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Lord Kelvin, caricature C015 / 6712
Lord Kelvin (1824-1907). Caricature of the British physicist and mathematician William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin. Kelvin was co-discoverer in 1852 of the Joule-Thomson effect. In 1848, he proposed the existence of absolute zero and the use of an absolute temperature scale, which was named the Kelvin scale. In 1866 he was knighted for his work on galvanometers and signal-carrying cables used on the newly-laid Atlantic cable. He was made Baron Kelvin in 1892. He was President of the Royal Society and also appointed to the Order of Merit
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This black and white caricature print captures the likeness of Lord Kelvin, also known as William Thomson, 1st Baron Kelvin. A prominent British physicist and mathematician, Lord Kelvin made significant contributions to the field of science during the 19th century. In this comical illustration from 1897, Lord Kelvin is portrayed with a touch of humor and wit. With a white background highlighting his figure, he exudes an air of intelligence and authority. The artist skillfully portrays him in a lighthearted manner while still capturing his essence as a distinguished scientist. Lord Kelvin's achievements are highlighted in this artwork. He co-discovered the Joule-Thomson effect in 1852 and proposed the concept of absolute zero along with the use of an absolute temperature scale that bears his name - the Kelvin scale. Additionally, he was knighted for his work on galvanometers and signal-carrying cables used on the newly-laid Atlantic cable. As President of the Royal Society and appointed to the Order of Merit, Lord Kelvin left an indelible mark on history through his scientific breakthroughs and contributions to various fields such as physics and mathematics. This portrait serves as a reminder not only of Lord Kelvin's remarkable accomplishments but also showcases Leslie Ward's artistic talent in creating humorous yet insightful caricatures that have stood the test of time.
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