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Rural landscape and cloud study by Luke Howard, March 1849
UIG5063965 Rural landscape and cloud study by Luke Howard, March 1849 by Howard, Luke (1772-1864); Science Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Rural landscape and cloud study by Luke Howard, March 1849. Watercolour sketch by Edward Kennion with cloud studies by Luke Howard (1772-1864). Ordering and classification were important features of Enlightenment science. Fascinated since childhood by the weather, and clouds in particular, Luke Howard classified and named different cloud types between 1803 and 1811, providing sketches for these later illustrations. His work is believed to have influenced many of the landscape painters of the Romantic era, including Turner and Constable. Although never trained as a scientist, Howard's contribution to the developing science of meteorology led to him being made a fellow of the Royal Society in 1821. His terminology and symbols are still largely used to describe clouds today. ©SSPL/Science Museum); SSPL/UIG
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This print showcases a mesmerizing rural landscape and cloud study by Luke Howard, created in March 1849. The artwork combines the watercolor sketching skills of Edward Kennion with Luke Howard's intricate cloud studies. As an important figure in Enlightenment science, Howard was deeply fascinated by weather patterns and dedicated his life to classifying and naming different types of clouds between 1803 and 1811. Howard's groundbreaking work greatly influenced renowned landscape painters of the Romantic era such as Turner and Constable. Despite lacking formal scientific training, his contributions to meteorology earned him recognition as a fellow of the Royal Society in 1821. Even today, his terminology and symbols continue to be widely used for describing clouds. The image captures the essence of rural beauty intertwined with ethereal cloud formations. It transports viewers back to a simpler time when nature's wonders were celebrated through artistry and scientific exploration alike. The delicate brushstrokes bring each element to life – from the rolling hills that stretch into the distance to the ever-changing shapes and textures of the clouds above. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece, we are reminded not only of Luke Howard's immense impact on meteorology but also how art can inspire scientific discovery while capturing nature's timeless allure. This print is truly a testament to both artistic mastery and intellectual curiosity, inviting us into a world where science meets aesthetics in perfect harmony.
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