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Christian / Ptolemaic conception of the universe, with the Earth at the center, embraced by the realm of God and His angelic court. Colored woodcut from Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, 1493
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Christian / Ptolemaic conception of the universe, with the Earth at the center, embraced by the realm of God and His angelic court. Colored woodcut from Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, 1493
PTOLEMAIC UNIVERSE, 1493.
Christian/Ptolemaic conception of the universe, with the Earth at the center, embraced by the realm of God and His angelic court. Colored woodcut from " Liber Chronicarum, " Nuremberg, 1493
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1493 Angel Celestial Sphere Christianity Circle Claudius Cosmology Diagram Hellenic Republic Planet Ptolemaic Ptolemy Wheel World Liber Chronicarum
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This colored woodcut from the Liber Chronicarum, created in Nuremberg in 1493, depicts the Christian/Ptolemaic conception of the universe. At its center lies our beloved Earth, embraced by the divine realm of God and His angelic court. This intricate artwork showcases a medieval understanding of cosmology and serves as a testament to humanity's quest for knowledge during the Renaissance period. The image portrays a circular diagram resembling a wheel, representing the celestial sphere according to Ptolemy's geocentric model. The Earth takes pride of place at its core, symbolizing its significance within this ancient worldview. Surrounding it are concentric circles that represent different heavenly bodies and realms. Intriguingly detailed angels adorn these celestial spheres, signifying their role as intermediaries between God and humanity. Their presence adds an ethereal touch to this artistic representation while emphasizing the spiritual nature of this cosmological belief system. This woodcut not only reflects German craftsmanship but also pays homage to Hellenistic ideas inherited from Ptolemy's work on astronomy. It offers us a glimpse into how people perceived their place in the vast cosmos during this era. As we marvel at this historical print today, let us appreciate both its aesthetic beauty and its significance in shaping our understanding of science, religion, and human curiosity throughout time.
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