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Meeting of the British Association at Southampton (engraving)
1617335 Meeting of the British Association at Southampton (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Meeting of the British Association at Southampton. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 19 September 1846.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23090524
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Baronet Bishop Of Norwich British Association British Science Association Esquire Fellow John Taylor Physiology Royal Society Section Southampton Viscount Palmerston Visitors
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Meeting of the British Association at Southampton - A Gathering of Intellectual Minds
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. This engraving, created by an anonymous English artist in the 19th century, captures a momentous event in scientific and intellectual history. The image depicts the Meeting of the British Association at Southampton, a gathering that brought together some of the greatest minds of their time. In this bustling scene, we see esteemed figures such as Viscount Palmerston, Professor Oersted, and Professor Wheatstone engaging in lively discussions with fellow members. The meeting served as a platform for scholars from various fields to exchange ideas and present groundbreaking research. The composition highlights different sections within the association, including the Chemical Section led by Professor Rose and Dr. Fowler, as well as the Mathematical Section chaired by Sir Hercules Pakenham. Notable attendees like Dr. Faraday and Colonel Sabine can also be spotted among this illustrious crowd. This print not only showcases these eminent individuals but also emphasizes their dedication to advancing knowledge across disciplines. From physiology to mathematics to physics, every corner of academia is represented here. As we gaze upon this historic image from our private collection today, it serves as a reminder of how collaboration and intellectual curiosity have shaped our understanding of the world. It is through gatherings like these that progress is made possible – where ideas are shared freely and innovation flourishes.
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