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Astronomy, pub. by Robert Sayer (fl. 1750-80) c. 1750 (aquatint)
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Astronomy, pub. by Robert Sayer (fl. 1750-80) c. 1750 (aquatint)
STC90177 Astronomy, pub. by Robert Sayer (fl.1750-80) c.1750 (aquatint) by Houston, Richard (1721-75) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22606744
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Armillary Sphere Celestial Globe Gentlemen Grand Tour Instruments Sextant Telescope Telescopes
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This print, titled "Astronomy" takes us back to the 18th century, a time when scientific exploration and intellectual curiosity were at their peak. Created by Richard Houston after an original work by Robert Sayer, this aquatint captures the essence of the era's fascination with celestial objects and the pursuit of knowledge. The image showcases a group of gentlemen and ladies engrossed in studying various astronomical instruments. An armillary sphere stands prominently in the center, symbolizing mankind's attempt to understand the complexities of our universe. Telescopes and sextants surround them, tools that allowed astronomers to observe distant stars and planets with greater precision. Intriguingly, amidst these scientific marvels lie ruins in the background. Perhaps this juxtaposition signifies how even amidst progress and discovery, remnants of past civilizations remind us of our own impermanence. The presence of both men and women engaged in this pursuit is noteworthy as well. In an era where women's roles were often confined to domesticity, it highlights their growing participation in intellectual pursuits. This print not only offers a glimpse into 18th-century society but also serves as a testament to humanity's unending quest for knowledge about our place in the cosmos. It reminds us that throughout history, we have always sought answers beyond what meets the eye – reaching for something greater than ourselves through science and exploration.
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