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Poster Print : Grey drone-fly, observation XXXIX from Hookes Micrographia, 1664. Artist: Robert Hooke
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Grey drone-fly, observation XXXIX from Hookes Micrographia, 1664. Artist: Robert Hooke
Grey drone-fly, observation XXXIX from Hookes Micrographia, 1664. Micrographica contains prints of some of the specimens Hooke viewed under the compound microscope that he designed. He chose the grey drone-fly because it had the greatest clusters of eyes in proportion to its head. He was one of the founder members of the Royal Society, at which he held the post of Curator of Experiments
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27x27 inch Poster Print
Discover the wonders of the microscopic world with our exclusive range of poster prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring the intricately detailed observation XXXIX of the Grey Drone-Fly from Robert Hooke's groundbreaking work, "Micrographia" (1664), these prints bring the beauty and complexity of Hooke's observations to life. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original image by The Print Collector at Heritage Images, ensuring the highest quality and authenticity. Add this stunning piece of scientific history to your home or office and inspire curiosity and wonder in all who see it.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 69.2cm x 69.2cm (27.2" x 27.2")
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.
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This print showcases the intricate details of a grey drone-fly, as observed by Robert Hooke in 1664. The image is part of Hookes Micrographia, a groundbreaking publication that featured prints of various specimens viewed under his own compound microscope design. Hooke's fascination with the grey drone-fly stemmed from its remarkable clusters of eyes in proportion to its head. In this close-up shot, we are able to marvel at the complexity and precision of nature's creations. Each eye appears like a tiny window into another world, reflecting light and revealing an astonishing level of detail. As one of the founder members of the Royal Society, Hooke held the esteemed position of Curator of Experiments. His contributions to science were vast and influential, particularly in the field of microscopy. This print serves as a testament to his pioneering work and unwavering curiosity about the natural world. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of timelessness to this seventeenth-century masterpiece. It transports us back to an era when scientific discoveries were made through meticulous observation and hand-drawn illustrations. The Oxford Science Archive has preserved this invaluable piece for future generations to appreciate. In collaboration with The Print Collector, Heritage Images brings us this stunning reproduction that allows us to delve into Hooke's extraordinary exploration into microscopic realms. It invites viewers to contemplate not only the beauty but also the infinite wonders hidden within even the tiniest creatures on Earth.
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