Lord Adrian, as sketched by Stephen Ward, 1961

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Lord Adrian, as sketched by Stephen Ward, 1961

Edgar Adrian, 1st Baron Adrian, (1889-1977), Master of Trinity College, and Vice Chancellor of Cambridge University(1957-59), as drawn from life by Stephen Ward, at a sitting specially granted to the Illustrated London News in 1961. Ward sketched several high profile figures for the Illustrated London News in 1961, but two years later he would become notorious through his involvement in the Profumo Affair. Date: 1961

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Media ID 14148786

© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans

1961 Adrian Affair Baron Cambridge Chancellor College Edgar Master Profumo Scandal Sixities Stephen Trinity University Vice Ward

EDITORS COMMENTS
In this black-and-white sketch, Lord Adrian, the 1st Baron Adrian, is depicted in deep concentration as he was drawn from life by the renowned artist Stephen Ward during a private sitting granted specifically for the Illustrated London News in 1961. At the time, Lord Adrian held esteemed positions as both Master of Trinity College and Vice-Chancellor of the prestigious University of Cambridge. The portrait captures the intellectual intensity and refined elegance of Lord Adrian, who was known for his significant contributions to the scientific community. A pioneering physiologist, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1932 for his discoveries regarding the ionic mechanism of nerve action potentials. This sketch is a fascinating glimpse into the past, offering a rare and intimate look at Lord Adrian during a period of great professional achievement. Ward's skillful rendition masterfully conveys the subject's character and intellect, making it a valuable historical document. However, it is important to note that two years after this sitting, Stephen Ward would become notorious for his involvement in the Profumo Affair, a major political scandal that would shake the British establishment. Despite this later infamy, this portrait remains a testament to Ward's artistic talent and the historical significance of the subjects he captured on paper. This image is an exclusive offering from Mary Evans Prints Online, providing a unique opportunity to own a piece of 1960s history.

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