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An early daguerreotype of the moon, taken by John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond with the 15-inch refractor at the Harvard College Observatory in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 26 February 1852
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An early daguerreotype of the moon, taken by John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond with the 15-inch refractor at the Harvard College Observatory in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 26 February 1852
DAGUERREOTYPE: MOON, 1852.
An early daguerreotype of the moon, taken by John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond with the 15-inch refractor at the Harvard College Observatory in Cambridge, Massachusetts, 26 February 1852. Granger holds millions of images spanning more than 25,000 years of world history, from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age.
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1852 Adams Astronomy Bond Crater Daguerreotype February Frame George Harvard University Massachusetts Moon Observatory Phillips Shadow Space Spotted Telescope Whipple Spot
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This print showcases an early daguerreotype of the moon, captured by the skilled hands of John Adams Whipple and George Phillips Bond. Taken on February 26,1852, at the Harvard College Observatory in Cambridge, Massachusetts, this remarkable image transports us back to a time when space exploration was still in its infancy. The moon's surface is beautifully portrayed through the lens of a 15-inch refractor telescope. Every detail is meticulously preserved in this historic photograph: craters dotting its landscape, shadows casting an ethereal glow, and even a mysterious spot that piques our curiosity. Whipple and Bond's collaboration marked an important milestone in American astronomy. Their groundbreaking work not only expanded our understanding of celestial bodies but also paved the way for future advancements in space exploration. As we gaze upon this extraordinary daguerreotype from over a century ago, we are reminded of the dedication and passion that drove these pioneers to unravel the mysteries beyond our planet. This image serves as a testament to their unwavering commitment to scientific discovery. Displayed proudly within Harvard University's esteemed observatory collection, this piece offers us a glimpse into both history and humanity's unending quest for knowledge about the vast expanse above us.
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