
4 0 c m
30cm
actual image size: 22cm x 32cm
Description
Reproduction. Francis Hauksbee (c 1666-1713) devised this machine while in London during the early part of the 18th century. It comprises of a glas globe from which most of the air has been removed. When the globe was rotated and a hand was placed on top of the globe, electricity was produced, often giving a strange glow. Hauksbee deduced that this was caused by electrical fluid.
Image Details
Image Ref.
10325971
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