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A Map Showing the Passage of the Shadow of the Moon Over England on 22 April 1715
XJF133397 A Map Showing the Passage of the Shadow of the Moon Over England on 22 April 1715, engraved by John Senex, 1715 (engraving) (b/w photo) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 12722280
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Postcards (8 pack of A6)
Set of 8, A6 Postcards, featuring the same image on all cards in a set. Printed on 350gsm premium white satin card, the back of the postcard includes space to write messages and an area for the address and stamp. Size of each postcard is 15cm x 10.6cm.
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Estimated Product Size is 10.6cm x 15cm (4.2" x 5.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photo print, titled "A Map Showing the Passage of the Shadow of the Moon Over England on 22 April 1715" takes us back to a significant celestial event from centuries ago. Engraved by John Senex in 1715, this map depicts the eclipse of the sun as it cast its shadow over England during that fateful day. The intricate details and precision of this engraving allow us to witness Edmund Halley's scientific observations come to life. Halley, renowned for his contributions to astronomy, meticulously calculated and predicted the path of this lunar shadow across England's landscape. As we gaze upon this historical artifact, our eyes are drawn to the channel between England and France, where we can see how precisely Halley mapped out the moon's passage. The delicate lines trace every contour with remarkable accuracy. This image not only serves as a testament to human curiosity but also highlights our innate desire to understand and explore nature's wonders. It reminds us that even in an era devoid of advanced technology or space exploration missions, individuals like Halley were able to unravel some mysteries hidden within our universe. Preserved in a private collection today, this photograph allows us a glimpse into both artistry and scientific inquiry from eighteenth-century England. It is a reminder that knowledge knows no bounds when passion meets ingenuity.
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