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Photographic Print : Peppers Ghost
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Peppers Ghost
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Media ID 6468975
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1880 Device Early France French Glass Henry Historic History Of Science Illusion Instrument Optical Optics Pepper Performance Performing Plane Plate Reflection Sheet Theatre Visual Trick John Henry Mono Chrome Special Effect Trickery
10"x8" Photo Print
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Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Peppers Ghost" takes us back to the early days of theatrical performances, where technology and artistry merged to create mesmerizing illusions. The image showcases a historical device known as Pepper's Ghost, invented by John Henry Pepper in 1880. In this illustration, we witness the magic unfold on stage as an actor performs behind a glass sheet. Through clever manipulation of light projectors and reflections, the actor's ghostly figure appears to materialize before our eyes. This optical trickery was widely used in French theaters during that era, adding a touch of mystique and wonder to stage plays. The monochrome aesthetic adds an air of nostalgia to this artwork, transporting us back in time when visual tricks were at their peak. It serves as a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of artists who pushed boundaries using limited technological resources available. "Peppers Ghost (Peppers Ghost)" is not just a mere photograph; it encapsulates history itself - both in terms of science and entertainment. It reminds us how innovation can shape artistic expression while leaving audiences spellbound with its special effects. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from Science Photo Library, we are reminded that even today's cutting-edge technologies have roots deeply embedded in the past.
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