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Astronomer and book collector
Sitter associated with 7 portraits 
Astronomers
88 People in group
Astronomer
Sitter in 1 portrait
Sitter in 1 portrait
1947-
Regius Professor of Astronomy, University of Glasgow; Astronomer Royal for Scotland
Sitter in 1 portrait
Regius Professor of Astronomy, University of Glasgow; Astronomer Royal for Scotland
Sitter in 1 portrait
James Ludovic Lindsay, 26th Earl of Crawford and 9th Earl of Balcarres
1847-1913Astronomer and book collector
Sitter associated with 7 portraits
1845-1912
Mathematician and astronomer; son of Charles Darwin
Sitter in 3 portraits
Mathematician and astronomer; son of Charles Darwin
Sitter in 3 portraits
Do, draw and make!
Do, draw and make!
From building dens to food faces – enjoy our Playful Portraits activities and find out about some brilliant people!
Healthcare Heroes
Activities for children and families inspired by three healthcare heroes from our Collection.
Learning resources
Downloadable and web based resources to support learning at home linked to art, history, citizenship and literacy.