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Charles Darwin K980352
DOWN HOUSE, Downe, Kent. Photograph of Charles Darwin by Julia Margaret Cameron (1815-79)
Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places
Media ID 689800
© Historic England
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating charm of our Media Storehouse Poster Prints, featuring the iconic portrait of Charles Darwin by Julia Margaret Cameron from Historic England Photo Library. Taken at Down House in Kent, this photograph captures the renowned naturalist in a thoughtful and introspective moment. Bring the rich history of Charles Darwin into your home or office with this beautifully printed and framed poster, a timeless addition to any space that celebrates scientific discovery and innovation.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
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 evocative photograph captures Charles Darwin, the renowned naturalist and originator of the theory of evolution through natural selection, in a reflective moment at his beloved Down House in Kent, England. Taken by the celebrated Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron in 1868, this image offers a glimpse into Darwin's personal life, away from the scientific limelight. Down House, where Darwin lived from 1842 until his death in 1882, was not only his family home but also the place where he wrote some of his most groundbreaking works, including "On the Origin of Species" and "The Descent of Man." The serene surroundings of the estate, with its lush gardens and woodlands, provided him with the tranquility and inspiration he needed to further develop his revolutionary ideas. In the photograph, Darwin is depicted seated in a comfortable chair, gazing intently into the distance, as if lost in thought. His expressive face, with its furrowed brow and intense gaze, conveys the deep intellectual focus that characterized his life's work. The presence of his loyal dog, who lies at his feet, adds a touch of warmth and companionship to the image. Julia Margaret Cameron, a pioneer in portrait photography, captured Darwin's essence with remarkable sensitivity and skill. The soft focus and dreamlike quality of her photograph create an intimate and introspective atmosphere, inviting viewers to contemplate the mind of one of history's greatest thinkers. This photograph, taken over a century and a half ago, continues to captivate and inspire us, offering a window into the life of a man whose ideas have forever changed our understanding of the natural world.
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