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1849 John Stevens Henslow, Darwins tutor
1849 John Stevens Henslow (6 February 1796-16 May 1861), crop of lithographic portrait from life by Thomas Herbert Maguire as part of the Friends of the Ipswich Museum scientific portrait series, commisioned by George Ransome. Henslow was vice-president of the museum and a bound portfolio copy of the portraits was presented by him to H.R.H. Prince Albert when he inspected the museum in 1851. Henslow, a popular Professor of Botany at Cambridge University, became tutor to Charles Darwin during his studies in Cambridge. Darwin was very fond of him, and became known as " the man who follows Henslow". When Henslow and colleague Leonard Jenyns were offered a place on the Beagle Voyage, both decided it would suit a man with less commitments and suggested Darwin. Henslow helped Darwin in the UK throughout the voyage. Henslow retired most academic duties when he became Rector of Hitchin in 1837
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Black And White Botanist Cambridge Charles Darwin Darwin Studies University Henslow Jenyns Mono Chrome
10"x8" Photo Print
Bring the intriguing world of science history into your home with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image, titled "1849 John Stevens Henslow" by Paul D.Stewart from Science Photo Library, showcases a lithographic portrait of John Stevens Henslow (6 February 1796-16 May 1861). Henslow was a renowned botanist and the tutor of Charles Darwin. This exquisite print, taken from the Friends of the Ipswich Museum scientific portrait series, offers a unique glimpse into the past and adds an intellectual touch to any space. With its stunning detail and rich history, this print is sure to be a conversation starter and a cherished addition to your collection.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.8cm x 25.4cm (7" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the esteemed figure of John Stevens Henslow, a prominent botanist and tutor to none other than Charles Darwin himself. The lithographic portrait, skillfully crafted by Thomas Herbert Maguire as part of the Friends of the Ipswich Museum scientific portrait series, showcases Henslow in all his intellectual glory. Henslow's significance is not limited to his role as Darwin's mentor; he was also vice-president of the museum and played a pivotal role in its development. In fact, he presented a bound portfolio copy of these very portraits to H. R. H. Prince Albert during his visit to the museum in 1851. As Professor of Botany at Cambridge University, Henslow left an indelible mark on countless students who were fortunate enough to learn from him. His influence on Darwin was particularly profound, earning him the endearing nickname "the man who follows Henslow". When offered a place on the Beagle Voyage alongside colleague Leonard Jenyns, both men believed it better suited someone with fewer commitments and recommended Darwin instead. Throughout Darwin's transformative journey aboard HMS Beagle, Henslow remained an invaluable source of support and guidance from back home in the UK. Despite retiring from most academic duties when becoming Rector of Hitchin in 1837, his impact continued to reverberate through generations of scientists inspired by his teachings. In this monochrome masterpiece capturing history and knowledge intertwined, we witness not only a tribute to John Stevens Henslow but also an homage to the enduring power that education holds for shaping minds like that of Charles Darwin.
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