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System of Optics, or the Doctrine of Light Colours

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1790-1840

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https://collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/objects/co65203/system-of-optics-or-the-doctrine-of-light-colours-print-engraving

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Print of 'System of Optics or the Doctrine of Light Colours', 1790-1840, figures illustrating an artificial eye, a magic lantern and a 'catoptric [relating to mirrors and reflected images] cistula', with diagrams illustrating light and shadow, and the principles of a camera obscura.
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Courtesy of the Science Museum

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