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Herstmonceux Castle The Royal Greenwich Observatory - the RGO - took possession of
Herstmonceux Castle
The Royal Greenwich Observatory - the RGO - took possession of Herstmonceux Castle in 1948, when it moved from Greenwich in southeast London and converted the house and its grounds towards the study of the night sky. Our Picture Shows the interior of one of the telescopic domes. July 1952 C3464-009
WATFORD
Mirrorpix
Herstmonceaux
East Sussex
England
Media ID 21246485
© Mirrorpix
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the rich history of Herstmonceux Castle with our captivating jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an iconic image of Herstmonceux Castle, now home to The Royal Greenwich Observatory (RGO), taken by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints. Relive the moment when the RGO took possession of this historic castle in 1948 and transformed it into a center for astronomical research. Immerse yourself in the intricate details of this high-quality puzzle and bring the beauty of Herstmonceux Castle into your home.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
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Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
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.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print takes us back to the 1950s, showcasing the magnificent Herstmonceux Castle in all its glory. Once a grand residence, this historic castle found a new purpose when it became home to The Royal Greenwich Observatory (RGO) in 1948. The RGO relocated from its original site in Greenwich, London, and transformed the castle and its sprawling grounds into a hub for studying the wonders of the night sky. In this particular image, we are granted access to an enchanting interior scene within one of the telescope domes. Bathed in soft light, we can almost feel the hushed excitement that must have filled this space as astronomers delved into their celestial explorations. With cutting-edge telescopes at their disposal, these dedicated scientists sought answers to age-old questions about our universe. The photograph not only captures a moment frozen in time but also serves as a reminder of humanity's insatiable curiosity and relentless pursuit of knowledge. It transports us back to an era where scientific progress was made through meticulous observation and analysis rather than advanced technology. As we gaze upon this remarkable image from Memory Lane Prints, let us appreciate both the architectural beauty of Herstmonceux Castle and the intellectual endeavors that unfolded within its walls during those transformative years for astronomy.
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