Lens Collection (page 3)

Wrench magic lantern projector objective lenses

Lighthouse keeper cleaning the lens, Victorian period. Date: late 19th century

Madrid, Inauguration of the Apolo Theater, November 23, 1873
Spain, Madrid. Inauguration of the Apolo Theater on the night of November 23, 1873. Woodcut on paper. Tomas Carlos Capuz (1834-1899) and Jose Luis Pellicer (1842-1901)

Optician examining a patient's eyes Date: 1888

Advert for Dollond's new diaphragm shutter 1892
Advertisement for Dollond & Co. in Ludgate Hill, London, for a new comdined iris diaphragm shutter. Date: 1892

Desolation - Trenches North of Lens, 1919 (oil on canvas)
2956764 Desolation - Trenches North of Lens, 1919 (oil on canvas) by Weyden, Harry van der (1868-1952); 66.04x115.57 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Principle of the camera obscura, wood engraving, published in 1877
Principle of the camera obscura. Woodcut engraving, published in 1877

DDE-90038998
West side cove, Maui, Hawaii, USA Date: 13/08/2010

DDE-90038923
USA, Washington DC. Autumn sunset over the National Mall as seen from the top of the US Capitol. Date: 29/01/2014

DDE-90037556
Beautiful small tropical island (Storm Island) in Beqa Lagoon, Beqa Island, Fiji. Fisheye lens Date: 25/05/2005

DDE-90028625
Canada, Nunavut. Ice floes cruising Foxe Basin. Date: 11/09/2007

DDE-90023528
Antarctica, Ross Sea. Broken pack ice. Date: 11/09/2007

Germany Schaefer, baseball player for the Washington Senators, c. 1911 (b / w photo)
5848211 Germany Schaefer, baseball player for the Washington Senators, c. 1911 (b/w photo) by Bain, George Grantham - Bain News Service (1865-1944); Private Collection; (add.info.: Herman A)

Suppressing the labour riots at Lens (litho)
726919 Suppressing the labour riots at Lens (litho) by Thiriat, Paul (1868-1943); Private Collection; (add.info.: Suppressing the labour riots at Lens - a scene in the Rue St Amet)

JD-19271
DOG - Fawn pug - wearing thick lens glasses Date: 12-09-2007

13131611
DOG. Australian Shepherd, wide angle lens, face, expression, , studio, white background Date: 18-03-2019

13131551
DOG. Cross breed dog sitting, w/a lens, paw stretched out ( selfie )studio, white background Date: 18-03-2019

13131550
DOG. Cross breed dog sitting, w/a lens, studio, white background Date: 18-03-2019

13131549
DOG. Cross breed dog sitting, w/a lens, studio, white background Date: 18-03-2019

Bulls Eye Hand Lantern, c. 1942. Creator: Ernest A Towers Jr
Bulls Eye Hand Lantern, c. 1942

Camera, Leica, Spectrographic, 35mm, Glenn, Friendship 7, ca. 1962. Creator: Leica
With this camera, a Leica 1g model, astronaut John H. Glenn, Jr. carried out the first human-operated, astronomical experiment in space during his pioneering mission on February 20, 1962

Camera, Kodak, 1A Autographic Junior, Lt. Lowell Smith, 1924. Creator: Kodak
1A Autographic Kodak Junior folding camera for A-116 film.Kodak F7.7, 130mm lens no.149925; black leatherette case. Lt. Lowell Smith took this No

Lens, 50mm, Gemini 4, ca. 1965. Creator: Carl Zeiss AG
This Zeiss lens was used on the Zeiss Ikon camera Ed White used during his spacewalk on Gemini IV. The flown camera, considered U.S

Microscope belonging to Louis Pasteur (1811-95) (metal)
CHT234627 Microscope belonging to Louis Pasteur (1811-95) (metal) by French School, (19th century); Musee Pasteur, Institut Pasteur, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright

A Fine Kaleidoscope (mahogany, brass and ivory)
CH348497 A Fine Kaleidoscope (mahogany, brass and ivory) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Leigh, a clockmaker from Lancashire)

Eight Pairs of Eyeglasses, c. 1925 (screen print)
2629962 Eight Pairs of Eyeglasses, c.1925 (screen print) by American School, (20th century); Private Collection; Photo eGraphicaArtis; American, out of copyright

Magic Glasses, 1891 (oil on canvas)
2652545 Magic Glasses, 1891 (oil on canvas) by Elmer, Edwin Romanzo (1850-1923); 35.6x25.4 cm; Shelburne Museum, Vermont, USA; eShelburne Museum; Museum Purchase; American, out of copyright

Ancient and Modern Lights and Signals at the Royal Naval Exhibition (engraving)
1591864 Ancient and Modern Lights and Signals at the Royal Naval Exhibition (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Double-framed bridge sextant, c. 1780 (brass & wood)
MFR348344 Double-framed bridge sextant, c.1780 (brass & wood) by Ramsden, Jesse (1735-1800); Private Collection; (add.info.: Instrument used for navigation and calculating latitude; ); English

Chest Microscope, with selection of ivory sliders and list, c. 1800 (mixed media)
MFR348314 Chest Microscope, with selection of ivory sliders and list, c.1800 (mixed media) by English School, (18th-19th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Spectacles for All Strengths of Vision (engraving)
STC98441 Spectacles for All Strengths of Vision (engraving) by Meyer, Cornelis Jansz. (1629-1701); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Dutch, out of copyright

Sextant, English (brass)
MFR135782 Sextant, English (brass) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: with graduated arc of 60 degrees used in navigation)

Robert Hookes Microscope (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF134628 Robert Hookes Microscope (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon experimenting blazing mirrors
CHT163643 Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon experimenting blazing mirrors on haystacks at Montbard, from La Vie des Savants Illustres by Louis Figuier

Pocket folding telescope in original case (see 205944)
PFR205943 Pocket folding telescope in original case (see 205944) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; ePaul Freeman; English, out of copyright

The Glasses Maker, Augsburg 1735 (coloured engraving)
CHT200461 The Glasses Maker, Augsburg 1735 (coloured engraving) by Engelbrecht, Martin (1684-1756); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; eArchives Charmet; German, out of copyright

A Louis XV Duc de Chaulnes Pattern, Ormolu Compound Microscope, c
scientific, science, equipment, optics, ornate, optical, magnification, microscopy, patterned, microscopic, lens, decorative, instrument, 390758

John Dollond (engraving)
619428 John Dollond (engraving) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info.: John Dollond (1706-61), English optical scientist and inventor.); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Illustration from La Dioptrique by Rene Descartes (1596-1650)
CHT163646 Illustration from La Dioptrique by Rene Descartes (1596-1650), following the Discours de la Methode first published in Leiden in 1637 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Illustration from the Oeuvres de Descartes published by Victor Cousin
CHT163645 Illustration from the Oeuvres de Descartes published by Victor Cousin, Paris 1824 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Camera diagram
A diagram of a camera from 1863. Date: 1863

Microscope, signed by Francois Villette optician to the Prince of Liege
CHT236769 Microscope, signed by Francois Villette optician to the Prince of Liege, 1765 (wood & bronze) by French School, (18th century); Musee des Hospices Civils, Lyon

The Large Astronomical Telescope of Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687) illustration from
XIR209261 The Large Astronomical Telescope of Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687) illustration from Machina Coelestis by Hevelius, Gdansk, published 1670 (engraving) (later colouration) by Polish School

Culpeper Type Microscope, English, 18th century (brass)
MFR135771 Culpeper Type Microscope, English, 18th century (brass) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Anatomy of the human ear and eye. Lithograph from Lorenz Okens Universal Natural History, Allgemeine Naturgeschichte fur alle Stande, Stuttgart, 1839

Spring pea, Lathyrus vernus, and lentil, Lens culinaris. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

Duckweed, Lemna minor, and marsh horsetail, Equisetum palustre. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

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"Lens: Unveiling the World through Optics and Vision" Step into a world of wonder as we explore the captivating realm of lenses. From Sir Isaac Newton's groundbreaking work in his masterpiece "Opticks" to unraveling the mesmerizing color spectrum, lenses have been instrumental in our understanding of light. Delve into the intricate anatomy of the human eye, where lenses play a vital role in focusing incoming light onto our retinas. Witness how artists throughout history have skillfully depicted this remarkable feature, capturing its essence on canvas for eternity. Travel back to the 17th century and discover René Descartes' revolutionary optics theory that laid the foundation for modern lens technology. Marvel at camera lenses, which enable us to freeze moments in time with unparalleled clarity and precision. Take a closer look at nature's ingenious creation - the compound eye of a fly - magnified under an SEM Z340/0698 microscope. Appreciate its complexity and marvel at how it inspired advancements in lens design. Learn about The Royal Society's endorsement of skilled lens-grinders during the 1600s, recognizing their invaluable contributions to science and innovation. Explore Kilauea Lighthouse perched majestically on Kilauea Point, Hawaii – guiding ships safely with its powerful lens since 1913. Reflect upon history as you visit Vimy Canadian Memorial near Lens, Nord Pas de Calais – a poignant tribute honoring those who fought valiantly during World War I. Discover how cameras equipped with lenses captured these significant moments forever etched in our collective memory. Transport yourself to 1894 when hand-held stereoscopic cameras revolutionized photography; witness an advertisement from Stereoscopic Company showcasing their innovative products that brought images to life like never before. Witness firsthand how television cameras capture live events while skilled cameramen navigate every angle effortlessly. Celebrate your own roots by exploring your family tree through generations captured by various lenses throughout time. Finally, embrace the nostalgia of film cameras and their timeless charm.