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Faraday holding a type of glass bar he used in 1845 to show magnetism affects light in dielectric material. Michael Faraday. Photographed in the 1850s by Maull and Polyblank as part of their 'Living Celebrities' series. The Faraday volume was published in October 1857. In this photograph, Faraday is captured with a formal yet dignified demeanor, dressed in traditional Victorian attire—a dark suit with a high-collared white shirt and cravat, reflecting the fashion of the mid-19th century. His face bears a thoughtful expression, with slightly furrowed brows, suggesting the intensity and curiosity of his intellectual life. Faraday's hair is carefully styled, typical of the period, with his receding hairline and sideburns prominently visible. His expression is calm, but his eyes convey sharp intelligence and deep concentration.