The Daguerreian Journal, Vol. I, No. 8, March 1, 1851 by Various
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"The Daguerreian Journal, Vol. I, No. 8, March 1, 1851" by Various is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. This journal is dedicated to the Daguerrian and Photogenic arts, encompassing various topics related to photography, chemistry, and artistic techniques of the time. The content likely addresses innovations in photography and the sciences that support it, along with discussions of applicable artistic methods and materials for practitioners. The opening of this
issue presents a detailed exploration of methods for etching Daguerreotype plates, grounded in chemical experimentation. The text outlines a novel process proposed by W. R. Grove, advocating for a technique that combines Daguerreotype plates with electrical currents to create an etching that captures fine details more effectively than previous methods. This portion emphasizes the practical applications of chemistry in enhancing photographic processes, while also hinting at a broader discourse on the intersection of science and art during the era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Various |
|---|---|
| Editor | Humphrey, S. D. (Samuel Dwight), 1823-1883 |
| Title | The Daguerreian Journal, Vol. I, No. 8, March 1, 1851 |
| Credits |
Produced by Tom Cosmas produced from files generously provided on The Internet Archive. All resultant materials are placed in the Public Domain. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TR: Technology: Photography |
| Subject | Daguerreotype |
| Subject | Photography -- Periodicals |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63427 |
| Release Date | Oct 10, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 338 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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