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Framed Print of Descartes giant microscope, 1637
A drawing of the giant microscope from Rene Descartes Dioptrique, 1637. Li is a condensing lens, the specimen is placed at z. It is unlikely that this microscope was ever constructed. Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © DR JEREMY BURGESS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
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Media ID 6412170
Historical Scientific Instruments
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Enhance your home decor with Framed Prints of historical scientific instruments, such as "Descartes giant microscope, 1637" by Science Photo Library. This detailed drawing from Rene Descartes' Dioptrique shows a conceptual design for a massive microscope, highlighting the evolution of microscopy and optical technology in the 17th century.
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Photo Prints - Experience the intrigue of scientific history with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints featuring "Descartes Giant Microscope, 1637" from Science Photo Library. This image shows Rene Descartes' visionary design of an oversized microscope as depicted in his groundbreaking work "Dioptrique," published in 1637. Though it's uncertain if this magnificent microscope was ever built, its inclusion in Descartes' treatise signified his innovative approach to understanding the microscopic world. Bring this piece of scientific lore into your home or office and ignite conversations with our high-quality, museum-grade photographic prints.
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Canvas Prints - Canvas Prints, perfect for science enthusiasts and art lovers alike. Our prints feature 'Descartes giant microscope, 1637' by Science Photo Library, a historical illustration of Rene Descartes' conceptual design from his book Dioptrique. Bring the beauty of science to your walls with our Canvas Prints.
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Modern Frame 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"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.1cm x 19.3cm (9.5" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
