Sir John Herschel 1875

"Sir John Herschel" is a portrait photograph by Julia Margaret Cameron, a prominent photographer in the Victorian era. The photograph captures Sir John Herschel, a renowned astronomer, in a close-up view, showcasing his weathered face and piercing gaze. Cameron's signature soft focus and dramatic lighting style add a sense of intimacy and depth to the image, elevating it beyond a mere likeness to a powerful study of character. The photograph is now held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York.