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Original - Isothermal chart of the world created by William Channing Woodbridge in 1823 using the work of Alexander von Humboldt
ALT - edited by Durova and Jujutacular.
Reason
Historically significant map of the world showing Alexander von Humboldt's "isothermal lines". Created by William Channing Woodbridge in 1823.
Articles this image appears in
Timeline of meteorology, Alexander von Humboldt
Creator
Jujutacular (restoration)
  • Actually it isn't done. Perhaps the equator is straight, but the image needs perspective correction. Did you save a version prior to working on the histogram? If so, and if it doesn't step on your toes, I'd like to lend a hand. There are substantial brightness differences across different regions of this image and the librarian's notes haven't been removed. Other assorted issues (large low level smuddges etc.) could be addressed. Highly encyclopedic, would like to collaborate and make this restoration all it could be. Best regards, Durova364 22:30, 13 November 2009 (UTC)[reply]
  • Unfortunately no, I didn't save a version prior to working on the histogram... If you want, I could go back to the original and redo most of my restoration work without messing with the histogram or perspective, then send it over? I'd be glad to let you help. Jujutacular T · C 03:15, 14 November 2009 (UTC)[reply]
It's important to keep in mind that based on the articles in which this image is cited as appearing, this image is _not_ being offered for the encyclopedic value of the depiction of information in the image as a map; but rather for Timeline of meteorology (where it illustrates a moment in the history of the science of meteorology), and Alexander von Humboldt (the map cites Humboldt as the source of its data, which helps illustrate how the scientific community held Humboldt's research in high regard). Spikebrennan (talk) 15:01, 19 November 2009 (UTC)[reply]
I think a rerun is in order. I'm moving this back to the top of the nominations, with the edit now complete. SpencerT♦Nominate! 23:10, 20 November 2009 (UTC)[reply]

Promoted File:Woodbridge isothermal chart3.jpg --Papa Lima Whiskey (talk) 10:51, 28 November 2009 (UTC)[reply]