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A model of the machine of Marly is displayed as part of the exhibition 'Science and Curiosities' at the Court of Versailles at the Chateau de Versailles, outside Paris. The Machine de Marly consisted of fourteen gigantic water wheels that moved 221 pumps to bring water up a hillside from the Seine River for Versailles' fountains.
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An astronomical clock designed by engineer Claude-Sim
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Louis XV was known to be interested in geography and astronomy. On display here, a geography quiz game from the era.
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Louis XV gave this microscope to his father-in-law, Stanislas Leszczinski.
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This globe was made by a mechanic named Mercklein. Globes were considered prestigious items and they often featured in the portraits of kings from that era.
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A biology book from1676.
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Louis XV's rhinoceros.
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Graphometers were widely used by surveyors in 18th century France. The device featured a mobile ruler, small copper plates and a compass for orientation.
