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THOMAS HENRY HUXLEY A satire on the English scientists role as Inspector of Fisheries
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1825 1881 Fisheries Huxley Inspector Role Sambourne Satire Sou Wester 1895
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This intriguing photograph print, titled "Thomas Henry Huxley: A Satire on the English Scientist's Role as Inspector of Fisheries," dates back to 1881 and was created by the renowned English illustrator, John Tenniel, in collaboration with the renowned satirical magazine "Punch." The image features Thomas Henry Huxley, a prominent English scientist, naturalist, and philosopher, depicted in a humorous light as he goes about his duties as the Inspector of Fisheries. Huxley, born in 1825, was a leading figure in the scientific community during the late 19th century. He was a strong advocate for the scientific method and the importance of evidence-based knowledge. However, this satirical illustration pokes fun at his new role as an inspector of fisheries, which he took on in 1880, after retiring from his position as Professor of Zoology at the Royal School of Mines. In this image, Huxley is shown wearing a sou'wester and riding a bicycle, complete with a fishing rod in hand, as he inspects a group of fishermen. The caption beneath the image reads, "Inspecting the Fisheries," with a witty commentary that reads, "Mr. Huxley, who has recently taken the post of Inspector of Fisheries, is making a tour of the coast to see that the laws are duly enforced." The satirical tone of the image is evident in the exaggerated features of Huxley's appearance, as well as the comically disheveled state of the fishermen he is inspecting. The image is a testament to the playful and irreverent spirit of the time, and serves as a reminder of the complex and multifaceted roles that even the most esteemed scientists could find themselves in during the late Victorian era.
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