Adam Fergusson LLD & FRS.
Sir Jos.a Reynolds pinx.t. Ridley Sculp.
Published by Vernor & Hood, Poultry, Aug.t 1st 1799.
Stipple engraving. 165 x 110mm (6½ x 4¼").
Portrait of Adam Ferguson (1723 - 1816), Scottish philosopher and historian of the Scottish Enlightenment. Ferguson was sympathetic to traditional societies, such as the Highlands, for producing courage and loyalty. He criticized commercial society as making men weak, dishonourable, and unconcerned for their community. Ferguson has been called "the father of modern sociology" for his contributions to the early development of the discipline.
[Ref: 68239] £70.00
Published by Vernor & Hood, Poultry, Aug.t 1st 1799.
Stipple engraving. 165 x 110mm (6½ x 4¼").
Portrait of Adam Ferguson (1723 - 1816), Scottish philosopher and historian of the Scottish Enlightenment. Ferguson was sympathetic to traditional societies, such as the Highlands, for producing courage and loyalty. He criticized commercial society as making men weak, dishonourable, and unconcerned for their community. Ferguson has been called "the father of modern sociology" for his contributions to the early development of the discipline.
[Ref: 68239] £70.00