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Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon experimenting blazing mirrors
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Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon experimenting blazing mirrors
CHT163643 Georges-Louis Leclerc (1707-88) Count de Buffon experimenting blazing mirrors on haystacks at Montbard, from La Vie des Savants Illustres by Louis Figuier, published in Paris in 1872 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: experience des miroirs ardents de Buffon sur des bottes de foin; Director of Jardin du Roi; admitted to French Academy in 1753; ); eArchives Charmet; French, out of copyright
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This print captures a moment in history when Georges-Louis Leclerc, Count de Buffon, conducted his groundbreaking experiments with blazing mirrors. Taken from the pages of "La Vie des Savants Illustres" by Louis Figuier, this engraving showcases the French naturalist's innovative approach to optics and discovery. In the image, we see Count de Buffon surrounded by a group of fellow scientists at Montbard Castle in France. With intense focus and curiosity evident on their faces, they observe as he directs beams of concentrated sunlight onto haystacks using magnifying glasses and lenses. The flames that erupt from the haystacks demonstrate the power of these blazing mirrors. Count de Buffon was not only renowned for his scientific achievements but also held prestigious positions such as Director of Jardin du Roi and membership in the French Academy. This portrait presents him as an authoritative figure during the Age of Enlightenment, where knowledge and invention flourished. The setting itself adds to the intrigue; Montbard Castle serves as a backdrop to this remarkable experiment. As one gazes upon this photograph, it becomes clear that Count de Buffon's home became a hub for intellectual discussions and scientific exploration. With its historical significance and visual appeal, this print is an exquisite representation of Count de Buffon's contributions to science during his lifetime. It reminds us of how human ingenuity can unlock new realms of understanding through observation, experimentation, and innovation.
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