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Antique Framed Print : An old instrument with sights for roughly marking the positions of the celestial bodies before the invention of the sextant. Line engraving

An old instrument with sights for roughly marking the positions of the celestial bodies before the invention of the sextant. Line engraving



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An old instrument with sights for roughly marking the positions of the celestial bodies before the invention of the sextant. Line engraving

ASTROLABE.
An old instrument with sights for roughly marking the positions of the celestial bodies before the invention of the sextant. Line engraving

Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age

Media ID 10408518

Apparatus Astrolabe Astronomy Celestial Globe Diagram Idea Invention Measurement Navigate Tool


21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame

Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller

Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23cm x 37.1cm (9.1" x 14.6")

Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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This line engraving showcases an ancient instrument that played a crucial role in the field of astronomy before the advent of the sextant. Known as an astrolabe, this medieval tool allowed astronomers and navigators to roughly mark the positions of celestial bodies with great precision. The intricate diagram depicted in this print reveals the complexity and ingenuity behind this remarkable apparatus. Crafted during the Renaissance period, the astrolabe was a testament to human curiosity and our unyielding desire to understand and navigate our world. With its sights specifically designed for observing celestial bodies, this old instrument enabled astronomers to measure angles accurately, aiding them in their calculations of astronomical phenomena. By utilizing a celestial globe as reference, they could determine latitude, longitude, time of day or night, and even predict future astronomical events. As we gaze upon this historical artifact through Granger Art on Demand's lens, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge throughout history. The astrolabe represents not only an ingenious invention but also embodies mankind's unwavering quest for understanding our place within the vast cosmos. Let us marvel at this extraordinary piece from centuries past—a symbol of innovation that paved the way for modern advancements in astronomy—and appreciate how it has shaped our understanding of celestial navigation today.

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