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John Tyndall, Irish born physicist and mountaineer, 1893. Artist: John McLure Hamilton
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John Tyndall, Irish born physicist and mountaineer, 1893. Artist: John McLure Hamilton
John Tyndall, Irish born physicist and mountaineer, 1893. Tyndall (1820-1893) studied in Marburg under Robert Bunsen (1811-1899). He was appointed Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution, London, in 1854 and became President of British Association for the Advancement of Science in 1874. Some of his most notable work was carried out in the fields of heat radiation and acoustics. A keen mountaineer, he combined the pastime with studies of glacial motion in the Swiss Alps. Towards the end of his life Tyndalls health was poor and he died in 1893 from an accidental overdose of chloral hydrate, an imsomnia cure widely misused in the late 19th century
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This print showcases the renowned physicist and mountaineer, John Tyndall, in 1893. Painted by the talented artist John McLure Hamilton, this portrait captures Tyndall's intellectual prowess and adventurous spirit. Born in Ireland in 1820, Tyndall studied under Robert Bunsen in Marburg before being appointed as Professor of Natural Philosophy at the Royal Institution in London. His contributions to the fields of heat radiation and acoustics were groundbreaking and earned him widespread recognition. In addition to his scientific pursuits, Tyndall was an avid mountaineer who combined his love for climbing with studies on glacial motion in the Swiss Alps. This unique combination of interests made him a truly remarkable figure. Sadly, towards the end of his life, Tyndall's health deteriorated significantly. In 1893, he tragically passed away from an accidental overdose of chloral hydrate—a widely misused insomnia cure during that era. Hamilton's painting beautifully portrays Tyndall seated comfortably in an armchair engrossed in reading—a testament to his passion for literature and knowledge acquisition. The intricate details capture every aspect of Tyndall's appearance: his distinguished beard, sideburns (or whiskers), and intelligent gaze. This print is not only a tribute to one of Britain's most influential scientists but also serves as a reminder of how individuals can excel both intellectually and physically across various disciplines.
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