Framed Print : Electricity Guericke
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Electricity Guericke
At Hamburg, Otto von Guericke, burgomaster of Magdeburg, demonstrates an electrical machine - the first of its kind, based on a rotating sphere generating force
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Media ID 597512
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1672 Based Burgomaster Demonstrates Electrical Electricity Experiments Generating Guericke Hamburg Kind Magdeburg Otto Rotating Sphere
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Electricity Guericke" Framed Print from Media Storehouse, an intriguing addition to your home or office decor. This exquisite print, sourced from the esteemed Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a pivotal moment in scientific history: Otto von Guericke, the Magdeburg burgomaster, demonstrating his groundbreaking electrical machine in Hamburg. The first of its kind, this rotating sphere generator showcases the power of electricity in a fascinating and innovative way. Bring the intrigue of the past into your present with this beautifully framed and preserved piece, sure to spark curiosity and conversation in any setting.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
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
In this intriguing historical image from the annals of science, Otto von Guericke, the esteemed burgomaster of Magdeburg, is seen conducting an experiment with an electrical machine at Hamburg in the year 1672. This photograph, preserved by Mary Evans Picture Library, offers a glimpse into the past, when the understanding of electricity was still in its infancy. Otto von Guericke, a man of great intellect and curiosity, was a pioneer in the field of physics and is best known for his groundbreaking work on vacuums. However, this image captures him in the midst of an electrical demonstration, showcasing the first electrical machine of its kind. The machine, based on a rotating sphere, generated a force that left onlookers in awe. The sphere, suspended by insulating rods, is seen spinning rapidly, generating an electric charge. The force generated by the machine is evident in the way the rods are pulled apart, demonstrating the attractive power of electricity. This experiment was a significant milestone in the history of electricity, paving the way for further research and discoveries in this fascinating field. The image is a testament to the curiosity and ingenuity of the human mind, as Otto von Guericke sought to unravel the mysteries of the natural world. The rotating sphere, a simple yet powerful invention, would have left those present in Hamburg that day with a sense of wonder and excitement. This photograph, a snapshot of a moment in time, serves as a reminder of the importance of scientific exploration and discovery.
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