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Poster Print : Sir William Hooker (1785-1865)
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Sir William Hooker (1785-1865)
Portrait of Sir William Hooker, Professor of Botany at the University of Glasgow and Director of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew
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Botanist Glasgow Hooker Professor Scientist
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Introduce a touch of history and scientific elegance to your space with our Sir William Hooker poster print from Media Storehouse. This captivating portrait, taken from the extensive archives of Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases Sir William Hooker (1785-1865), a pioneering figure in the world of botany. As Professor of Botany at the University of Glasgow and Director of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew, Hooker played a crucial role in advancing the field during the Victorian era. This beautifully detailed, high-quality poster is a must-have for botanical enthusiasts, historians, and anyone seeking to add a touch of academic charm to their walls."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This portrait captures the intellectual brilliance and profound dedication of Sir William Hooker (1785-1865), a pivotal figure in the world of Victorian botany. Sir William Hooker, born on February 3, 1785, in Wakefield, England, is depicted here in the prime of his career as Professor of Botany at the prestigious University of Glasgow and the esteemed Director of the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew. During the 19th century, Hooker's groundbreaking work revolutionized the field of botany, and his contributions to the scientific community were nothing short of extraordinary. He was a prolific author, publishing numerous influential works, including the "Flora Scotia," which documented the flora of Scotland. Hooker's most notable achievement, however, was his role as the editor of the "Journal of the Linnean Society," a position he held from 1834 to 1865. Under his leadership, the journal became a leading platform for botanical research and innovation. Hooker's unwavering commitment to botany extended beyond his scholarly pursuits. He was a tireless explorer, leading numerous expeditions to collect new and rare plant specimens from around the world. His explorations led to the discovery and classification of countless new species, significantly expanding the world's botanical knowledge. This evocative portrait, taken in the mid-19th century, offers a glimpse into the life of a man who dedicated his life to the pursuit of botanical knowledge. Hooker's legacy continues to inspire and influence the scientific community, making him a true icon of the Victorian era and a testament to the power of human curiosity and determination.
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