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Poster Print : Heinrich Wilhelm Mathias Olbers (1758-1840), German astronomer and physician. (1864)
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Heinrich Wilhelm Mathias Olbers (1758-1840), German astronomer and physician. (1864)
Heinrich Wilhelm Mathias Olbers (1758-1840), German astronomer and physician. (1864). Olbers was founder member of the astronomers called the Celestial Police who searched for a suppposed missing planet. In 1826 he put forward Olbers paradox, the question that if the universe is infinite and full of stars, why is the sky dark at nightja. He also did much work on comets. From Bahn eines Cometen zu berechnen Heinrich Olbers, (Leipzig, 1864). Lithograph
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the intriguing history of German astronomer and physician, Heinrich Wilhelm Mathias Olbers (1758-1840), with our captivating poster prints from Media Storehouse. This striking image, captured by Universal Images Group (UIG) in 1864, showcases Olbers in his scholarly attire, known for his pioneering work in astronomy and his role as a founder member of the Celestial Police. Bring the story of this remarkable figure to life in your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for inspiring curiosity and igniting conversations.
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 55.5cm (16.5" x 21.9")
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 lithograph from 1864 showcases the esteemed Heinrich Wilhelm Mathias Olbers, a prominent German astronomer and physician. Known for his significant contributions to the field of astronomy, Olbers was not only a founding member of the renowned Celestial Police but also an avid seeker of knowledge about our universe. Intriguingly, Olbers put forth a perplexing question in 1826 that has come to be known as "Olbers paradox". He pondered why, if the universe is infinite and teeming with countless stars, does darkness envelop our night sky? This enigma continues to fascinate astronomers and scientists alike. Beyond his philosophical musings on the cosmos, Olbers dedicated much of his career to studying comets. His expertise in calculating their paths is evident in this lithograph titled "Bahn eines Cometen zu berechnen Heinrich Olbers" (Calculating the Path of a Comet by Heinrich Olbers) published in Leipzig. The portrait captures Dr. Olbers' profound intellect and unwavering passion for unraveling celestial mysteries. As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of his invaluable contributions to both astronomy and medicine during his lifetime (1758-1840). This print serves as a timeless tribute to one of Germany's most influential scientists whose legacy continues to inspire generations fascinated by the wonders of space.
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