Photographic Print : Guericke at Magdeburg
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Guericke at Magdeburg
His celebrated vacuum experiment at Magdeburg : two teams of eight horses each are unable to pull the two hemispheres apart, though only a vacuum holds them together Date: 1650s
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1650s Celebrated Experiment Guericke Hemispheres Magdeburg Otto Pull Teams Unable Vacuum
10"x8" Photo Print
Experience the intrigue of history with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints featuring "Guericke at Magdeburg" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. Witness the iconic vacuum experiment, where two teams of eight horses each struggle in vain to pull apart two hemispheres, separated only by a vacuum. This thought-provoking image, depicting the groundbreaking scientific demonstration from the 1650s, is a captivating addition to any space, igniting conversations about the power of nature and human curiosity. Bring history to life with the stunning visuals of our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.1cm (10" x 7.1")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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
This image showcases the renowned vacuum experiment conducted by Otto von Guericke at Magdeburg in the 1650s. Guericke, a German physicist and politician, is famously depicted here with two teams of eight horses each, attempting to pull apart two large, hollow, spherical cups or hemispheres. The cups were connected by a narrow tube, creating a vacuum when the air was pumped out. Despite the combined efforts of the powerful horses, they were unable to pull the hemispheres apart, illustrating the remarkable force of the vacuum. This experiment was a significant milestone in the history of science, providing evidence for the existence of a vacuum and contributing to the development of the scientific understanding of atmospheric pressure. Guericke's vacuum experiment was a celebrated achievement, attracting the attention of scholars and intellectuals from across Europe. The image of the horses straining to pull the hemispheres apart became a symbol of the power of scientific inquiry and the mysteries of the natural world. Otto von Guericke's experiment at Magdeburg not only expanded human knowledge but also paved the way for further scientific discoveries in the fields of physics and vacuum technology. This photograph is a testament to the enduring fascination with the power of scientific inquiry and the human spirit's relentless pursuit of knowledge.
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