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Sir Isaac Newton, English scientist and mathematician, c1700. Artist: Jacobus Houbraken
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Sir Isaac Newton, English scientist and mathematician, c1700. Artist: Jacobus Houbraken
Sir Isaac Newton, English scientist and mathematician, c1700. Newtons discoveries were prolific and exerted a huge influence on science and thought. His theories of gravity and his three laws of motion were outlined in his greatest work, Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica, (1687) and he is credited with discovering differential calculus. Knighted by Queen Anne in 1705, Newton is buried in Westminster Abbey, London
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This print showcases the esteemed Sir Isaac Newton, a prominent English scientist and mathematician of the 18th century. Created by Jacobus Houbraken, this portrait captures Newton's intellectual prowess and influential contributions to science and thought. Newton's groundbreaking discoveries left an indelible mark on various fields. His revolutionary theories of gravity and his three laws of motion, expounded in his seminal work "Philosophiae Naturalis Principia Mathematica" published in 1687, transformed our understanding of the physical world. Additionally, he is credited with the discovery of differential calculus, further solidifying his status as a pioneer in mathematics. Knighted by Queen Anne in 1705 for his exceptional achievements, Newton's legacy continues to be revered today. He rests eternally at Westminster Abbey in London—a testament to his enduring impact on humanity. In this portrait, Newton is depicted holding a globe while peering through a telescope—an emblematic representation of his scientific pursuits. The ornamental lighting casts an ethereal glow upon him as if illuminating the brilliance within him. With long curly hair framing his face and dressed in formal attire befitting his profession, Newton exudes an air of intellectuality. This remarkable print from Heritage Images serves as a timeless tribute to one of history's greatest minds—Sir Isaac Newton—and reminds us all that curiosity coupled with relentless inquiry can lead to extraordinary breakthroughs that shape our understanding of the world around us.
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