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Joseph Swan
Sir Joseph Wilson Swan (1828-1914), English chemist, inventor and industrialist. As well as inventing the dry plate photographic process, he gave his first successful demonstration of a light bulb in 1879. Within four years he was manufacturing 10, 000 lamp bulbs a week, and in 1883, he amalgamated his business with Thomas Alva Edison to form the Edison and Swan Electric Company. He became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1874 and was knighted in 1904
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20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the latest addition to our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection: Sir Joseph Wilson Swan by Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite print showcases a captivating portrait of the English chemist, inventor, and industrialist, Sir Joseph Wilson Swan. Known for his groundbreaking invention of the dry plate photographic process, Swan's innovations revolutionized the world of photography. Bring a piece of history into your home or office with this stunning, high-quality print. Each print is meticulously produced using premium materials, ensuring vibrant colors and sharp details that will last a lifetime. Order now and let this inspiring figure ignite your imagination.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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 photograph captures Sir Joseph Wilson Swan (1828-1914), a pioneering English chemist, inventor, and industrialist. Swan is best known for his invention of the dry plate photographic process in 1871, which revolutionized the field of photography by eliminating the need for wet collodion plates. However, Swan's achievements extend beyond photography. In 1879, he gave the first successful demonstration of an incandescent light bulb, using a carbon filament. Within just four short years, Swan's company was manufacturing 10,000 lamp bulbs per week. In 1883, Swan's business amalgamated with Thomas Alva Edison's to form the Edison and Swan Electric Company. Swan's groundbreaking inventions earned him numerous accolades, including a Fellowship of the Royal Society in 1874 and a knighthood in 1904. Swan's contributions to science and industry were significant, paving the way for advancements in both photography and electric lighting. This photograph is a testament to Swan's ingenuity and his impact on the technological landscape of the late 19th century. (Sir Joseph Wilson Swan, English chemist, inventor, and industrialist. Inventor of the dry plate photographic process (1871) and the first successful demonstration of an incandescent light bulb (1879). Amalgamated his business with Thomas Alva Edison to form the Edison and Swan Electric Company in 1883. Became a Fellow of the Royal Society in 1874 and was knighted in 1904.)
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