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Canvas Print : Martin Alister Campbell Hinton (1883-1961)
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Martin Alister Campbell Hinton (1883-1961)
Portrait of Martin Alister Campbell Hinton, a zoologist and keeper of zoology at the British Museum (Natural History). From Piltdown, A Scientific Forgery
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20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating Martin Alister Campbell Hinton Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you in collaboration with Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite portrait captures the essence of Martin Alister Campbell Hinton (1883-1961), a renowned zoologist and keeper of zoology at the British Museum (Natural History). Known for his significant contributions to the scientific community, particularly in the investigation of the Piltdown Man, this portrait is a testament to his legacy. Each canvas print is meticulously crafted using premium materials and vibrant, long-lasting inks to bring out the intricate details and rich colors of the original image. Add this stunning piece to your collection and let the story of Martin Alister Campbell Hinton inspire you every day.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Martin Alister Campbell Hinton (1883-1961), a prominent zoologist and keeper of zoology at the British Museum (Natural History), is depicted in this monochrome portrait. Hinton's career spanned the early to mid-20th century, a time marked by significant discoveries and advancements in the field of anthropology and paleontology. During Hinton's tenure at the British Museum, one of the most notorious incidents in scientific history unfolded - the Piltdown Man hoax. In 1912, a fossilized skull and jawbone were discovered in Piltdown, England, which were believed to be the remains of an early human, linking Europe to the evolutionary lineage of modern humans. Hinton, along with other leading scientists of the time, eagerly embraced the discovery, which was hailed as a major breakthrough in understanding human evolution. However, the Piltdown Man was later revealed to be a forgery, a hoax perpetrated by an unknown individual. The true nature of the Piltdown Man was not exposed until the late 1950s, long after Hinton's retirement from the museum. Despite his involvement in the Piltdown Man controversy, Hinton's contributions to the scientific community were significant. He authored numerous papers on various aspects of zoology and was a respected figure in the scientific community. This photograph, taken during Hinton's time at the British Museum, captures the intensity and dedication of a scientist who played a pivotal role in shaping the scientific narrative of his time, for better or for worse. The Piltdown Man hoax serves as a reminder of the importance of rigorous scientific inquiry and the potential consequences of jumping to conclusions based on incomplete or fraudulent evidence.
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