Antique Framed Print : Giovanni Cassini Medal
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Giovanni Cassini Medal
GIOVANNI DOMENICO CASSINI later Jean-Dominique, French astronomer and first Director of the Paris Observatory, who discovered four of Saturns moons Date: 1625 - 1712
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1625 1712 Astronomer Cassini Curly Director Discovered Domenico Dominique Giovanni Medal Moons Observatory Saturn Saturns Section Telescope
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.1cm x 19.5cm (14.6" x 7.7")
Estimated Product Size is 54cm x 41.4cm (21.3" x 16.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite print showcases a portrait of the renowned French astronomer, Giovanni Domenico Cassini (1625-1712), who is famously known for his groundbreaking discoveries related to the planet Saturn. Born in Italy, Cassini later became a naturalized French subject and served as the first Director of the Paris Observatory. The intricately detailed image captures Cassini's intellectual prowess and curiosity with his intense gaze fixed on the horizon, as if contemplating the mysteries of the universe. His large, curly wig adds a touch of elegance to the portrait. Cassini's most significant contributions to astronomy include the discovery of four of Saturn's moons - Iapetus, Rhea, Titan, and Enceladus. These discoveries expanded our understanding of the solar system and paved the way for further exploration. The image of Saturn and its rings, which can be seen in the background, symbolizes the connection between Cassini's work and the celestial body he studied so intently. The telescope, a symbol of Cassini's dedication to astronomical research, is depicted in the foreground. The sun, with its radiant rays, represents the source of knowledge and enlightenment that Cassini sought throughout his career. This historical print serves as a testament to Cassini's enduring legacy in the field of astronomy and his unwavering commitment to unraveling the secrets of the universe.
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