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Standard Metre
After the introduction of the metric system during the French revolution, this STANDARD METRE was placed at the Petit-Luxembourg, Paris
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Media ID 583822
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1799 Instruments Introduction Luxembourg Measurement Metre Metric Petit Revolution Standard System
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step into history with our stunning Metal Prints from the Media Storehouse collection, featuring this iconic image of the Standard Metre from Mary Evans Picture Library. Captured during the aftermath of the French Revolution, this artefact represents a significant moment in the adoption of the metric system. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted with vibrant colors and exceptional detail, ensuring a museum-quality addition to your home or office decor. Embrace the rich history and timeless beauty of this captivating image.
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 historic photograph captures the Standard Metre, a significant artifact from the scientific and historical annals of measurement. The Standard Metre, also known as the Metre des Archives, was established in 1799 during the French Revolution when the metric system was introduced to replace the complex and inconsistent system of measurements then in use. The metre was defined as the length of a meridian passing through Paris, specifically at the Temple de l'Observatoire. However, due to the difficulty of measuring such a long distance accurately, a prototype metre bar was created and deposited at the Archives de la République in Paris, now known as Petit-Luxembourg. The Standard Metre is depicted in this photograph as a beautifully crafted platinum-iridium alloy bar, with the graduations etched in centimetres and millimetres. The bar was kept in a temperature-controlled glass case to ensure its preservation and accuracy. The introduction of the Standard Metre marked a major milestone in the history of measurement, paving the way for a universal system of measurement that is still in use today. The Metre des Archives remained the international prototype of the metre until 1960, when it was replaced by the International Prototype Metre, a platinum-iridium bar kept at the International Bureau of Weights and Measures in France. This photograph serves as a reminder of the scientific and historical significance of the Standard Metre and the metric system, which has revolutionized the way we measure and understand the world around us.
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