Canvas Print : LEYDEN JAR / 1882
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LEYDEN JAR / 1882
An electrostatic generator connected to a Leyden Jar, a cylindrical device used by early experimenters to store electrical energy. Date: 1882
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Media ID 7139909
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1882 Apparatus Connected Cylindrical Device Electrical Electricity Electrostatic Energy Generator Leyden Store
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring history to life with our stunning Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, titled "Leyden Jar / 1882," showcases an electrostatic generator connected to a Leyden Jar, a significant invention from the past used to store electrical energy. With its intriguing history and timeless appeal, this print is a must-have for any home or office. Our high-quality canvas prints are meticulously crafted to bring out the rich details and vibrant colors of this captivating image, making it a true work of art that will surely inspire conversation. Add this unique piece to your collection and relive the scientific discoveries of yesteryears."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
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
1. Title: "Harnessing the Power of Static: An 1882 Image of an Electrostatic Generator Connected to a Leyden Jar" This image, dated 1882, showcases an electrostatic generator in the process of charging a Leyden Jar, a historical device used by early scientists to store electrical energy. The electrostatic generator, an intricate apparatus composed of various metal components, is connected to the cylindrical Leyden Jar via a series of conductive wires. The Leyden Jar, named after the Dutch physicist Eborhardt van Meijenfeldt, Baron von Leyden, was first discovered in 1745. It is a glass container filled with water and covered with metal foil or a conductive material. When charged, the Leyden Jar accumulates a significant electric charge, which can be discharged through a spark gap, producing a visible electrical discharge. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early electrical experimentation. Scientists of the time employed various methods to generate static electricity, such as rubbing amber rods or using friction machines. The invention of the electrostatic generator, however, allowed for a more efficient and controlled method of generating large amounts of electrical charge. The connection of the electrostatic generator to the Leyden Jar in this image demonstrates the scientists' pursuit of understanding and harnessing the power of electricity. The Leyden Jar served as a crucial tool in early electrical research, paving the way for the development of more sophisticated technologies and applications of electricity in various fields, including telecommunications, power generation, and electronics. This image not only showcases the beauty and complexity of early scientific apparatus but also highlights the relentless curiosity and ingenuity of the scientific community in the pursuit of knowledge and innovation.
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