Print of Transit Instruments at the Cape Observatory, 1857
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Framed Print of Transit Instruments at the Cape Observatory, 1857. Creator: Hare
Transit Instruments at the Cape Observatory, [South Africa], 1857. The Transit Instrument...was constructed from the designs of the Astronomer Royal, Professor Airy...The optical parts...were made by Troughton and Simms; and the engineering work by Ransomes and Sims...By a very ingenious arrangement of microscopes in the stones which carry the bearings of the instrument, eight readings are taken of each observation, and may all be taken from one point, without the observer having to actually visit the different points of the circle. The instrument weighs nearly a ton, but is so accurately balanced that it is under perfect control, and may be easily moved by one finger. A very beautiful system of parallel motion carries a trough full of mercury for taking observations by reflection. This trough being filled from the bottom of a bottle, the surface of the mercury is always clear'. From Illustrated London News, 1857. Heritage Images features heritage image collections. © The Print Collector/Heritage Images
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Wood Engraving Artwork , Black And White Historical Images , Black And White Engravings , Antique Scientific Equipment
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Modern 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.4cm x 24.4cm (6.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
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