Diagram of the first battery, which was made of alternating metal layers and saline-soaked leather pads, and proved electricity is caused by contact with dissimilar metals.Basire, sc. Vintage Wal

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Historic Framed Print, [Diagram of the first battery, which was made of alternating metal layers and saline-soaked leather pads, and proved electricity is caused by contact with dissimilar metals].Basire, sc., 17-7/8" x 21-7/8", Image: 16" x 20"

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Step back in time with this striking reproduction of Diagram of the first battery, which was made of alternating metal layers and saline-soaked leather pads, and proved electricity is caused by contact with dissimilar metals.Basire, sc. Vintage Wal. Sourced from the United States Library of Congress.

Library of Congress record: Created published 1800 Illus. in: On the electricity excited by the mere contact of conducting substances .... Alessandro Volta. In Royal Society of London. Philosophical transactions. v. 90, pt. 2. London : Printed by W. Bulmer ..., 1800. Published in: The tradition of science. Leonard C. Bruno. Washington, D.C. : Library of Congress, 1987, p. 280. Scientific illustrations 1800.Engravings 1800.

Available framed in a classic black wood frame ready to hang, or unframed for custom display. An elegant choice for any living room, study, or professional office. Makes a thoughtful and distinctive gift. Free shipping on all US orders (domestic 48 states). Snapshots of the Past, founded in 2001, has served tens of thousands of customers worldwide.

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