Portrait of Sir William Herschel 1738-1822 c.1795

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"Portrait of Sir William Herschel 1738-1822 c.1795" is an oil painting by the English artist John Russell, who was renowned for his pastel work and served as the Royal Academician. The portrait depicts the German-born British astronomer, composer, and technical innovator Sir William Herschel, who is most famous for his discovery of the planet Uranus in 1781, which expanded the known boundaries of the solar system for the first time in modern history.

Created circa 1795, the portrait captures Herschel during a period when he was widely celebrated for his contributions to astronomy. Herschel's intense gaze and the thoughtful expression in the painting reflect his intellectual vigor and the seriousness with which he approached his scientific endeavors. The portrait is a testament to Herschel's status as a respected figure in the scientific community of the time.

John Russell, the artist, was a contemporary of Herschel and shared the Enlightenment era's spirit of inquiry and fascination with the natural world. Russell's skill in capturing the likeness and character of his subjects is evident in this work, which combines a detailed representation of Herschel's features with a sensitive rendering of his personality.

The painting is an important historical document, as it provides a visual record of one of the leading scientific minds of the 18th century. It also exemplifies the style of portraiture prevalent in England at the time, characterized by an emphasis on realism and psychological depth. The "Portrait of Sir William Herschel 1738-1822 c.1795" remains a significant piece in the oeuvre of John Russell and a valuable artifact of the intersection between art and science during a pivotal period of discovery and exploration.

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