Photographic Print : Electricity / Voltaic Pile
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Electricity / Voltaic Pile
VOLTAIC PILE The first workable device for generating a consistent flow of electricity, invented in 1799 by Alessandro Volta
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1799 Alessandro Batteries Cells Device Electricity Flow Generating Invented Pile Volta Voltaic Consistent
14"x11" Photo Print
Introducing the captivating addition to our Media Storehouse range of Photographic Prints: "Electricity / Voltaic Pile" by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. This mesmerizing image brings to life the intrigue and innovation of the past as it showcases Alessandro Volta's groundbreaking invention - the Voltaic Pile, the first consistent electric current generator, created in 1799. Relive the scientific breakthroughs of history with this exquisite print, perfect for your office, living room or as a thoughtful gift for the history and science enthusiast in your life. Experience the thrill of the past, brought to you in stunning photographic detail.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 12.6cm x 35.5cm (5" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 35.5cm (11" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases the Voltaic Pile, the groundbreaking invention that revolutionized the scientific world in 1799. Invented by the Italian physicist Alessandro Volta, this device marked the first significant step towards the practical generation of a consistent flow of electricity. The Voltaic Pile, also known as the Voltaic battery, was a crude precursor to modern batteries, consisting of a stack of copper and zinc plates separated by brine-soaked paper or cloth. When a circuit was completed through the pile, an electric current flowed, producing a small but measurable voltage. Volta's invention challenged the prevailing scientific understanding of electricity, which held that it was a non-renewable, non-conductive fluid that flowed only in specific natural phenomena, such as lightning. Volta's pile demonstrated that electricity could be generated artificially, paving the way for further research and development in the field. This historic artifact is a testament to the ingenuity and curiosity of its creator, Alessandro Volta, and the profound impact of his discovery on the scientific community. The Voltaic Pile laid the foundation for the development of the electric cell, which, in turn, led to the advent of electric power and the myriad technological advancements that have shaped our modern world. This photograph, taken from the Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the rich history of scientific discovery and the transformative power of human curiosity and ingenuity.
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