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Invitation K970521
DOWN HOUSE, Kent. Invitation to Westminster Abbey on April 26th 1882. Charles Darwin died on 19th April 1882. He was buried next to the renowned scientist Sir John Herschel and a few feet away from Sir Isaac Newton
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10"x8" Photo Print
Discover the captivating history of Down House in Kent with our exquisite photographic print, "Invitation K970521" from Historic England Photo Library. This evocative image invites you back in time to April 26th, 1882, as a poignant invitation to Westminster Abbey lies before you. The significance of this day is twofold: not only was it the date of a grand event, but it also marks the burial of the renowned scientist, Charles Darwin, next to the esteemed Sir John Herschel. Bring the rich history of Down House into your home with this beautiful, high-quality photographic print. A perfect addition to any wall, it's a conversation starter and a reminder of the intriguing stories that history holds.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.8cm (10" x 7.4")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph, Historic England K970521, captures the poignant moment of an invitation to Westminster Abbey for the funeral of Charles Darwin on April 26, 1882. The renowned naturalist and scientist, who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of science, had passed away on April 19, 1882, at the age of 73. The invitation bears the date of the funeral and the location of the hallowed Westminster Abbey, where Darwin was to be laid to rest. The significance of the event is underscored by the fact that Darwin was buried next to two of the greatest scientific minds of all time: Sir John Herschel and Sir Isaac Newton. Herschel, a prominent mathematician and astronomer, was a close friend and mentor to Darwin. Newton, the father of modern physics and mathematics, had laid the groundwork for many of the scientific principles that Darwin built upon in his groundbreaking work on evolution. The image of the invitation offers a glimpse into the solemn and reverent occasion, as well as the profound impact that Darwin's work had on the scientific community and beyond. The invitation serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring legacy of Charles Darwin and his contributions to the fields of science and our understanding of the natural world.
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