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N. Copernicus, (late 18th early 19th century). Creator: J Chapman
N. Copernicus, (late 18th early 19th century). Portrait of Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543), considered to be the father of modern astronomy and founder of heliocentric cosmology. Prior to the work of Copernicus, the Earth was believed to be the stationary centre of the universe, a notion first advocated by the Egyptian astronomer Ptolemy. His pioneering work " The Revolutions of Celestial Spheres", 1543, describes his idea of a Sun-centred universe, in which the Earth is merely one of the planets revolving around the Sun and rotating on its axis
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Discover the fascination of history with our exquisite jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This intriguing puzzle features a captivating portrait of Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543), the legendary Polish astronomer who revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Known as the father of modern astronomy and the founder of heliocentric cosmology, Copernicus' groundbreaking work continues to inspire generations. This beautifully crafted puzzle, sourced from Heritage Images, offers an engaging challenge for puzzle enthusiasts, while also serving as a stunning addition to any home or office. Immerse yourself in the rich history of astronomy and complete this intriguing jigsaw puzzle, a testament to human curiosity and intellectual achievement.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
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This print captures a portrait of Nicolaus Copernicus, the renowned Polish astronomer who revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Created by J Chapman in the late 18th or early 19th century, this engraving showcases Copernicus as a distinguished figure in his oval-shaped frame. Copernicus is widely regarded as the father of modern astronomy and the founder of heliocentric cosmology. Prior to his groundbreaking work, it was believed that Earth stood at the center of the universe, an idea advocated by Egyptian astronomer Ptolemy. However, Copernicus challenged this notion with his pioneering book "The Revolutions of Celestial Spheres" published in 1543. In this influential text, Copernicus proposed a Sun-centered model where Earth is just one planet revolving around it while also rotating on its axis. This revolutionary concept laid the foundation for our current understanding of celestial mechanics. As we gaze upon this monochrome portrayal, we are reminded not only of Copernicus' significant contributions to science but also his enduring legacy as a mathematician and pioneer. His ideas transformed our perception of our place within the cosmos and continue to inspire astronomers and scientists today. This image serves as a testament to Copernicus' brilliance and reminds us how one individual's pursuit can reshape humanity's understanding of existence itself.
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