Humboldt / Steuben / Spamer
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Humboldt / Steuben / Spamer
ALEXANDER VON HUMBOLDT German scientist and traveller portrait dated 18 April 1824
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1769 1824 1859 Alexander Curly Dated Humboldt Plump Scientist Spamer Steuben Traveller
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This portrait, dated 18 April 1824, showcases the young and vibrant face of the renowned German scientist and explorer, Alexander von Humboldt. The image, taken by the skilled artist, Karl Spamer, captures Humboldt's curly hair and expressive features, conveying a sense of intelligence, curiosity, and adventure. Humboldt, born on September 14, 1769, in Berlin, Germany, was a pioneering figure in various scientific fields, including geography, botany, and geology. He is best known for his extensive travels through South America, which he undertook between 1799 and 1804, accompanied by the botanist Aimé Bonpland. The portrait, produced by Spamer in 1824, depicts Humboldt in a historical context. He is dressed in the fashion of the time, wearing a high collar and a plump, elegant waistcoat. The date, 1824, marks a significant period in Humboldt's life, as it was the year he published his magnum opus, "Cosmos," a groundbreaking work that interconnected various scientific disciplines and presented a holistic view of nature. This portrait of Alexander von Humboldt, taken by Karl Spamer on 18 April 1824, is a testament to the scientist's youthful energy and intellectual brilliance. It offers a glimpse into the life of a man who, through his travels and discoveries, forever changed the way we understand the natural world. This image, with its rich historical significance, continues to inspire and fascinate scholars and enthusiasts alike.
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