Etienne Jules Marey Collection

Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) French psyhiologist, inventor of the chronophotograph
1714041 Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) French psyhiologist, inventor of the chronophotograph; (add.info.: Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) french psyhiologist, inventor of the chronophotograph)

An engraving depicting a sphygmograph, 19th century (engraving)
5311400 An engraving depicting a sphygmograph, 19th century (engraving); (add.info.: a device invented by Etienne-Jules Marey for recording the pulse and variations graphically in blood and pressure)

Man Bicycling, 1890s. Creator: Etienne Jules Marey
Man Bicycling, 1890s. Gelatin silver lantern slide (chronophotograph)

Illustration from La Station Psychogique de Paris, by Etienne-Jules Marey
498345 Illustration from La Station Psychogique de Paris, by Etienne-Jules Marey, published in La Revue Scientifique, 1883 (engraving) by Poyet

Chronophotograph of a Flying Heron. Creator: Etienne-Jules Marey (French, 1830-1904)
Chronophotograph of a Flying Heron

Photographic gun designed by Etienne Jules Marey, 1882 (1956). Marey (1830-1904) was a French physiologist who pioneered the use of photography to record and analyse movement

Etienne-Jules Marey, French physiologist and pioneer of cinematography, 1901. Marey (1830-1904) was a French physiologist who pioneered the use of photography to record and analyse movement

Etienne Jules Marey (1830-1903), French physiologist, 19th century. Pioneer of cinematography. From reverse of commemorative plaquette showing Marey at his desk

Etienne Jules Marey (1830-1903), with cine camera, 1903
Etienne Jules Marey (1830-1903), French physiologist, with cine camera, 1903. Top: Chambre chrono-photographique, the first cine-camera, is used to study movement of creatures in aquarium

Marey type sphygmograph, 19th century C017 / 6933
Marey type sphygmograph, made in France around 1870. This instrument is boxed, made from gilt metal and has a clockwork mechanism

Marey type sphygmograph, circa 1870 C017 / 6935
Marey type sphygmograph shown in the position for use, made in France around 1870. The sphygmograph, originally invented in 1854 by German physiologist Karl von Vierordt

Electric body lights, 19th century
Electric body lights. These lights are carried on the body and are designed to be powered from an overhead cable. This design was by the French scientist and photographer Etienne-Jules Marey

Artificial heart, 19th century. Artwork showing the artificial heart designed by the French scientist Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) in 1881

Mareys heart machines, 19th century
Mareys heart machines. 19th-century artworks of the devices developed in 1881 by the French scientist Etienne-Jules Marey (1830-1904) for the study of the circulatory system

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Etienne Jules Marey: Pioneering Physiologist and Cinematographer Step into the world of Etienne Jules Marey, a remarkable French physiologist and pioneer of cinematography in the late 19th century. Known for his groundbreaking inventions and scientific contributions, Marey left an indelible mark on the fields of physiology and motion studies. One of his notable works is "Man Bicycling, " captured in the 1890s. In this chronophotograph, Marey skillfully freezes time to showcase the fluid movement of a cyclist, offering a glimpse into early experiments with capturing motion through photography. Marey's innovative mind extended beyond human subjects as seen in his "Chronophotograph of a Flying Heron. " With meticulous precision, he captures every beat of the bird's wings mid-flight, revealing its graceful yet powerful movements. In addition to his photographic achievements, Marey designed a revolutionary device known as the photographic gun in 1882. This invention allowed him to capture multiple images on one plate simultaneously—a significant advancement that laid the foundation for modern cinematography techniques. As we delve deeper into Marey's life journey, we find him pictured with a cine camera in 1903—an image that encapsulates his passion for pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers. His relentless pursuit led him to become one of cinema's founding fathers. Beyond cinematography, Marey also made strides in medical science. The sphygmograph he developed revolutionized pulse measurement by recording arterial pressure waveforms accurately—his contribution remains invaluable even today. Moreover, it is worth noting that during this era when electricity was still relatively novel; Marey experimented with electric body lights—a testament to his curiosity about harnessing technology for scientific exploration. Etienne Jules Marey's legacy lives on through these captivating glimpses into his pioneering work. His dedication to understanding human physiology and unraveling mysteries of motion laid the groundwork for modern cinematography and medical advancements.