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Henrietta Darwin K990862
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Daguerreotype photograph of Henrietta Darwin. Although labelled as 1861 the photograph was taken in 1851 when Henrietta was in mourning for her sister Annie, which is why she is wearing black
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Media ID 701399
© Historic England
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the timeless beauty of history with our exquisite selection from the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints range. This captivating piece features Henrietta Darwin, daughter of renowned naturalist Charles Darwin, as depicted in a rare 1851 daguerreotype photograph from the Historic England Photo Library. Taken during Henrietta's mourning period for her sister Annie, this poignant image offers a unique glimpse into the past. Adorn your walls with this stunning, high-quality print and bring the rich history of Down House, Kent, into your home.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 49.1cm (16" x 19.3")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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.
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> 1850s - 1860s
EDITORS COMMENTS
This poignant daguerreotype photograph captures Henrietta Darwin, the eldest daughter of Charles and Emma Darwin, in her childhood years at Down House in Kent during the Victorian era. The image, taken in 1851, is labeled as 1861 in Historic England's Photo Library, but this discrepancy can be explained by the fact that Henrietta is depicted in mourning attire, wearing black in memory of her younger sister Annie, who tragically passed away in 1851 at the age of 17. The photograph provides a rare glimpse into the private life of the Darwin family, offering a poignant reminder of the emotional depth and complexity that lies beneath the scientific achievements and intellectual pursuits of this renowned family. Down House, the family home in Kent, was a place of great significance for the Darwins, serving as the backdrop for many of their most formative experiences. In this photograph, Henrietta's expression conveys a sense of melancholy and introspection, reflecting the profound impact of her sister's loss on her young life. The intricately detailed image, with its rich tonal range and delicate textures, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the world was just beginning to grapple with the groundbreaking ideas that would come to define the Darwin legacy. This photograph, preserved in the Historic England Photo Library, is a testament to the enduring power of visual storytelling and the ability of a single image to evoke emotions and transport us to another time and place.
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