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ARMILLARY SPHERE, 1509. Two antipodal angels holding an armillary sphere with the zodiac

ARMILLARY SPHERE, 1509. Two antipodal angels holding an armillary sphere with the zodiac


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ARMILLARY SPHERE, 1509. Two antipodal angels holding an armillary sphere with the zodiac

ARMILLARY SPHERE, 1509.
Two antipodal angels holding an armillary sphere with the zodiac. Woodcut from an edition of Johannes de Sacroboscos Textus spere materialis, Leipzig, Germany, 1509

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Media ID 13136919

1509 Angel Apparatus Armillary Sphere Celestial Sphere Cosmology Johan Occult Ptolemaic Sacrobosco Tool Wing Zodiac


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This woodcut print from 1509 showcases an intriguing piece of celestial apparatus known as the Armillary Sphere. Two antipodal angels delicately hold this intricate instrument, adorned with the zodiac signs, symbolizing their connection to both heaven and earth. The craftsmanship and attention to detail in this Renaissance-era artwork are truly remarkable. The Armillary Sphere was a tool used in cosmology during that time period, reflecting the Ptolemaic model of the universe. It represented a simplified version of the celestial sphere, allowing astronomers to study and understand the movements of heavenly bodies. This particular woodcut is taken from Johannes de Sacrobosco's Textus spere materialis, a renowned astronomical treatise published in Leipzig, Germany. Beyond its scientific significance, this image also holds an air of mysticism and occultism associated with Renaissance beliefs. The presence of angelic figures suggests a divine connection between humans and the cosmos they sought to comprehend. As we gaze upon this historical artifact captured through Granger Art on Demand, we are transported back in time to an era where science intertwined with spirituality. It serves as a reminder of humanity's eternal fascination with understanding our place within the vastness of space and how art can beautifully capture these complex ideas for generations to come.

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