Gabriel Lippmann quotes

In the case of composite colour, an infinity of systems must be obtained for maxima infinitely slight and with an infinity of interval values separating them - that is to say, the whole thickness of the sensitive layer is occupied in continuous manner by these maxima. (Gabriel Lippmann)
The problem of direct colour photography has been facing us since the turn of the last century. View quote
Gabriel Lippmann
Most of these pictures, taken while travelling, were developed on the mantelpiece of a hotel room, which proves that the method is easy enough to carry out. View quote
Gabriel Lippmann
When the shot is afterwards subjected to white light, colour appears because of selective reflection. View quote
Gabriel Lippmann
Life is short and progress is slow. View quote
Gabriel Lippmann
I got quite good results from protein plates. View quote
Gabriel Lippmann
The series of photographic operations, developing, washing, final drying, takes about quarter of an hour. View quote
Gabriel Lippmann