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How to Blacken a Glass in order to observe the Sun during an Eclipse (engraving)
3625582 How to Blacken a Glass in order to observe the Sun during an Eclipse (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How to Blacken a Glass in order to observe the Sun during an Eclipse. Illustration for The Sun by Amedee Guillemin (Scribner, 1871). Digitally cleaned image.); © Look and Learn
Media ID 23650260
© Look and Learn / Bridgeman Images
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the awe-inspiring wonders of the universe with our exquisite Fine Art Print of 'How to Blacken a Glass in Order to Observe the Sun during an Eclipse' by the European School. This captivating 19th-century engraving, from the vast collection of Bridgeman Images at Fine Art Finder, invites you on a journey through time as you observe the intricate steps to prepare for a solar eclipse. Delight in the intricate details and masterful craftsmanship, bringing the history of astronomy into your home or office. Add this unique and thought-provoking piece to your collection and ignite your imagination.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
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This engraving from the 19th century depicts a step-by-step guide on how to blacken a glass in order to safely observe the sun during an eclipse. The print, part of a private collection, showcases the ingenuity and curiosity of the European School at that time. The image is digitally cleaned, allowing us to appreciate its intricate details and historical significance. It was originally created as an illustration for Amedee Guillemin's book "The Sun" published in 1871. In this educational artwork, we see a meticulous process unfolding before our eyes. Each stage is carefully depicted, guiding viewers through the transformation of an ordinary glass into a tool capable of observing one of nature's most awe-inspiring phenomena - a solar eclipse. As we gaze upon this engraving, we are reminded of humanity's eternal fascination with celestial events. It serves as both a testament to scientific exploration and an invitation for us to delve deeper into understanding our universe. Bridgeman Images has preserved this remarkable piece from history through their Fine Art Finder platform. By sharing it with us, they allow art enthusiasts and curious minds alike to marvel at the intersection between science and art captured within this single image.
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