Jigsaw Puzzle : X-Ray - Microscopic x-ray view of a small head louse
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X-Ray - Microscopic x-ray view of a small head louse
X-Ray - Microscopic x-ray view of a small head louse. Part of Box 165 Boswell Collection - X-Rays. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 14371993
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Jigsaw Puzzle (520 Pieces)
Discover the wonders of the microscopic world with Media Storehouse's intriguing X-Ray Jigsaw Puzzle. This captivating puzzle features an X-ray image of a small head louse, taken from the Boswell Collection - X-Rays, circa 1900. Available exclusively from Media Storehouse, this jigsaw puzzle provides a unique and educational experience for puzzle enthusiasts. Delve into the fascinating world of science and biology as you piece together this intricate image, bringing the mysteries of the microscopic world into your home. Engage your mind and sharpen your focus with this challenging and visually stimulating puzzle.
Made in the USA, 520-piece puzzles measure 16" x 20" (40.6 x 50.8 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 40.5cm x 50.8cm (15.9" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing image presents a microscopic x-ray view of a small head louse, captured in an x-ray lantern slide from around 1900. The Boswell Collection, from which this print originates, is a fascinating archive of historical medical and scientific discoveries. X-rays, a relatively new technology at the turn of the 20th century, revolutionized the medical world with their ability to penetrate opaque materials and reveal the internal structures of objects. In this case, the x-ray revealed the minute details of the louse's anatomy, including its distinctive head, thorax, and abdomen. The head louse, a common parasitic insect that infests the human scalp, is notoriously difficult to observe directly due to its tiny size and transparency. The use of x-rays provided a unique perspective, allowing researchers to study the creature's structure in unprecedented detail. This microscopic x-ray view of a head louse offers a glimpse into the early days of medical imaging and the groundbreaking discoveries that emerged from it. The image is not only a testament to the ingenuity of the scientists and technicians who made it possible but also a reminder of the ongoing quest for knowledge and understanding of the natural world.
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