Science Progress, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): In the Twentieth Century, a Quarterly Journal of Scientific Work Thought: In the Twentieth Century, a ... of Scientific Work Thought (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

N. H. Alcock

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1330542703 ISBN 13: 9781330542705

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the science of color photography, from early experiments to practical methods and theory. This issue surveys how photographers and physicists approached recording color, including the famous Lippmann process, the role of standing waves, and the rise of three‑color techniques. It presents the challenges, experimental evidence, and differing theories that shaped early color imagery.

Delve into the technical details and historical developments that underpinned color photography in the early 20th century. The article discusses materials, optical considerations, and the limits of faithful color reproduction, all grounded in careful observation and scientific reasoning.

• How silver subchloride and related compounds informed color sensitivity and fixing methods


• The Lippmann process and what it reveals about color records and viewing conditions


• The Young–Helmholtz theory and the three‑color principle for image reconstruction


• Practical challenges and expert perspectives from the era on achieving accurate color

Ideal for readers of early scientific journals, photography historians, and anyone curious about the origins of color imaging.

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Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1330542703
• ISBN 13: 9781330542705
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 718