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1698 William Dampier Pirate Naturalist
1698 William Dampier, naturalist, explorer and buccaneer (August 1651 - March 1715). A posthumous 1787 Copperplate engraving by Charles Sherwin after the 1698 painting by T. Murray. On the engraving, Dampier holds his book " Dampiers Voyages" (A New Voyage Round the World" 1697). Dampier was famously described as " a pirate of exquisite mind" and became a fashionable friend of the Royal Society after his accounts of his explorations were published. As a sailor and Buccaneer he was the first man to go three times around the world - under the pirate Captains; Sharp, Swan, Davis and Cooke. He took careful notes of the natural history he saw, becoming the first man to describe many features of Australia, New Guinea and Galapagos. Darwin much later referred to him as " dear old Dampier" being so familiar with his naturalistic accounts
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This print showcases the renowned 17th-century figure, William Dampier. In this posthumous 1787 Copperplate engraving by Charles Sherwin, we witness Dampier's intriguing persona as a naturalist, explorer, and buccaneer. The original painting by T. Murray serves as the inspiration for this exquisite artwork. Dampier's intellectual prowess is evident in his firm grip on his book "Dampiers Voyages" (A New Voyage Round the World" 1697), symbolizing his profound knowledge and meticulous observations of the natural world. His remarkable exploits led to him being hailed as a "pirate of exquisite mind" gaining recognition from esteemed institutions like the Royal Society. As an intrepid sailor and Buccaneer, Dampier achieved an unprecedented feat by circumnavigating the globe three times under pirate captains such as Sharp, Swan, Davis, and Cooke. Along these daring voyages, he diligently recorded detailed accounts of natural history that had never been described before – making groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of Australia, New Guinea, and Galapagos. His invaluable work left a lasting impact on future generations; even Charles Darwin affectionately referred to him as "dear old Dampier". This extraordinary illustration not only captures Dampier's adventurous spirit but also pays homage to his significant role in shaping our knowledge of the natural world. Paul D. Stewart masterfully brings together elements of artistry and scientific exploration in this thought-provoking print from Science Photo Library. It invites us to delve into history while appreciating both the beauty and intellect behind one man's remarkable journey through uncharted territories.
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