George Forster, German naturalist C017 / 0687
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George Forster, German naturalist C017 / 0687
Johann George Adam Forster (1754-1794), German naturalist, ethnologist, travel writer, journalist, essayist and revolutionary. Forster and his father (Johann Reinhold Forster) were employed as naturalists on Captain James Cooks second voyage of discovery to the Pacific (1772-1775). Forster drew hundreds of zoological and botanical illustrations. On his return, he was elected Fellow of the Royal Society in 1777. Forster corresponded with leading figures of the Age of Enlightenment in Germany, including Lessing and Goethe. He took part in the foundation of the short-lived Mainz Republic (1793), but died while exiled in Paris. This is a 19th-century engraving
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This 19th-century engraving showcases the esteemed German naturalist, George Forster. Known for his extensive contributions to various fields, including ethnology, travel writing, journalism, and revolutionism, Forster's legacy is one of intellectual curiosity and scientific prowess. Accompanied by his father Johann Reinhold Forster on Captain James Cook's second voyage of discovery to the Pacific from 1772 to 1775, Forster immersed himself in the study of nature. His meticulous illustrations of zoological and botanical specimens earned him recognition as a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1777. Beyond his scientific achievements, Forster engaged with prominent figures of the Age of Enlightenment in Germany such as Lessing and Goethe. He played an active role in establishing the short-lived Mainz Republic in 1793 but tragically passed away while exiled in Paris. In this portrait-like print captured during the 1800s, we see a side view profile that depicts Forster's intellectual demeanor. The monochrome artwork adds depth to his image as a Caucasian man with significant historical influence. As we admire this remarkable piece from Science Photo Library created by BILDAGENTUR-ONLINE/TH FOTO/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we are reminded not only of George Forster's immense contributions to biology and sociology but also his unwavering commitment to enlightenment ideals and political activism.
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