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Filename: K980123.jpg

Size: 3796 x 4599 (19.0MB)

Date: 4th August 2005

Source: Historic England

Credit: Historic England Photo Library

Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5

Source: English Heritage Images

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Charles Darwin K980123

DOWN HOUSE, Downe, Kent. Portrait of Charles Darwin c 1880

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative portrait of Charles Darwin, captured around the year 1880, offers a glimpse into the private life of one of history's most influential scientific minds. The image, taken at Down House in Kent, England, reflects the tranquility and contemplative nature of Darwin's later years. Down House, Darwin's family home from 1842 until his death in 1882, was not only a place of respite but also a hub of scientific discovery. It was here that Darwin formulated and published many of his groundbreaking theories, including the seminal work "On the Origin of Species." In the photograph, Darwin appears thoughtful and introspective, his gaze fixed on an unseen horizon. His expression suggests a deep engagement with the natural world and the intellectual pursuits that consumed him throughout his life. The setting – the familiar surroundings of Down House – adds a sense of intimacy and humanizes the man behind the monumental scientific discoveries. Darwin's legacy continues to shape our understanding of the natural world and our place within it. This portrait, captured in the twilight of his life, serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring impact of his ideas and the importance of curiosity, observation, and critical thinking in the pursuit of knowledge.

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