Instrument Of Measurement Collection

Spectroscope (c. 1860) by Bunsen and Kirchhoff, published in 1880
Spectroscope by Robert Bunsen (German chemist, 1811 - 1899) and Gustav Robert Kirchhoff (German physicist, 1824 - 1884). A spectroscope is an optical device

Sundial and Perran Beach, Perranporth, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom

First Aerial Photo
The first aerial photograph showing the Place de l Etoile, Paris, taken by Nadar in 1858 from an altitude of 520 meters in a tethered balloon. (Photo by Nadar/Getty Images)

Seaman looking at sea map and holding pair of compasses

Aneroid barometer engraving 1881
Le Monde Physique par Amedee Guillemin - Paris / Librairie Hachette et Cie 1881

Calipers
Illustration of a Calipers

Lord Rosse's great reflecting telescope
864568 Lord Rosse's great reflecting telescope; (add.info.: Lord Rosse's great 72-inch (1.828m) diameter reflecting telescope of 1845, called the Leviathan of Parsonstown

Lord Rosse's great reflecting telescope
864573 Lord Rosse's great reflecting telescope; (add.info.: Lord Rosse's great 72-inch (1.828m) diameter reflecting telescope of 1845, called the Leviathan of Parsonstown

A man on a running machine with oximeter attached to his ear
Caucasian Appearance, Full Length, Healthcare and Medicine, Instrument of Measurement, Measuring, Medical Examination, Medical Oxygen Equipment, Mid Adult, Motion, One Mid Adult Man Only, One Person

Antique illustration of astronomy constellations

Antique illustration of microscope
Antique engraving illustration of microscope

Illustration of man kneeling next to two tools called merkhets, lined up with the stars to tell the time at night, Ancient Egypt

Antique clock Design Illustrations
Antique illustration of a clock

Kitchen scale
Antique illustration of a kitchen scales with pan and dial weight measurement

Variometer

Illustration of speed of light experiment by Hippolyte Fizeau, 1849

Apple hanging from a Newton Meter, measuring force

Antique illustration of steam locomotive

Historical Rainfall and Temperature Charts Engraving
Engraved Illustrations of Historical Rainfall and Temperature Map; Temperature Charts of the World from Iconographic Encyclopedia of Science, Literature and Art, Published in 1851

snail-time (is not a precise measurement)
a light toned snail with a delineated sense of measurement. A metric scale is implied by the markings on the snails shell

caliper
Antique illustration of a caliper

Verge escapement
Antique illustration of a watch verge escapement mechanism

Cylinder escapement
Antique illustration of Cylinder escapement

Steam and gas vehicles
Antique illustration of steam and gas vehicles

Scale
Antique illustration of scale

Scales
Antique illustration of a Scales engraving

Pin Wheel Escapement

Vapor pump with vertical boiler
Antique illustration of a vapor pump with vertical boiler

Octant
Antique illustration of the octant invented by John Hadley

Vertical wall steam plunger
Illustration of a Vertical wall steam plunger

Engraving vintage Planetarium

Galvanometer
Antique illustration of a galvanometer in the German Reich telegraph

Stereoscopic camera
Antique illustration of a Stereoscopic camera

Microscope
Antique illustration of a microscope

Compound microscope
Antique illustration of a Compound microscope

Binocular Microscope
Antique illustration of a Binocular Microscope

Pulse oximetry
Antique illustration of a Pulse oximetry

Microscopes
Antique illustration engraving of a various microscopes

Compound microscope by Edmund Hartnack
Antique illustration of a compound microscope made by Edmund Hartnack

Binocularly microscope
Antique illustration of a binocularly microscope

Zeiss dissecting microscope
Antique illustration of a Zeiss dissecting microscope

Wenham Binocular Microscope
Antique illustration of a WENHAM BINOCULAR MICROSCOPE

Breguets thermometer
Antique illustration of Breguets thermometer

Thermometer
Antique illustration of thermometer

Thermometer Jolly
Antique illustration of thermometer Jolly

Koenigs tooth instrument
Illustration of a Koenigs tooth instrument

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"Instrument of Measurement: Unveiling the Secrets of the Universe" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of measurement instruments that have shaped our understanding of the world. From ancient sundials to cutting-edge microscopes, these tools have revolutionized scientific discoveries and paved the way for modern advancements. Delve into history with Bunsen and Kirchhoff's Spectroscope, a groundbreaking invention from 1860 that allowed scientists to analyze light spectra, unraveling hidden secrets within matter. Published in 1880, their work forever changed our perception of elements. Transport yourself to ancient civilizations as you marvel at the ingenuity behind sundials and Perran – early devices used by our ancestors to track time with precision. Witness how they harnessed nature's movements to measure hours under open skies. Embark on an aerial journey through time with the first-ever aerial photo captured by intrepid pioneers. This remarkable achievement not only provided breathtaking views but also opened new possibilities for cartography and urban planning. Discover meteorological wonders with an engraving showcasing an Aneroid barometer from 1881. Witness how this ingenious device enabled accurate weather predictions, empowering sailors and farmers alike. Join a seaman navigating uncharted waters as he meticulously studies sea maps while holding a pair of compasses – symbols of navigation mastery. These essential tools guided explorers across vast oceans, unlocking new lands during age-old voyages. Witness skilled craftsmanship in action as calipers take center stage – precise measuring instruments utilized by artisans throughout history. Their accuracy ensured impeccable creations in artistry, engineering, and beyond. Travel back centuries ago alongside a nutmeg merchant depicted in a miniature from Tractatus de herbis (15th century France). Experience his meticulous measurements that safeguarded quality control during spice trade routes - vital for culinary delights worldwide. Peer into celestial realms as Petrus Apianus observes stars' mesmerizing movement through his woodcut illustration from 1529.