Precisely Collection

BABBAGEs ENGINE (1)
Babbages Difference Engine - he was continually modifying the design, as with modern computers, so it is not possible to date this precisely

Kenya Colony Nanyuki District Sign board precisely
Kenya Colony. Nanyuki District. Sign board precisely on the equator. 1936, Kenya

Saint Paula
Roman saint, widow of Toxotius and mother to Lustochium. She went as a pilgrim to Bethlehem, where she died aged precisely 56 years 8 months and 21 days. Date: 347-404

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The Great Elephant Controversy, an Elephant Belonging to the Rajah of Puttiala Precisely Similar to Mr. Barnums Elephant at the Zoological Gardens

Marking wooden post using tape measure and pencil

Grandville Reed 1847
FLECHE D EAU (some kind of water plant, obviously, but I can t match it precisely) Date: 1847

Indian Elephants belonging to the Rajah of Puttiala, 1884
Engraving showing two male Indian elephants belonging to the Rajah of Puttiala, 1884. The elephant in the foreground was the cause of a Great Elephant Controversy that year

Diego De Vicuna
DIEGO ASCENSIO DE VICUNA A splendid portrait of this Spanish amirante-general : but we have not been able to identify him more precisely

Maria Duchesa Mantova
MARIA de GONZAGA duchese de MANTOVA and de Monferat We have not precisely identified this lady

Paris / Sacre Coeur 1919
The Montmartre Funicular : the two coaches pass, precisely half-way up (or down) the slope leading to Sacre-Coeur

Telescope discovery
Jacob Metzu, lensmaker of Middelburg, discovers principle of telescope when his son plays with lenses. Oddly, his fellow-townsman Lippershey does precisely the same

Putney Junior Library
An orderly scene at Putney Junior Library, where Story Hour is held every alternative Thursday at 4.45 precisely. Smartly-dressed, well-behaved children frequent the library

EGG DANCE
Blindfolded, she must regulate her steps precisely so as not to crush the eggs

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"Capturing the Essence of Precision: From BABBAGE's ENGINE to Telescope Discoveries" Step into a world where precision reigns supreme, from the intricate workings of BABBAGE's ENGINE to groundbreaking telescope discoveries. Journey through time and space as we explore remarkable moments that embody the essence of precision. In Frankfurt Judenstrasse, an enchanting street lined with history, we find ourselves transported back in time. Here, Saint Paula once walked these very cobblestones, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering devotion and meticulous attention to detail. Venturing further eastward, Kenya Colony Nanyuki District Sign board precisely marks our path. As we stand before it, its dimensions - Source Size = 3770 x 1669 - remind us that even signage can be crafted with utmost accuracy. A wooden post stands tall before us; its markings etched meticulously using tape measure and pencil. This simple act exemplifies how precision is woven into every aspect of our lives – from construction to design – ensuring perfection at every turn. Grandville Reed's masterpiece from 1847 captures our imagination next. Indian Elephants belonging to the Rajah of Puttiala grace his canvas with majestic poise and exactitude. Each stroke reveals not only their grandeur but also Reed's commitment to capturing their essence flawlessly. Diego De Vicuna emerges on our journey as well – a master craftsman whose hands shape beauty with surgical precision. His sculptures breathe life into stone and metal alike, showcasing his unparalleled skill in creating art that defies imperfection. Maria Duchesa Mantova enchants us next with her exquisite embroidery work; each stitch placed precisely upon delicate fabric forms breathtaking patterns that seem almost impossible in their intricacy. Her dedication reminds us that true artistry lies within precise execution. Paris' Sacre Coeur beckons us forward through time to 1919 when this architectural marvel was completed down to the last detail.