Natuurkundige instrumenten 1759

This detailed engraving by Nicolaas van Frankendaal, dated 1759, illustrates various scientific instruments. The image depicts a collection of six different devices labeled "Fig. 1" to "Fig. 6." The central illustration, "Fig. 2," shows a man operating a complex machine with a large wheel and intricate gears, likely used for scientific experimentation. The other drawings depict close-ups of the individual parts of the machine, demonstrating the precision and complexity of the instruments used in 18th-century scientific research. The engraving is a testament to the meticulous detail and technical skill of the artist, capturing the essence of scientific inquiry during a period of significant advancement.