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Experiment on an apple tree
Experiment on an apple tree. Illustration (prob. Engraving) from Stephen Hales, Statical essays: containing vegetable staticks.. Vol. I, 3rd ed. Date: 1738-40
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1738 Apple Essays Experiment Hales Stephen Vegetable
30"x20" (76x51cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the intrigue of scientific discovery into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This stunning illustration, titled "Experiment on an Apple Tree," is taken from Stephen Hales' "Statical Essays: Containing Vegetable Staticks" published in the late 1730s. The intricately detailed engraving, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases the curiosity of the scientific mind as it probes the mysteries of nature. Add this unique piece to your decor and ignite conversations with its captivating imagery and historical significance. Order your Canvas Print today and let the beauty of the past enhance your living space."
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
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Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 76.2cm (20" x 30")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This intriguing illustration is taken from the third edition of Stephen Hales' "Statical Essays: Containing Vegetable Staticks," published between 1738 and 1740. The image, which is likely an engraving, depicts an experiment being conducted on an apple tree. Hales, an English scientist and clergyman, was a pioneer in the field of plant physiology, and his work in this area helped to bridge the gap between the study of plants and that of animals. In this experiment, a series of tubes and containers have been affixed to the tree, with various liquids and powders added to them. The purpose of the experiment is not immediately clear, but it appears that Hales may be investigating the flow of sap in the tree, or perhaps examining the effects of various substances on the growth and health of the apple branches. The title of the work, "Vegetable Staticks," provides a clue to the nature of Hales' inquiries, as it refers to the study of the physical properties and behavior of plants. The meticulous detail and precision of the illustration are a testament to the rigorous scientific methods employed by Hales and his contemporaries during this period. The image also serves as a reminder of the crucial role that observation and experimentation play in advancing our understanding of the natural world.
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