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Richard Owen, British zoologist, 1873. Artist: Spy
Richard Owen, British zoologist, 1873. 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 in 1841. Owen was opposed to Darwins theories, believing that natural selection was insufficient to explain evolution. In 1856 he became superintendent of natural history at the British Museum and planned the new Natural History Museum which was established in South Kensington. Cartoon from Vanity Fair, London, March 1873
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Boot Boots Famous People Leslie Leslie Matthew Ward Leslie Ward Naturalist Owen Oxford Science Archive Paleontologist Paleontology Professor Professor Sir Richard Owen Richard Richard Owen Scientist Sir Leslie Sir Leslie Ward Sir Richard Owen Thin Top Hat Walking Stick Ward Zoologist Zoology
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.1cm x 39.6cm (9.9" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
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.
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This print showcases Richard Owen, a renowned British zoologist, in 1873. The artist behind this remarkable portrait is Spy (Richard Leslie Ward), who skillfully captures the essence of Owen's distinguished persona. Prior to his illustrious career as a zoologist, Owen initially pursued surgery and made significant contributions to the fields of anatomy and paleontology. One of Owen's most notable achievements was coining the term "dinosaur" in 1841, forever shaping our understanding of prehistoric creatures. Despite his groundbreaking work, he held opposing views to Charles Darwin's theories on evolution and believed that natural selection alone could not explain it. In 1856, Owen assumed the position of superintendent of natural history at the British Museum and played an instrumental role in planning the establishment of the new Natural History Museum in South Kensington. This visionary project solidified his legacy as a prominent figure within England's scientific community. The lithograph portrays Owen with utmost elegance, donning a top hat and holding a walking stick while exuding an air of intellectual prowess. His thin frame accentuates his scholarly demeanor further. This print serves as a testament to both Sir Richard Owen's immense contributions to science during the 19th century and Spy's artistic talent in capturing his subject’s essence with finesse.
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