Poster Print : Hydraulic saw. Codex Atlanticus, sheet 1078, 1478-1480. Desi
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Hydraulic saw. Codex Atlanticus, sheet 1078, 1478-1480. Desi
Hydraulic saw. Mechanical saw works with hydraulic energy. Leonardo da Vinci drawing. Codex Atlanticus, sheet 1078, 1478-1480. Water as motive power is one of the basic principles of technology before, during, and after Leonardo Da VinciA?o?s age, up until fairly recent times. The Science and Technology Museum Leonardo da Vinci. Milan. Italy
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Introducing the captivating Hydraulic Saw poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This exquisite piece showcases Leonardo da Vinci's Codex Atlanticus drawing, sheet 1078, dating back to 1478-1480. Witness the intricate details of da Vinci's mechanical saw design, which harnesses the power of hydraulic energy. A mesmerizing blend of history, art, and engineering, this poster is a must-have for any workspace, office, or home decor. Bring a touch of creativity and innovation to your surroundings with this inspiring and educational piece from Media Storehouse.
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 47.9cm x 42cm (18.9" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image from the Codex Atlanticus, a collection of Leonardo da Vinci's notes and sketches, showcases his design for a hydraulic saw. Dating back to the late 15th century, this drawing illustrates Leonardo's innovative approach to harnessing the power of water to create mechanical wonders. The hydraulic saw, depicted on Codex Atlanticus sheet 1078, is a testament to Leonardo's engineering prowess. The design features interconnected cog wheels and a water pump, which would have been used to generate hydraulic pressure. This pressure would then be transmitted to the saw, enabling it to cut through various materials with ease. Water as a source of motive power was a fundamental principle of technology during Leonardo's time and continued to be so for centuries to come. Leonardo's drawing represents an essential piece of the historical puzzle, demonstrating the ingenuity and curiosity that characterized the European Renaissance. Today, this hydraulic saw design is on display at the Science and Technology Museum Leonardo da Vinci in Milan, Italy. It serves as a reminder of the foundational role that Leonardo and his contemporaries played in shaping the technological landscape of Europe and the modern world. The intricate details of the drawing reveal Leonardo's meticulous design process, showcasing his ability to envision complex systems and translate them into practical applications. The hydraulic saw, with its interconnected gears and water-driven mechanism, is a testament to Leonardo's genius and his enduring influence on the fields of engineering and technology.
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