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Framed Print : Water Baby being examined by Richard Owen and T. H. Huxley. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
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Water Baby being examined by Richard Owen and T. H. Huxley. Artist: Edward Linley Sambourne
Water Baby being examined by Richard Owen and T.H. Huxley. Tom, a run-away chimney sweeps boy, who falls into river and becomes a Water Baby, being examined by Richard Owen (left) and T.H. Huxley. Owen opponent of Darwinism, Huxley its great champion. Illustration by Linley Sambourne
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18"x14" Modern Frame
Step into the fascinating world of scientific discovery with our exquisitely framed print, "Water Baby being examined by Richard Owen and T.H. Huxley." This captivating artwork by Edward Linley Sambourne brings to life a scene from Charles Darwin's novel, "The Water Babies," featuring Tom, a chimney sweep boy, transformed into a Water Baby, being examined by renowned scientists Richard Owen and T.H. Huxley. This beautifully detailed and intriguing piece is a must-have for any home or office, adding an element of history and wonder to your space. The high-quality framing enhances the rich colors and intricacies of the artwork, making it a true centerpiece. Bring a piece of scientific history into your home with our Media Storehouse Framed Print.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. 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 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print, titled "Water Baby being examined by Richard Owen and T. H. Huxley" takes us back to the 19th century, a time of great scientific exploration and debate. Created by artist Edward Linley Sambourne, this engraving portrays an intriguing scene. In the center of the image stands Tom, a young chimney sweeps boy who accidentally falls into a river and transforms into a Water Baby. He is being carefully examined by two prominent figures of that era: Richard Owen on the left and Thomas Henry Huxley on the right. Owen was known as an opponent of Darwinism, while Huxley fervently championed it. The composition beautifully captures the tension between these contrasting viewpoints on evolution. The intense expressions on both men's faces suggest their deep involvement in this examination process. As they scrutinize Tom's transformation with scientific curiosity, one can almost feel their conflicting thoughts about his existence challenging established beliefs. Sambourne skillfully uses monochrome tones to enhance the dramatic atmosphere surrounding this encounter. The detailed portrait-like depiction adds depth to each character's personality, emphasizing their significant roles in shaping scientific discourse during that period. Through this thought-provoking artwork, we are reminded of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theories and how they sparked intellectual debates among scholars like Owen and Huxley. It serves as a visual representation of an important chapter in history when science clashed with tradition, forever changing our understanding of life itself.
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