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George Calver, English instrument maker
George Calver (1834-1927) English scientific instrument maker. Calvers interest in astronomy began in childhood when his local clergyman showed him a reflecting telescope and challenged him to produce a mirror of better quality. He accepted the challenge, and spent his life producing mirrors for telescopes. His business flourished and grew, and the high quality of his work meant his mirrors were bought by amateur and professional astronomers all over the world. He continued working into his nineties, and by the time he died had produced as many as 4000 excellent optical mirrors
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 44.6cm x 62cm (17.6" x 24.4")
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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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This print showcases George Calver, an esteemed English instrument maker known for his exceptional work in the field of astronomy. Born in 1834, Calver's fascination with celestial bodies began during his childhood when a local clergyman introduced him to a reflecting telescope. Inspired by this encounter, he embarked on a lifelong journey to produce mirrors of superior quality for telescopes. Calver's dedication and craftsmanship propelled his business to great success as amateur and professional astronomers from around the world sought out his meticulously crafted optical mirrors. His reputation as a skilled artisan grew exponentially over time, solidifying him as one of the most renowned instrument makers in history. Even into his nineties, Calver continued honing his craft and perfecting each mirror he produced. By the time of his passing in 1927, it is estimated that he had manufactured up to an astonishing 4000 high-quality optical mirrors. This monochrome portrait captures the essence of an extraordinary individual who dedicated himself wholeheartedly to advancing scientific exploration through precision instruments. George Calver's contributions have left an indelible mark on the realms of optics and astronomy, forever cementing him as a pioneer in these fields.
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