Metal Print : Jean-Antoine Chaptal
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Jean-Antoine Chaptal
JEAN-ANTOINE CHAPTAL comte de Chanteloup, French chemist, suggested adding sugar to speed fermentation of wine &c
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1756 1832 Adding Antoine Chemist Comte Fermentation Speed Sugar Suggested Wine Chanteloup Chaptal
16"x24" (61x41cm) Metal Print
Bring a touch of history into your home with our exquisite Metal Prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece features the renowned French chemist, Jean-Antoine Chaptal, as captured in an elegant portrait by Mary Evans Picture Library from Mary Evans Prints Online. Known as the Comte de Chanteloup, Chaptal is celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to the world of chemistry, most notably his suggestion to add sugar during wine fermentation. Our high-quality Metal Prints not only showcase stunning visuals but also offer a contemporary and sophisticated look with their vibrant colors and sleek finish. Add this captivating image of Chaptal to your collection and ignite conversations with its intriguing history.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 61.5cm (16.2" x 24.2")
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 portrait captures Jean-Antoine Chaptal (1756-1832), a renowned French chemist who made significant strides in the scientific understanding of wine production. Known as Comte de Chanteloup, Chaptal is best remembered for his groundbreaking discovery that adding sugar to wine during fermentation could speed up the process without altering its taste. Born in Paris, Chaptal showed an early aptitude for science and mathematics. He studied at the École Normale Supérieure and went on to become a professor of chemistry at the École des Mines. Chaptal's extensive research in the field of chemistry led him to experiment with winemaking, and in 1791, he published his influential book "Essai sur la Propriétés Localisées des Corps," which included his findings on the role of sugar in fermentation. The addition of sugar to wine was a controversial idea at the time, as some believed it would negatively impact the taste. However, Chaptal's meticulous experiments and clear explanations won over many skeptics, and his method became widely adopted by winemakers. Chaptal's contributions to the world of winemaking were not limited to the laboratory, as he also served as the Minister of the Interior under Napoleon Bonaparte and played a crucial role in reorganizing the French wine industry. This photograph, taken in 1832, captures Chaptal in the twilight of his illustrious career. With a keen gaze and a furrowed brow, he appears deep in thought, perhaps pondering his next scientific discovery. The portrait serves as a testament to Chaptal's enduring legacy as a pioneering chemist and a visionary figure in the history of winemaking.
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