British Biologist Collection

1873 Richard Owen Old bones Vanity Fair
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). Caracature from Vanity Fairs Men of the Day series March 1st 1873. Owen was a comparative anatomist

1883 Richard Owens study ex BMNH
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). 1883 portrait in his home study for The Graphic magazine. The year he retired from the BMNH

1850 Richard Owen zoologist lecturing
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892) Caricature from Punch 1850, captioned " A scientific institution during a lecture of an eminent savan " (sic)

1885 Richard Owen, T. H. Huxley, waterbaby
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). Thomas Henry Huxley (4 May 1825 - 29 June 1895). Linley Sambournes illustration for the new 1885 Macmillan edition of Kingsleys 1862/3 The

1850 Richard Owen portrait paleontologist
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). 1850 portrait by Thomas Herbert Maguire lithographed by M&H Hanhart. Part of the Portraits of the Honarary members of the Ipswich Museum collection

1880s Sir Richard Owen and Grandaughter
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). Portrait frontispiece published in Volume II " The Life of Professor Owen" by his grandson in 1894

1870s Professor Sir Richard Owen
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892) 1870s CDV by Maull & Polyblank of London. Owen was a comparative anatomist and palaeontologist who became one of the most famous

1880 Sir Richard Owen engraved portrait
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892) 1880s engraving by C.H. Jeens. Owen was a comparative anatomist and palaeontologist who became one of the most famous

1841 Richard Owen coined dinosaur
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892) 1894 engraving from an 1840s painting by Pickersgill, later hand colouring. Owen was a comparative anatomist and palaeontologist

1889 Sir Richard Owen portrait in old age
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). 1889 Portrait mezzotint by H.J. Thaddeus with contemporary face but pose taken from an earlier 1852 photograph with dinosaur

1846 Richard Owen and Moa leg fossil
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892) photo-engraved by Walker and Boutall around 1894 from an 1846 Daguerrotype

1871 Richard Owen on megatherium fossil
Richard Owen (20 July 1804- 18 December 1892) 1871 engraving by Frederick Waddy republished 1873 in " Cartoon Portraits and Biographical sketches of Men of the Day"

1878 Sir Richard Owen photograph portrait
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). Woodburytype photograph by Lock & Whitfield published in Men or Mark 1878

1873 Richard Owen Vanity Fair CU portrait
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). Caracature from Vanity Fairs Men of the Day series. Owen was a comparative anatomist and palaeontologist who became one of the most famous

1889 Sir Richard Owen portrait old age cu
Richard Owen (20, July 1804- 18 December 1892). Portrait mezzotint by H.J. Thaddeus. Owen was a comparative anatomist and palaeontologist who became one of the most famous

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"Exploring the Depths of Nature: The Legacy of British Biologist, Richard Owen" Step into the fascinating world Richard Owen, whose groundbreaking work in the 19th century revolutionized our understanding of the natural world. In 1873, Owen's brilliance was immortalized in a captivating portrait featured in Vanity Fair, showcasing his unwavering dedication to science. In 1883, Owen embarked on an extensive study at the renowned British Museum of Natural History (BMNH), delving deep into its vast collection and unraveling mysteries hidden within ancient bones. His meticulous research paved the way for numerous scientific breakthroughs that continue to inspire generations. A true visionary, Richard Owen captivated audiences as a zoologist lecturer in 1850. With passion and expertise, he shared his profound knowledge with eager minds hungry for enlightenment. The year 1885 witnessed a remarkable encounter between two intellectual giants - Sir Richard Owen and T. H. Huxley - as they engaged in spirited discussions about "water babies, " igniting imaginations and sparking new avenues of exploration. A striking portrait from 1850 portrays Richard Owen as a distinguished paleontologist – a man who dedicated his life to unearthing prehistoric marvels buried beneath layers of time. Family bonds were cherished by Sir Richard Owen; captured beautifully in an endearing photograph from the early 1880s where he is seen alongside his beloved granddaughter. This tender moment showcases not only his scientific prowess but also his warmth and affection towards loved ones. Throughout the decades, Professor Sir Richard Owen remained at the forefront of scientific discovery. A prominent figure during the 1870s, he fearlessly pushed boundaries and expanded our understanding of nature's wonders. An engraved portrait from 1880 serves as a testament to Sir Richard Owen's enduring legacy – an indelible mark left on both academia and society through tireless pursuit of knowledge.