Electric batteries, 19th century
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Electric batteries, 19th century
Electric batteries. Two early electric batteries connected in series to form a battery pack used to provide electrical power. The first battery was developed by Volta in 1800. Batteries are devices from which electricity is used to power an electrical device. The chemicals inside them (liquids in the case of wet batteries) react when placed in a circuit, producing electricity. Artwork from the third volume (first period of 1889) of the French popular science weekly La Science Illustree
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1889 Annual Volume Battery Chemicals Connected Early Electric Electric Cell Electrical Power Electricity French La Science Illustree Louis Figuier Magazine Popular Science Series Weekly Laboratory Mono Chrome Physical
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This print showcases the fascinating world of electric batteries in the 19th century. The image features two early electric batteries connected in series, forming a battery pack that provided electrical power during this technological era. Developed by Volta in 1800, these batteries were revolutionary devices that harnessed electricity to power various electrical devices. The artwork, taken from the renowned French popular science weekly La Science Illustree, captures the essence of this historical period's scientific advancements. It beautifully illustrates how chemicals inside these batteries (liquids in wet batteries) react when placed within a circuit, generating electricity as a result. With its mono chrome aesthetic and intricate details, this piece transports us back to an age where laboratories were buzzing with experimentation and innovation. It serves as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and progress. As we admire this illustration from the third volume of La Science Illustree's first period in 1889, we are reminded of Louis Figuier's dedication to sharing scientific discoveries with the masses through his influential magazine. This artwork encapsulates both history and technology, offering us a glimpse into Europe's rich scientific heritage while celebrating the ingenuity behind one of our most essential sources of power – electric batteries.
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