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Otto von Guericke (1606-1686), German inventor, engineer and physicist, c1672. Portrait
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Otto von Guericke (1606-1686), German inventor, engineer and physicist, c1672. Portrait
Otto von Guericke (1606-1686), German inventor, engineer and physicist, c1672. Portrait from his Experimenta Nova, ut vocant, Magdeburgica, de vacuo Spatio (New Magdeburgian Experiments, as they are called, relating to a Vacuum), (Amsterdam, 1672), in which he published details of his invention of the air pump, 1650, and his experiments on the power of a vacuum. Engraving
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1650 1672 Amsterdam Details Engineer Experimenta Experiments German Guericke Invention Inventor Nova Otto Physicist Pneumatics Power Published Pump Scientist Vacuum Relating
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This portrait showcases Otto von Guericke, a renowned German inventor, engineer, and physicist who lived from 1606 to 1686. The image dates back to approximately 1672 and is taken from his groundbreaking publication titled "Experimenta Nova, ut vocant, Magdeburgica, de vacuo Spatio" (New Magdeburgian Experiments, as they are called, relating to a Vacuum), which was published in Amsterdam in the same year. In this engraving, we see von Guericke depicted with an air of intelligence and curiosity. His pioneering work on the invention of the air pump in 1650 is highlighted here along with his extensive experiments on the power of a vacuum. This print serves as a visual representation of his significant contributions to the field of pneumatics. The detail captured in this portrait allows us to appreciate von Guericke's dedication and passion for scientific exploration. As one gazes at this image, it becomes evident that he was not only an accomplished scientist but also an ingenious engineer whose discoveries continue to shape our understanding of physics today. This photograph print by Universal Images Group (UIG) offers viewers a glimpse into the life and achievements of Otto von Guericke—a true visionary whose legacy remains etched in history.
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