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Portrait of Stephen Hales, chemist and inventor. 1800 (engraving)
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Portrait of Stephen Hales, chemist and inventor. 1800 (engraving)
7235083 Portrait of Stephen Hales, chemist and inventor.1800 (engraving) by Hudson, Thomas (1701-79) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Oval portrait of Reverend Dr. Stephen Hales, FRS, natural philosopher, botanist, chemist and inventor, author of Vegetable Staticks, 1677-1761. Engraving by William Hopwood after a portrait by Thomas Hudson, RA. Garden landscape with his inventions using a bell jar and pneumatic trough for scientific experiments on plant physiology and transpiration in plants. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Dr. Robert John Thorntons New Illustration of the Sexual System of Carolus von Linnaeus, the Temple of Flora, London, 1800.); © Florilegius
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This engraving, titled "Portrait of Stephen Hales, chemist and inventor" showcases the esteemed Reverend Dr. Stephen Hales in all his scientific glory. Created in 1800 by Thomas Hudson and engraved by William Hopwood, this print offers a glimpse into the life and accomplishments of a remarkable individual. Reverend Dr. Stephen Hales was not only a chemist and inventor but also a natural philosopher, botanist, and author of "Vegetable Staticks". The oval portrait captures his intellectual prowess as he stands amidst a garden landscape filled with his groundbreaking inventions. Notably, he is shown utilizing a bell jar and pneumatic trough for scientific experiments on plant physiology and transpiration. The hand-colored copperplate stipple engraving brings to life the intricate details of this historical moment. It is part of Dr. Robert John Thorntons' renowned work "New Illustration of the Sexual System of Carolus von Linnaeus" published in London in 1800. This artwork from Bridgeman Images transports us back to the 17th century when scientific exploration was at its peak. It serves as a testament to Hales' significant contributions to botany, natural history, and science itself. As we gaze upon this print, we are reminded that behind every great invention lies an innovative mind like that of Reverend Dr. Stephen Hales - forever immortalized through art for generations to come.
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