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COLIN MACLAURIN Scottish mathematician
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1698 1746 Colin Curly Geometry Globes Mathematician Oval
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.6cm x 23.7cm (6.5" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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 evocative portrait captures the intellectual depth and scholarly elegance of Colin Maclaurin (1698-1746), a renowned Scottish mathematician of the early Enlightenment period. Maclaurin is depicted here in formal attire, with a serious expression and a curly wig that was fashionable during the time. The background of the image is adorned with globes and geometric shapes, reflecting Maclaurin's expertise in geometry and mathematics. Born in 1698 in Kilmory, Argyllshire, Scotland, Maclaurin studied at the University of Glasgow before traveling to Edinburgh to further his education. He later became a professor of mathematics at the University of Marischal in Aberdeen, where he made significant contributions to various fields of mathematics, including calculus, geometry, and number theory. One of Maclaurin's most notable achievements was his work on spherical harmonics, which laid the foundation for modern harmonic analysis. He also made important discoveries in the fields of infinitesimal calculus and differential equations. Maclaurin's work was influential in the development of mathematical physics and astronomy, and his textbooks were widely used in universities throughout Europe. This portrait, taken in 1746, captures Maclaurin at the height of his intellectual prowess. The globes and geometric shapes in the background symbolize his deep understanding of the natural world and his ability to describe it mathematically. The long, flowing wig and formal attire reflect the scholarly fashion of the time, while Maclaurin's intense gaze suggests a mind fully engaged in the pursuit of knowledge. Maclaurin's legacy as a mathematician and scholar continues to be celebrated today, and this portrait serves as a reminder of the intellectual curiosity and dedication that characterized the scientific community of the early Enlightenment period.
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