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Chemical Lectures, c. 1809 (engraving) (later colouration)
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Chemical Lectures, c. 1809 (engraving) (later colouration)
XCF309503 Chemical Lectures, c.1809 (engraving) (later colouration) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); (add.info.: The inscription Surrey Insitution on the door frame and the title Accums Lectures on the book in the pocket of the man sitting in the left hand foreground suggests that this image depicts Friedrich Accum (1769-1838), the German chemist whose most important achievements were: advances in gas lighting; keeping processed foods from from dangerous additives; and the promotion of the science of chemistry to the general populace. He lived in London from 1793 to 1821.); English, out of copyright
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Apparatus Audience Chemical Demonstration Experiment Experiments Gas Light Gaslight Kettle Lecturing Teapot Test Enthralled
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This engraving, titled "Chemical Lectures, c. 1809" by Thomas Rowlandson, takes us back to a time when scientific knowledge was being shared with the general populace. The scene is set in the Surrey Institution, as indicated by the inscription on the door frame and the book title held by a man in the foreground. The central figure of this image is believed to be Friedrich Accum, a German chemist who made significant contributions during his time in London. His achievements ranged from advancements in gas lighting to advocating for safer food processing practices. This print captures him delivering an enthralling lecture on chemistry to a diverse crowd. Rowlandson's satirical style shines through as he depicts various elements of scientific apparatus scattered around the room: kettles boiling over with excitement and teapots transformed into vessels of experimentation. The audience appears captivated and eager to witness these chemical demonstrations firsthand. Through this cartoon-like portrayal, Rowlandson manages to convey both humor and intrigue while shedding light on important developments in science during that era. It serves as a reminder of how far we have come since then but also highlights our enduring fascination with scientific exploration. This colorful print from Bridgeman Images invites us into a world where gaslight illuminates not only physical spaces but also minds hungry for knowledge and discovery.
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