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Diagram of a pantograph
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Diagram of a pantograph
Diagram of a pantograph. This is a collection of several metal arms linked in parallelograms. A pointer in one position is traced over a document, and a pen at another position produces and identical, enlarged or miniaturised copy. This plate was first published in Pantagraphice by the inventor, Christoph Scheiner, printed in Rome in 1631
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1600s 17th Century Copy Copying Description Diagram Drawing Engraving Inventor Pantograph Scheiner 1631 Christoph Mono Chrome Scaling
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of 17th-century ingenuity - a diagram of a pantograph. The intricate illustration depicts an invention by the brilliant Christoph Scheiner, as published in his renowned work "Pantagraphice" in Rome, 1631. The diagram reveals an array of metal arms cleverly linked together in parallelograms. This ingenious mechanism allows for the precise replication and scaling of drawings or documents. A pointer positioned at one end traces over the original while a pen at another position simultaneously produces an identical copy, either enlarged or miniaturized. The monochrome engraving exudes historical charm, transporting us back to a time when inventors like Scheiner pushed the boundaries of knowledge and technology. It serves as both a testament to human creativity and an homage to scientific progress during the 1600s. Todd-White Art Photography has masterfully captured this significant moment in history through their lens, preserving every delicate line and curve with meticulous detail. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image, we are reminded of how far we have come since Scheiner's groundbreaking invention revolutionized the art of copying and scaling. Let this evocative photograph transport you into the world of discovery and innovation that defined our past – where ideas were born on paper but had limitless potential to shape our future.
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