Johann Franz Encke
Title

Johann Franz Encke

Caption

Johann Franz Encke (1791-1865) German astronomer; proved that comet of 1818 had already been observed in 1786,1795 and 1805; since called Encke's comet. Engraving

Date

18th century

Credit line

Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

Reference

ARP07103_460000283

License type

Rights managed

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