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The Benefactors of Mankind, plate depicting Great Inventions
CHT163156 The Benefactors of Mankind, plate depicting Great Inventions, 2nd half of 19th century (colour engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris, France; (add.info.: Les Bienfaiteurs de l humanite, planche sur les grandes inventions; Humphry Davy (1778-1829) inventor of a miner safety lamp; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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The Benefactors of Mankind - Celebrating Great Inventions
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. This print showcases a remarkable plate titled "The Benefactors of Mankind, plate depicting Great Inventions" created during the second half of the 19th century by French School. The image, now housed in the Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, France, beautifully captures a momentous era of progress and innovation. Within this intricate engraving, we are transported to a world where human ingenuity knows no bounds. From left to right, an array of groundbreaking inventions unfolds before our eyes. A steam engine powers forward with relentless determination while a bustling train transports passengers towards new horizons. Nearby stands Humphry Davy, inventor of the miner safety lamp that revolutionized underground work environments. In this tableau of advancement and modernity, we witness other pivotal discoveries such as vaccination against cowpox and anesthesia techniques like chloroform and ether. The printing press symbolizes knowledge dissemination while factories hum with productivity. Agriculture flourishes through cultivation methods like fish breeding and sugar beet farming. Throughout this vibrant scene emerge notable figures who have shaped history – Gutenberg with his revolutionary printing technique; Jenner pioneering vaccines; De L'Épée advocating for sign language education for the deaf; Parmentier promoting potato cultivation; Serres advancing silk production. As we gaze upon this extraordinary artwork capturing humanity's triumphs over adversity, it serves as a testament to our boundless potential for invention and progress. It reminds us that each generation has its own benefactors who propel society forward into uncharted territories – leaving an indelible mark on future generations yet to come.
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