A woodcut engraving depicting iron hitting flint being used to create a spark. Descartes used this to illustrate his idea that essential particles (in this case fiery ones) make up all things. Dated 17th century

A woodcut engraving depicting iron hitting flint being used to create a spark. Descartes used this to illustrate his idea that essential particles (in this case fiery ones) make up all things. Dated 17th century Stock Photo
Preview

Image details

Contributor:

World History Archive / Alamy Stock Photo

Image ID:

RJAE9W

File size:

60 MB (1.7 MB Compressed download)

Releases:

Model - no | Property - noDo I need a release?

Dimensions:

4705 x 4458 px | 39.8 x 37.7 cm | 15.7 x 14.9 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

1692

More information:

This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

Available for editorial use only. Get in touch for any commercial
or personal uses
.