Jeremy Bentham (1748-1832), Social philosopher
Sitter in 9 portraits
Philosopher, political theorist and social critic; he was committed to the utilitarian belief in the 'greatest happiness' principle. Promoting a secular version of utilitarianism he advocated that fulfilment could be achieved through the rigorous investigation of human nature. His work had an important impact upon judicial organisation and civil law and the reform of the penal system.
by John Field
plaster, the profile in flat brown paint with highlights in gold powder, circa 1823
NPG 3068
by Henry William Pickersgill
oil on canvas, exhibited 1829
NPG 413
by James Thomson (Thompson), after William Derby
stipple engraving, published 1823
NPG D1056
by William Henry Worthington
line and stipple engraving, published 1823
NPG D1057
by James Posselwhite, published by Charles Knight, after George Frederic Watts
stipple and line engraving, published circa 1833
NPG D15458
by Charles Fox, after Henry William Pickersgill
engraved steel plate, 1838 (circa 1829)
NPG D17005
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by Unknown artist
colour offset lithograph on wire frame, 2012
NPG D42619
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