Framed Print : Buffon Experiment
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Buffon Experiment
BUFFON experiments with lenses, harnessing the heat of the sun to set fire to a distant tree
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1707 1788 Buffon Distant Experiment Experiments Harnessing Heat Lenses
12"x10" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Buffon Experiment" Framed Print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite print showcases a fascinating moment from the scientific world of the 18th century. In this intriguing image, Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon, is seen engrossed in an experiment, employing lenses and harnessing the power of the sun to ignite a distant tree. Buffon, a renowned natural philosopher, was renowned for his groundbreaking research in various scientific fields, including biology and physics. Bring this captivating piece of scientific history into your home or office with our high-quality framed prints. Each print is meticulously crafted with attention to detail to ensure the finest presentation. The rich, vibrant colors and sharp, clear details will leave you in awe, transporting you back in time to witness the intrigue and wonder of Buffon's experiment firsthand. Add this stunning framed print to your collection and ignite a spark of inspiration, curiosity, and awe in your daily life.
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image transports us back in time to the intriguing world of Comte de Buffon's groundbreaking experiments in the late 18th century. In this scene, Buffon, a renowned French natural philosopher, is seen intently focusing on his collection of lenses, arranged meticulously on a wooden table. The sun, setting majestically behind him, casts long shadows over the landscape, bathing the room in a warm, golden glow. Buffon's objective was to harness the sun's heat and use it to ignite a tree located at a considerable distance. This experiment, which took place in 1707, was a significant departure from the traditional methods of creating fire. Buffon's innovative approach involved the use of lenses to concentrate the sun's rays and focus them on a small point, generating enough heat to set the tree ablaze. The historical significance of this experiment is twofold. First, it represented a remarkable advancement in the understanding of the relationship between the sun and fire. Second, it demonstrated Buffon's pioneering spirit and his relentless pursuit of knowledge, which inspired countless scientists and thinkers that followed. As the sun sets and the shadows grow longer, Buffon remains undeterred, his eyes fixed on the lenses, his mind focused on the task at hand. The distant tree, a silent witness to this remarkable scene, awaits the fiery embrace of the sun's concentrated rays. This evocative image offers a glimpse into the past, allowing us to marvel at the ingenuity and curiosity of one of history's greatest minds.
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