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Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses. One of the volvelles features a dragon with multiple heads and a partial solar eclipse, 1540 (hand-coloured engraving)
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Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses. One of the volvelles features a dragon with multiple heads and a partial solar eclipse, 1540 (hand-coloured engraving)
7340903 Volvelle giving the rules for predicting solar and lunar eclipses. One of the volvelles features a dragon with multiple heads and a partial solar eclipse, 1540 (hand-coloured engraving) by Apianus, Petrus (1495-1552); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Peter Apian
One of a set of 26 hand-coloured engravings which features in Astronomicum Caesareum'.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38515962
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This hand-colored engraving from 1540 showcases a volvelle, a tool used for predicting solar and lunar eclipses. Created by Peter Apian, this intricate piece of astronomical art features a dragon with multiple heads and a partial solar eclipse, adding an element of fantasy to the scientific subject matter.
The detailed craftsmanship of the volvelle is truly remarkable, with each component carefully designed to aid in the prediction of celestial events. The inclusion of the dragon adds a touch of mystique to the piece, highlighting the blend of science and mythology that was prevalent during the Renaissance period.
As you study this artwork, you can't help but marvel at the ingenuity and creativity that went into its creation. The combination of colors brings depth and vibrancy to the image, drawing your eye to each individual detail.
In a time when understanding eclipses was crucial for navigation and timekeeping, tools like this volvelle were essential for astronomers and explorers alike. This print serves as both a historical artifact and a work of art, showcasing the intersection of science and imagination in early modern Europe.
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