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George and Edward Scheutzs calculating machine
George and Edward Scheutzs calculating machine. Based on Babbages difference engine, it was developed between 1837 and 1843. Purchased for Dudley Observatory, Albany, New York. Copy made by Donkins for calculating Life Tables at Somerset House, London. Wood engraving, 1855
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Media ID 9695235
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Calculator Computer Machine Mathematics Maths
21"x14" (53x35cm) Canvas Print
Step into the past with our stunning Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring George and Edward Scheutz's Calculating Machine. This captivating image, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), showcases the intricate details of this historic invention, which was developed between 1837 and 1843. Based on the design of Charles Xavier Robert's difference engine, George and Edward Scheutz's calculating machine is a testament to the engineering prowess of its time. Proudly displayed in the Dudley Observatory, Albany, New York, this masterpiece is now a beautiful addition to your home or office decor. Bring history to life with our high-quality canvas prints, expertly printed on heavy-duty canvas using archival inks for lasting vibrancy and detail.
Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 53.3cm x 35.6cm (21" x 14")
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 the remarkable George and Edward Scheutzs calculating machine, a true marvel of its time. Developed between 1837 and 1843, this incredible invention was based on Charles Babbage's difference engine. Its intricate design and complex mechanisms revolutionized the world of mathematics and computation. Purchased for Dudley Observatory in Albany, New York, this particular copy was made by Donkins specifically for calculating Life Tables at Somerset House in London. The wood engraving from 1855 beautifully captures the essence of this groundbreaking machine. The image transports us back to an era where computers were not yet a household name but were already making their mark on society. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in terms of technological advancements since then. Intriguingly detailed with gears, levers, and pulleys meticulously arranged to perform calculations with astonishing precision, this calculating machine symbolizes human ingenuity at its finest. It represents countless hours spent perfecting mathematical algorithms that would ultimately shape our understanding of numbers forever. As we gaze upon this historical artifact frozen in time through the lens of Archive from Universal Images Group (UIG), we are reminded of the profound impact that early computing machines had on shaping our modern world. This photograph is not just an image; it is a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation in the realm of mathematics.
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