Microscopische opname van een vliegenoog, zestig keer vergroot 1887 - 1888

"Microscopische opname van een vliegenoog, zestig keer vergroot" (Microscopic image of a fly's eye, magnified sixty times) is a photomicrograph created by Marinus Pieter Filbri in 1887-1888. The image showcases the intricate hexagonal structure of a fly's eye, emphasizing the detail visible through the lens of a microscope. Filbri's work was groundbreaking for its time, showcasing the beauty and complexity of the natural world at a microscopic level. This photograph is an excellent example of early photographic art, where scientific curiosity meets aesthetic exploration.