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Antique Framed Print : Robert Hookes microscope in Micrographia 1665
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Robert Hookes microscope in Micrographia 1665
Robert Hookes drawing of his own compound microscope in Micrographia (1665). The illuminator (left) consisted of an oil lamp with a spherical flask acting as a condenser (G). The specimen was mounted on a pin (M). Focus was obtained by racking the whole microscope up & down using the screw (G), which was held by a clamp (D). Hooke (1635-1703) was the curator of experiments at the Royal Society of London. Reference: MICROCOSMOS, page 186, Technical Appendix
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1665 17th Century Black And White Compound Horizontal Instrument Light Micrographia Microscope Microscopes Microscopy Monochrome Image Optical Robert Scientific Seventeenth Technique Techniques Hooke Light Microscope
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 19.7cm (9.6" x 7.8")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Robert Hooke's groundbreaking compound microscope, as depicted in his renowned work Micrographia from 1665. Hooke, a prominent scientist and the curator of experiments at the Royal Society of London during the seventeenth century, revolutionized the field of microscopy with this innovative instrument. Intriguingly, Hooke's microscope was equipped with an illuminator on the left side, which consisted of an oil lamp accompanied by a spherical flask acting as a condenser. The specimen to be observed was delicately mounted on a pin for precise examination. To achieve focus, Hooke ingeniously devised a mechanism that involved racking the entire microscope up and down using a screw held firmly by a clamp. This historical illustration not only highlights Hooke's exceptional craftsmanship but also provides insight into early optical microscopy techniques. It serves as a testament to both his scientific prowess and artistic skill in capturing intricate details through monochrome imagery. As we delve into this remarkable piece of technology from 1665, it is impossible not to appreciate how far biological research has come since then. This print invites us to reflect upon our scientific heritage while marveling at the ingenuity that laid the foundation for modern microscopy techniques.
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