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Allegory about the progress of science and technology related to electricity
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Allegory about the progress of science and technology related to electricity
GIA4801812 Allegory about the progress of science and technology related to electricity: around the globe are represented the Italian physicist Guglielmo Marconi (1874-1937), inventor of the telegraph, a woman on a wireless telegraphy station and on the left Benjamin Franklin inventor of the lightning rod. Engraving from 1892 by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Allegory about the progress of science and technology related to electricity: around the globe are represented the Italian physicist Guglielmo Marconi (1874-1937), inventor of the telegraph, a woman on a wireless telegraphy station and on the left Benjamin Franklin inventor of the lightning rod. Engraving from 1892); eGiancarlo Costa; out of copyright
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Advancement Benjamin 1706 1790 Earth Globe Electricity Franklin Guglielmo 1874 1937 Learned Lightning Rod Marconi Modernity Modernization Physical Physicist Telegraph Wireless Telegraph T
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This engraving from 1892, titled "Allegory about the progress of science and technology related to electricity" takes us on a journey through time and space. At its center stands Guglielmo Marconi, the brilliant Italian physicist who revolutionized communication with his invention of the telegraph. Representing modernity and advancement, Marconi's presence symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge. To his right, we see a woman stationed at a wireless telegraphy station, her poised figure embodying the power of connectivity that electricity brings. She represents not only the progress made in communication but also signifies the increasing role women played in scientific endeavors during this era. On the left side of this allegorical scene stands Benjamin Franklin, renowned for his groundbreaking work on lightning rods. As an inventor himself, Franklin serves as a testament to human ingenuity throughout history. The globe surrounding these figures further emphasizes their global impact; their contributions have reached every corner of our world. This image beautifully captures how science and technology have transformed society by bridging distances and connecting people across vast expanses. Created by an unknown artist in the 19th century, this engraving is both visually stunning and intellectually stimulating. It reminds us that our understanding of electricity has shaped our modern lives in countless ways – from lighting up cities to powering devices that keep us connected today.
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