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Poster Print : Plate I from, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen
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Plate I from, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen
HMB306168 Plate I from, Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung, Leipzig und Dresden: Joh. Gottl. Breitkopf, 1789 (coloured engraving) by German School, (18th century); 20x23 cm; Humboldt-Universitaet, Berlin, Germany; (add.info.: Darstellung der von Racknitz rekonstruierten Kempelenschen Schachmaschine von vorn mit offenen Tueren; diagram from Racknitz reconstructing Kempels Chess machine from the front with its doors open; Chess Turk; ); eHumboldt Innovation, Berlin; eHumboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22357364
© Humboldt Innovation, Berlin Humboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin / Bridgeman Images
Automaton Board Game Checked Chess Player Mechanism Model Robot Robotics Automat
18x24 inch Poster Print
Experience the captivating allure of historical art with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring Plate I from Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung. This exquisite piece, sourced from Bridgeman Images at Fine Art Finder (HMB306168), showcases the intriguing world of the Chess Player of the Baron von Kempelen and his Machine. Bring the rich history and timeless beauty of this masterpiece into your home or office with our high-quality poster prints, perfect for adding character and sophistication to any space.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 61.6cm x 46.3cm (24.3" x 18.2")
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.
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This colored engraving, titled "Plate I from Über den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of chess-playing automatons in the 18th century. The artwork, created by an anonymous German School artist, measures 20x23 cm and is currently housed at Humboldt-Universitaet in Berlin, Germany. The print showcases a detailed diagram of the reconstructed Kempelenschen Schachmaschine (Kempels Chess machine) from the front with its doors open. This mechanical marvel, also known as Chess Turk, was an invention that astounded audiences during its time. It featured a male figure wearing a turban and dressed in traditional attire. The illustration highlights the intricate design and engineering behind this groundbreaking creation. With its checked board game surface and robotic mechanism, it symbolizes the intersection between science and artistry. The plate provides insight into how this automaton operated to play chess against human opponents. As we delve into history through this image, we are reminded of humanity's enduring fascination with technology and innovation. It serves as a testament to our relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries and creating machines capable of imitating human intelligence. With its rich historical context and artistic charm, this engraving invites us to ponder upon the remarkable achievements that have shaped our understanding of robotics throughout centuries past.
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