Aristotelian Collection

Cornelius Valerius, Dutch humanist
Cornelius Valerius (1512-1578), Dutch humanist. Valrius was born at Utrecht. He studied at Louvain and became professor of Latin at Utrecht and Louvain

A gunner firing a cannon whose elevation has been calculated using a chequered rule fitted with two plum-bobs
5311241 A gunner firing a cannon whose elevation has been calculated using a chequered rule fitted with two plum-bobs, 16th century (engraving); (add.info)

Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile
5310083 Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile; (add.info.: Illustration of Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile)

Woodblock engraving depicting an Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile
5308799 Woodblock engraving depicting an Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting an Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile)

Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile
5310082 Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile; (add.info.: Illustration of Aristotelian concept of the path of a projectile)

Ms. 228, f. 54v: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics
NCO293912 Ms.228, f.54v: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics, 1452 (vellum) by Russell, John (fl.1452); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms. New Coll 242, f. 178r, Commentary on Aristotles Politics
833832 Ms. New Coll 242, f.178r, Commentary on Aristotles Politics by Walter Burley (pen & ink on vellum) by English School, (14th century); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms. 228, f. 2r: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics
NCO293910 Ms.228, f.2r: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics, 1452 (vellum) by Russell, John (fl.1452); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms 2200 f. 115v. The World, according to Aristotle, miniature from
CHT307486 Ms 2200 f.115v. The World, according to Aristotle, miniature from De Philosophia Mundi by Guillaume de Conches (1100-54) 1276-77 (vellum) by French School

Ms. 228, f. 29r: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics
NCO293913 Ms.228, f.29r: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics, 1452 (vellum) by Russell, John (fl.1452); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Ms. 228, f. 4v: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics
NCO293911 Ms.228, f.4v: Page from Aristotles Nicomachean Ethics and Politics, 1452 (vellum) by Russell, John (fl.1452); Courtesy of the Warden and Scholars of New College

Theophrastus, Ancient Greek philosopher
Theophrastus of Lesbos (c.371-c.287 BC), Ancient Greek philosopher. Known as the " father of botany", Theophrastus studied with Plato in Athens

Francis Bacon (1561-1626) English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Lord Chancellor 1618. In science advocated observation and experiment rather than Aristotelian deductive logic

Francis Bacon (1561-1626) Viscount St Albans. English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Lord Chancellor 1618. In science advocated observation

Francis Bacon (1561-1626) Viscounts Albans. English philosopher, scientist and statesman. Lord Chancellor 1618: believed science should be based on observation

Gunner firing a cannon. The path of the projectile is shown according to Aristotelian physics. Since he believed that no body could undertake more than one motion at a time

Monas hieroglyphica (1591) C017 / 7983
Monas hieroglyphica (1591), title page. This work, originally published in 1564, consists of 24 theorems by Welsh astrologer John Dee (1527-1608)

Aristotle (384-322 BC). Classical Greek Philosopher. A student of Plato and teacher of Alexander the Great. Statue of Aristotle at the Athens Academy. Athens, Central Greece

Historical cosmologies. Artwork of four historical models of planetary orbits. Ptolemys geocentric (Earth-centred) model (upper right) dominated astronomy for over 1000 years

Aristotelian cosmology, 17th century
Aristotelian worldview. Woodcut depicting a diagram of the Aristotelian view of the structure of the Universe. Here the Earth is at centre, surrounded by the vault of the stars

Aristotelian natural place
The natural place of things. 17th century diagram showing the Aristotelian concept that everything has a natural place. The four elements sat one upon the other, with earth at the centre, then water

Aristotle, Greek philosopher
Aristotle (384 BCE - 322 BCE), Athenian philosopher and logician. Aristotle was born to the court physician at Macedon. Orphaned in early life

Saint Albertus Magnus, German philosopher
Saint Albertus Magnus (1193-1280), German philosopher. Albertus was born at Lauingen and educated at Padua where he studied Aristotle. In 1223 he became a Dominican and studied theology at Bologna

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Aristotelianism, a philosophical school of thought founded by the ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle, continues to have a profound influence on various fields even today. Cornelius Valerius, a Dutch humanist, was one of the many scholars who delved into Aristotle's works and sought to understand his teachings. In Ms. 228, f. 54v, we find a page from Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics and Politics, showcasing Valerius' dedication to studying these important texts. Ms. New Coll 242, f. 178r presents us with another fascinating glimpse into Aristotelian philosophy through a commentary on Aristotle's Politics. This manuscript allows us to explore the interpretations and insights of scholars who engaged deeply with this influential work. The significance of Aristotle's ideas can also be seen in Ms. 228, f. 2r - yet another page from his Nicomachean Ethics and Politics - reminding us that his thoughts continue to captivate minds across centuries. Even beyond Europe’s borders, as shown in Ms 2200 f. 115v. , people were fascinated by Aristotle's worldview; here we see an intricate miniature depicting "The World according to Aristotle. " It is remarkable how far-reaching his ideas were during his time and how they still resonate today. In Ms. 228, f29r and Ms 228, f4v we encounter more pages from Nicomachean Ethics and Politics which further emphasize the enduring relevance concepts such as virtue ethics and political theory. Aristotle not only influenced scholars like Valerius but also left an indelible mark on later thinkers such as Theophrastus—an Ancient Greek philosopher—and Francis Bacon—an English philosopher known for his scientific contributions—whose works demonstrate their engagement with Aristotelian principles. Francis Bacon himself held multiple titles including Lord Chancellor (1618) and Viscount St Albans—a testament to both his intellectual prowess and political influence.