Fine Art Print : View of the Greenwich Observatory, London, England
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View of the Greenwich Observatory, London, England
Greenwich Observatory buildings. View of the Greenwich Observatory buildings, London, England. The observatory was founded in 1675 by Charles II who appointed an Astronomer Royal to run it. It was the Astronomer Royals job to keep accurate tables of the positions of the Moon and stars for use in navigation by English ships. In 1811, John Pond was Astronomer Royal at Greenwich. He introduced the worlds first public time signal, the dropping of the Greenwich time ball (not seen here) at 1pm every day. Greenwich was the site of the Royal Observatory until the end of World War II
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A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the timeless beauty of history with our exquisite Fine Art Print of the iconic Greenwich Observatory, London. This stunning view captures the historic buildings that have stood since 1675, when Charles II founded the observatory and appointed an Astronomer Royal. Our high-quality print, sourced from Science Photo Library, brings the rich history and scientific significance of this landmark right into your home or office. Add a touch of sophistication and intrigue to your space with this beautiful piece of art.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 56.6cm (16.5" x 22.3")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures the iconic view of the Greenwich Observatory buildings in London, England. Established in 1675 by Charles II, this historic observatory played a crucial role in maritime navigation. The Astronomer Royal, appointed by the king, was responsible for meticulously recording the positions of celestial bodies such as the Moon and stars to aid English ships' navigation. In 1811, under John Pond's leadership as Astronomer Royal at Greenwich, an extraordinary innovation took place. He introduced the world's first public time signal - a daily event that became synonymous with precision and reliability. At precisely 1pm each day (though not visible in this image), the renowned Greenwich time ball would drop, allowing people across London to synchronize their watches accurately. Greenwich served as home to the Royal Observatory until World War II drew to a close. Its historical significance cannot be overstated; it stands as a testament to centuries of astronomical exploration and scientific advancement. This remarkable photograph from Science Photo Library transports us back through time, inviting us to appreciate both its architectural beauty and its profound contribution to our understanding of space and time. It serves as a reminder of humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge and our enduring fascination with the wonders of our universe.
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