Caliper Collection

Audi TTS Germany

Calipers
Illustration of a Calipers

1969 Dutch Grand Prix
Zandvoort, Holland. 19-21 June 1969. Jackie Stewart, Matra MS84 Ford, in practice. Ref: 69HOL05. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

1969 Dutch Grand Prix
Zandvoort, Holland. 19-21 June 1969. Graham Hill, Lotus 63 Ford, in practice. Ref: 69HOL04. World Copyright: LAT Photographic

Formula 1 1979: Austrian GP
OSTERREICHRING, AUSTRIA - AUGUST 12: Arrows A2 Ford, front suspension and brake during the Austrian GP at Osterreichring on Sunday August 12, 1979, Austria. (Photo by Ercole Colombo / Studio Colombo)

1987 Japanese Grand Prix Suzuka, Japan. 29th October - 1st November 1987. Yannick Dalmas, Larrousse Lola LC87 Ford, missing his front left wheel, is passed by Stefan Johansson, McLaren MP4-3 TAG

John Beddoe, M. D. F. R. S. 1905 (oil on canvas)
2829328 John Beddoe, M.D. F.R.S. 1905 (oil on canvas) by Warn, Elizabeth B. (d.1948); 91.4x76.2 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; (add.info.: John Beddoe (21 September 1826 - 19 July 1911)

Melencolia I by Albrecht Durer (1471-1528) on of his 3 master engravings completed
5615762 Melencolia I by Albrecht DAorer (1471-1528) on of his 3 master engravings completed in 1514. by DAorer or Duerer, Albrecht (1471-1528); Private Collection; (add.info)

Frontispiece to Trigonometria by Bonaventura Cavalieri, 1643 (engraving)
XJF425379 Frontispiece to Trigonometria by Bonaventura Cavalieri, 1643 (engraving) by Italian School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Spreading calipers used by Dr. Montague Cobb, mid 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Physician and physical anthropologist William Montague Cobb (1904-1990) was the first African-American Ph.D in anthropology. He was also involved in civil rights activism

Gravure en Taille Douce: suite de la pl. I, 1771 / 1779. Creator: Antonio Baratta
Gravure en Taille Douce: suite de la pl. I, 1771/1779. [Intaglio engraving]

Gravure en Bois, Outils: pl. I, 1771 / 1779. Creator: Antonio Baratta
Gravure en Bois, Outils: pl. I, 1771/1779. [Wood engraving, tools]

Antoine Coyzevox, 1708. Creator: Jean Audran
Antoine Coyzevox, 1708

Gravure en Bois, Outils: pl. II, 1771 / 1779. Creator: Antonio Baratta
Gravure en Bois, Outils: pl. II, 1771/1779. [Wood engraving, tools]

Two Seated Men with Calipers, T-Square, and Compass, 1870s-80s. Creator: Unknown
Two Seated Men with Calipers, T-Square, and Compass, 1870s-80s

Beetle and Calipers

Bag for sliding caliper used by Dr. Montague Cobb, mid 20th century. Creator: Unknown
William Montague Cobb (1904-1990) was an African-American physician, physical anthropologist and civil rights activist. A professor at Howard University

Sliding caliper used by Dr. Montague Cobb, mid 20th century. Creator: Unknown
Physician and physical anthropologist William Montague Cobb (1904-1990) was the first African-American Ph.D in anthropology. He was also involved in civil rights activism

Disabled children, Ghana, West Africa

Jaguar XKR Silverstone

caliper
Antique illustration of a caliper

Of the folysshe descripcion and inquisicion of dyuers contrees and regyons, illustration
XJF486456 Of the folysshe descripcion and inquisicion of dyuers contrees and regyons, illustration from Alexander Barclays English translation of The Ship of Fools

Portrait of the sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen, 1823 (oil on canvas)
BAL341663 Portrait of the sculptor Bertel Thorvaldsen, 1823 (oil on canvas) by Begas, Karl Joseph (1794-1854); 32.5x24.5 cm; State Hermitage Museum, St

John Michael Rysbrack Modelling His Terra-Cotta Statue of Hercules John Michael Rysbrack The Sculptor John Michael Rysbrack with his Terra-Cotta Statue of Hercules Signed and dated

GRINLING GIBBONS (1648-1720). English woodcarver and sculptor. Oil on canvas after a painting, c1690, by Sir Godfrey Kneller

Bronze caliper with engraved heart-shaped leaves decoration, from Pompei
Roman civilization, 1st century A.D. Bronze caliper with engraved heart-shaped leaves decoration. From Pompei

Technical drawing instruments F007 / 0072
Technical drawing instruments

Technical drawing instruments F007 / 0071
Technical drawing instruments

Gerardus Mercator, Flemish cartographer C018 / 7016
Gerardus Mercator (1512-1594). 1870 engraving of the Flemish cartographer, philosopher and mathematician Gerardus Mercator, measuring a globe with a pair of dividers

MEASURING & MARKING STONE. A mason measuring and marking stone with rulers and calipers prepatory to cutting. Line engraving, French, 18th century

Dial calipers

Measuring body fat
MODEL RELEASED. Measuring body fat

Scientific equipment, historical artwork
Scientific equipment. Historical artwork of a range of equipment used for scientific measurements and drawings. At centre left is a hydrostatic balance

Anthropometry, 19th century
Anthropometry. Man having the length of his ear measured. This measurement, along with other standard measurements of body parts

Caliber compasses, 19th century
Caliber compasses. Engraving of a diagram of a pair of caliber compasses. These were used to assess the size and thus the weight of projectiles such as cannon balls

BMW M6 German Germany

Buell Firebolt America

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Caliper: A Tool That Measures Beyond Boundaries From the sleek Audi TTS speeding through Germany's autobahn to the vibrant calipers adorning its wheels, precision and performance go hand in hand. These mechanical marvels have come a long way since their inception, with roots tracing back to significant historical moments. In 1969, during the Dutch Grand Prix, calipers played a crucial role in ensuring accurate measurements for optimal racing performance. Just as John Beddoe meticulously captured his subjects on canvas in 1905, these devices capture precise measurements that shape our world. Speaking of artistry, Albrecht Durer's masterpiece "Melencolia I" showcases intricate details reminiscent of the meticulous craftsmanship found within calipers themselves. Similarly, Bonaventura Cavalieri's engraving gracing the frontispiece of Trigonometria (1643) demonstrates how these tools enable us to measure angles and distances with unparalleled accuracy. Even portraits tell tales of innovation - an oil painting from Berlin in 1820 depicts an architect holding a caliper as a symbol of their profession's precision. Meanwhile, Dr. Montague Cobb utilized spreading calipers in mid-20th century medical practice; their purpose extended beyond measurement into understanding human anatomy. The artistry doesn't end there - Antonio Baratta's engravings from 1771/1779 showcase woodcutting tools used by craftsmen who relied on calipers for impeccable results. Jean Audran immortalized Antoine Coyzevox's sculpture from 1708 using his own artistic skills but surely benefited from precise measurements taken by trusty calipers. Through centuries and across various disciplines, this humble tool has proven indispensable time and again. Whether it be measuring speed on racetracks or capturing beauty on canvas or even aiding scientific discoveries – every stroke made by these instruments brings us closer to perfection.