Albert Einstein is a name that instantly evokes thoughts of groundbreaking science and revolutionary theories. His work transformed our understanding of the universe, but behind the equations and famous quotes lies a man full of curiosity, humor, and depth. Thanks to colorized photographs, we now have the chance to see a different side of the legendary physicist, one that reveals his personality in ways black-and-white images couldn’t.
These 20 colorized photos give us a fresh glimpse into Einstein’s life, showcasing not just his intellectual brilliance but also the human moments that made him a unique and unforgettable figure. Get ready to experience Einstein in a way you’ve never seen before, because here are 20 colorized photos of Albert Einstein that capture his true genius.
1. Albert Einstein and his wife Elsa, 1921
Elsa Einstein was Albert’s first cousin. They got married after Albert and his first wife, Mileva, got divorced.
2. Albert Einstein taking notes before bed
Early in his life, Einstein was a passionate advocate for peace, especially during and after World War I. He famously spoke out against militarism and violence.
3. Einstein during a lecture in Vienna, 1921
This year, Einstein was awarded the Nobel Prize for his explanation of the photoelectric effect, which was pivotal in establishing quantum theory.
4. Einstein in the ’50s
Einstein famously hated wearing socks, stating that they always developed holes.
5. A genius smile, 1950s
Einstein was a well-known pacifist, speaking out against war and violence all his life.
6. Albert Einstein before a lecture, 1920s
Did you ever hear the story of Einsteins driver delivering a lecture for him?
7. Albert and his crazy hair, 1933
Did you know, in 1952 Einstein was offered the presidency of Israel but declined the position?
8. Robert Oppenheimer with Albert Einstein, 1947
Oppenheimer and Einstein worked together from 1947 until Einstein died in 1955.
9. Einstein didn’t care much for appearance
Einstein famously didn’t care much for appearance. When he rolled out of bed in the morning, there were no worries about brushing his hair, just worries about science.
10. Did you know Einstein failed his entrance exam to university?
At 16, he took the entrance exam for the Swiss Federal Polytechnic in Zurich but failed all of the non-science subjects.
11. Albert with his stepdaughter Margot Einstein
Margot was a sculptor and the daughter of Albert’s cousin, Elsa. When Einstein married his cousin, Margot became his niece, and his stepdaughter.
12. Albert Einstein teaching at Lincoln, 1946
Lincoln was the United State’s first Historical Black University.
13. Charlie Chaplin with Einstein at City Lights Premiere
Chapman and Einstein were famously close, and Chapman invited Einstein to some of his movie premiers.
14. Einstein and Cord Meyer Jr, 1948
Albert Einstein and Cord Meyer Jr. collaborated on initiatives aimed at promoting world federalism and global governance.
15. Einstein’s speech at the U.S. Department of the Interior, 1940
Einstein was known for his outspoken views on various social and political issues, including intellectual freedom and nuclear weapons.
16. Einstein on the beach, 1940s
Despite not knowing how to swim, Einstein loved the beach and enjoyed sailing. He often capsized his boat and required rescue.
17. The infamous Einstein photo in color
This famous photograph of Einstein sticking his tongue out became an iconic image that captured his mostly unknown humorous side.
18. Einstein at his home in Princeton, 1944
Einsteins neighbors were in for it. Einstein would often walk around without socks on and mumbling to himself. So next time you see someone talking to themself shoeless, keep in mind they might be a genius.
19. Robert Oppenheimer’s first time meeting Albert Einstein, 1947
These two geniuses would often go at it, as Oppenheimer embraced quantum mechanics as the foundational aspect of modern physics, while Einstein remained skeptical, famously critiquing the problems of the theory.