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Camera obscura: showing how the scene outside was collected by a mirror tilted at 45 degrees
Camera obscura: showing how the scene outside was collected by a mirror tilted at 45 degrees(B) passed through a meniscus lens between F and C and the image thrown onto the table below. From The Magazine of Science Vol.I, London 1840
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1840 Camera Collected Image Lens Magazine Mirror Obscura Optics Outside Passed Scene Science Table Thrown Tilted Degrees Meniscus
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Discover the captivating fusion of photography and history with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs. Featuring an intriguing image of a Camera Obscura, this design showcases the ancient technique of projecting an image onto a surface using a mirror and lens. The scene outside is collected by a mirror tilted at 45 degrees, passed through a meniscus lens between F and C, and the image is thrown onto the table below. This unique mug design brings the rich history of photography to your daily routine, making every sip a journey through time. Embrace the beauty of the past with Media Storehouse Photo Mugs.
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This print from Universal Images Group (UIG) takes us back to the early days of photography, specifically to London in 1840. It showcases a remarkable invention called the camera obscura, which revolutionized the way people captured images. In this image, we see the intricate setup of the camera obscura: a mirror tilted at a precise angle of 45 degrees collects the scene outside and reflects it onto a meniscus lens positioned between F and C. The magic happens as light passes through this lens, creating an inverted image that is then thrown onto a table below. The ingenuity behind this contraption lies in its ability to capture reality with astonishing accuracy. By harnessing optics and clever engineering, photographers were able to freeze moments in time forever. This particular photograph was featured in The Magazine of Science Vol. I – a testament to its significance within scientific circles during that era. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, let us appreciate how far photography has come since then. From these humble beginnings emerged an art form that continues to shape our world today. So much more than just capturing images on film or digital sensors, photography allows us to explore emotions, tell stories, and document history itself. Let's cherish this glimpse into the past and celebrate how science and creativity intertwine beautifully through lenses like these!
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