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Invitation K970521
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Invitation to Westminster Abbey on April 26th 1882. Charles Darwin died on 19th April 1882. He was buried next to the renowned scientist Sir John Herschel and a few feet away from Sir Isaac Newton
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Media ID 1348605
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the exquisite "Invitation K970521" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you in collaboration with Historic England Photo Library. This captivating piece of history transports you back in time to Down House in Kent, where an invitation awaits. Dated April 26th, 1882, this historical artifact holds a significant place in scientific history. Charles Darwin, the renowned naturalist, passed away on April 19th, 1882, and was laid to rest next to the esteemed scientist Sir John Herschel at Westminster Abbey. This beautifully framed print offers a rare glimpse into the past, making it an essential addition to any home or office. Embrace the rich history and intrigue behind this unique piece, now available through Media Storehouse.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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> The 1880s
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph, Historic England K970521, captures the poignant moment of an invitation to Westminster Abbey for the funeral of Charles Darwin on April 26, 1882. The renowned naturalist and scientist, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of science, had passed away on April 19, 1882, at the age of 73. The invitation bears the date of the funeral and the location of the hallowed Westminster Abbey, where Darwin was to be laid to rest. The significance of the event is underscored by the fact that Darwin was buried next to two of the greatest scientific minds of all time: Sir John Herschel and Sir Isaac Newton. Herschel, a prominent mathematician and astronomer, was a close friend and mentor to Darwin. Newton, the father of modern physics and mathematics, had laid the groundwork for many of the scientific principles that Darwin built upon in his groundbreaking work on evolution. The image of the invitation offers a glimpse into the solemn and reverent occasion, as well as the profound impact that Darwin's work had on the scientific community and beyond. The invitation serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of Charles Darwin and his contributions to the fields of science and our understanding of the natural world.
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