Antique Engraving – Antoine Lavoisier, Father of Modern Chemistry

Exceptional antique hand-coloured engraving of Antoine Lavoisier (1743–1794), the pioneering French chemist hailed as the “Father of Modern Chemistry.” Lavoisier revolutionized the science of chemical reactions and helped establish the law of conservation of mass, laying the foundations of modern chemical theory.
This distinguished portrait, published in London, is framed by a finely detailed vignette showing Lavoisier at work in his laboratory, symbolizing his immense contribution to experimental science. His calm, reflective gaze and formal attire capture the Enlightenment ideal of the rational, dedicated thinker.
Size 11.5x16.5 cm