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Keplers cosmological model, artwork

Keplers cosmological model. Historical artwork by the German astronomer and mathematician Johannes Kepler (1571-1630) that demonstrates the relative distances of the planets from the sun in the Copernican system. Copernicus system, a revolutionary new heliocentric (sun-centred) theory, had been published in 1543, the year of his death. Initially it caused little controversy but Kepler became an advocate and published a supporting work, The Cosmographic Mystery (1597), in which this illustration was published. The work put forward the idea that the distances of the planets from the Sun were determined by the five regular solids seen here, if one supposed that a planets orbit was circumscribed about one solid and inscribed in another

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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame

FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.

FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.6cm x 24.4cm (7.7" x 9.6")

Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Johannes Kepler's groundbreaking cosmological model, a true masterpiece of 16th-century artwork. Created by the German astronomer and mathematician himself, this historical illustration beautifully depicts the relative distances of planets from the sun in the Copernican system. Kepler's work was inspired by Nicolaus Copernicus' revolutionary heliocentric theory, which proposed that the sun is at the center of our solar system. While initially met with little controversy upon its publication in 1543, Kepler became a fervent advocate for this new perspective on celestial bodies. In his influential book "The Cosmographic Mystery" published in 1597, Kepler presented this very illustration to support his idea that planetary orbits are determined by five regular solids. Each planet's orbit is imagined as being circumscribed about one solid and inscribed within another. This sepia-toned monochrome drawing not only serves as an artistic marvel but also represents a significant milestone in our understanding of cosmology. It symbolizes how science continuously evolves through history and challenges existing beliefs. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece, we are reminded of Kepler's immense contribution to astrophysics and planetary science during the 1500s. This print transports us back to a time when scientific discoveries were made through meticulous observation and imaginative interpretation. Science Photo Library has expertly captured every intricate detail of Keplers' cosmological model, allowing us to appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and scientific significance.

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