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The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes
472240 The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes Description geographique, historique, chronologique, politique, et physique de l Empire de la Chine et de la Tartarie chinoise, 1785 (engraving) by French School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jean Baptiste du Halde (1674-1743) Jesuit historian, he complied his Description geographique, historique, chronologique, politique, et physique de l Empire de la Chine et de la Tartarie chinoise from the reports of Jesuit missionairies in China. Image shows the Ancient Observatory in Beijing, built in 1442.); French, out of copyright
Media ID 23489234
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Beijing Built Celestial Chine Chinoise Description Globe Historique Instruments Jean Baptiste Observatory Peking Physical Physique Politique Quadrant Record Sextant Sphere Zodiacal 1442 Chronologique Equinoctial Lempire Tartarie
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 18.1cm (9.6" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
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.
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The Peking Observatory - A Glimpse into China's Astronomical History
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print showcases the ancient Peking Observatory, as illustrated by Jean Baptiste du Halde in his renowned work "Description géographique, historique, chronologique, politique et physique de l'Empire de la Chine et de la Tartarie chinoise" in 1785. The observatory, built in 1442 during the Ming Dynasty, stands tall against a clear sky backdrop. The image takes us back to a time when astronomy played a crucial role in Chinese society. With its intricate instruments and celestial spheres carefully depicted, it offers a glimpse into the scientific advancements of that era. The quadrant and equinoctial instruments are prominently displayed alongside zodiacal markings on an azimuthal view. Jean Baptiste du Halde compiled this comprehensive description from reports provided by Jesuit missionaries who had ventured into China. His work not only shed light on the geography and history of the empire but also delved deep into its political and physical aspects. As we admire this engraving today, we can't help but marvel at how far our understanding of astronomy has come since then. This print serves as a reminder of humanity's unending quest for knowledge about our place within the cosmos. It is a testament to both cultural heritage and scientific progress—a window into China's rich astronomical past that continues to inspire awe even centuries later.
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