Metal Print : Jn Niepce / Figuier
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Jn Niepce / Figuier
JOSEPH-NICEPHORE NIEPCE French physicist, credited with making the worlds first photograph (1826)
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Media ID 622050
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1765 1826 1833 Credited Figuier Nicephore Niepce Physicist Stock
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the history of photography into your home with our stunning Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of Joseph-Nicéphore Niépce and his famous heliograph, "View from the Window at Le Gras," captured by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. Our high-quality Metal Prints transform your chosen image into a vibrant and modern work of art, with the added benefit of a sleek, durable metal surface that is both waterproof and scratch-resistant. Relive the groundbreaking moment in photographic history with this unique and captivating piece, perfect for any photography enthusiast or history lover's collection.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
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 image captures the enigmatic figure of Joseph-Nicéphore Niépce, the pioneering French physicist and inventor, as he stands before a large, covered easel in his studio during the 1830s. Niépce is best known for his groundbreaking achievement in the annals of photographic history: he is credited with producing the world's first photograph in 1826, an image titled "View from the Window at Le Gras." The photographic process he developed, which he called heliography, utilized a bitumen of Judea coating on a pewter plate, which was exposed to sunlight for several hours to create an image. Born in 1765, Niépce's fascination with science and technology began at a young age. He experimented with various inventions throughout his life, including an early form of aerial photography and an improved hot air balloon. However, it was his work in the field of photography that would leave an indelible mark on history. Despite the significance of his invention, Niépce's name was often overshadowed by the subsequent developments in the field by other pioneers such as Louis Daguerre and William Henry Fox Talbot. Nevertheless, his pioneering spirit and relentless pursuit of knowledge paved the way for the advancements in photography that followed. In this photograph, Niépce's intense focus and dedication to his work are palpable, as he meticulously examines his creation, shielded from the light behind the large, covered easel. The image is a poignant reminder of the extraordinary journey that began with Niépce's first photograph and forever changed the way we capture and preserve the world around us.
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