Gebruik van de halve cirkel geïllustreerd 1690

This print, titled "Gebruik van de halve cirkel geïllustreerd," was made by Sébastien Leclerc I sometime in the 17th or early 18th century. It's an etching, meaning that the design was first incised into a metal plate, likely copper, and then printed onto paper. The sharpness of the lines suggests that Leclerc may have used a tool called a burin to cut the image, allowing for precise and detailed work. The print illustrates the use of a semicircle instrument, likely for surveying or measuring distances. The process involves careful calculation and application of geometric principles to determine inaccessible distances. The print is fascinating because it's where art meets science and craft. Leclerc's work showcases the essential connection between artistic skill, technical knowledge, and the practical application of mathematical concepts in the early modern period. It blurs the lines between art, craft, and scientific illustration.