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Orrery built by British astronomer William Pearson
Orrery built by British astronomer William Pearson.. Orrery built by British astronomer William Pearson. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey Jr. from Abraham Rees Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown, London, 1820
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1. Title: "Astronomical Marvel: The Orrery Built by British Astronomer William Pearson" This image showcases an intricately designed orrery, an astronomical model representing the solar system, created by the renowned British astronomer, William Pearson. The orrery, depicted in this copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey Jr., is a testament to the scientific advancements and artistic craftsmanship of the early 19th century. William Pearson (1713-1799) was a prominent figure in British astronomy, known for his groundbreaking work on the parallax of Mars and the calculation of the Earth's shape. His orrery, constructed around 1760, was a significant addition to the collection of scientific instruments at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. The orrery in this engraving displays the solar system's planets, including Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn, orbiting the Sun. The Moon's orbit around Earth is also depicted. The meticulous attention to detail is evident in the representation of the planets' relative sizes and their elliptical orbits. This engraving is taken from Abraham Rees' Cyclopedia or Universal Dictionary of Arts, Sciences and Literature, published by Longman, Hurst, Rees, Orme and Brown in London in 1820. The Cyclopedia was a comprehensive reference work that showcased the latest scientific discoveries and artistic achievements of the time. This image of Pearson's orrery provides a fascinating glimpse into the scientific and artistic interests of the period, as well as the awe-inspiring nature of the cosmos. In summary, this image of an orrery built by British astronomer William Pearson is a testament to the scientific and artistic achievements of the early 19th century. The meticulously crafted model, as depicted in this copperplate engraving, represents a significant contribution to the understanding of the solar system and the advancement of astronomical knowledge.
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