A new astronomical instrument. Made by J. Ferguson, Published Aug. 29. 1757 according to Act of Parliament, London, Engraving, intaglio,... View Article
Engraving, Richard Lovett, after Joseph Wright of Derby, Engraved by R. Hancock, 18th Century, Inv. 90133 Richard Lovett (1692-1780) was... View Article
Globes in Early Renaissance Europe Globe making developed rapidly during the European Renaissance as a result of technological developments such... View Article
Celestial globe by Johann Schöner, c.1534 Johannes Schöner (1477-1547) was a well respected German polymath who lived and worked in... View Article
Education We aim to provide access to the collection to enrich learning across the curriculum, encourage curiosity and discovery, and... View Article
Museum of Oxford These vibrant sports-themed globes were created by families attending Family Days at the Museum of Oxford... View Article
Key Stage: 3 and 4 Length: 1-2 hours (adaptable) Maximum number: See Planning a visit This session introduces students to... View Article
Key Stage: 3 and 4 Length: 1-2 hours (adaptable) Maximum number: See Planning a visit This session introduces students to... View Article
Autumn, 1999 THE Museum’s major commitment to University teaching – the M. Sc. course on the history of instruments, museums,... View Article
Autumn, 1999 A 12-inch celestial globe of 1738 by John Senex has been the latest to benefit from the programme... View Article