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Framed Print : William Herschels reflecting telescope with focal length of 40 feet, Slough, England, 1809
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William Herschels reflecting telescope with focal length of 40 feet, Slough, England, 1809
William Herschels reflecting telescope with focal length of 40 feet, Slough, England, 1809. The illustration shows the top of the brick foundation and the wheeled platform on which the instrument was mounted. The telescope was constructed by Herschel (1738-1822) in the grounds of his home at Slough, and completed in 1789. On the night of 28 August that year, the first time he had used the telescope, Herschel discovered two new moons of the planet Saturn
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14"x12" (38x32cm) Modern Frame
Experience the awe-inspiring history of astronomy with our Framed Print of William Herschel's Reflecting Telescope from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, taken from Heritage Images, showcases the top view of the brick foundation of Herschel's groundbreaking 40-foot long telescope, built in Slough, England, in 1809. Sir William Herschel's invention revolutionized the field of astronomy by discovering Uranus and infrared radiation. Bring this piece of scientific history into your home or office and ignite conversations with its intriguing design and fascinating backstory.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (38x32cm). 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: 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 21.5cm (9.6" x 8.5")
Estimated Product Size is 37.6cm x 32.5cm (14.8" x 12.8")
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.
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This print showcases Sir William Herschel's remarkable reflecting telescope with a focal length of 40 feet, located in Slough, England in the year 1809. The illustration beautifully captures the top of the brick foundation and the wheeled platform on which this groundbreaking instrument was mounted. Constructed by Herschel himself between 1787 and 1789 at his home in Slough, this extraordinary telescope revolutionized our understanding of the universe. On that fateful night of August 28th, 1789, Herschel peered through its lens for the very first time and made an astounding discovery - two previously unknown moons orbiting Saturn. Herschel's dedication to astronomy propelled him to become one of history's greatest astronomers. His pioneering work not only expanded our knowledge of celestial bodies but also paved the way for future advancements in optics and telescopic technology. This engraving transports us back to a pivotal moment in scientific history when Herschel's ingenuity unlocked new realms within our solar system. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and determination, reminding us that even amidst humble surroundings like scaffolding and monochrome imagery, great discoveries can be made. As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded of Sir William Herschel's enduring legacy as a visionary astronomer whose contributions continue to inspire generations of scientists worldwide.
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