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Plate VII, from Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen
HMB306174 Plate VII, from Uber den Schachspieler des Herrn von Kempelen und dessen Nachbildung, Leipzig und Dresden: Joh. Gottl. Breitkopf, 1789 (coloured engraving) by German School, (18th century); Humboldt-Universitaet, Berlin, Germany; (add.info.: diagram from Racknitz reconstructing Kempels Chess machine; depicting chess peices and the mechical forearms and hands of the automaton chess player; Chess Turk; ); eHumboldt Innovation, Berlin; eHumboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22404178
© Humboldt Innovation, Berlin Humboldt-Universitaet zu Berlin / Bridgeman Images
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 7.6cm x 6.8cm (3" x 2.7")
Estimated Product Size is 10cm x 10cm (3.9" x 3.9")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This colored engraving, titled "Plate VII" offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of chess-playing automatons in the 18th century. The artwork is part of an esteemed collection housed at Humboldt-Universitaet in Berlin, Germany. The print showcases a diagram from Racknitz's reconstruction of Kempelen's Chess machine, famously known as the Chess Turk. It meticulously depicts various chess pieces alongside the mechanical forearms and hands of this remarkable automaton player. The intricate design and attention to detail highlight the ingenuity behind this groundbreaking invention. As we delve into this historical image, we are transported back to a time when science and robotics were still in their nascent stages. The Chess Turk represents an extraordinary feat of engineering and innovation that captivated audiences across Europe during its heyday. The presence of a turbaned male figure operating this mechanical marvel adds an air of mystique to the scene. This illustration not only serves as a testament to human creativity but also raises intriguing questions about our fascination with machines that mimic human intelligence. Through this beautifully executed engraving, we are reminded of how art can preserve moments from history while simultaneously sparking curiosity about scientific advancements and technological breakthroughs. Plate VII stands as both an artistic masterpiece and a symbol of humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge and progress.
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