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Charles Darwin statue unveiled, 1885
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Charles Darwin statue unveiled, 1885
Unveiling the statue of the late Charles Darwin in the Natural History Museum, South Kensington, London. The white marble statue was sculpted by Mr. Boehm, R.A, and is placed on a pedestal on the top of the flight of steps facing the entrance hall. The Prince of Wales and Professor Huxley, president of the Royal Society, gave speeches at the unveiling, which was also attended by a large gathering of literary and scientific men.The Graphic magazine reports that " the likeness[of Darwin] is pronounced to be exceedingly chararcteristic"
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In 1885, a momentous occasion took place at the Natural History Museum in South Kensington, London - the unveiling of a stunning white marble statue of the late Charles Darwin. Sculpted by Mr. Boehm, R.A., this masterpiece was placed on a pedestal at the top of a grand flight of steps facing the entrance hall.
The ceremony was attended by esteemed guests such as the Prince of Wales and Professor Huxley, president of the Royal Society, who both delivered moving speeches in honor of Darwin's groundbreaking contributions to science. A large gathering of literary and scientific figures also gathered to pay their respects to one of history's most influential thinkers.
The likeness captured in this statue was deemed "exceedingly characteristic" by The Graphic magazine, further solidifying its importance as a tribute to Darwin's legacy. This photograph captures not just an unveiling ceremony but also a moment in time where art and science intersected to celebrate one man's profound impact on our understanding of the natural world.
As we gaze upon this image today, we are reminded not only of Darwin's enduring influence but also of the power that statues hold in preserving and commemorating historical figures for generations to come.
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