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An engraving depicting the projecting of a beam of sunlight (white light) passing through a prism and breaking it down into it's separate colours, 19th century
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An engraving depicting the projecting of a beam of sunlight (white light) passing through a prism and breaking it down into it's separate colours, 19th century
5311301 An engraving depicting the projecting of a beam of sunlight (white light) passing through a prism and breaking it down into it's separate colours, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1878); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38358592
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
Beam Dark Darkened Hole Prism Project Projecting Projection Spectrum Sunbeam White Light Triangular Prism
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving from the 19th century beautifully captures the phenomenon of white light passing through a prism and transforming into a vibrant spectrum of colors. The intricate details in this illustration showcase the precise moment when sunlight is refracted and dispersed, creating a mesmerizing display of reds, oranges, yellows, greens, blues, indigos, and violets.
The triangular prism acts as a magical portal through which light travels and emerges transformed into its individual components. The dark background enhances the brilliance of the colors as they dance across the page in a symphony of hues.
As we gaze upon this engraving, we are reminded of the wonders of science and nature coming together to create something truly extraordinary. It serves as a visual representation of Sir Isaac Newton's groundbreaking experiments with optics that led to our understanding of how white light can be separated into its constituent colors.
This print is not just an artistic rendering but also a historical document that sheds light on humanity's quest to unravel the mysteries of light and color. It invites us to marvel at the beauty and complexity inherent in even the simplest natural phenomena.
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