Thomas Henry Huxley (1825-1895), Biologist and science educationist
Sitter in 45 portraits
Key figure in Victorian scientific life; made important discoveries in several branches of biology; vigorous champion of Darwin, but tended to antagonise moderate opinion; worked tirelessly to improve scientific education; served on many Royal Commissions on education and public health.
by Walery, published by Sampson Low & Co
carbon print on card mount, published May 1889
NPG Ax9138
by W. & D. Downey, published by Cassell & Company, Ltd
carbon print, published 1890
NPG Ax14744
by W. & D. Downey, published by Cassell & Company, Ltd
carbon print, published 1890
NPG x11998
Huxley
Related People
Sir Laurence Collier (grandson)
Marion Collier (née Huxley) (daughter)
Peter Pendleton Eckersley (grandson)
Thomas Lydwell Eckersley (grandson)
Aldous Huxley (grandson)
Sir Andrew Fielding Huxley (grandson)
Sir Julian Sorell Huxley (grandson)
Leonard Huxley (son)
Category
Education and Learning
Science
Groups
Century Club
Scientists
Place
Sussex
Exhibitions and displays
- Alexander Bassano: Victorian Photographer
Until 10 November
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