Colour print of Benjamin Franklin and his son performing a kite experiment

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Framed Print of Franklins lightning experiment, 1752

Benjamin Franklins lightning experiment. Coloured artwork of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) and his 21-year-old son William, performing their famous experiment on 15 June 1752, flying a kite in a thunderstorm. A metal wire on the kite attracted a lightning strike and electricity flowed down the string to a key, charging a Leyden jar (capacitor) seen near Franklins hand. This experiment proved that lightning was an electrical phenomenon, and supported Franklins invention of lightning rods. Some scientists died repeating the experiment, and the Franklins were lucky they were not killed themselves. Artworks such as this are based on the description Franklin gave to Joseph Priestley. This artwork is from A Travers l Electricite (G. Dary, Paris, 1900). Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © SHEILA TERRY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

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Bring the fascination of history's greatest scientific discoveries into your home with our Framed Prints. This artwork depicts Benjamin Franklin and his son William during the iconic 1752 lightning experiment. Witness the electrifying moment as Franklin harnessed the power of nature, forever changing the course of science. Our Framed Prints are meticulously crafted, ensuring a premium and long-lasting display of this image from the Science Photo Library. Elevate your space with this educational addition to your collection.

A dramatic moment in the history of science is captured in this vibrant artwork. Benjamin Franklin and his son William stand together, their faces set with determination as they conduct a daring experiment on a stormy day. The 21-year-old William holds the kite string while his father observes from beneath an umbrella, a Leyden jar at the ready to collect the electrical charge that will soon flow through it. This iconic scene showcases Franklin's pioneering spirit and willingness to push boundaries in pursuit of knowledge.

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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 23.9cm (7.6" x 9.4")

Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")