Reynaud Collection

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

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

Edouard Adolphe Casimir Joseph Mortier, 1804, (1839). Creator: Ruhiere
Edouard Adolphe Casimir Joseph Mortier, 1804, (1839). Edouard Adolphe Casimir Joseph Mortier. Duc de Trevise, Marechal de France

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

Pantomimes Lumineuses, 1892 (colour litho)
6317444 Pantomimes Lumineuses, 1892 (colour litho) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); Private Collection; (add.info.: 1892 French Poster advertising Pantomimes Lumineuses)

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

Pantomimes lumineuses, 1892 (colour lithograph)
5051869 Pantomimes lumineuses, 1892 (colour lithograph) by Cheret, Jules (1836-1932); 88x124.6 cm; Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

FALL ON THE MATTERHORN
Climbing the Matterhorn with Whymper, Reynaud has a frightening but not fatal fall Date: 1863

Georges Mouton, comte de Lobau, 1804, (1839). Creator: Ruhiere
Georges Mouton, comte de Lobau, 1804, (1839). George Mouton Comte de Lobau, Marechal de France. Portrait of Georges Mouton (1770-1838), Marshal of France. From " Galerie Des Marechaux De France

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

Comte De Montlosier
FRANCOIS DOMINIQUE de REYNAUD, comte de MONTLOSIER French journalist. Date: 1756 - 1838

Poster for Musee Grevin, pantomimes lumineuses, Theatre Optique de E. Reynaud, musique de Gaston Paulin. Jules Cheret, 1836-1932 French painter

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

General de Gaulle in London
Tatler front cover with the headline Petain Answered- General de Gaulle in London. The caption reads Head of the French National Committee formed in London to carry on the war

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Reynaud: A Pioneer in Optical Illusions and Animation Step into the world of Reynaud, a name synonymous with innovation and creativity. From the groundbreaking Reynaud Praxinoscope 2 to the iconic Pantomimes Lumineuses, Emile Reynaud's contributions have left an indelible mark on the realm of optical illusions. Born in 1844, Emile Reynaud was a French inventor who revolutionized visual entertainment through his inventions. One such invention was the Praxinoscope Theatre, an apparatus that captivated audiences with its mesmerizing animations. This mirror cylinder gave birth to a new form of storytelling, where images came alive before their very eyes. Inspired by Edouard Adolphe Casimir Joseph Mortier's work from 1804, Reynaud took it upon himself to push boundaries further. His dedication led him to create the renowned Pantomimes Lumineuses in 1892 - a vibrant display of color lithographs that enchanted spectators worldwide. But Reynaud's ingenuity did not stop there; he also introduced another marvel called the Projecting Zootrope. This device transported viewers into captivating worlds filled with motion and wonderment. Throughout his career, Emile Reynaud collaborated with talented individuals like Georges Mouton and Comte De Montlosier. Together they pushed artistic boundaries and brought imagination to life through their creations. One cannot overlook one of his most notable achievements - "Fall on The Matterhorn. " This masterpiece showcased both his technical prowess and storytelling abilities as he recreated this treacherous mountain descent using animation techniques ahead of its time. Today we remember Emile Reynaud as a visionary whose inventive spirit paved the way for modern animation techniques. His legacy lives on through countless artists who continue to explore new frontiers in visual storytelling thanks to his pioneering work.