Professor Huxley before 1880

This is a carte de visite portrait of Thomas Henry Huxley, a prominent British biologist known for his work on evolution and comparative anatomy. The photograph, taken by Lock & Whitfield before 1880, shows Huxley in a formal pose, dressed in a suit with a bow tie. The portrait was likely intended for personal use or as a promotional piece for Huxley's work. Carte de visite portraits were popular in the 19th century and provided a way for individuals to share their likeness with others.