Fine Art Print : Sir H Davy / Penzance
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Sir H Davy / Penzance
SIR HUMPHRY DAVY Scientists birthplace in Penzance, Cornwall Date: 1778 - 1829
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Media ID 14280261
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1778 1829 Birthplace Davy Humphry Penzance Places Scientist Scientists
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich history and scientific brilliance of Sir Humphry Davy, the legendary Cornish scientist, through our exquisite range of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. Featuring this evocative image of Davy's birthplace in Penzance, captured by the skilled lens of Mary Evans Prints Online, these prints are a must-have for any history or science enthusiast's collection. Each print is meticulously produced using high-quality materials, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your home or office decor. Bring the past to life with our captivating Fine Art Prints, and relive the stories of the great minds that shaped our world.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 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 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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 evocative image transports us back in time to the quaint seaside town of Penzance in Cornwall, England, where the renowned scientist Sir Humphry Davy was born in 1778. The photograph captures the essence of the historic town, with its narrow, cobbled streets, horse-drawn carts, and the imposing silhouette of St. Mary's Church and its towering spire in the background. Sir Humphry Davy is considered one of the most influential scientists of the 19th century, best known for his pioneering work on electrochemistry and the discovery of several elements, including sodium and potassium. His groundbreaking research on the effects of inhaling nitrous oxide, or "laughing gas," led to its use as an anesthetic in surgery. The photograph offers a glimpse into the world that shaped Davy's formative years. The people and scenes depicted in the image – the horse and cart, the churchgoers, and the street vendors – would have been familiar sights and sounds to the young scientist as he grew up in this picturesque Cornish town. As we gaze at this image, we are reminded of the rich history and the enduring impact of scientific discovery, as well as the importance of the places and experiences that shape the lives of the brilliant minds who have shaped our world.
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