Electrolytic Collection

Engraving depicting Heroult's cell for the electrolytic production of aluminium, 19th century
5309441 Engraving depicting Heroult's cell for the electrolytic production of aluminium, 19th century; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Heroult's cell for the electrolytic production of)

Statuette moulee en gutta-percha et prete a recevoir la carcasse de platine, procede Lenoir (engraving)
5992647 Statuette moulee en gutta-percha et prete a recevoir la carcasse de platine, procede Lenoir (engraving) by European School

Jacobi decouvre la plasticite du cuivre precipite par la pile (engraving)
5992651 Jacobi decouvre la plasticite du cuivre precipite par la pile (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Bain de galvanoplastie pour la reproduction des gravures sur bois (engraving)
5992653 Bain de galvanoplastie pour la reproduction des gravures sur bois (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Objets d orfevrerie executes en cuivre, dores et argentes par la pile, par MM Christofle (engraving)
5992649 Objets d orfevrerie executes en cuivre, dores et argentes par la pile, par MM Christofle (engraving) by European School

L Aurore, piece d orfevrerie electro-chimique de MM Elkington, de Birmingham
5992648 L Aurore, piece d orfevrerie electro-chimique de MM Elkington, de Birmingham, Exposition universelle de Paris en 1867 (engraving) by European School

Groupe decoratif destine a la facade du nouvel Opera de Paris, execute en cuivre galvanoplastique par MM Christofle
5992662 Groupe decoratif destine a la facade du nouvel Opera de Paris, execute en cuivre galvanoplastique par MM Christofle (engraving) by European School

Carcasse de platine pour la reproduction des statues et statuettes, procede Lenoir (engraving)
5992642 Carcasse de platine pour la reproduction des statues et statuettes, procede Lenoir (engraving) by European School

Les Saisons, piece d orfevrerie electro-chimique de MM Elkington, de Birmingham
5992641 Les Saisons, piece d orfevrerie electro-chimique de MM Elkington, de Birmingham, Exposition universelle de Paris en 1867 (engraving) by European School

Le Crepuscule, piece d orfevrerie electro-chimique de MM Elkington, de Birmingham
5992645 Le Crepuscule, piece d orfevrerie electro-chimique de MM Elkington, de Birmingham, Exposition universelle de Paris en 1867 (engraving) by European School

Zinc factory C017 / 9410
Zinc factory. Workers installing the electrolysis cathodes used for zinc plating at a factory. Photographed in Chelyabinsk, Russia

Illustration of electrolytic capacitator, LED, transistor resistor

Copper plate casting at a foundry
Copper. A worker checking the casting of copper plates at a foundry. The copper derived from ores is cast into large plates. These are then purified by an electrolytic process

Bunsen cell, 1842 C016 / 3681
Bunsen cell. View of an electrolytic cell made by Robert Bunsen in 1842. Known as a Bunsen cell or Bunsen battery, it has an outer zinc shell that acts as the anode

Davys potassium apparatus
Discovery of potassium. The apparatus used by Sir Humphrey Davy in 1807 to isolate potassium metal from caustic potash, or potassium hydroxide

Voltaic pile made by Volta, 1799 C016 / 3646
Original voltaic pile. An original voltaic pile, an early form of battery, made in 1799 by Alessandro Volta (1745-1827). The three perspex rods are modern additions to hold the pile together

Sodium hydroxide production. Schematic diagram of the diaphragm cell method for the chlor-alkali electrolytic process to produce sodium hydroxide

Three electrolytic capacitors with capacitance values of 2200 microfarads, 1000 microfarads and 470 microfarads. The arrows on the canisters are pointing to the capacitors negative ends

Dismantled capacitor. This is a device designed to store and release electric charge. The charge is stored in a rolled up cylinder of material seen at centre (brown)

Capacitor. This device is designed to store and release electric charge. It can release its charge faster than a battery, but unlike a battery it cannot produce electricity but can only store it

Aluminium production
Aluminium smelting process. Schematic diagram of the production of aluminium metal from aluminium ore (bauxite). The first stage (left) is the Bayer Process to produce alumina (aluminium oxide)

Moissan isolating fluorine, 1886
Moissan isolating fluorine. Historical artwork of the French chemist Henri Moissan (1852-1907) isolating fluorine in 1886

Radio receiver components, 1914
Radio receiver components. Radio technology was developed in the 1890s, with new detectors used as the technology progressed. At top is an electrolytic Jegou detector

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"Unveiling the Marvels of Electrolytic Innovation: A Journey Through Engravings" Step into a world where science and art intertwine, as we explore the captivating realm advancements. From statuettes to decorative masterpieces, this revolutionary process has left an indelible mark on history. The journey begins with a mesmerizing engraving showcasing a gutta-percha molded statuette ready to embrace its platinum carcass through Lenoir's ingenious technique. Witness Jacobi's groundbreaking discovery of copper's plasticity precipitated by the power of the battery in another intricate engraving. Delving deeper into this electrifying world, we encounter galvanoplasty baths used for replicating wood engravings with astonishing precision. The mastery of MM Christofle shines through their gilded and silvered copper objects brought to life by the sheer force of electrochemical reactions. Our eyes are then drawn to "L'Aurore, " an awe-inspiring electro-chemical masterpiece crafted by MM Elkington from Birmingham at the 1867 Universal Exhibition in Paris. Its ethereal beauty showcases how electricity can transform metal into breathtaking works of art. Continuing our exploration, we come across a magnificent decorative group destined for the facade of Paris' new Opera House. Created using galvanoplastic copper techniques by MM Christofle, it stands as a testament to both artistic prowess and technological innovation. The allure doesn't stop there; platinum frameworks emerge as essential tools for reproducing statues and statuettes through Lenoir's pioneering method. Meanwhile, "Les Saisons" and "Le Crepuscule, " two more dazzling pieces from MM Elkington showcased at the 1867 Exposition Universelle in Paris, leave spectators spellbound with their electro-chemical brilliance. As our journey nears its end, modern-day marvels take center stage—an illustration featuring an electrolytic capacitor alongside LED lights, transistors, and resistors.