John Dalton en Gerrit Moll, ca. 1831-32 1831 - 1832

This hand-colored lithograph, titled "John Dalton en Gerrit Moll, ca. 1831-32" was created by Pieter Wilhelmus van de Weijer in 1831-1832. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a humorous caricature of John Dalton and Gerrit Moll, prominent scientists of the time, shaking hands at the Royal Institution. The image is likely meant to represent the advancement of science and the importance of collaboration between scientists. The use of caricature and the setting at the Royal Institution make this artwork a valuable glimpse into the culture of scientific inquiry in the early 19th century.