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Richard Owen, English zoologist, 1884. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
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Richard Owen, English zoologist, 1884. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
Richard Owen, English zoologist, 1884. After qualifying and practising as a surgeon, Owen (1804-1892) made major contributions in the fields of anatomy and paleontology. He was responsible for first coining the word dinosaur (terrible lizard) in 1841 for the fossilized reptiles that had been discovered. Owen was opposed to Darwins theories, believing that natural selection was insufficient to explain evolution. The figure on the left with a letter in his mouth is TH Huxley (1825-1895), the English biologist who championed Darwin. Cartoon from Edward Linley Sambournes Fancy Portrait series for Punch, (London, 5 January 1884)
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This print captures the esteemed Richard Owen, an influential English zoologist from 1884. Created by artist Edward Linley Sambourne as part of his Fancy Portrait series for Punch magazine, this caricature showcases Owen's significant contributions to anatomy and paleontology. Notably, Owen is credited with coining the term "dinosaur" in 1841 to describe fossilized reptiles. In this intriguing image, we see Thomas Henry Huxley on the left side of the frame holding a letter in his mouth. Huxley was an English biologist who ardently supported Charles Darwin's theories on evolution through natural selection. The presence of both men in this cartoon highlights their contrasting views on Darwinism. Richard Owen strongly opposed Darwin's ideas, believing that natural selection alone could not explain evolution. This controversy between two prominent figures in British science during the 19th century adds depth and intrigue to this historical snapshot. The wood engraving technique used by Sambourne gives a timeless quality to this portrait, emphasizing its significance within scientific history. As we delve into this image, we are reminded of the profound impact these individuals had on our understanding of biology and evolution. This print serves as a testament to Richard Owen's legacy as a renowned zoologist while also shedding light on the ongoing debates surrounding evolutionary theory during that era.
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