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Starlight bent by the Suns Attraction: The Einstein Theory
This diagram drawn by W. B. Robinson illustrates Professor Einsteins Theory that light is subject to gravitation. The drawing was based on British observers photographs at the eclipse of the sun on the 28-29th May 1919. Photographs of stars were taken during the total eclipse, which were then compared to other plates of the same region taken when the sun was not in the neighbourhood. Comparing the two plates, the stars on the eclipse plates seemed to be pushed outwards, thus starlight was found to be bent by the suns attraction. Dr A. C. Crommelin, a British observer working on the project, wrote that straight lines in Einsteins space cannot exist; they are parts of gigantic curves
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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 18.7cm x 24.4cm (7.4" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This diagram, drawn by W.B. Robinson, illustrates Professor Albert Einstein's groundbreaking theory that light is subject to gravitation. Based on photographs taken during the total solar eclipse on the 28-29th of May 1919, this drawing provides a historical representation of a scientific discovery that challenged our understanding of the universe. During the eclipse, British observers, including Dr. A.C. Crommelin, took photographs of stars in a specific region. When these plates were compared to other plates taken when the sun was not in the neighborhood, a striking observation was made: the stars on the eclipse plates appeared to be pushed outwards. This phenomenon, now known as gravitational lensing, was a clear indication that starlight is indeed bent by the sun's attraction. Dr. Crommelin, a British observer working on the project, wrote that 'straight lines in Einstein's space cannot exist; they are parts of gigantic curves.' This insightful observation, made in November 1919, marked a significant milestone in the scientific community, providing empirical evidence for Einstein's General Theory of Relativity. Robinson's drawing, with its intricate details and precise illustrations, continues to be an essential historical record of this remarkable discovery. The 21st century may have advanced our understanding of the cosmos, but the fascination and importance of this discovery remain undiminished.
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