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Great Melbourne Telescope, Australia, wood engraving, published in 1870
Great Melbourne Telescope. It was built by Thomas Grubb in Dublin, Ireland in 1868, and installed at the Melbourne Observatory in Melbourne, Australia in 1869. Wood engraving, published in 1870
Unveiling the Splendour of Australia through Exquisite Artwork
ZU_09
1383998084
Media ID 24574575
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Step back in time with our exquisite poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. Featuring the Great Melbourne Telescope, an engineering marvel built by Thomas Grubb in Dublin, Ireland in 1868. Installed at the Melbourne Observatory in Australia in 1869, this historic wood engraving, published in 1870, captures the essence of scientific discovery and the awe-inspiring power of human ingenuity. Bring this piece of Australian history into your home or office and transport yourself to a bygone era with every look.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
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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This wood engraving, published in 1870, showcases the magnificent Great Melbourne Telescope. A true marvel of its time, this remarkable instrument was built by the skilled hands of Thomas Grubb in Dublin, Ireland back in 1868. The telescope found its final home at the prestigious Melbourne Observatory in Australia a year later. The image captures the grandeur and intricate details of this scientific masterpiece. Standing tall against a backdrop of clear skies and lush greenery, the telescope's imposing structure commands attention. Its sleek metal frame is delicately balanced on sturdy supports, while an array of gears and pulleys hint at its complex inner workings. The artist has skillfully captured every minute detail with their expert wood engraving technique. From the fine etchings on the telescope's surface to each individual cog within its mechanism, no aspect has been overlooked. This print serves as a testament to both human ingenuity and our insatiable curiosity about the universe around us. It transports us back to a time when astronomers peered through eyepieces like these to unlock secrets hidden among distant stars. As we gaze upon this historical artifact today, we are reminded not only of how far we have come but also how much more there is left to discover. This wood engraving stands as a timeless tribute to one man's vision brought to life halfway across the world – forever preserving an important chapter in Australia's scientific heritage.
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