Luigi Galvani Collection

An engraving depicting Luigi Galvani investigating the behaviour of muscles stimulated by electricity
5311438 An engraving depicting Luigi Galvani investigating the behaviour of muscles stimulated by electricity. Luigi Galvani (1737-1798) an Italian physician, physicist, biologist and philosopher

Engraving depicting Luigi Galvani's outdoor experiment which investigates the behaviour of muscles stimulated by
5309465 Engraving depicting Luigi Galvani's outdoor experiment which investigates the behaviour of muscles stimulated by electricity; (add.info)

Engraving depicting Luigi Galvani's experiment which investigates the behaviour of muscles stimulated by
5309466 Engraving depicting Luigi Galvani's experiment which investigates the behaviour of muscles stimulated by electricity; (add.info)

Luigi Galvani (chromolitho)
667003 Luigi Galvani (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luigi Galvani. French educational card, late 19th century.); © Look and Learn

Luigi Galvani (engraving)
3098019 Luigi Galvani (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luigi Galvani. Illustration for Cent Tableaux de Science Pittoresque by Albert-Levy (Hachette)

Electroplating (colour litho)
3099327 Electroplating (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Electroplating. Illustration for Lecons De Choses Illustrees (Imagerie D Epinal, Pellerin)

Luigi Galvani, Italian doctor and physicist (chromolitho)
972268 Luigi Galvani, Italian doctor and physicist (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Luigi Galvani (1737-1798), Italian doctor and physicist

Luigi Galvani with frog specimen (oil on canvas)
LRI3725846 Luigi Galvani with frog specimen (oil on canvas) by Italian School, (18th century); Universita di Bologna, Italy; (add.info)

The frog of Galvani (engraving)
3098026 The frog of Galvani (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The frog of Galvani)

Galvanis discovery, 1780 (1894). Italian physiologist Luigi Galvani experimenting on frogs. A professor working in Bologna

Luigi Galvani, 18th century Italian physiologist, 1880
Luigi Galvani, 18th century Italian physiologist, [1880]. Galvani (1737-1798) discovered animal electricity (voltaic or galvanic electricity)

Luigi Galvanis experiments with electricity, 1791. An electrostatic machine, a Leyden jar and various experiments conducted by Italian physiologist Galvani (1737-1798)

Luigi Galvani

Luigi Galvani statue, Bologna, Italy
Luigi Galvani statue. Italian anatomist Luigi Galvani (1737-1798) noticed that dead frogs twitched when included in a circuit with metals (books and a dissected frog shown here)

The Galvanis experimenting on frogs
Luigi Galvani and his wife Lucia demonstrating contractions of the muscles of the leg of a frog caused by electrical stimulation

Galvani experimenting on frogs
Luigi Galvani demonstrating the contraction of the muscles in the leg of a frog.He first observed the twitching and contraction of a frogs leg when two different metals were placed on its spinal cord

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Luigi Galvani, an Italian doctor and physicist of the 18th century, made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of electricity. Through his experiments with frogs, he unraveled the mysteries of bioelectricity. In a captivating chromolitho portrait, Luigi Galvani's determined gaze reflects his dedication to scientific exploration. Another engraving showcases Luigi Galvani alongside a frog specimen, emphasizing his pivotal role in understanding animal physiology and nerve impulses. The oil on canvas painting titled "The Frog of Galvani" immortalizes this significant moment in scientific history. Galvani's most notable discovery occurred in 1780 when he observed that frog legs twitched when exposed to electrical currents. This remarkable finding paved the way for further research into electromagnetism and laid the foundation for modern neurophysiology. A vibrant color lithograph captures Luigi Galvani surrounded by apparatus used for electroplating—an innovative technique derived from his studies on electricity. This image symbolizes how Galvani's work transcended theoretical knowledge and found practical applications in various industries. In an intriguing chromolitho print from 1880, we see Luigi Galvani portrayed as both a doctor and physicist—a testament to his multidisciplinary approach towards science. His contributions extended beyond experimental findings; they encompassed medical practice as well. An engraving from 1894 commemorates "Galvanis Discovery, " paying homage to this revolutionary breakthrough that forever changed our understanding of electrical phenomena. It serves as a reminder of how one person's curiosity can reshape scientific paradigms. Luigi Galvanis' experiments with electricity in 1791 marked another milestone in his illustrious career. These endeavors propelled him into becoming one of Italy's most renowned physiologists during the Enlightenment era. Through these visual representations spanning different artistic mediums—chromolithos, engravings, oil paintings—we gain insight into Luigi Galvanis' immense impact on the scientific community.