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Pneumatic Experiment, one of a series, 1777 (oil on canvas)
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Pneumatic Experiment, one of a series, 1777 (oil on canvas)
BAL37748 Pneumatic Experiment, one of a series, 1777 (oil on canvas) by Loo, Charles-Amedee-Philippe van (1719-95); 35.4x44.4 cm; Archangel Palace, Moscow, Russia; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22790664
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Apparatus Audience Bell Jar Demonstration Enlightenment Equipment Experiment Experimenting Fragile Oxygen Pneumatic Progress Rococo Spaniel Suffocating Suffocation Technology Vacuum Valves Asphyxiation Dying
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This oil on canvas painting titled "Pneumatic Experiment, one of a series, 1777" by Charles-Amedee-Philippe van Loo takes us back to the era of scientific enlightenment. The scene depicts a fascinating experiment taking place within the grand Archangel Palace in Moscow, Russia. In this intricate composition, we see a female scientist seated at a table with various pneumatic apparatus and valves surrounding her. She is conducting an experiment under a bell jar while being observed by an audience that includes both men and women. A small spaniel stands faithfully by her side as she explores the effects of suffocation and asphyxiation. The fragility of life is emphasized through the presence of dying birds within the glass dome, symbolizing the consequences of limited oxygen supply. The artist masterfully captures moments frozen in time - from the scientist's intense focus to the spectators' intrigue and curiosity. With its baroque and rococo influences evident in both style and setting, this painting showcases not only advancements in technology but also societal progress during this period. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of knowledge. "Pneumatic Experiment" invites viewers into an immersive world where science meets artistry. It reminds us how far we have come in understanding our surroundings while highlighting our constant quest for discovery.
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