This is a vintage illustration depicting a scientific demonstration involving dolls and an electroscope. Three dolls are positioned on platforms, each with a sphere below and a cube above. The central doll has a burst of radiating lines emanating from its head, resembling sparks or static electricity. The dolls are simple, stick-figure-like representations with basic facial features and clothing. The platforms are supported by bases, and the entire setup is placed on a patterned surface. The illustration is labeled 'Fig. 278. - M. J. Peiffer's electrophorus with dolls.'