Vesalius challenged the prevailing reliance on ancient texts by advocating for hands-on dissection and observation. His monumental work, De Humani Corporis Fabrica (1543), was a masterpiece of anatomical precision, featuring intricate illustrations that set a new standard for medical texts.Vesalius's insistence on empirical evidence over traditional authority laid the foundation for modern medical science. His dissections and detailed observations corrected many errors in Galenic anatomy, earning him both acclaim and controversy in his time. Later in his career, Vesalius served as court physician to Emperor Charles V and King Philip II of Spain. His work continues to influence medical education and anatomical research.Book Description:The 1604 edition of Anatomis by Andreas Vesalius is a significant publication that underscores his revolutionary contributions to anatomy. This folio volume is a refined and expanded work, incorporating Vesalius's earlier findings alongside updated insights that reflect the evolving understanding of human anatomy in the early 17th century.The text is richly illustrated with detailed woodcut engravings, showcasing Vesalius's approach to the study of the human body. Each anatomical structure is depicted with artistic precision and scientific clarity, making this edition a valuable resource for physicians and scholars of the period. The work includes sections on skeletal, muscular, and organ systems, accompanied by annotations that highlight both anatomical function and surgical relevance. Book 2: Rufus of Ephesus, with commentary by Fabius Paulinus, Universa Antiquorum Anatome, Tam Ossium, Quam Partium & Externarum, & Internarum, 1604, Published in Venice by Io. Antonium and Jacobum de FranciscisRufus of Ephesus was a physician and anatomist of the 1st century CE, whose contributions to medical science were foundational in antiquity. Active during the height of the Roman Empire, Rufus was noted for his studies in anatomy and clinical medicine. His works, which often integrated practical medical advice with philosophical insights, greatly influenced subsequent generations of physicians in both the Greco-Roman and Islamic worlds. His detailed anatomical observations, particularly on the human body’s internal organs, were a precursor to later advancements in anatomical studies.The 1604 edition was edited and expanded by Fabius Paulinus, a Renaissance scholar who brought Rufus’s works to a wider audience. Paulinus supplemented the original text with additional commentary and illustrations, translating some previously inaccessible Greek fragments into Latin for the first time, including sections from the writings of Soranus of Ephesus, another influential ancient physician.Book Description:This 1604 folio edition, Universa Antiquorum Anatome, is a landmark in anatomical literature. It presents the detailed anatomical knowledge of Rufus of Ephesus, supplemented with the scholarly additions of Fabius Paulinus. The text explores both external and internal structures of the human body, providing insights into ancient medical practices and observations. A key feature of this edition is the inclusion of a fragment from Soranus of Ephesus, newly translated into Latin, which discusses the anatomy and function of the uterus.The title page is adorned with an intricate engraving, symbolizing the union of classical learning and Renaissance scientific inquiry. Published in Venice by Io. Antonium and Jacobum de Franciscis, the work reflects the high standards of early 17th-century Venetian printing.Book 3: Girolamo Fabrizio d'Acquapendente, Le Opere Chirurgiche di Girolamo Fabrizio d'Acquapendente, 1683, Printed in Padua by Giacomo CadorinoGirolamo Fabrizio d'Acquapendente (1537–1619) was an Italian anatomist and surgeon, often called the "Father of Embryology." Educated at the University of Padua, Fabrizio was a key figure in the development of anatomical and surgical sciences during the Renaissance. His teaching and writings laid the foundation for modern anatomy and surgery, with particular contributions to understanding the venous system, the mechanics of the human body, and the development of embryos.Fabrizio was appointed as the chair of surgery and anatomy at Padua, where he taught for over 50 years. He is best remembered for his discovery of the valves in veins and his detailed studies of fetal development, which were milestones in medical science. His influence extended to many of his students, including William Harvey, who would later discover the circulation of blood. Fabrizio's writings and illustrations were groundbreaking, combining scientific rigor with artistic excellence.Book Description:This 1683 edition of Le Opere Chirurgiche is a comprehensive compilation of Girolamo Fabrizio d'Acquapendente’s surgical works, translated into Italian and expanded with additional commentary. Divided into two parts, the first section covers the treatment of tumors, wounds, ulcers, fractures, and other surgical conditions. The second part focuses on major surgical operations and includes insights into techniques and instruments used during the Renaissance.Printed in Padua by Giacomo Cadorino, this folio edition also features a supplement by Marco Aurelio Severino, providing a concise overview of surgical principles, making it an invaluable resource for surgeons and anatomists of the time. The elaborate engraved title page reflects the artistic and intellectual spirit of 17th-century Padua, a hub of medical innovation.

The Abyssinia and long service pair awarded to Petty Officer A. L. McDonald, Royal Navy, Boatswain’s Mate aboard the Challenger on her historic scientific voyage around the world 1872-76 Abyssinia 1867 (A. L. McDonald, A.B. H.M.S. Spiteful); Royal Naval LS & GC, V.R., narrow suspension (Alfd. L. McDonald, Bos. Mate H.M.S. Challenger.) engraved naming, nearly extremely fine (2) £1,400-£1,800 --- Importation Duty This lot is subject to importation duty of 5% on the hammer price unless exported outside the UK --- --- Alfred Leonard McDonald was born at Redbridge, Hampshire, on 4 February 1841, and joined the Navy on 10 February 1864, as an Able Seaman on board the Dauntless. He joined Spiteful in November 1865 and served in that ship until September 1869, during which period he took part in the Abyssinian Expedition, and in subsequent operations against the slave trade in the Arabian Gulf and Burma, and had the honour of taking possession of the Nicobar Islands in March 1869. McDonald joined Challenger as a Petty Officer 1st Class in November 1872 and served in her until June 1876. During this period he took part, under Commander J. F. L. P. Maclear, in her scientific voyage round the world from 1872-76. He served in the Alert from September 1878 under the same officer, now Captain, in her similar voyage round the world from 1879-82. McDonald left the Alert in September 1882 and was discharged to shore and pension in February 1884.

The news of the death of Sir Clements Markham has been received with unanimous and unfeigned regret. His eminent services to Geographical Science, more especially to Polar Exploration, will live for all time. From the President of the French Geographical Society. The spectacular and historic group of sixteen Decorations and Medals awarded to Sir Clements R. Markham, K.C.B., F.R.S., who served as Geographer to the Abyssinian Expedition of 1867-68, and became known as the ‘Father of Polar Exploration’ The Most Honourable Order of the Bath, K.C.B. (Military) Knight Commander’s set of insignia, comprising neck badge, silver-gilt, hallmarked London 1895, and breast star, silver and silver-gilt; Abyssinia 1867 (C. R. Markham Esqre. Geographer to the Force) fitted with silver ribbon buckle; Arctic Medal 1818-55, unnamed as issued, fitted with silver ribbon buckle; Jubilee 1897, silver; Brazil, Kingdom, Order of the Rose, breast badge, gold and enamels, fitted with silver ribbon buckle, crown suspension neatly re-affixed; Portugal, Kingdom, Order of Christ, 2nd class set of insignia, comprising neck badge, silver-gilt and enamels, and breast star, silver, silver-gilt and enamels, one point of star neatly repaired; Norway, Order of St Olaf, 2nd class set of insignia, comprising neck badge, 2nd type, gold and enamels, and breast star, 1st type, by I. Tostrup, Kristiania, silver, silver-gilt and enamels; Sweden, Order of the North Star, 2nd class set of insignia, comprising neck badge, gold and enamels, and breast star, silver. Together with the following Society awards: 1. Royal Geographical Society, Founder’s Gold Medal, W.IV.R. obverse, 55mm, 128.68g (Clements R. Markham. 1888) lacking obverse glass lunette 2. Society of Arts Manufacturers and Commerce, silver medal, 56mm (To Clements R. Markham, for his paper “on the Tinnevelly Pearl Fisheries” 1867) 3. Society of Arts Manufacturers and Commerce, silver medal, 56mm (To Clements R. Markham, Esq., C.B., for his paper on “the Agricultural Statistics of India” 1875) 4. Society of Arts Manufacturers and Commerce, silver medal, 56mm (Clements R. Markham, C.B., F.R.S, for his paper on “the cultivation of Caoutchoue-yielding trees in British India” read 5th April 1876) 5. London Annual International Exhibition of all Arts Industries and Inventions, bronze medal 51mm (C. R. Markham C.B., F.R.S. for Services) 6. Grant Medical College, bronze medal, 51mm unnamed 7. France, Societé Imperial d’Acclimatation, Fondée le 10 Fev 1854, silver medal by Alphée Dubois, 50mm (M. Markham, Quinquina dans l’Inde 1864) 8. Congress of Peru, Lima 1892, Gold Medal, 45mm, 97.79g, specially struck reverse inscription (Á Clemente R Markham Por Sus Trabajos Historicos) [For His Historic Works], a few enamel chips but generally very fine or better (20) £40,000-£50,000 --- Importation Duty This lot is subject to importation duty of 5% on the hammer price unless exported outside the UK --- --- Sir Clements Robert Markham geographer and historical writer, was born at Stillingfleet, Yorkshire, on 20 July 1830. After two years at Westminster School, he entered the navy in 1844 and spent four years in H.M.S. Collingwood on the Pacific Station, mainly in South American ports, where he picked up a working knowledge of Spanish. Many things in the service were distasteful to him, but he remained in it for a further three years in order to join H.M.S. Assistance as a Midshipman under Captain Austin on his Franklin Search Expedition of 1850-51 (Arctic Medal). After a year of wandering (1852-53) among the Inca ruins of Peru, which made him a life-long friend of the Peruvian people, Markham joined the civil service, and in 1854 was transferred to the board of control of the East India Company. In 1860 he was charged with the collection of young cinchona trees and seeds in the forests of the Eastern Andes, and with the acclimatisation of the plants in India. The difficulties were great, but the result was a complete success, leading in time to the supply of quinine at a very low price. From 1867 to 1877 he had charge of the geographical work of the India Office. In 1868 he accompanied Sir Robert (afterwards Baron) Napier as Geographer on the Abyssinian Campaign. He was present at the capture of Magdala, and it was he who discovered the body of the Emperor Theodore (Abyssinian Medal). In 1871 he received the C.B., and in 1873 was elected F.R.S. Markham took an active role in promoting the revival of Arctic Exploration, and sailed in 1875 as far as Greenland with the expedition of Sir George Nares, on which occasion his cousin Sir Albert Hastings Markham was second-in-command. In 1877, he left the India Office and retired from official life, only to redouble his geographical and historical studies, travelling widely and writing incessantly. He had joined the Royal Geographical Society in 1854, and maintained a role as one of its honorary secretaries for 25 years (1863-1888). He became president of the society in 1893, and during his 12 years’ tenure he vigourously directed its policy of encouraging exploration and geographical education. He was frequently consulted by the government, on issues such as the difficult question of the boundary between British Guiana and Venezuela. He received the K.C.B. in 1896. For the next few years, Markham threw heart and soul into the promotion of Antarctic exploration, securing funds by urgent appeals to public and private sources. On the joint committee of the Royal Society and the Royal Geographical Society, which was responsible for the National Antarctic Expedition of 1901, it was Markham who selected Commander Robert Falcon Scott as leader, pressing his strong preference that the expedition should consist of naval men under the sole command of a naval officer, with a small civilian scientific staff. The expedition was highly successful, but Markham took little interest in later South Polar achievements (he was not a supporter of Shackleton) until Captain Scott planned the expedition in the Terra Nova in 1910, when his former ardour was rekindled. Captain Scott drew much of his inspiration and encouragement from Markham, and in one of his final farewell letters wrote, ‘Tell Sir Clements I thought much of him and never regretted him putting me in command of the Discovery.’ For many years, Sir Clements Markham’s reputation was established throughout the world as the leading British geographer and his achievements were recognised by his many awards, not least the gold Founder’s Medal of the Royal Geographical Society. Sir Clements Markham died in London on 30 January 1916. Amongst the many memorials is a bronze bust, presented by the government of Peru, which today stands guard at the portals of the Royal Geographical Society’s main entrance to Lowther Lodge in Kensington. Sold with a first edition of The Life of Sir Clements R. Markham K.C.B. F.R.S., by Admiral Sir Albert Markham K.C.B., London 1917.

The unique and quite outstanding Great War Q-ship ‘Baralong incident’ D.S.M. and Caspian Sea 1919 operations Second Award Bar group of seven awarded to Chief Petty Officer Harry Dickason, Royal Navy, who had earlier been a stoic member of the Northern Party in Scott’s Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13, when, over nine months, he shared in a story of endurance and courage rarely matched in the annals of exploration. Afterwards an equally valued member of the North-West Persia Mission in 1920, when he became one of just four naval personnel awarded the related Medal and clasp ‘N.W. Persia 1920’ Distinguished Service Medal, G.V.R., with Second Award Bar (209527. H. Dickason, P.O. H.M.S. Baralong.) the reverse of the Bar officially impressed ‘Caspian Sea. 1918-19.’; 1914-15 Star (209527, H. Dickason. D.S.M., P.O., R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (209527 H. Dickason. P.O. R.N.); Naval General Service 1915-62, 1 clasp, N.W. Persia 1920 (209527 H. Dickason. C.P.O. R.N.); Polar Medal 1904, G.V.R., 1st issue, silver, 1 clasp, Antarctic 1910-13 (209527 H. Dickason, A.B. Terra Nova); Royal Navy L.S. & G.C., G.V.R., 1st issue (209527 Harry Dickason, P.O. H.M.S. Pembroke.) original mounting as worn, very fine or better and numismatically one of the most important Naval groups of the 20th Century (7) £50,000-£70,000 --- Importation Duty This lot is subject to importation duty of 5% on the hammer price unless exported outside the UK --- --- Just 67 Bars to the D.S.M. were awarded in the Great War. D.S.M. London Gazette 19 November 1915: ‘The following awards have been approved.’ The recommendation states: ‘H.M.S. Baralong. Sinking of German submarine U41 24 September 1915.’ One of two D.S.M.s awarded for this action. D.S.M. Second Award Bar London Gazette 11 November 1919: ‘To receive a Bar to the Distinguished Service Medal.’ The recommendation states: ‘H.M.S. Kruger. Caspian Sea 1918-19. Brought to notice for the work done on behalf of the expedition.’ Harry Dickason was born in Bristol, Gloucestershire on 16 December 1884, and worked as a milk boy prior to entering the Royal Navy as a Boy 2nd Class in April 1900. Advanced to Able Seaman in June 1904, he was serving in the battleship H.M.S. Montague when she was wrecked on Lundy Island in the Bristol Channel on 30 May 1906. In the summer of 1909, Dickason applied for a place in Scott’s second Antarctic Expedition, a successful application that saw him joining the Terra Nova in May 1910. Having then shared in the trials and tribulations of the Terra Nova’s stormy passage south, he served in the Northern Party, a six-man team under Commander Victor Campbell, R.N., between January 1911 and January 1913, a period that witnessed great danger and hardship. In addition to himself and Campbell, the party comprised Surgeon G. Murray Levick, R.N., the geologist Raymond Priestley, and Petty Officers G. P. Abbott and F. V. Browning. Having spent the first 10 months of their northern sojourn at Cape Adare, where several journeys of exploration were carried out and extensive scientific observations taken, Campbell and his team were embarked in the Terra Nova in January 1912 and proceeded to Evans Cove in Terra Nova Bay, where it was intended they carry out a six week expedition. As a result of adverse ice conditions, however, the Terra Nova was unable to come and pick them up, and Campbell and his men were left stranded, with few provisions, and the daunting prospect of the imminent arrival of the Polar winter: what followed over the next nine months was a story of endurance and courage rarely matched in the annals of exploration. Wearing summer clothing, and equipped with light tents, it was quickly apparent that if they were to survive more substantial shelter was required. To that end, the six-man team constructed a giant snow cave (or igloo), from which they rarely ventured, other than to hunt for seal and penguin. In company with Petty Officer Browning, Dickason designed a “blubber lamp”, without which the interior of the ice cave would have remained pitch black in the winter months; the lamp comprised a strand of rope suspended from a “bridge” across the top of a small Oxo tin filled with melted blubber. As recounted by Apsley Cherry-Garrard, in Worst Journey in the World, blubber was very much the Northern Party’s order of the day: ‘They ate blubber, cooked with blubber, had blubber lamps. Their clothes and gear were soaked with blubber, and the soot blackened them, their sleeping-bags, cookers, walls and roof, choked their throats and inflamed their eyes. Blubbery clothes are cold, and theirs were soon so torn as to afford little protection against the wind, and so stiff with blubber that they would stand up by themselves, in spite of frequent scrapings with knives and rubbings with penguin skins, and always there were underfoot the great granite boulders which made walking difficult even in daylight and calm weather … ’ Severe privations were suffered by all, Campbell recording in his journal cases of frostbite and dysentery, and ongoing hunger, the whole compounded by the low temperatures and extreme winds. Dickason was, at one stage or another, laid low by all these factors, in addition to suffering from snow blindness. In early August the sun returned, and the party prepared the sledges for the return to Cape Evans. Setting off on 30 September 1912, they reached Cape Roberts four weeks later, having in the interim come upon the welcome contents of an old depot left by Shackleton’s 1907-09 Nimrod expedition. In fact, they discovered yet further supplies at Cape Bernacchi and at Butter Point, discoveries that enabled their safe return to Hut Point on 6 November, but, here, of course, they learnt of the tragic fate of Scott and his party. A full account of the party’s experiences is to be found in team member Raymond Priestley’s Antarctic Adventure, Scott’s Northern Party, in addition to the aforementioned diary kept by Victor Campbell, which was published in Scott’s Last Expedition (Volume II). In his diary, Campbell makes frequent mention of Dickason, often in glowing terms. For his services to the expedition, he was advanced to Petty Officer and received his award of the Polar Medal from the King on 26 July 1913. Moreover, Mount Dickason, at the head of Boomerang Glacier in Victoria Land, is named after him. Dickason was serving ashore at Pembroke I on the outbreak of hostilities in August 1914, but, in typical fashion, he sought further adventure by volunteering for Q-ships in January 1915. Shortly afterwards he joined the Antwerp, the ex-G.E.R. passenger steamer Vienna, and only the second Q-ship to be commissioned by the Admiralty. He subsequently participated in the first Q-ship/U-boat encounter of the war, when, in March 1915, Antwerp went to the rescue of three merchantmen which had been sunk by the U-29. Although a bloodless encounter, it did persuade the Admiralty that smaller, less well-known ships were required if German U-boat commanders were going to be tempted into action. Accordingly, the Antwerp was relegated to transport duties and her guns transferred to the newly acquired tramp steamer Baralong. And with those guns went Dickason, who would shortly witness the destruction of two U-boats and the demise of half a dozen enemy submariners in circumstances that would attract allegations of war crimes. By the Spring of 1915, Baralong had been fitted out with three concealed 12-pounder guns, and one of her first notable acts was to race to the scene of the sinking of the L...

‘They ate blubber, cooked with blubber, had blubber lamps. Their clothes and gear were soaked with blubber, and the soot blackened them, their sleeping-bags, cookers, walls and roof, choked their throats and inflamed their eyes. Blubbery clothes are cold, and theirs were soon so torn as to afford little protection against the wind, and so stiff with blubber that they would stand up by themselves, in spite of frequent scrapings with knives and rubbings with penguin skins, and always there were underfoot the great granite boulders which made walking difficult even in daylight and calm weather. As Levick said, “the road to hell might be paved with good intentions, but it seemed probable that hell itself would be paved something after the style of Inexpressible Island.” ’ The grim realities of life as a stranded member of the Scott’s Northern Party, as summarised by Apsley Cherry-Garrard in The Worst Journey in the World. The important Polar Medal group of four awarded to Fleet Surgeon G. M. Levick, Royal Navy, who served in the Northern Party in Scott’s Antarctic Expedition 1910-13 and also acted as a zoologist and photographer The story of the Northern Party’s fight for survival is one much imbued with the spirit of the ‘Golden Age of Polar Exploration’, and a story of survival that rightly won wide admiration; of Levick’s zoological contribution to the expedition, he undertook a pioneering study of Adélie penguins, his findings finally appearing in Antarctic Penguins in 1914 Specially advanced to Fleet Surgeon for his services in Antarctica, he went on to witness active service in H.M.S. Bacchante off Gallipoli and latterly trained Commandos in the art of survival in extreme conditions in the wilds of Scotland 1914-15 Star (Ft. Surg. G. M. Levick. R.N.); British War and Victory Medals (Ft. Surg. G. M. Levick. R.N.); Polar Medal 1904, G.V.R., 1st issue, silver, 1 clasp, Antarctic 1910-13 (Surgeon G. M. Levick. R.N. Terra Nova.) mounted as worn, good very fine (4) £20,000-£24,000 --- Importation Duty This lot is subject to importation duty of 5% on the hammer price unless exported outside the UK --- --- A total of 59 silver medals or clasps were awarded for Scott’s Last Expedition, of which 33 were to the Shore Party and only 11 to Naval or Military officers. Levick was one of two Surgeons present on the expedition. George Murray Levick was born in Newcastle on 3 July 1876, the son of a civil engineer, George Levick, and his wife Jeannie; his elder sister was the sculptor Ruby Levick, who exhibited at the Royal Academy. Levick studied medicine at St. Bartholomew’s Hospital and was commissioned as a Surgeon in the Royal Navy in November 1902. And it was in that capacity, and as a zoologist, that he applied for and was granted leave of absence to accompany Scott’s Antarctic Expedition of 1910-13. As a member of Scott’s shore party, Levick joined the Northern Party under the command of Lieutenant V. L. A. Campbell, together with Priestly the geologist and three seamen - Abbott, Browning and Dickason. What ensued became one of the great epics of exploration in Antarctica. Having spent the first 10 months of their northern sojourn at Cape Adare, where several journeys of exploration were carried out and extensive scientific observations taken, the Northern Party were embarked in the Terra Nova in January 1912 and proceeded to Evans Cove in Terra Nova Bay, where it was intended they carry out a six week expedition. As a result of adverse ice conditions, however, the Terra Nova was unable to come and pick them up, and Levick and his comrades were left stranded, with few provisions, and the daunting prospect of the imminent arrival of the Polar winter: what followed over the next nine months was a story of endurance and courage rarely matched in the annals of exploration. Wearing light summer clothing, and equipped with light tents, it was quickly apparent that if they were to survive more substantial shelter was required. To that end, the six-man team constructed a giant snow cave or igloo, from which they rarely ventured other than to hunt for seal and penguin. Such was Levick’s devotion to his fellow explorers during this perilous time, that he was affectionately nicknamed ‘Mother’. In early August the sun returned and Levick and his comrades prepared the sledges for the return to Cape Evans. Setting off on 30 September 1912, they reached Cape Roberts four weeks later, having in the interim come upon the welcome contents of an old depot left by Shackleton’s 1907-09 expedition. In fact they discovered yet further supplies at Cape Bernacci and at Butter Point, discoveries that enabled their safe return to ‘Hut Point’ on 6 November, but, here, of course, they learnt of the tragic fate of Scott and his party. A full account of the Northern Party can be found in Antarctic Adventure, Scott’s Northern Party by R. E. Priestly, while the diary kept by Commander V. L. A. Campbell is to be found in Scott’s Last Expedition, Volume II. Levick is mentioned throughout in both accounts and appears in several photographs. His study of penguins was published by Heinemann as Antarctic Penguins in 1914 and some 30 of his photographs were reproduced in Scott’s Last Expedition, Volume II. On his return to naval duties, Levick was specially promoted to Fleet Surgeon and served off Gallipoli in H.M.S. Bacchante and in the Grand Fleet. And following his retirement, he pioneered the training of blind people in physiotherapy and established the Public Schools Exploring Society in 1932, which took groups of schoolboys to Scandinavia and Canada, and he remained its president until his death. Shortly after the renewal of hostilities in September 1939, Levick, who was then 64, took up the role of a specialist in guerilla warfare at the Commando Special Training Centre at Lochailort, Scotland. He taught fitness, diet and survival techniques, many of which were published in the training manual Hardening of Commando Troops for Warfare in 1944. Moreover, he was enlisted as a consultant for Operation ‘Trace’, a plan for hiding a small observation party in a secret chamber, dubbed ‘The Stay Behind Cave’, in the event of Gibraltar falling to the Axis. On his death in May 1956, Levick was the subject of numerous obituaries, Major D. Glyn Owen of the British Exploring Society writing: ‘A truly great Englishman has passed from our midst, but the memory of his nobleness of character and our pride in his achievements cannot pass from us. Having been on Scott’s last Antarctic expedition, Murray Levick was later to resolve that exploring facilities for youth should be created under as rigourous conditions as could be made available. With his usual untiring energy and purposefulness, he turned this concept into reality when he founded the Public Schools Exploring Society in 1932, later to become the British Schools Exploring Society, drawing schoolboys of between 16 and 18 years to partake in annual expeditions abroad into wild and trackless country … ‘ Sold with a large quantity of photographs (approx. 140 images), mainly of penguins and taken by Levick on the Expedition, some of them mounted in a pair of old albums, together with two images of him in Antarctica and a studio portrait of him in uniform, wearing his Polar Medal. Note: Levick’s original polar journal was sold at Christie’s in April 2000 for £93,950.

Patent circular slide rule, and other similar rules and scientific instruments

Two cases of fishing reels and other accessories, including Trudex, Match Aerial, Mitchell, Scientific Anglers, Troutseeker, Hardy Marksman 4/5, etc

Two lacquered brass student microscopes; a field or dum microscope in mahogany case, inscribed 1879, 19.5cm, a box of microscope slides prepared by Frederick Enock; a boxed scientific set 'Popular Experiments in Dynamics by George C Sherrin', published by George Philip & Son Ltd 1926, case 21.5cm; and a framed decorative arrangement of scientific bottles reportedly containing fertilizer components, 51x44.5cm.Condition report:Please see additional uploaded images of all the slides in this lot.

An early 20th century Towers Widnes scientific weighing scale, housed in a wooden display case, supported by a wooden base with plastic makers label, H40cm, sold together with a Griffin & Tatlock Ltd, London microid metric weights.

### Eclectic Collection of Vintage and Antique Items A diverse assortment of vintage and antique artefacts, dating from the late 19th to mid-20th century, comprising decorative, utility, and personal memorabilia. ### Description: 1. **Keepsake Boxes**: - An oval-shaped lacquered box with a painted jungle scene featuring a tiger, likely of Asian origin, early 20th century. - A rectangular brass box with a smooth, polished finish, possibly for cigars or stationery items. - A black and gold rectangular lacquered box with intricate patterns, referencing Middle Eastern or South Asian art. - A smaller octagonal brass box, decorated with engraved motifs, likely a snuff or trinket box. - A wooden box with marquetry inlay, depicting floral or scenic elements, possibly European, 19th or early 20th century. 2. **Framed Photographs**: - A rectangular military portrait of a uniformed man, likely WWI-era (1914–1918), housed in a black frame with an inscription partially visible. - An oval frame containing a sepia-toned photograph of a young child, mid-20th century. - A silver-toned ornate rectangular frame with visible text, “R.H.L.,” mounted with floral embossing. 3. **Metalware**: - A hammered metal hip flask, potentially dating to the interwar period. - A curved stainless flask and another with textured detailing, consistent with early to mid-20th-century designs. - A miniature brass desktop armillary sphere, decorative but inspired by scientific instruments of the 19th century. 4. **Books and Ledgers**: - A leather-bound book with gold gilt detailing, late 19th to early 20th century design. - A green leather ledger embossed with “Midland Bank Limited,” indicative of personal financial use, mid-20th century. 5. **Scientific Equipment**: - A brass field microscope with a black base, late 19th to early 20th century, with adjustable focus features. - A pair of black binoculars, early 20th century, likely military or recreational. 6. **Stationery and Desk Accessories**: - A wooden stamp with a polished handle, likely for sealing wax, 19th or early 20th century. - A circular leather tape measure case or pocket accessory, early 20th century style. ### Historical and Collectible Context: The collection showcases fine craftsmanship and proportions reflective of the late Victorian through to the mid-20th century. Military memorabilia, scientific instruments, and decorative items within the grouping suggest it originates from a private collector or estate sale.