Dr. Wolff, 1844. Creator: Unknown

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Dr. Wolff, 1844. Creator: Unknown

Dr. Wolff, 1844. Portrait of German missionary Joseph Wolff who was held captive by Emir Nasrullah Khan in Bukhara, (in modern day Uzbekistan):his playfulness as well as his
spirits, may be characterised even as occasionally boyish; but his general manner breathes a consciousness of that powerful energy of mind, which has enabled him to preach fluently in ten different languages, and converse in fourteen; and to surmount, single-handed, difficulties and dangers in his travels, which might well have overcome an expedition. His voice is deep, most emphatic, and sonorous in its tone; and his enthusiasm bursts out in most brilliant flashes of dramatic and poetic fancy and feeling: " he is", adds our correspondent, " a lineal descendant, I understand, of Moses himself".From " Illustrated London News", 1844, Vol V

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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Dr. Wolff, a remarkable individual whose life story is as intriguing as his image suggests. Taken in 1844 by an unknown creator, the portrait captures the essence of German missionary Joseph Wolff during his captivity under Emir Nasrullah Khan in Bukhara, which is now modern-day Uzbekistan. In this portrait, Dr. Wolff's playfulness shines through, revealing a spirit that can be described as occasionally boyish. However, beneath this lightheartedness lies a profound awareness of his powerful intellect and unwavering determination. Fluent in ten languages and capable of conversing in fourteen more, he possesses an extraordinary mental energy that has allowed him to overcome countless difficulties and dangers throughout his travels. The deep resonance of Dr. Wolff's voice adds weight to his emphatic words while conveying the passion that fuels him. His enthusiasm bursts forth like brilliant flashes of dramatic and poetic fancy, leaving those who listen captivated by its intensity. According to reports from "Illustrated London News" in 1844, our correspondent notes that Dr. Wolff claims lineage directly from Moses himself—an assertion that further adds to the intrigue surrounding this enigmatic figure. This engraving not only offers us a glimpse into the life of Joseph Wolff but also serves as a testament to the indomitable human spirit and its ability to transcend boundaries—both physical and linguistic—in pursuit of faith and knowledge.

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