Fine Art Print : Guericke at Magdeburg
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Guericke at Magdeburg
His celebrated vacuum experiment at Magdeburg : two teams of eight horses each are unable to pull the two hemispheres apart, though only a vacuum holds them together Date: 1650s
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1650s Celebrated Experiment Guericke Hemispheres Magdeburg Otto Pull Teams Unable Vacuum
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of science history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring this iconic image of Otto von Guericke's Magdeburg Hemispheres Experiment. Witness the awe-inspiring moment as two teams of eight horses each struggle to pull apart the vacuum-sealed spheres, demonstrating the power of nature's forces. This exquisite print, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a must-have for history enthusiasts, scientists, and art collectors alike. Bring the intrigue of the scientific revolution into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality Fine Art Print.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 36.2cm (20" x 14.3")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This image showcases the renowned vacuum experiment conducted by Otto von Guericke at Magdeburg in the 1650s. Guericke, a German physicist and politician, is famously depicted here with two teams of eight horses each, attempting to pull apart two large, hollow, spherical cups or hemispheres. The cups were connected by a narrow tube, creating a vacuum when the air was pumped out. Despite the combined efforts of the powerful horses, they were unable to pull the hemispheres apart, illustrating the remarkable force of the vacuum. This experiment was a significant milestone in the history of science, providing evidence for the existence of a vacuum and contributing to the development of the scientific understanding of atmospheric pressure. Guericke's vacuum experiment was a celebrated achievement, attracting the attention of scholars and intellectuals from across Europe. The image of the horses straining to pull the hemispheres apart became a symbol of the power of scientific inquiry and the mysteries of the natural world. Otto von Guericke's experiment at Magdeburg not only expanded human knowledge but also paved the way for further scientific discoveries in the fields of physics and vacuum technology. This photograph is a testament to the enduring fascination with the power of scientific inquiry and the human spirit's relentless pursuit of knowledge.
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