Robert Boyle (1627-1691) Anglo-Irish chemist and
Robert Boyle (1627-1691) Anglo-Irish chemist and physicist, in his laboratory with Denis Papin (1647-1712) French physicist. Papin is pointing to Boyle's air pump. Probably illustrates discussion between Boyle and Papin on use of atmospheric pressure to raise water. Wood engraving Paris 1870
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13908576
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48404267
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Credit
World History Archive / Mary Evans Picture Library
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World History Archive
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Anglo-irish Boyle Illustrates Papin Pneumatics Pressure Raise
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