Praxinoscope Collection

Reynaud Praxinoscope
A young girl is fascinated by the illusion of movement given by Reynauds praxinoscope

Projecting Praxinoscope
Reynauds praxinoscope adapted for projection onto a screen : later he would adapt it for projection in a large hall

Reynaud Praxinoscope 2
Reynauds device with central lamp, drum holding the images, and a handle for turning it, giving the illusion of movement

Charles-Emile Reynaud's praxinoscope
5310241 Charles-Emile Reynaud's praxinoscope; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Charles-Emile Reynaud's praxinoscope)

Praxinoscope by Emile Reynaud invented in 1877
LSE4076900 Praxinoscope by Emile Reynaud invented in 1877. by French School, (19th century); CNAM, Conservatoire National des Arts et Metiers

Roll of the praxinoscope by Emile Reynaud invented in 1877
LSE4076902 Roll of the praxinoscope by Emile Reynaud invented in 1877. by French School, (19th century); CNAM, Conservatoire National des Arts et Metiers

Optical illusion: the praxinoscope theatre, apparatus invented by Emile Reynaud
XEE4162662 Optical illusion: the praxinoscope theatre, apparatus invented by Emile Reynaud (1844-1918). Engraving in " La Nature

The eye: persistence of impressions. The praxinoscope. Anonymous illustration from 1925
XEE4140481 The eye: persistence of impressions. The praxinoscope. Anonymous illustration from 1925. Private collection. by Anonymous; Private Collection; (add.info.: The eye)

Optical Theatre by Emile Raynaud (The praxinoscope - mirror cylinder that gives
LSE4095289 Optical Theatre by Emile Raynaud (The praxinoscope - mirror cylinder that gives the illusion of movement): Sculpture by Georges MeliAs

Praxinoscope (engraving)
3643672 Praxinoscope (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Praxinoscope. Illustration for The Boys Own Annual (1882).); © Look and Learn

Chronophotograph (running man) a and Praxinoscope, wood engravings, published 1888
Chronophotograph of a running man by Etienne-Jules Marey (French scientist, physiologist and chronophotographer, 1830 - 1904) and a Praxinoscope

Reynaud Projecting Zootrope
Reynauds Projecting Zootrope, a very sophisticated device, but also, doomed to be made obsolete by the praxinoscope and even more so by the first cinematograph projects. Date: 1890

REYNAUD, Emile (1844-1918). French inventor, responsible for the first projected animated cartoon films. Reynaud created the Praxinoscope in 1877 and the Th颴 re Optique in December 1888

The Theatre Optique and its inventor Emile Reynaud (1844-1918) with a scene
XIR168319 The Theatre Optique and its inventor Emile Reynaud (1844-1918) with a scene from Pauvre Pierrot, c.1892-1900 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Poyet, Louis (1846-1913); CNAM

PRAXINOSCOPE, 1877. An improvement upon the zoetrope motion-picture device (1834), using a magic lantern. Invented by Charles-Émile Reynaud in France in 1877. Wood engraving, French, 19th century

Projecting Praxinoscope2
Reynauds praxinoscope or Theatre Optique gives the illusion of movement by a rapid succession of images : the audience are seated on the other side of the screen

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The praxinoscope, invented by Emile Reynaud in 1877, revolutionized the world of optical illusions and animation. This ingenious device, also known as the "Projecting Praxinoscope" or "Reynaud Praxinoscope, " allowed viewers to witness moving images with incredible precision. With its unique design featuring a roll of images placed inside a mirror cylinder, the praxinoscope created an illusion of motion when spun. It was truly a marvel of its time, captivating audiences with its ability to bring still pictures to life. Emile Reynaud's contribution to this field didn't stop there. He went on to create the famous "Praxinoscope Theatre, " an apparatus that enhanced the viewing experience even further. This innovation allowed multiple people to enjoy animated scenes simultaneously, making it a precursor to modern cinema. The impact of the praxinoscope extended beyond entertainment; it delved into scientific exploration as well. The concept behind this invention highlighted how our eyes perceive and retain visual impressions over time – what is now known as persistence of vision. An anonymous illustration from 1925 beautifully captures this idea and showcases the significance of the praxinoscope in understanding human perception. Wood engravings published in 1888 depicted another fascinating combination: chronophotography and the praxinoscope working hand in hand. These illustrations showcased a running man frozen at different moments captured through chronophotography techniques and then brought back to life using the magic of the praxinoscope. Emile Reynaud's creative genius didn't end with just one invention; he continued his groundbreaking work with projects like Projecting Zootrope and Optical Theatre. His contributions solidified him as a prominent figure in animation history. Today, we owe much gratitude to Emile Reynaud for his pioneering spirit and dedication towards bringing motion pictures into existence through inventions like the praxinoscope.