Foucault Collection

Foucault Demo, 1851
Leon Foucault uses his pendulum to demonstrate the rotation of the Earth, at the Pantheon, Paris, 1851

Demonstration of the Earth's rotation using (Jean Bernard) Leon Foucault's Pendulum, 1887 (engraving)
535581 Demonstration of the Earth's rotation using (Jean Bernard) Leon Foucault's Pendulum, 1887 (engraving); (add.info)

Foucault's pendulum which demonstrated both the rotation of the earth and the concept of inertia
530777 Foucault's pendulum which demonstrated both the rotation of the earth and the concept of inertia. Leon Foucault (1819-1861) French physicist. Wood engraving, c1895

Repeat of Foucault's demonstration of the Earth's rotation made at the Polytechnic Institution
530775 Repeat of Foucault's demonstration of the Earth's rotation made at the Polytechnic Institution, London in May 1851 by Dr Bachhoffner. Leon Foucault (1819-1861) French physicist

Foucault's pendulum in the Pantheon, Paris, in 1851, demonstrating both the rotation of the Earth
530779 Foucault's pendulum in the Pantheon, Paris, in 1851, demonstrating both the rotation of the Earth and the concept of inertia. Leon Foucault (1819-1861) French physicist

The speed of light, from Recueil des Travaux Scientifiques de Leon Foucault
CHT237213 The speed of light, from Recueil des Travaux Scientifiques de Leon Foucault, published in Paris, 1878 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Study of a female peasant carrying a load of hay in the farmyard at Foucault, c
1217668 Study of a female peasant carrying a load of hay in the farmyard at Foucault, c. 1875 (charcoal) by Pissarro, Camille (1830-1903); 23.9x30.5 cm; Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford

Foucaults pendulum experiment (litho)
6013731 Foucaults pendulum experiment (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Foucaults pendulum experiment)

Casablanca, Morocco - Boulevard of the 4th Zouaves
circa 1910s

FOUCAULT DEMO, 1851
Leon Foucault uses his pendulum to demonstrate the rotation of the Earth, at the Pantheon, Paris, 1851 Date: 1851

Foucaults pendulum in the Pantheon, Paris, (1851), 1900
Foucaults pendulum in the Pantheon, Paris, 1851 (1900). Foucaults pendulum, named after the French physicist Leon Foucault, was conceived as an experiment to demonstrate the rotation of the Earth

Jean Bernard Leon Foucault (1819-1868), French physicist, 19th century. Known especially for his research on the speed of light, he also improved astronomical instruments, especially the telescope

Foucault using his pendulum to demonstrate the rotation of the Earth, Paris, 1851 (1887). Leon Foucault (1819-1868) demonstrating the rotation of the earth using a freely suspended pendulum in

Foucaults pendulum in the Pantheon, Paris, 1851 (1887). Jean Bernard Leon Foucault used this pendulum to demonstrate both the rotation of the Earth and the concept of inertia

Foucaults pendulum which demonstrated the Earths rotation and the concept of inertia, c1895
Foucaults pendulum which demonstrated both the rotation of the Earth and the concept of inertia, c1895

Jean Bernard Leon Foucault (1819-1860), French physicist. Foucault measured the velocity of light and, in 1851, proved the rotation of the Earth on its axis using his pendulum

Repeat of Foucaults demonstration of the Earths rotation, May 1851 (c1890)
Repeat of Foucaults demonstration of the Earths rotation made at the Polytechnic Institution, London in May 1851 by Dr Bachhoffner. Engraving published c1890

Demonstrating the Earths rotation using Foucaults pendulum in a church, 1881

Foucault Pendulum, Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles, USA
Foucault Pendulum, Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles, California, USA, designed by Jean Foucault in 1851 to demonstrate the earths rotation. Date: 20th century

Foucault Pendulum. Experiment to demostrate the rotation of the Earth. Deutches Museum. Munich. Germany

1st Elec. Street Light
The first demonstration of public street lighting at the Place de la Concorde, Paris, installed by Deleuil, Archereau and Leon Foucault. Date: December 1844

Foucaults switch

Demonstration of the Earths rotation using (Jean Bernard) Leon Foucault s
Demonstration of the Earths rotation using (Jean Bernard) Leon Foucaults (1819-1868) demonstration of the rotation of the earth using freely suspended pendulum in the Pantheon, Paris, 1851

FOUCAULTs PENDULUM, 1851. Jean Bernard L

LÉON FOUCAULT (1819-1868). Jean Bernard L

FOUCAULTs PENDULUM J. B. L. Foucaults demonstration, in the Pantheon at Paris in 1851
FOUCAULTs PENDULUM J.B.L. Foucaults demonstration, in the Pantheon at Paris in 1851, of the rotation of the earth by means of a graduated disk and a freely suspended pendulum

Great Silver-on-Glass Reflector Telescope
Equatorially mounted reflecting telescope built by Leon Foucault, a French physicist best known for the invention of the Foucault pendulum, a device demonstrating the effect of the Earths rotation

Leon Foucault
LEON FOUCAULT French scientist

Science / Foucault
Berget carries out experiments with Foucaults Pendulum at the Pantheon, Paris

Foucault Demo London
Foucaults demonstration of the rotation of the Earth, by a pendulum, is explained to a London audience at the Polytechnic Institution, Regent St. by Dr Bachhoffner

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"Foucault: Unveiling the Secrets of Science and Society" Step into the world of Foucault, where scientific discoveries and societal insights intertwine. From his groundbreaking demonstrations to his profound studies, Jean Bernard Leon Foucault left an indelible mark on history. In 1851, at the mesmerizing Foucault Demo, spectators were captivated as they witnessed a revolutionary experiment unfold. The Foucault Pendulum swung gracefully at Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles, USA, revealing the Earth's rotation with each oscillation. This captivating display showcased not only the laws of physics but also sparked curiosity about our place in this vast universe. Foucault's relentless pursuit of knowledge extended beyond pendulums. In his work published in Recueil des Travaux Scientifiques de Leon Foucault, he delved into the speed of light—an enigma that fascinated scientists for centuries. His meticulous research shed light on this fundamental concept and paved the way for further exploration. Beyond science's confines, we catch a glimpse of everyday life through "Study of a female peasant carrying a load of hay in the farmyard at Foucault. " This painting transports us to rural landscapes where hardworking individuals like this peasant carry out their daily tasks—a reminder that science is deeply intertwined with society. Casablanca's Boulevard of the 4th Zouaves takes us on another journey connected to Foucault's legacy. Here lies evidence of his influence reaching far beyond borders—his name echoing even amidst bustling Moroccan streets. Back in Paris' Pantheon stands another testament to his genius—the iconic Foucault Pendulum (1851). Its graceful swing serves as a constant reminder that our planet never ceases its celestial dance around its axis—a phenomenon unveiled by none other than Jean Bernard Leon Foucault himself. Born in 1819 and departing from this world too soon in 1868, Foucault's impact remains timeless.