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Sir John Frederick William Herschel (1792-1871), c.1860 (stipple engraving)
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Sir John Frederick William Herschel (1792-1871), c.1860 (stipple engraving)
7342122 Sir John Frederick William Herschel (1792-1871), c.1860 (stipple engraving) by Mayall, John Jabez Edwin Paisley (1813-1901) (after); 41.2x28.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: John Jabez Edwin Mayall; Daniel J. Pound
This engraving of a photograph shows John Frederick William Herschel seated, with his right elbow resting on a table as he looks, thoughtfully, into the middle distance. On the table by his arm is an unspecified book. This portrait dates from around 1860 when Herschel had made a name for himself (separate to his father's) through his popular science writing, his experimental work, his voyage to the Cape of Good Hope to catalogue the nebulae, double stars and star clusters of the southern hemisphere, his brief career as master of the Mint and his contributions to various scientific society and governmental committees! Even by 1830 it was said that to be a scientist meant to be 'as much like John Herschel as possible', by 1860 he was a household name. This portrait comes from a series entitled 'THE DRAWING ROOM PORTRAIT GALLERY OF EMINENT PERSONAGES' published by the Illustrated News of the World. From the 1840s there was a rapid increase in the number of heavily illustrated popular weekly newspapers and periodicals on the market in Britain. Within these were a group aimed more at the artisan audience than the masses. The most successful within this subcategory was the Illustrated London News (1842- ) which spawned many imitators among them the Illustrated News of the World which lasted only 5 years (1858-1863).); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning stipple engraving captures the esteemed Sir John Frederick William Herschel in a moment of contemplation, circa 1860. Seated with his elbow resting on a table, Herschel gazes thoughtfully into the distance, embodying the essence of a true intellectual. The presence of an unspecified book on the table hints at his scholarly pursuits and insatiable thirst for knowledge.
Herschel, known for his groundbreaking contributions to science and astronomy, had already established himself as a prominent figure in the scientific community by this time. From his acclaimed writings to his pioneering work cataloguing celestial bodies during his voyage to the Cape of Good Hope, Herschel's legacy was firmly cemented in history.
Published as part of 'THE DRAWING ROOM PORTRAIT GALLERY OF EMINENT PERSONAGES', this engraving showcases Herschel's status as a household name during the mid-19th century. As one of Britain's most revered scientists, he set a standard for aspiring intellectuals to emulate.
This exquisite portrait not only serves as a visual tribute to Herschel's remarkable achievements but also reflects the burgeoning popularity of illustrated newspapers and periodicals during that era. It stands as a timeless reminder of an era when scientific inquiry and intellectual curiosity were held in high regard.
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