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Discovery of phosphorus, 17th century C013 / 7690
Discovery of phosphorus. 18th-century artwork thought by some to show the German alchemist Hennig Brand (c.1630-c.1710) discovering phosphorus (glowing) in 1669. Brand is kneeling by the glowing flask. Two young assistants stand near a small candle on a workbench. This 1775 engraving is by William Pether, after the 1771 painting The Alchemist in Search of the Philosophers Stone by Joseph Wright of Derby
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1600s 1669 17th Century 18th Century Alchemy Assistant Assistants Black And White Candle Chemicals Chemist Discovering Discovery Engraving German Glowing Hamburg History Of Science Phosphorous Scientist Workbench Working Young 1775 Joseph Wright Of Derby William Pether
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Bring the intrigue of scientific history into your home or office with our stunning Media Storehouse Poster Print of "Discovery of Phosphorus, 17th century" by Gregory Tobias/Chemical Heritage Foundation/Science Photo Library. This captivating artwork, depicting the German alchemist Hennig Brand's legendary discovery of phosphorus in 1669, is a must-have for any science enthusiast or history buff. With its rich detail and vibrant colors, this poster print is sure to make a bold statement in any space. Immerse yourself in the story of this groundbreaking discovery and add a touch of intellectual curiosity to your surroundings. Order yours today!
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 42cm x 52.9cm (16.5" x 20.8")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This engraving takes us back to the 17th century, depicting a significant moment in scientific history - the discovery of phosphorus. The artwork is believed to portray German alchemist Hennig Brand, who made this groundbreaking discovery in 1669. In the image, we see Brand kneeling beside a glowing flask, his face illuminated by its ethereal light. Two young assistants stand nearby, their attention drawn to a small candle on a workbench. The scene exudes an air of intense curiosity and excitement as these individuals witness the birth of a new chemical element. Created in 1775 by William Pether after Joseph Wright of Derby's painting "The Alchemist in Search of the Philosophers Stone" this engraving beautifully captures both the historical significance and human drama surrounding this pivotal event. It transports us back to an era when alchemy was still practiced as part science and part mysticism. Through this artwork, we are reminded of the tireless pursuit of knowledge that has shaped our understanding of chemistry today. It serves as a testament to humanity's unending quest for discovery and innovation. As we gaze upon this print from Science Photo Library's collection at Chemical Heritage Foundation, we can't help but feel inspired by those early pioneers who dared to explore unknown realms and unravel nature's secrets.
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