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Portable tent type of camera obscura placed on a table so that it could be used to
Portable tent type of camera obscura placed on a table so that it could be used to draw the landscape projected down onto sheet of white paper on table. From The Complete Dictionary of Arts and Sciences, edited T.H. Crocker, T. Williams and S. Clarke, London, 1764. Engraving
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1764 Camera Clarke Complete Dictionary Down Draw Drawing Edited Lens Obscura Optics Paper Portable Science Sciences Sheet Table Tent Type Williams Crocker Projected
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This print showcases a remarkable invention from the 18th century - a portable tent type of camera obscura. Placed delicately on a table, this ingenious device allowed artists to draw landscapes with utmost precision. The image projected down onto a sheet of pristine white paper, creating an enchanting visual aid for their artistic endeavors. The engraving is taken from "The Complete Dictionary of Arts and Sciences" edited by T. H. Crocker, T. Williams, and S. Clarke in London back in 1764. It beautifully captures the essence of this optical marvel that revolutionized the art world during its time. With its lens carefully positioned within the tent-like structure, this portable camera obscura harnessed the principles of optics to project scenes onto the awaiting canvas below. Artists would then skillfully trace these projections to create stunningly accurate depictions of nature's beauty. This historic artifact serves as a testament to humanity's perpetual quest for innovation and creative expression throughout history. Its significance lies not only in its practicality but also in its contribution to advancing scientific understanding. As we gaze upon this intriguing print, we are transported back centuries ago when artists relied on such ingenious devices to capture nature's splendor with unparalleled accuracy and detail.
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