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URANIA & ASTRONOMERS, 1660. Tycho Brahe, Ptolemy, St. Augustine, Nicolaus Copernicus
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URANIA & ASTRONOMERS, 1660. Tycho Brahe, Ptolemy, St. Augustine, Nicolaus Copernicus
URANIA & ASTRONOMERS, 1660.
Tycho Brahe, Ptolemy, St. Augustine, Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo and Andreas Cellarius surround Urania, the Muse of Astronomy: frontispiece of Cellarius Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica, published in 1660 at Amsterdam
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1660 Andrea Andreas Astronomer Augustine Brahe Cellarius Claudius Copernicus Galilei Galileo Hippo Nicholas Ptolemaic Ptolemy Research Saint Scientific Revolution Scientist Tycho Urania
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The captivating print titled "URANIA & ASTRONOMERS, 1660" takes us back to a significant moment in history. In this image, we witness the gathering of some of the greatest minds that have shaped our understanding of the universe. Tycho Brahe, Ptolemy, St. Augustine, Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo Galilei, and Andreas Cellarius encircle Urania, the Muse of Astronomy. This frontispiece is extracted from Cellarius Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica published in 1660 in Amsterdam. It serves as a visual representation of an era marked by scientific revolution and groundbreaking discoveries. Each figure portrayed holds immense importance within their respective fields. Tycho Brahe's meticulous observations laid the groundwork for future astronomers like Copernicus and Galileo to challenge traditional Ptolemaic models. Ptolemy's geocentric theory dominated astronomical thought until Copernicus proposed his heliocentric model which was further supported by Galileo's telescopic observations. St. Augustine represents a bridge between ancient philosophy and Christian theology with his contemplation on cosmology and faith. This print not only captures these influential figures but also symbolizes humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge about our place in the cosmos. It serves as a reminder that progress is built upon collaboration and standing on the shoulders of giants who came before us. As we gaze at this remarkable piece of artistry from Granger Art on
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