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1838 William Smith father of UK Geology
William Smith (23 March 1769 - 28 August 1839) aged 69 from a painting by M.Foureau, engraved and first published in the " Memoirs" of W. Smith" 1844 with later tinting. Smith was a self taught English geologist who, though not appreciated until late in life, is now seen as the father of English Geology. In 1815 he published the first large scale coloured map of the geology of the UK. It showed the various rock types and is quite accurate even by todays standards. He also drew pioneering geological cross sections of Britain showing the strata. His maps were plagiarised and, because of his relatively humble origins, he was not at first admitted into the learned societies. He suffered financial hardship, spending time in debtors prison and working as an itinerant surveyor. Sir John Johnstone employed him and, realising his accomplishments, finally lead Smith to acceptance and honours
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Colour Fossil Geological Geologist Strata Stratigraphy Stratum William Smith Geological Survey Section
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the exquisite Fine Art Print of William Smith, the Father of British Geology, by renowned photographer Paul D. Stewart from Science Photo Library. This captivating portrait, taken from an engraving first published in the "Memoirs" of W. Smith in 1844, showcases the distinguished figure of William Smith at the age of 69. With intricate detail and stunning clarity, this print is a must-have for any art or science enthusiast's collection. Experience the rich history of geology through the eyes of one of its most influential pioneers.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" 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 print showcases the esteemed William Smith, widely regarded as the father of UK Geology. Born in 1769 and passing away at the age of 69, Smith's contributions to geology were not fully recognized until later in his life. The image is a reproduction of a painting by M. Foureau, originally engraved and published in "Memoirs" by W. Smith in 1844, with later tinting added. Smith was a self-taught English geologist who revolutionized the field with his groundbreaking work. In 1815, he unveiled the first large-scale colored map depicting the geological makeup of the United Kingdom. Even by today's standards, this map remains remarkably accurate and detailed, showcasing various rock types across the country. Despite his remarkable achievements, Smith faced numerous challenges throughout his career. His maps were shamelessly plagiarized, and due to his humble origins, he initially struggled to gain acceptance into learned societies. Financial hardships plagued him as well; he even endured time in debtors prison while working as an itinerant surveyor. However, fate smiled upon Smith when Sir John Johnstone recognized his exceptional accomplishments and employed him. This pivotal moment led to widespread recognition for Smith's invaluable contributions to geology and eventually earned him honors within scientific circles. Paul D. Stewart's expertly captured photograph immortalizes this influential figure from British history—a man whose dedication reshaped our understanding of Earth's geological composition forever.
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