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Hydraulics systems including floating, hydromancy
Hydraulics systems including floating action 1, 2, hydromancy or water divination 3, 4, and Archimedes solution to the problem of Hieros crown 5. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1811
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13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Discover the fascinating world of hydraulics systems with our exclusive range of framed prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring captivating images from Mary Evans Prints Online, these prints showcase the intricate workings of hydraulics in action. From floating systems and hydromancy or water divination, to Archimedes' groundbreaking solution to the problem of the Hieros crown, each print is a testament to the power and beauty of this ancient technology. Perfect for engineers, historians, or anyone with a passion for the wonders of science and technology, these framed prints make a unique and thought-provoking addition to any home or office space.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Hydraulic Wonders: Floating Systems, Hydromancy, and Archimedes' Solution to the Hieros Crown Enigma" 2.. This copperplate engraving, taken from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, published in London by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown in 1811, showcases a series of intriguing hydraulic systems. The illustration, created by Wilson Lowry, offers a glimpse into the 19th-century fascination with the power and potential of water. 3. At the heart of the engraving lies a floating system, where a large, seemingly weightless object is suspended in water by means of hydraulic pressure. This principle, which defies our everyday understanding of buoyancy, was a marvel of engineering and scientific curiosity during the time. 4. Surrounding the floating system, we find an intriguing scene of hydromancy or water divination. Here, a figure is shown using a y-shaped rod to detect water beneath the ground. This ancient practice, believed to be based on the ability to sense changes in water pressure, was widely used for locating water sources and even for predicting future events. 5. The engraving also features Archimedes' solution to the problem of the Hieros crown, a legendary artifact said to be pure gold but whose purity was in question. Archimedes is famously credited with discovering the principle of buoyancy, which he used to determine the crown's authenticity by comparing its weight in water to that in air. 6. This illustration offers a window into the rich history of hydraulics, a field that has shaped our understanding of water's properties and its potential for engineering marvels. From floating systems and divination to the scientific discoveries of Archimedes, this engraving stands as a testament to the enduring fascination with the power of water.
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