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Photograph of the moon exhibited
Engraving of a photograph of the moon exhibited to the British Association at Liverpool by Mr. Hartnup, astronomer of the Liverpool Observatory. Published in The Illustrated London News as a double page spread. Date: 1854
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Association Astronomer Astronomy Aug18 Liverpool Lunar Moon Observatory
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1. Title: "A Scientific Advancement: Hartnup's Engraved Lunar Photograph Exhibited at the British Association in Liverpool, 1854" In August 1854, the halls of the Liverpool Observatory echoed with the buzz of scientific discovery as Mr. Hartnup, the esteemed astronomer, unveiled an extraordinary innovation before the esteemed members of the British Association for the Advancement of Science. The object of their collective fascination was an intricately engraved print of a photograph of the moon. The photograph, which had been captured through the lens of a camera obscura, was a remarkable achievement in the burgeoning field of lunar exploration. Hartnup's dedication to his craft had culminated in this stunning representation of the lunar surface, which boasted unprecedented detail and clarity. The Illustrated London News, ever eager to share the latest scientific discoveries with its readership, published the photograph as a double-page spread in its August 1854 issue. The engraving, meticulously crafted from the original photograph, allowed the public to gaze upon the moon's craters, mountains, and seas with a level of detail previously unimaginable. The exhibition of Hartnup's lunar photograph marked a significant milestone in the history of astronomy. It not only showcased the potential of photography as a powerful tool for scientific exploration but also underscored the importance of collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the scientific community. As the members of the British Association marveled at the intricacies of Hartnup's engraving, they were reminded of the boundless possibilities that awaited them in the realm of scientific discovery. The moon, once shrouded in mystery, was now within their reach, and the future held even greater wonders yet to be uncovered.
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