Photographic Print : Mechanical buoy, 19th century
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Mechanical buoy, 19th century
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1890s 1896 Annual Volume Boat Cycle Cycling Engineering Flag Float Floating Foot French Hand Inventor La Science Illustree Louis Figuier Magazine Manual Maritime Mechanical Mechanism Navigating Pedalling Popular Science Propeller Propellers Propelling Sail Sailing Sailor Seat Transport Transportation Vessel Weekly Wind Power Buoy Mono Chrome Pedal Pedaling Pedals Propel
10"x10" Photo Print
Bring the intrigue of history into your home or office with our exquisite selection of photographic prints from the Science Photo Library. This captivating image of a 19th century Mechanical Buoy transports you back in time, showcasing the ingenuity and innovation of the past. Each print is meticulously crafted using high-quality materials and vibrant, long-lasting inks to ensure a stunning and durable display. Add this unique piece to your collection and revel in the beauty and mystery of science's rich history.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" 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 print showcases a remarkable invention from the 19th century - the Mechanical Buoy. Created by a visionary European male inventor, this ingenious contraption combines elements of sailing and cycling to propel itself across the vast ocean. Intriguingly, this historical engineering marvel features a cycle seat mounted on a floating buoy, demonstrating an innovative fusion of technology and maritime exploration. The illustration depicts an adult sailor operating the mechanism with his hands and feet, utilizing wind power to navigate through the sea. The art work captures the essence of this pioneering invention in exquisite monochrome detail, highlighting its significance in revolutionizing transportation at that time. With its propellers driven by pedalling action, this manual technological wonder was featured prominently in popular science magazines like "La Science Illustree" during the late 1800s. As we delve into history through this mesmerizing image captured in 1896, we are reminded of how human ingenuity has always pushed boundaries to conquer new frontiers. This French creation serves as a testament to mankind's relentless pursuit of innovation and our unyielding desire to explore even the most unforgiving environments. Science Photo Library brings us yet another fascinating glimpse into our past with this extraordinary photograph that encapsulates both artistic beauty and scientific curiosity without mentioning any commercial use.
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