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Voltaic pile by alessandro Volta. Colored engraving
Voltaic pile invented by the italian physicist Alessandro Volta (1745-1827). Colored engraving
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Alessandro Anastasio Antonio Battery Cell Current Discover Discovery Electric Electrical Electricity Electrolyte Giuseppe Invented Invention Physic Physical Physician Physicist Pile Scientist Technology Volta Voltaic 1745 1827 Electrochemical
14"x18" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x12" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.4cm (8" x 12")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.8cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This colored engraving depicts the Voltaic pile, an electrifying invention by the brilliant Italian physicist Alessandro Volta (1745-1827). Volta, along with his assistants Giuseppe, Antonio, and Anastasio, revolutionized the scientific world with this groundbreaking discovery in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Voltaic pile, also known as the electric pile, was the world's first chemical battery. It consisted of alternating layers of zinc and silver discs, separated by absorbent paper soaked in brine. When a conductor was placed between two zinc discs, an electric current flowed, marking the beginning of a new era in the exploration of electricity. Volta's invention, a significant milestone in the history of science, paved the way for further advancements in the field of electrochemistry and electrical technology. The Voltaic pile provided a consistent and reliable source of electrical power, enabling scientists to conduct experiments that were previously impossible. This engraving, a testament to the beauty and intrigue of scientific discovery, showcases the Voltaic pile in all its glory. The intricate details of the battery's design, from the alternating layers of zinc and silver to the absorbent paper and the conductor, are meticulously illustrated. The elegant use of color adds depth and dimension to the image, making it a captivating and enduring representation of Volta's groundbreaking invention. As we marvel at this historical artifact, we are reminded of the profound impact that curiosity and ingenuity can have on the world. Volta's Voltaic pile not only opened the door to a new scientific discipline but also laid the foundation for the technological advancements that have shaped our modern world.
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