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Earths celestial circles, 1708 artwork
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Earths celestial circles, 1708 artwork
The Earth and its celestial circles. This artwork is from the 1708 edition of the star atlas Harmonica Macrocosmica, by the Dutch-German mathematician and cosmographer Andreas Cellarius (1596-1665). The two major planes shown here are the horizon (pink) and the zodiac (illustrated with zodiacal symbols). The globe is centred on the north coast of Australia (mapped in 1644). Cherubs and muses adorn the artworks border. Harmonica Macrocosmica was first published in 1660. There were originally 30 colour plates with Latin text. This edition was published in Amsterdam by Petrus Schenk (1660-1711) and Gerard Valk (1652-1726)
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This print showcases the intricate artwork titled "Earths celestial circles, 1708" from the renowned star atlas Harmonica Macrocosmica. Created by the brilliant Dutch-German mathematician and cosmographer Andreas Cellarius in the 17th century, this masterpiece takes us on a journey through space and time. The image highlights two significant planes: the horizon depicted in a delicate shade of pink and the zodiac adorned with its symbolic representations. The globe itself is centered on Australia's north coast, meticulously mapped in 1644. Surrounding this celestial map are cherubs and muses, enhancing its beauty with their ethereal presence. Originally published in 1660, Harmonica Macrocosmica featured thirty color plates accompanied by Latin text. This particular edition was brought to life in Amsterdam by Petrus Schenk and Gerard Valk during the early 18th century. Its historical significance lies not only in its artistic brilliance but also as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge during the Age of Discovery. With elements such as meridians, equators, tropics of Cancer and Capricorn, Arctic Circle, Antarctic Circle, and other celestial circles intricately illustrated within this engraving; it serves as a remarkable representation of our understanding of astronomy at that time. As we gaze upon this extraordinary piece of artistry steeped in history and scientific exploration, we are reminded of how far we have come while appreciating those who paved the way for our modern understanding of our vast universe.
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