Mathematical compasses. 17th Century diagram showing the use of mathematical proportional compasses. Published in 'Usage du compas de proportion' by D

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Mathematical compasses. 17th Century diagram showing the use of mathematical proportional compasses. Published in 'Usage du compas de proportion' by Denis Henrion (1624).

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