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Pierre-Louis Moreau de Maupertuis (1698-1759) in Finland, 1736. 1874 (engraving from Vies des Savants Illustres du XVIIIe Siecle, Louis Figuier, Paris)
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Pierre-Louis Moreau de Maupertuis (1698-1759) in Finland, 1736. 1874 (engraving from Vies des Savants Illustres du XVIIIe Siecle, Louis Figuier, Paris)
540692 Pierre-Louis Moreau de Maupertuis (1698-1759) in Finland, 1736. 1874 (engraving from Vies des Savants Illustres du XVIIIe Siecle, Louis Figuier, Paris); (add.info.: In 1736 Maupertuis, French astronomer and mathematician, led an expedition to Lapland to measure the length of a degree along the meridian. The expedition included the French mathematicians Alexis Claude Clairault (1713-1765) and Charles Etienne Louis Camus (1699-1768). They set up their headquarters at Torino in Northern Finland. In summer they were plagued by insects and in winter suffered from the cold.); Universal History Archive/UIG
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This engraving from 1874 depicts Pierre-Louis Moreau de Maupertuis during his groundbreaking expedition to Lapland in 1736. Leading a team of French mathematicians, Maupertuis set out to measure the length of a degree along the meridian in Finland. The group faced numerous challenges during their time in Torino, Northern Finland, including swarms of insects in the summer and bitter cold in the winter.
Maupertuis' dedication to scientific exploration and precision is evident in this image, as he braves the elements to further our understanding of astronomy and mathematics. His work paved the way for future advancements in these fields and solidified his place among the great minds of the 18th century.
The detailed engraving captures not only Maupertuis' likeness but also conveys a sense of adventure and determination that defined his career. As we gaze upon this historical image, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by early scientists in pursuit of knowledge and discovery.
Through this print, we are transported back to a time when scientific exploration was at its peak, with Maupertuis leading the charge towards new horizons. His legacy lives on through this striking portrayal, inspiring us to continue pushing boundaries and seeking answers to life's greatest mysteries.
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