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Fine Art Print : Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using the reflecting telescope on the Rocky Mountains to watch the launch of the space capsule Columbiad. From Jules Verne De la Terre a la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving
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Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using the reflecting telescope on the Rocky Mountains to watch the launch of the space capsule Columbiad. From Jules Verne De la Terre a la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving
538161 Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using the reflecting telescope on the Rocky Mountains to watch the launch of the space capsule Columbiad. From Jules Verne De la Terre a la Lune, Paris, 1865. Wood engraving.; (add.info.: Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using the reflecting telescope on the Rocky Mountains to watch the launch of the space capsule Columbiad, 1865 (engraving)); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38104636
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1865 Cambridge Cambridgeshire Capsule Columbiad Director Fiction Jules Launch Lune Massachusetts Observatory Reflecting Rocky Space Telescope Terre Timbers Verne Watch Wood Material
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with this captivating fine art print capturing the Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using a reflecting telescope to watch the launch of the space capsule Columbiad. From Jules Verne's "De la Terre a la Lune" and brought to life through a wood engraving by Bridgeman Images, this piece is sure to add a touch of history and wonder to any space.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 36cm x 50.8cm (14.2" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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In this wood engraving from Jules Verne's "De la Terre a la Lune" published in Paris in 1865, we see the Director of Cambridge Observatory, Massachusetts, using a reflecting telescope perched on the Rocky Mountains to witness the historic launch of the space capsule Columbiad. The scene is filled with anticipation and wonder as he gazes up at the sky, tracking the flight of this groundbreaking spacecraft.
The intricate details captured in this print transport us back to a time when space exploration was still just a dream. The combination of science and fiction depicted here is truly mesmerizing, showcasing humanity's insatiable curiosity about what lies beyond our planet.
As we gaze upon this image, we are reminded of the pioneering spirit that drives us to reach for the stars and explore the unknown. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come in our quest for knowledge and discovery.
This wood engraving not only captures a moment in history but also sparks our imagination and ignites our sense of adventure. It is a testament to human ingenuity and determination, inspiring us to continue pushing boundaries and reaching for new heights.
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