Antique Framed Print : Richard Phillips
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Richard Phillips
RICHARD PHILLIPS chemist, fellow of the Royal Society Date: 1778 - 1851
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1778 1851 Chemist Fellow Phillips
18"x18" (46x46cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 12x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 18x18 inches (46x46cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.5cm x 29.4cm (10.8" x 11.6")
Estimated Product Size is 46.5cm x 46.5cm (18.3" x 18.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Richard Phillips, FRS: A Pioneering British Chemist of the 19th Century" Richard Phillips (1778-1851), depicted in this evocative portrait, was a distinguished British chemist and a fellow of the prestigious Royal Society. Born in London on December 13, 1778, Phillips made significant contributions to the field of chemistry, particularly in the areas of inorganic and analytical chemistry. Phillips' early education was at the Merchant Taylors' School in London, where he developed a keen interest in natural philosophy. He went on to study at the Royal Institution under the tutelage of Sir Humphry Davy, a renowned chemist and inventor. Phillips' association with Davy proved to be a pivotal moment in his career, as he became deeply influenced by Davy's groundbreaking research on the isolation of elements using volatilization and electrolysis. In 1811, Phillips was elected a fellow of the Royal Society, an honor bestowed upon him for his notable achievements in the field of chemistry. He continued to conduct research and publish papers throughout his career, including studies on the analysis of minerals, the synthesis of new compounds, and the investigation of various chemical processes. One of Phillips' most significant contributions to chemistry was his work on the analysis of silicates. He was the first to recognize that silicates were complex compounds consisting of silicon, oxygen, and various metals. Phillips' research laid the groundwork for the modern understanding of silicate minerals and their role in the Earth's crust. Richard Phillips passed away on February 25, 1851, leaving behind a rich legacy in the world of chemistry. His pioneering work paved the way for future generations of chemists and contributed to the advancement of scientific knowledge in the 19th century. This portrait serves as a testament to Phillips' enduring impact on the scientific community and his dedication to unraveling the mysteries of the chemical world.
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