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The Elephant Clock, Folio from a Book of the Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical... A.H
The Elephant Clock, Folio from a Book of the Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices by al-Jazari, dated A.H. 715/A.D. 1315
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring The Elephant Clock, a masterpiece from the Folio of a Book of the Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices by al-Jazari, dated A.H. 715/A.D. 1315. This captivating image from Heritage Images showcases the intricate details of this ancient clock, which was once hailed as a marvel of engineering. Bring the rich history of Islamic art and science into your home or office with this stunning poster print, a perfect addition to any room.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.3cm x 59.4cm (15.9" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "The Elephant Clock" a remarkable invention depicted in a folio from the book "Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices" by al-Jazari, dating back to A. H. 715/A. D. 1315. Created by Farrukh ibn Abd al-Latif, this intricate mechanical device is a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the Middle East during the 14th century. In this colorful artwork, we see an elephant adorned with gold-colored accents and mythical creatures perched on its back. The clockwork mechanism is ingeniously integrated into the design, showcasing gears and pulleys that power its movement. This masterpiece not only tells time but also entertains with various automata including birds that chirp melodiously. A man, possibly a mahout or caretaker of the elephant, stands beside it proudly overseeing his creation. The level of detail captured in ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper highlights both artistic skill and technical precision. "The Elephant Clock" serves as a reminder of our rich heritage in mechanical innovation and mythological symbolism. It represents an era when inventors like al-Jazari pushed boundaries to create functional yet aesthetically pleasing devices. Displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this piece offers us a glimpse into ancient professions and occupations while celebrating Middle Eastern culture's contributions to science and artistry throughout history.
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