Robert Hookes drawing of a human louse
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Robert Hookes drawing of a human louse
Louse. Human louse clinging to a hair, drawn by Robert Hooke & published in Micrographia in 1665. Hooke was curator of experiments at the Royal Microscopical Society of London, which was founded in 1660. He used a compound microscope to view a wide range of specimens, then drew & published the results of his remarkably detailed observations. Some of the illustrations in Micrographia were supposedly drawn by Sir Christopher Wren, the architect. Hooke is best remembered for his discovery of the fundamental unit of life, the cell, based on his observations of a section of cork. Born in 1635, he died on March 3rd 1703
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Hookes Drawing Insecta Louse Microscopist Robert Hooke
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This print showcases Robert Hooke's intricate drawing of a human louse clinging to a hair. Published in his groundbreaking work, Micrographia, in 1665, this illustration exemplifies Hooke's remarkable attention to detail and scientific curiosity. As the curator of experiments at the Royal Microscopical Society of London, which was established just five years prior, Hooke utilized a compound microscope to explore various specimens and meticulously documented his findings. Micrographia not only featured Hooke's drawings but also purportedly included illustrations by Sir Christopher Wren, renowned architect and scientist. However, it is for his revolutionary discovery of cells that Hooke is most celebrated. Through careful examination of cork sections under the microscope, he identified these fundamental units of life. Born in 1635 and passing away on March 3rd, 1703, Hooke left an indelible mark on the field of biology with his pioneering observations and publications. This particular image serves as a testament to both his expertise as a microscopist and zoologist. With its historical significance and focus on nature's smallest creatures, this print from Science Photo Library offers viewers an intriguing glimpse into the world of insects while honoring one of science's greatest minds.
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