Benjamin Franklin Drawing Electricity from the Sky
- Artist
- Benjamin West
- Date
- c.1816
- Style
- Neoclassicism
- Genre
- Portrait
"Benjamin Franklin Drawing Electricity from the Sky, circa 1805 by Benjamin West, is a compelling portrait that captures Franklin’s famous 1752 kite experiment to demonstrate the electrical nature of lightning. Created with oil on slate and measuring 13.25 by 10 inches, the painting artfully merges elements of Neoclassicism and Romanticism, reflecting both precision and awe. Franklin's familiarity with West likely influenced this work, which visually narrates a pivotal moment in scientific history while embodying the stylistic qualities of the period."
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