MAXWELL, James Clerk (1831-1879). The Scientific Papers of James Clerk Maxwell. Edited by W.D. Niven. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1890.
MAXWELL, James Clerk (1831-1879). The Scientific Papers of James Clerk Maxwell. Edited by W.D. Niven. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1890. 2 volumes, 4 o . Engraved portraits on india paper mounted, and 14 engraved diagrams (light spotting). Contemporary navy blue calf gilt, red and green morocco lettering pieces (rebacked preserving original spines). Provenance: G.H.A. Wilson (bookplate). FIRST EDITION of this compilation of Maxwell's papers, comprising some of the Scottish theoretical physicist's greatest work. Considered by many to be the 19th century scientist who had the greatest influence on 20th century physics, Maxwell contributed greatly to the field of electromagnetism and helped lay the groundwork for future discoveries in special relativity and quantum mechanics. (2)
MAXWELL, James Clerk (1831-1879). The Scientific Papers of James Clerk Maxwell. Edited by W.D. Niven. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1890.
MAXWELL, James Clerk (1831-1879). The Scientific Papers of James Clerk Maxwell. Edited by W.D. Niven. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press, 1890. 2 volumes, 4 o . Engraved portraits on india paper mounted, and 14 engraved diagrams (light spotting). Contemporary navy blue calf gilt, red and green morocco lettering pieces (rebacked preserving original spines). Provenance: G.H.A. Wilson (bookplate). FIRST EDITION of this compilation of Maxwell's papers, comprising some of the Scottish theoretical physicist's greatest work. Considered by many to be the 19th century scientist who had the greatest influence on 20th century physics, Maxwell contributed greatly to the field of electromagnetism and helped lay the groundwork for future discoveries in special relativity and quantum mechanics. (2)
.jpg "Quelle: Christie's")
Testen Sie LotSearch und seine Premium-Features 7 Tage - ohne Kosten!
Lassen Sie sich automatisch über neue Objekte in kommenden Auktionen benachrichtigen.
Suchauftrag anlegen
.jpg "Quelle: Christie's")
.jpg "Quelle: Christie's")
