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Letter from Sir Issac Newton to William Briggs, 20th June 1682. Artist: Isaac Newton
Letter from Sir Issac Newton to William Briggs, 20th June 1682. Letter written from Trinity College, Cambridge by Newton to William Briggs, MD, commending his New Theory of Vision but dissenting from some of his conclusions. The New Theory of Vision was published in Robert Hookes Philisophical Collections, No 6, 1682. and a Latin version, made by Newtons advice and accompanied by a commendatory letter from him to the author, appeared in 1685. From the third series of Facsimiles of royal, historical, literary and other autographs in the Department of Manuscripts, British Museum: Series I-V, (London, 1899)
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Briggs Correspondence Facsimile Isaac Isaac Newton Letter Newton Optics Physics Signature Sir Isaac Vision Print Collector3
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.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.4cm x 24.4cm (6.9" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a significant historical artifact, the "Letter from Sir Isaac Newton to William Briggs, 20th June 1682". The letter was written by Newton himself while he resided at Trinity College, Cambridge. In this correspondence, Newton commends Briggs' New Theory of Vision but expresses his dissent towards some of its conclusions. The New Theory of Vision was published in Robert Hooke's Philisophical Collections in 1682 and later accompanied by a commendatory letter from Newton to the author when a Latin version appeared in 1685. This exchange demonstrates the intellectual discourse and collaboration prevalent during the scientific revolution. The photograph beautifully captures the essence of this piece of history with its vibrant colors and intricate handwriting. It serves as a testament to Newton's brilliance as both a scientist and scholar. As we delve into this image, we are transported back to the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, where groundbreaking ideas were being explored within the realms of optics and physics. The signature on this letter is an undeniable symbol of Sir Isaac Newton's immense contributions to science that continue to shape our understanding today. This remarkable print allows us to appreciate not only the content but also the artistry behind such historical manuscripts. It stands as a reminder that knowledge transcends time and can be preserved through these tangible artifacts for generations to come.
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