Canvas Print : Orffyreus Wheel & Man
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Orffyreus Wheel & Man
The perpetual motion wheel of Orffyreus, real name Johann Ernst Elias Bessler, is set in motion by a man
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Media ID 4370948
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1720 Elias Ernst Johann Machines Motion Perpetual Real Wheel Bessler
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
"Bring the intrigue of history into your home with our exquisite Canvas Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating piece features the enigmatic Orffyreus Wheel & Man, an illustration of the perpetual motion machine claimed to have been invented by Johann Ernst Elias Bessler. Witness the mesmerizing image of the wheel in motion, skillfully set against the backdrop of a man in deep concentration. This Rights Managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online adds an intellectual and thought-provoking touch to any room. Order your Canvas Print today and unlock the mysteries of the past in stunning, high-quality detail."
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.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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 image depicts the enigmatic Orffyreus Wheel, also known as the Perpetual Motion Machine of Johann Ernst Elias Bessler. The German inventor, born in 1680, claimed to have created a machine that could generate continuous motion without an external power source, defying the laws of physics as we know them. The Orffyreus Wheel, named after its alleged inventor Orphyreus, was said to be set in motion by a single turn of a crank, after which it would continue to rotate indefinitely. The historical context of this intriguing invention dates back to the early 18th century, around 1720, when the industrial revolution was just beginning to take shape. The quest for perpetual motion machines was a popular pursuit among inventors and scientists of the time, driven by the desire to harness unlimited energy and revolutionize the world of industry. In this photograph, we see a man in period attire, poised to turn the crank that sets the Orffyreus Wheel in motion. The machine, a complex arrangement of gears and wheels, is shown in the background, its intricate design a testament to the ingenuity and determination of its creator. Despite numerous attempts to replicate and prove the validity of the Orffyreus Wheel, no definitive evidence has ever been found to support its perpetual motion claims. Nevertheless, the legend of the Orffyreus Wheel continues to captivate the imagination, serving as a reminder of the human spirit's relentless pursuit of innovation and the boundaries of scientific knowledge.
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