Display of the Arts and Sciences - Experiments
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Display of the Arts and Sciences - Experiments
A general display of the Arts and Sciences. Frontipiece plate, showing a wide variety of scientific experiments and demonstrations taking place. A library is seen in the backgroudnd, a classical building to the right and a balloon flying in the sky. Source: The new royal encyclopaedia, or, Complete modern universal dictionary of arts & sciences, on a new and improved plan by Hall, William Henry, d. 1807. Published by Le Clerc, artist - Grignion, engraver. Printed for C. Cooke Date: circa 1789
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Arts Astronomical Balloons Experiments Globes Instruments Inventors Libraries Sciences Scientific Scientists Skeletons Telescopes Dictionaries
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This print, titled "The New Royal Encyclopaedia, or, Complete Modern Universal Dictionary of Arts & Sciences," offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of 18th-century scientific exploration and intellectual curiosity. The image serves as a frontispiece to the encyclopedia, showcasing a diverse range of experiments and demonstrations taking place in an open-air setting. At the heart of the display, scientists and inventors are seen engrossed in their work, meticulously observing the outcomes of their investigations. A variety of scientific equipment and astronomical instruments are in use, including telescopes, microscopes, barometers, and globes. The presence of skeletons and anatomical models suggests an interdisciplinary approach to learning, with both natural sciences and the arts represented. In the background, a grand library stands as a testament to the importance of knowledge accumulation and preservation. The classical architectural style of the building underscores the significance of the intellectual pursuits taking place. A hot air balloon soaring in the sky symbolizes the spirit of discovery and innovation, as mankind reached new heights in both scientific and artistic endeavors. This image, published by Le Clerc, artist, and Grignion, engraver, and printed for C. Cooke around 1789, offers a rich and intriguing snapshot of the Arts and Sciences during a pivotal period in history. The encyclopedia, which this print accompanied, aimed to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date record of human knowledge, reflecting the intellectual climate of the time and the boundless curiosity that fueled scientific and artistic progress.
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