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Zuckerman was born in Cape Town, South Africa. He had a long association with the Zoological Society of London, commencing in 1928 as research anatomist. He was Secretary from 1955–1977 and President from 1977–1984. He is also remembered for being scientific advisor to the British government for 25 years, with exceptional knowledge on a wide range of issues. He published many scientific papers and several popular books including ‘The Social Life of Monkeys and Apes’ (1931) and ‘Scientists and War’ (1966). In 1970 Zuckerman was awarded the ZSL's Gold Medal in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the scientific development and general progress of the work at ZSL.

ZSL London Zoo

London

Title

Professor Lord Zuckerman (1904–1993)

Date

1979

Medium

bronze

Measurements

H 30 x W 21 x D (?) cm;
Plinth: H 11 x W 16.5 x D 16.5 cm

Accession number

ARTEFACT1001

Work type

Bust

Access note

Please contact library@zsl.org to arrange viewing of this sculpture.

Inscription description

on the left side of the head: Professor Lord Zuckerman OM KCB FRS. Secretary 1955 to 1977. President 1977-1984. The Zoological Society of London.; on the right side of the head, the inscription reads: Sculptor. Elizabeth Frink - 1979

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