24th May, 2023 12:00
Fine Instruments of Science, Medicine and Books
A Group of 19th Century Photographs of Famous Scientists Including Prof. Owen
Comprising of a large studio portrait of Owen in his academic robes, his right hand resting upon the mounted skull of a member of the crocodile family, the image in an arched gold surround, inscribed below in gold: "MAULL & POLYBLANK. Photo. 55 Gracechurch Street, from the Maull & Polyblank series Photographic portraits of living celebrities, no.1 issued May 1856.
along with an image of Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie (incorrectly penciled 'Sir David Brewster), and 2 others along with various bookplate engravings of Faraday & Richard Owen, a lot
Sir Richard Owen, was a renowned British biologist and paleontologist, was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1834. This honor was a testament to his exceptional contributions to the field of natural history.
Throughout his career, Owen made significant discoveries and advancements in the study of comparative anatomy, paleontology, and evolution. He is best known for coining the term "dinosaur," and for his work in reconstructing and classifying extinct species.
As a Fellow of the Royal Society, Owen joined the ranks of some of the most distinguished scientists in history. The Royal Society, founded in 1660, is a fellowship of scientists that aims to promote scientific research and discovery.
Owen's election to the Royal Society was a well-deserved recognition of his scientific achievements, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of scientists and researchers to this day.
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Comprising of a large studio portrait of Owen in his academic robes, his right hand resting upon the mounted skull of a member of the crocodile family, the image in an arched gold surround, inscribed below in gold: "MAULL & POLYBLANK. Photo. 55 Gracechurch Street, from the Maull & Polyblank series Photographic portraits of living celebrities, no.1 issued May 1856.
along with an image of Sir Benjamin Collins Brodie (incorrectly penciled 'Sir David Brewster), and 2 others along with various bookplate engravings of Faraday & Richard Owen, a lot
Sir Richard Owen, was a renowned British biologist and paleontologist, was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1834. This honor was a testament to his exceptional contributions to the field of natural history.
Throughout his career, Owen made significant discoveries and advancements in the study of comparative anatomy, paleontology, and evolution. He is best known for coining the term "dinosaur," and for his work in reconstructing and classifying extinct species.
As a Fellow of the Royal Society, Owen joined the ranks of some of the most distinguished scientists in history. The Royal Society, founded in 1660, is a fellowship of scientists that aims to promote scientific research and discovery.
Owen's election to the Royal Society was a well-deserved recognition of his scientific achievements, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of scientists and researchers to this day.
