Sir Richard Owen, museum statue C016 / 5009

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Sir Richard Owen, museum statue C016 / 5009

Sir Richard Owen, museum statue. British anatomist and palaeontologist Richard Owen (1804-1892) was the founder and first director of the Natural History Museum, London, UK. Owen became an expert in comparative anatomy and did extensive research on fossils and dinosaurs. He was initially bitterly opposed to Darwins theory of evolution through natural selection, but subsequently changed his views as Darwins ideas became widely accepted. Owen was knighted in 1884. This 1896 bronze statue, on a plinth of Numidian marble, is by Thomas Brock (1847-1922). Photographed on the stairs of the museums Central Hall

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1896 Anatomist Bronze Central Hall Comparative Anatomy Evolution Evolutionary Theory Founder Knighted London Memorial Monument Natural History Natural History Museum Palaeontologist Paleontologist Richard Owen Robes Scientist Statue First Director Palaeontology Robed Thomas Brock

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This print showcases the magnificent statue of Sir Richard Owen, a prominent British anatomist and palaeontologist. Known as the founder and first director of the esteemed Natural History Museum in London, Sir Richard Owen's contributions to science are immeasurable. Standing proudly on a plinth of Numidian marble, this bronze masterpiece was crafted by Thomas Brock in 1896. The statue captures the essence of Sir Richard Owen's dedication to comparative anatomy and extensive research on fossils and dinosaurs. His initial opposition to Charles Darwin's theory of evolution through natural selection is well-documented, but he eventually embraced it as Darwin's ideas gained widespread acceptance. Knighted in 1884 for his remarkable achievements, Sir Richard Owen remains an iconic figure in scientific history. This photograph beautifully portrays him wearing his distinguished robes while positioned on the grand staircase within the museum's Central Hall. As we gaze upon this monochrome image, we are reminded not only of Sir Richard Owen's significant contributions to our understanding of human anatomy and evolutionary theory but also his pivotal role in establishing one of the world's most renowned institutions dedicated to natural history.

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