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SAMUEL CLEGG (1781-1861). English engineer and inventor. Fearing an explosion, Sir Joseph Banks and other members of the Royal Society of London flee in terror as Samuel Clegg holds a lit candle close to a leak from a gas tank in order to demonstrate the safety of his gas works at Westminster, 1813: wood engraving, French, 1870, after Emile Bayard
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SAMUEL CLEGG (1781-1861). English engineer and inventor. Fearing an explosion, Sir Joseph Banks and other members of the Royal Society of London flee in terror as Samuel Clegg holds a lit candle close to a leak from a gas tank in order to demonstrate the safety of his gas works at Westminster, 1813: wood engraving, French, 1870, after Emile Bayard
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1813 Banking Bayard Beaver Beaver Hat Candle Danger Emile Engineer Fear Fire Inventor Joseph Pollution Royal Society Safety Samuel Science Smoke Stack Society Tank Westminster Clegg Gas Works
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This print captures a historic moment in the life of Samuel Clegg, an English engineer and inventor. In 1813, amidst fears of explosion, Sir Joseph Banks and other members of the Royal Society of London can be seen fleeing in terror as Clegg fearlessly holds a lit candle close to a leak from a gas tank. The purpose behind this daring act was to demonstrate the safety of his revolutionary gas works at Westminster. The wood engraving, created by Emile Bayard in 1870 and later reproduced by French artists, beautifully portrays the intensity and danger surrounding this groundbreaking experiment. The image showcases Clegg's unwavering confidence as he challenges conventional wisdom and pushes boundaries in pursuit of progress. Clegg's invention not only revolutionized gas works but also paved the way for advancements in science, engineering, and safety measures. This powerful visual narrative highlights both the early dangers associated with such innovations as well as their potential benefits to society. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from The Granger Collection's archives, we are reminded of the courage displayed by pioneers like Samuel Clegg who dared to challenge established norms for the betterment of humanity. It serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of knowledge even when faced with great risks.
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