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FLOWER CLOCK, 1643. Horoscopium botanicum showing sunflowers used to tell the time of day. Color engraving from Athanasius Kirchers De arte magnetica, published in 1643
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FLOWER CLOCK, 1643. Horoscopium botanicum showing sunflowers used to tell the time of day. Color engraving from Athanasius Kirchers De arte magnetica, published in 1643
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1643 Athanasius Biology Botany Clock Kircher Physics Science Sun Flower Time
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This print showcases the "Flower Clock, 1643" a remarkable piece of scientific artistry from centuries ago. The Horoscopium botanicum depicted here reveals an ingenious method of telling time using sunflowers. Published in Athanasius Kircher's renowned work, De arte magnetica, in 1643, this color engraving exemplifies the intersection of clockwork mechanics and botanical knowledge. The image transports us back to a time when German scholar Athanasius Kircher delved into various disciplines such as physics, biology, and botany. His fascination with understanding the natural world led him to create this intricate flower clock concept. By harnessing the unique properties of sunflowers – their ability to track the movement of sunlight throughout the day – Kircher devised a system that accurately indicated different hours. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are reminded not only of humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge but also our innate connection with nature. The Flower Clock serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our desire to unravel the mysteries surrounding us. Granger Art on Demand presents this stunning print as an homage to both science enthusiasts and art aficionados alike. It invites us to appreciate how creativity can merge with scientific inquiry in unexpected ways. Let this mesmerizing image transport you back in time while igniting your curiosity about ancient methods used by scholars like Athanasius Kircher who sought answers through observation and experimentation.
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