Fine Art Print > Universal Images Group (UIG) > History > Paris
Fine Art Print : Casellis pantelegraph: At the sending station the dispatch was written or drawn
Fine Art Prints from Universal Images Group (UIG)
Casellis pantelegraph: At the sending station the dispatch was written or drawn
Casellis pantelegraph: At the sending station the dispatch was written or drawn on sheet of metallized paper in thick insulating ink and placed on curved plate. At receiving station, sheet of paper impregnated with potassium ferrocyanide placed in plate and stylus produced imaged on the impregnated paper. Wood engraving from Amedee Guillemin Les Applications de la Physique, Paris, 1874
Universal Images Group (UIG) manages distribution for many leading specialist agencies worldwide
Media ID 9783571
© Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group
1874 Amedee Communications Curved Dispatch Drawn Electric Facsimile Paris Physique Plate Potassium Produced Receiving Sending Sheet Station Stylus Telegraph Thick Wood Written Applications Caselli Guillemin Impregnated Insulating Pantelegraph
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the magic of history with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the captivating image of Casellis Pantelegraph. This iconic photograph, sourced from Universal Images Group (UIG), showcases the intriguing process of message transmission through the use of a curved plate and insulating ink on metallized paper at the sending station. Bring this piece of history into your home and add a touch of timeless charm to your decor. Order your Fine Art Print today and relive the past in stunning detail.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 31.3cm x 53.3cm (12.3" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
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 print showcases Casellis pantelegraph, a groundbreaking invention in the field of communications. The image takes us back to the year 1874, when this remarkable device revolutionized long-distance messaging. At the sending station depicted in the picture, an operator carefully writes or draws a dispatch on a sheet of metallized paper using thick insulating ink. This sheet is then placed on a curved plate, ready to be transmitted across vast distances. On the other end of this telegraphic marvel lies the receiving station. Here, another plate awaits with a special sheet of paper impregnated with potassium ferrocyanide. As soon as the transmission begins, an electric stylus traces over the imprinted message on the sending plate. Miraculously, this action produces an exact replica of the original dispatch onto the impregnated paper at lightning speed. The wood engraving from Amedee Guillemin's book "Les Applications de la Physique" captures not only Caselli's ingenious creation but also highlights its significance in advancing communication technology during that era. It is fascinating to witness how early innovators like Caselli paved the way for modern-day fax machines and facsimile transmissions we take for granted today. This historical artifact reminds us of their tireless efforts and ingenuity that laid down foundations for our interconnected world today
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
FREE COLORIZATION SERVICE
You can choose advanced AI Colorization for this picture at no extra charge!
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
