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The South Shields Pendulum Experiments (engraving)
1607840 The South Shields Pendulum Experiments (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South Shields Pendulum Experiments. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 November 1854.
English School (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22264054
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bottom Coal Mining Mouth Polar Expeditions South Shields Tyne Wear
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
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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The South Shields Pendulum Experiments - A Glimpse into 19th Century Scientific Exploration
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This engraving, dating back to the 19th century, offers a fascinating insight into the groundbreaking South Shields Pendulum Experiments. The image showcases a pendulum room filled with an air of scientific curiosity and wear from years of exploration. The South Shields Pendulum Experiments were conducted in the coastal town of South Shields, England, during a time when polar expeditions and coal mining dominated local industries. This unique experiment combined elements of astronomy and coal mining to study the Earth's gravitational pull. At the bottom center of this print lies Harton Coal Pit, where these experiments took place. Scientists used pendulums to measure variations in gravity caused by different geological features beneath the surface. These findings not only advanced our understanding of Earth's structure but also had implications for astronomical research. The intricate details within this engraving transport us back to an era when science was at its zenith. From astronomers peering through telescopes to miners diligently working underground, every element tells a story about humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge. As we gaze upon this historical masterpiece captured by Bridgeman Images, let us appreciate how far we have come in unraveling nature's mysteries while acknowledging those who paved the way for modern scientific exploration.
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