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Portrait of William Herschel, The Astronomical Observatory "Giuseppe Piazzi", the Pisana Tower
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Portrait of William Herschel, The Astronomical Observatory "Giuseppe Piazzi", the Pisana Tower
3900266 Portrait of William Herschel, The Astronomical Observatory " Giuseppe Piazzi", the Pisana Tower by Unknown artist, (18th-19th century); Palazzo dei Normanni, Palermo, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: Frederick William Herschel (1738-1822): German-born British astronomer and composer.
Palermo, The Royal Palace or Palazzo dei Normanni (Palace of the Normans), the Pisana Tower, The Astronomical Observatory " Giuseppe Piazzi" : portrait of William Herschel, the astronomer who invented the The " Herschelian" catadioptric telescope, and who discovered the planet Uranus.
Palermo, Palazzo Reale o Palazzo dei Normanni, Torre Pisana, Osservatorio Astronomico " Giuseppe Piazzi" : ritratto di Guglielmo Herschel, inventore dell omonimo telescopio catadiottrico e scopritore del pianeta Urano.); Ghigo Roli; out of copyright
Media ID 25164058
© Ghigo Roli / Bridgeman Images
Palazzo Dei Normanni Palazzo Reale Palermo Scientific Instrument Sicilian Sicily
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This print showcases the portrait of William Herschel, a renowned German-born British astronomer and composer. The artwork is housed in the Astronomical Observatory "Giuseppe Piazzi" located within the Pisana Tower at Palazzo dei Normanni in Palermo, Sicily, Italy. The Royal Palace or Palazzo dei Normanni, with its majestic Pisana Tower, serves as an exquisite backdrop for this historical masterpiece. The observatory itself pays homage to Herschel's groundbreaking contributions to astronomy and his invention of the revolutionary "Herschelian" catadioptric telescope. William Herschel's legacy extends beyond his innovative scientific instrument. He is also credited with discovering the planet Uranus during his illustrious career. This portrait captures his intellectual prowess and unwavering dedication to unraveling the mysteries of our universe. Ghigo Roli skillfully captured this timeless image that now resides within Fine Art Finder's collection. As you gaze upon this photograph, you are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment in astronomical history. With its rich cultural heritage and scientific significance, this print not only celebrates William Herschel but also highlights Sicily's contribution to scientific exploration. It serves as a reminder of humanity's insatiable curiosity about the cosmos and our relentless pursuit of knowledge.
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