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Evstafieff - Charles Darwin, Charles Lyell & Joseph Hooker DP135279
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Charles Darwin, in his study, with Charles Lyell and Joseph Dalton Hooker, by Victor Evstafieff ( Eustaphieff, Evstafiev ). Inventory number 88202271. DP135279
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Media ID 18265641
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12"x8" (30x20cm) Photo Print
Step into the past with our exquisite photographic print by Victor Evstafieff, featuring a captivating moment at Down House, Kent. Witness the intellectual camaraderie between three great minds of the natural world: Charles Darwin, Charles Lyell, and Joseph Dalton Hooker. This stunning image, part of the Media Storehouse collection from Historic England, offers a unique glimpse into the world of these influential figures as they delve into the wonders of science and discovery. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and let the conversation around evolution, geology, and botany begin.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 20.3cm (12" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph print, titled "Charles Darwin, Charles Lyell & Joseph Dalton Hooker" by Victor Evstafieff (DP135279), transports us back in time to a pivotal moment in scientific history. The image, now part of Historic England's collection with inventory number 88202271, was taken at Down House in Kent, the family home of Charles Darwin from 1842 until his death in 1882. The photograph finds Darwin, the renowned naturalist and author of "On the Origin of Species," in deep contemplation within his study, surrounded by the intellectual giants of his time. To his left sits Charles Lyell, the eminent geologist and a significant influence on Darwin's theories of evolution. On the right is Joseph Dalton Hooker, a botanist, explorer, and close friend of Darwin. The three men are engrossed in conversation, their expressions hinting at the exchange of groundbreaking ideas that would forever change the way we understand the natural world. Evstafieff's masterful composition not only captures the intellectual camaraderie between these pioneering figures but also the intimacy of their shared intellectual pursuit. The warm, inviting light filtering through the window, the intricate details of the books and scientific instruments scattered across the room, and the genuine connection between the subjects all contribute to a sense of timelessness and wonder. This photograph print is a testament to the power of intellectual collaboration and the enduring impact of the scientific discoveries made during the 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the importance of curiosity, exploration, and the pursuit of knowledge, and invites us to reflect on the profound influence these men had on our understanding of the natural world and our place within it.
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