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Maull Collection

Maull, a renowned photography studio in the 19th and early 20th centuries, captured the essence of numerous notable individuals through their lens

Background imageMaull Collection: Bartle Frere / Maull Cdv

Bartle Frere / Maull Cdv
SIR HENRY BARTLE FRERE British colonial administrator in India and Africa

Background imageMaull Collection: Portrait of Sir John Wolfe Barry

Portrait of Sir John Wolfe Barry. Date: circa 1890

Background imageMaull Collection: Charles Darwin, portrait, c 1854, from a photograph by Maull & Fox (b / w photo)

Charles Darwin, portrait, c 1854, from a photograph by Maull & Fox (b / w photo)
5997887 Charles Darwin, portrait, c 1854, from a photograph by Maull & Fox (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Charles Darwin, portrait, c 1854)

Background imageMaull Collection: Colonel Baden-Powell, 1902. Artists: Maull & Fox, Henry Maull, John Fox

Colonel Baden-Powell, 1902. Artists: Maull & Fox, Henry Maull, John Fox
Colonel Baden-Powell, 1902. Lieutenant General Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, (1857-1941). From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. III

Background imageMaull Collection: Source Size = 2092 x 2492

Source Size = 2092 x 2492
Dr. Beddome, Mayor of Romsey, Hants. from a Photograph by Maull and Polyblank

Background imageMaull Collection: Professor Samuel Morse

Professor Samuel Morse; Maull & Polyblank, British, active 1850s - 1860s; 1855 - 1860; Albumen silver print; Image: 31.6 x 26.5 cm (12 7/16 x 10 7/16 in.)

Background imageMaull Collection: ROBERT BROWN (1773-1858). Scottish botanist. Photographed by Maull and Polyblank, 1855

ROBERT BROWN (1773-1858). Scottish botanist. Photographed by Maull and Polyblank, 1855

Background imageMaull Collection: Edinburgh / Alfred / Maull

Edinburgh / Alfred / Maull
ALFRED DUKE OF EDINBURGH Second son of Victoria, in civilian clothes, writing at a desk

Background imageMaull Collection: Edinburgh / Alfred / Maull&f

Edinburgh / Alfred / Maull&f
ALFRED DUKE OF EDINBURGH Second son of Victoria, in civilian dress

Background imageMaull Collection: Wc Brooks / Maull Sepia

Wc Brooks / Maull Sepia
W C BROOKS Actor

Background imageMaull Collection: Cambridge / Adolphus Maull

Cambridge / Adolphus Maull
ADOLPHUS FREDERICK 1st DUKE of CAMBRIDGE Military, son of George III, grandfather of Mary of Teck (who married George V)

Background imageMaull Collection: Macaulay / Maull Cdv

Macaulay / Maull Cdv
THOMAS BABINGTON LORD MACAULAY Historian and critic

Background imageMaull Collection: Teesdale / Colonel / Maull

Teesdale / Colonel / Maull
SIR CHRISTOPHER CHARLES TEESDALE Soldier, Royal Artillery

Background imageMaull Collection: Cruikshank / Maull / Cdv

Cruikshank / Maull / Cdv
GEORGE CRUIKSHANK artist and temperance advocate


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Maull, a renowned photography studio in the 19th and early 20th centuries, captured the essence of numerous notable individuals through their lens. From Bartle Frere to Sir John Wolfe Barry, Maull's portraits showcased the distinguished personalities of their subjects. One such captivating portrait is that of Charles Darwin, taken around 1854 by Maull & Fox. In this black and white photograph, Darwin's piercing gaze reveals his intellectual curiosity and scientific genius. Another striking image preserved by Maull & Fox is Colonel Baden-Powell from 1902. The artists skillfully portrayed his military prowess and leadership qualities through their lens. The talents & Polyblank are evident in their photograph of Robert Brown, a Scottish botanist. Taken in 1855, this snapshot captures Brown's dedication to botanical exploration and discovery. Michael Faraday, a British physicist whose contributions revolutionized our understanding of electricity and magnetism, was also immortalized by Maull's camera. His portrait exudes an air of brilliance and innovation. In addition to these esteemed figures, Alfred Maull left his mark on Edinburgh with his exceptional photography skills. Whether it was capturing the cityscape or individual portraits like that of Professor Samuel Morse or Adolphus Maull at Cambridge University - Alfred brought out the unique charm inherent in each subject. Lastly, W. C Brooks' sepia-toned photograph taken by Maull showcases both artistic flair and technical expertise. The rich tones add depth to Brooks' features while highlighting his character as an individual. Through their lenses, whether it be capturing iconic landmarks or portraying influential figures from various fields – Bartle Frere /Maull CDV photographs have become timeless pieces that allow us to glimpse into history itself.