Portret van de astronoom Frederick William Herschel 1822

"Portret van de astronoom Frederick William Herschel" is a lithograph portrait by Julien-Léopold Boilly from 1822, portraying the renowned astronomer William Herschel. The artwork features a close-up of Herschel's face, capturing his age and wisdom through detailed lines and shading. The inscription below identifies him as a "foreign associate" of the Royal Academy of France, highlighting his international recognition. Boilly's lithograph captures Herschel's legacy as a pioneering astronomer who made significant contributions to our understanding of the universe.