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Canvas Print : Portrait of Zacharias Jansen, 1655 (engraving)

Portrait of Zacharias Jansen, 1655 (engraving)



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Portrait of Zacharias Jansen, 1655 (engraving)

XOS1766231 Portrait of Zacharias Jansen, 1655 (engraving) by Meurs, Jacob van (c.1619-a.1680); 18.8x14 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; (add.info.: Portrait (after Hendrick Berckman) of Zacharias Jansen (1585-1632/8) who was a spectacle maker, sometimes counterfeiter, possible inventor of the Microscope and the Telescope. Dutch eye glass maker, Zaccharias Janssen experimented with multiple lenses placed in a tube and observed that viewed objects in front of the tube appeared greatly enlarged, creating both the forerunner of the compound microscope and the telescope.); Dutch, out of copyright

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Dutch Golden Age Fake Glasses Golden Age Inventor Lens Lenses Magnification Magnify Microscope Optical Seventeenth Spectacles Telescope Janssen


20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print

Bring timeless beauty into your home with Media Storehouse's Canvas Prints. This exquisite piece features the Portrait of Zacharias Jansen, a 17th-century engraving by Jacob van Meurs, showcasing the intricate details and masterful artistry of this historic portrait. With our high-quality canvas materials and vibrant color reproduction, you'll enjoy a stunning work of art that's sure to become the centerpiece of any room. Experience the rich history and cultural significance of this masterpiece, now available as a beautiful and lasting addition to your personal collection.

Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")

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 portrait print showcases Zacharias Jansen, a renowned Dutch optical scientist and inventor of the 17th century. Created by Jacob van Meurs in 1655, this engraving captures Jansen's likeness with remarkable detail and precision. Zacharias Jansen was not only a skilled spectacle maker but also an ingenious experimenter. It is believed that he may have been the first to invent both the compound microscope and the telescope. Through his experiments with multiple lenses placed in a tube, Jansen discovered that objects viewed through this apparatus appeared significantly magnified. In this portrait, Jansen's head and shoulders are depicted against a plain background, emphasizing his intellectual prowess rather than any external adornments. The artist has skillfully captured the essence of Jansen's character - intelligent, focused, and determined. Jansen's contributions to science were groundbreaking during the Dutch Golden Age. His inventions revolutionized our understanding of optics and paved the way for further advancements in microscopy and astronomy. This print serves as a testament to Zacharias Jansen's significant role in shaping scientific progress during his time. It is a reminder of his enduring legacy as an innovator whose discoveries continue to impact our lives today.

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