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Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. Artist: G Cooke
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Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. Artist: G Cooke
Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire, 1806. English philosopher, scientist and statesman Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626) served as Attorney General before being appointed Lord Chancellor in 1618. His political career ended in disgrace in 1621 when he pleaded guilty to charges of corruption. In science he advocated observation and experiment as a method of enquiry rather than Aristotelian deductive logic
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The print captures the imposing Monument of Sir Francis Bacon, located in St Michaels Church, St Albans, Hertfordshire. Created by artist G Cooke in 1806, this image showcases the intricate architecture and detailed sculpture of the monument. Sir Francis Bacon was a prominent figure in English history, known for his contributions as a philosopher, scientist, and statesman. Serving as Attorney General and later appointed Lord Chancellor in 1618, Bacon's political career came to an unfortunate end when he pleaded guilty to charges of corruption in 1621. Despite his downfall in politics, Bacon's influence on science cannot be understated. He advocated for observation and experimentation as essential methods of inquiry rather than relying solely on deductive logic. This approach revolutionized scientific thinking during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. In this portrait-like image captured by George Shepherd under G Cooke's direction, we see Sir Francis Bacon seated contemplatively with a beard and wearing traditional Elizabethan attire including a ruff collar and hat. The photograph highlights not only his profession but also his deep connection to religion with the mausoleum-like tomb serving as a backdrop. This print serves as both a tribute to one of England's most influential thinkers and an artistic representation of historical significance.
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