De Leidsche Flesch: 100-year anniversary
Study association for Physics, Astronomy, Mathematics and Computer Science since 1923

From the moment he became a professor in 1717, ‘s Gravesande often developed ingenious instruments in collaboration with instrument maker Jan van Musschenbroek. The collection of instruments is now known as the Leiden Cabinet of Physics.


It is uncertain when this pump ended up in the Leiden Cabinet of Physics; neither was it depicted in the books of 's Gravesande and Pieter van Musschenbroek. The maker is unknown and the date is based on the materials.