The fourth day. A pre-Copernican universe with the earth at the center. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493

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The fourth day. A pre-Copernican universe with the earth at the center. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493

GOD CREATING WORLD, 1493.
The fourth day. A pre-Copernican universe with the earth at the center. Woodcut from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, Nuremberg, Germany, 1493

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1493 Allegory Celestial Sphere Claudius Cosmology Creation Deity Diagram Hand Hartman Hartmann Myth Nuremberg Chronicle Planet Ptolemaic Ptolemy Schedel Sphere Star Symbol World

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This woodcut print from Hartmann Schedels Weltchronik, created in Nuremberg, Germany in 1493, takes us back to a time when the Earth was believed to be at the center of the universe. Depicting the fourth day of creation, this pre-Copernican illustration showcases a fascinating blend of late medieval and Renaissance cosmology. Intricately detailed and richly symbolic, the image portrays an allegorical representation of God creating the world. The Earth is positioned prominently as the central sphere, surrounded by celestial bodies and stars that symbolize planets within our solar system. This Ptolemaic diagram reflects prevailing beliefs influenced by ancient Greek astronomer Claudius Ptolemy. The artist's handiwork shines through in every stroke and line meticulously etched into wood. The intricate details bring life to this mythological scene while also serving as a visual guide for understanding early cosmological concepts. Hartmann Schedel's Nuremberg Chronicle was one of the most significant books produced during this period. Its woodcuts played an instrumental role in disseminating knowledge and shaping popular perceptions about science, religion, and history. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of artistry from centuries past, we are reminded not only of humanity's evolving understanding of our place in the cosmos but also how art can serve as a powerful tool for communication across time and cultures.

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