Title
Antoine Laurent Lavoisier
Caption
Antoine Laurent Lavoisier (1743-1794) French chemist, discovered oxygen. Lavoisier investigating respiration. He discovered the interchange of gases in the lungs, and proved that carbon dioxide and water are the normal products of breathing. Based on a picture by Madame Lavoisier (shown right) taking notes.
Date
18th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP07103_460000637
License type
Rights managed
Available size
23,8Mb (2,6Mb) / 11,8in x 7,8in / 3543 x 2344 (300dpi)