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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. He was renowned for his abilities in rhetoric and ethics. He employed his skills in logic to oppose the popular Aristotelian cosmology with its aether and celestial spheres, instead supporting the Mosaic cosmology founded on the interpretation of the Bible. This woodcut illustration comes from van Opmeers Opus chronographicum orbis universi published at Antwerp in 1611
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1500s 16th Century Aristotelian Biblical Classical Ethics Latin Logic Professor Rhetoric Vertical Wood Cut Firmament Louvain Mono Chrome
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 22.5cm x 25.4cm (8.9" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 22.5cm x 27.5cm (8.9" x 10.8")
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This print showcases Cornelius Valerius, a prominent Dutch humanist who lived during the 16th century. Born in Utrecht and educated at Louvain, Valerius was an esteemed professor of Latin at both universities. Renowned for his exceptional skills in rhetoric and ethics, he utilized his expertise in logic to challenge the prevailing Aristotelian cosmology that embraced concepts like celestial spheres and aether. Instead, Valerius advocated for the Mosaic cosmology derived from biblical interpretation. The woodcut illustration featured here is extracted from van Opmeers Opus chronographicum orbis universi, a publication released in Antwerp in 1611. This monochromatic artwork beautifully captures the essence of Valerius' intellectual pursuits during this classical era. The vertical composition adds depth to the image while emphasizing its historical significance. Valerius' work not only challenged established scientific beliefs but also highlighted his unwavering commitment to understanding our universe through different lenses – be it biblical or logical interpretations. His contributions as a scholar and educator left an indelible mark on academia, particularly within fields such as rhetoric, ethics, and Latin studies. This remarkable print serves as a testament to Cornelius Valerius' enduring legacy as a Dutch humanist whose ideas continue to inspire critical thinking and intellectual exploration even today.
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