Isaac Newton by Quentin Blake - Fine bone china mug

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Isaac Newton by Quentin Blake, detail from Cambridge 800: Informal Panorama Cambridge University celebrated its 800th anniversary in 2009. To mark the occasion, beloved British ill ustrator Quentin Blake was asked to produce a frieze to commemorate some of the university's most notable alumni. Newton studied at Trinity College, where he was later made a fellow. His discoveries in physics, mathematics, and optics make him one of the most important scientists of all time. On this bone china mug, Newton is depicted at the famous moment of pondering a falling apple, an event which is said to have inspired his theory of gravitational force. Product details: Fine bone china white mug with printed image Microwave safe Made in the UK Dimensions: Height 80mm x Diameter 70mm Capacity 300ml Show more