Poster Print : View of letters addressed to Darwin on his desk
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View of letters addressed to Darwin on his desk
Letters to Darwin. View of letters addressed to Charles Darwin (1809-1882) on his desk in his study at Down House, Kent, England. It was at this desk that he wrote his revolutionary work On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection (1859). Darwin lived at Down House for the last 40 years of his life, and did all his major thinking and writing there. Down House is now open to the public
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Media ID 6413633
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Charles Darwin Desk Down House Evolutionary Biology Letter Letters Note Writing
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Bring the intriguing world of Charles Darwin into your home or office with our stunning range of Media Storehouse Poster Prints. This captivating image, "View of letters addressed to Darwin on his desk," transports you back in time to the study of the legendary scientist at Down House in Kent, England. Each high-quality print, sourced from the Science Photo Library, is a beautiful addition to any room, igniting curiosity and inspiring creativity. Experience the rich history of science through this exquisite piece of wall art.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print offers a glimpse into the world of one of history's greatest scientific minds, Charles Darwin. The image showcases an intimate view of letters addressed to Darwin neatly arranged on his desk in his study at Down House, Kent, England. It is within this very space that he penned his groundbreaking masterpiece, "On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection" in 1859. The photograph transports us back to a time when evolutionary biology was still in its infancy and sheds light on the meticulous nature of Darwin's work. Each letter represents a connection to fellow scientists, thinkers, and enthusiasts who sought answers or engaged in intellectual discourse with the renowned naturalist. Down House served as both home and sanctuary for Darwin during the last four decades of his life. This humble abode witnessed countless hours spent contemplating life's mysteries and formulating revolutionary theories that would shape our understanding of existence itself. Now open to the public, Down House stands as a testament to Darwin's enduring legacy. Visitors can walk through these hallowed halls where ideas were born and explore the very room where this iconic figure crafted some of science's most influential writings. Through this remarkable photo print, we are granted an extraordinary glimpse into Charles Darwin's personal realm – a place where curiosity thrived and knowledge blossomed.
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