Fine Art Print : S Wilberforce / Vfair 1869
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S Wilberforce / Vfair 1869
SAMUEL WILBERFORCE bishop of Oxford and of Winchester, noted opponent of Darwins theory of natural selection
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1805 1869 1873 Bishop Noted Opponent Oxford Samuel Selection Theory Vfair Wilberforce Winchester
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the rich history and intrigue of the past with our exquisite fine art print of S Wilberforce by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This captivating image depicts Samuel Wilberforce, the renowned Bishop of Oxford and Winchester, who famously opposed Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection during the Victorian Fair Debate of 1860. Bring this piece of historical significance into your home or office and elevate your decor with its stunning detail and timeless beauty. Order your fine art print today and relive a pivotal moment in scientific history.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 31.1cm x 53.3cm (12.2" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 photograph captures the distinguished figure of Samuel Wilberforce, Bishop of Oxford and Winchester, who made history as a notable opponent of Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection. Born on January 26, 1805, in Exeter, England, Wilberforce was an influential clergyman and theologian of his time. He rose to prominence in the Church of England and held various prestigious positions, including the Dean of Ross and the Bishop of Oxford. In the late 1850s and 1860s, the debate surrounding Darwin's groundbreaking work, "On the Origin of Species," reached a fever pitch. Wilberforce, who was deeply committed to the teachings of the Bible, saw the theory of natural selection as a threat to religious beliefs. In 1860, he engaged in a famous public debate with Thomas Huxley, a strong supporter of Darwin's ideas, at the Oxford Museum of Natural History. This encounter, known as the "Battle of the Bishops," became a significant moment in the history of the scientific and religious discourse. Despite the controversy, Wilberforce continued to uphold his beliefs and wrote a series of articles in the "Quarterly Review" criticizing Darwin's theory. His opposition to natural selection did not waver, even when Darwin published "The Descent of Man" in 1871, which dealt with the application of natural selection to human evolution. Wilberforce passed away in 1873, leaving behind a legacy as a formidable opponent of Darwin's theory during a pivotal period in the history of science and religion. This photograph, taken in 1869, captures Bishop Wilberforce in his later years, with a stern expression and an air of authority. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the complex interplay between science, religion, and society during the Victorian era.
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