Portraits Collection (page 8)

Otto Schmidt, Soviet Arctic explorer
Otto Yulievich Schmidt (left, 1891-1956), Soviet Arctic explorer and geophysicist, greeting one of the rescue pilots (right) during the Chelyuskin expedition to the Arctic

Nikolai Basov, Soviet physicist
Nikolai Gennadiyevich Basov (1922-2001), Soviet physicist. Basov is primarily known for his work with Aleksandr Prokhorov on developing masers (amplified beams of microwaves)

Beritashvili and students, Tbilisi, 1962
Ivan Beritashvili (1885-1974, centre), Soviet physiologist, instructing students who are studying the brain of a laboratory animal

Albert Einstein. Caricature of the Swiss-German physicist Albert Einstein (1879-1955) displaying his watch, representing his theories of time

Portrait of Pavel Cerenkov
Pavel Cerenkov, Russian physicist, born Voronezh Guberniya on August 10, 1904, photographed (on right) at the controls of a synchrotron at the Institute of Physics of the Soviet Academy of Science

Russian physicist Pavel Cerenkov

Nikolai Dubinin, Russian geneticist
Nikolai Petrovich Dubinin (1907-1998), Russian geneticist, examining microscope slides in a laboratory. Dubinin was one of the founding members of the Cytology

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A curious young polar bear (Ursus maritimus), probably recently weaned from its mother, approaches the National Geographic Explorer after scavenging a polar bear carcass on multi-year ice floes in

Sadhu (Holy man), India, Asia

Mudman from Asaro district in the Highlands, at sing sing, Kowedobu, Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, Pacific

Ice skating in Red Square, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Moscow, Russia, Europe

South Africa versus Germany wheelchair basketball match during the 2008 Paralympic Games, Beijing, China, Asia

Men playing chess, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Central Asia, Asia

Man with his goshawk, Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, Asia

Young Afghan boys, Wakhan Corridor, Afghanistan, Asia

Portrait of a monk doing his morning shopping, Paro, Bhutan, Asia

Young Buddhist monk, Luang Prabang, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Bishop, Landevennec, Finistere, Brittany, France, Europe

Greek Orthodox procession on Good Friday, Thessaloniki, Macedonia, Greece, Europe

Big heads for children (Cabezones), San Fermin festival, Pamplona, Navarra, Euskadi, Spain, Europe

Devotees waiting to do puja at Diwali, Jagdish temple, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Family of five on scooter, wife holding mobile phone for husband to take call, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Diwali sweet stall with stallholder and picture of the Hindu god, Hanuman, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India, Asia

Girl lighting Hannuka candles, Montrouge, France, Europe

Baby in a toy car, France, Europe

Boy doing archery, Forges-les-Eaux, Seine Maritime, France, Europe

Masai men, Masai Mara, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

May Day marchers with Cuban flags, Plaza de la Revolucion, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Surfer at sunset, Kuta Beach, Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Masai man, Masai Mara, Kenya, East Africa, Africa

Portrait of Charles Darwin, British naturalist
Charles Darwin. Portrait of Charles Robert Darwin (1809-1882), British naturalist. Darwin studied medicine and theology, but was most interested in natural history

Galileo Galilei, Italian physicist and astronomer
Galileo Galilei. Engraving of Galileo Galilei(1564-1642), Italian astronomer and physicist. In1610 he became the first person to use a telescopefor astronomical studies

Cowboys eating breakfast in a field, New Mexico, United States of America, North America

Woman exercising, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Utah Arizona border, United States of America, North America

James Augustine Aloysius Joyce, 1882 - 1941. Irish novelist, short story writer, and poet. After a contemporary print

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, 1840 - 1893, also known as Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky. Russian composer of the romantic period. Illustration by Gordon Ross, American artist and illustrator (1873-1946)

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"Capturing the Essence: A Kaleidoscope of Portraits" they have long been a window into the soul, revealing stories and emotions through the stroke of an artist's brush or the click of a camera. They transcend time and space, allowing us to glimpse into different worlds and connect with diverse individuals. In one frame, we find five regal Cavalier King Charles Spaniels sitting gracefully side by side. Their coats vary in shades - black-and-tan, tricolour, blenheim, and ruby - each exuding its unique charm. On another canvas, we witness the brilliance of scientific minds as Watson and Crick stand proudly beside their groundbreaking DNA model. Their discovery forever changed our understanding of life itself. A journey to Paris takes us closer to divinity as we encounter the enigmatic Shroud of Turin. This ancient relic is believed to bear the image of Jesus Christ himself—a testament to faith that has captivated hearts for centuries. Artistic mastery comes alive in Durer's iconic depiction of praying hands—an enduring symbol that transcends religious boundaries and speaks directly to our souls. The world of sports unfolds before our eyes as cyclists like Lance Armstrong don their yellow jerseys during the exhilarating Tour de France 2009. The determination etched on their faces tells tales of endurance and triumph against all odds. In tranquil moments amidst bustling Parisian streets, Thich Nhat Hanh leads a walking meditation—reminding us to find peace within ourselves even amid chaos. His teachings resonate across continents as people seek solace in his wisdom. Suntop English Setters bask in golden sunlight while exploring nature's wonders—a portrait capturing both beauty and companionship between humans and animals. History comes alive through Civil War re-enactments by Sealed Knot near Edgehill in Warwickshire—their dedication preserving heritage for generations yet unborn.