James Ferguson, F.R.S.
Image information
James Ferguson, F.R.S.
This mezzotint of the astronomer, instrument-maker, lecturer and author James Ferguson (1710-1776) was published in the year that he died. He is shown with two volumes, one entitled 'Newton's Philosophy', possibly a copy of Henry Pemberton's 'A View of Sir Isaac Newton's Philosophy' (1728), which was undoubtedly an inspiration for his own popular work, 'Astronomy explained upon Sir Isaac Newton's Principles' (1756). Ferguson was born in Scotland and began his career by drawing miniature portraits. His largely self-taught knowledge of astronomy and ability in making mechanical models let him to London in 1743. He was elected Fellow of the Royal Society in 1763, by which time he had become well-known for his work, especially his touring lectures to 'Gentlemen and Ladies' on astronomy and mechanics that were illustrated with demonstrations of working models, many of which he had made himself.
Francis Haward
Original size: 280 mm x 380 mm
- Image reference: PT4016
- National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London, Gabb Collection
Discover more
More by this artist
Search for similar images
Product images of James Ferguson, F.R.S.
Our prints
We use a 240gsm fine art paper and premium branded inks to create the perfect reproduction.
Our expertise and use of high-quality materials means that our print colours are independently verified to last between 100 and 200 years.
Read more about our fine art prints.
Manufactured in the UK
All products are printed in the UK, using the latest digital presses and a giclée printmaking process.
We only use premium branded inks, and colours are independently verified to last between 100 and 200 years.
Delivery & returns
We print everything to order so delivery times may vary but all unframed prints are despatched within 2-4 days via courier or recorded mail.
Due to the coronovirus pandemic and Brexit situation, current shipping times may be longer, particularly for destinations outside the UK.
Delivery to the UK is £5 for an unframed print of any size.
We will happily replace your order if everything isn’t 100% perfect.
