Reference number | CLP/2/10 |
Level | Item |
Title | Diagrams, optical instrument by unknown artist |
Date | [17th century] |
Description | Diagrams, figures 1-4, showing an optical box or microscope to see things bigger or smaller. The box can be opened and the object placed on a plate. The box contains a lens, a microscope or magnifying glass, and has an opening for the light source to enter (e.g. the sun or a candle). The diagrams are accompanied by an explanation of the figures.
Subject: Engineering / Optics |
Language | French |
Extent | 1p |
Format | Diagram |
Physical description | Watercolour and ink on paper |
Digital images | View item on Science in the Making |
Access status | Open |
Related records in the catalogue | CLP/2/10/1 |
CLP/2/10/2 |