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Poster Print : HELIOTROPE, 1888. Surveying tool using a mirror to reflect sunlight over a distance
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HELIOTROPE, 1888. Surveying tool using a mirror to reflect sunlight over a distance
HELIOTROPE, 1888.
Surveying tool using a mirror to reflect sunlight over a distance. Engraving, American, 1888
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Media ID 12407166
1888 Diagram Instrument Measurement Reflection Sunlight Tool Heliotrope Surveying
18x24 inch Poster Print
Discover the captivating allure of the past with our Media Storehouse Heliotrope Poster Print. This exquisite piece, inspired by a 1888 American engraving, showcases a fascinating surveying tool known as the Heliotrope. The ingenious design utilizes a mirror to reflect sunlight over a distance, revolutionizing measurement techniques of the time. Add an air of historical intrigue to your space with this beautifully detailed and vividly printed poster, a captivating conversation starter that transports you back in time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the Heliotrope, an innovative surveying tool from 1888. The engraving depicts a late 19th-century American instrument that revolutionized measurement techniques by utilizing the power of sunlight reflection. The Heliotrope's design is ingeniously simple yet effective. A mirror, strategically positioned within the tool, captures and redirects sunlight over vast distances with remarkable precision. This groundbreaking invention allowed surveyors to accurately measure expansive landscapes without physically traversing them. The image exudes a sense of scientific curiosity and advancement prevalent during this era of exploration and discovery. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity in harnessing natural elements for practical purposes. The intricate details captured in this engraving highlight not only the technical aspects but also the aesthetic beauty of this instrument. The delicate lines etched into the illustration showcase its craftsmanship while conveying its functionality. As we gaze upon this piece, we are transported back in time to an age where innovation was driven by necessity and fueled by imagination. It reminds us that progress often stems from our ability to adapt existing tools or invent new ones altogether. This print is more than just a historical artifact; it represents humanity's ceaseless pursuit of knowledge and improvement through inventive problem-solving methods like those employed by the Heliotrope in 1888 America
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