Fabri Collection

Measuring the distance from ship to shore, using a quadrant marked with shadow-scales, 1598. From L usa della squadra mobile by Ottavius Fabri. (Venice, 1598)

Nic Ch Fabri Pieresc 1580-1637 painting Oil
Nic, Ch, , Fabri, Pieresc, The Pieresc, 1580-1637, painting, Oil, Height, 56 cm (22 inches), Width, 47 cm (18.5 inches)

Huib Luns Portrait plate Holy Ghost House 1899
Huib Luns, Portrait of The plate of the Holy Ghost House in 1899, group portrait portrait painting canvas linen oil painting

Nicolas-Claude Fabri De Peiresc, 1581-1637. French Antiquary And Humanist. Discoverer Of The Orion Nebula (1610). Engraved By C. Mellan

Adam and Eve and Dioscorides and Andromachus
Engraved title page of Pharmacopoeia Bruxellensis (1641). Depicts Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden and Dioscorides and Andromachus. There is a vignette depicting Bruxelles in a cartouch

Barberini Ivory. Detail. Work given to Cardinal Barberini from Claude Fabri de Peiresc, a scholar from Aix. It shows

Peirisc (Blanchard)
NICOLAS-CLAUDE FABRI DE PEIRESC French Scholar and Antiquary Date: 1580 - 1637

N C Fabri De Peiresc
NICOLAS-CLAUDE FABRI DE PEIRESC French scholar, antiquary &c Date: 1580 - 1637

after Claude Mellan, Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc, 1637 or after, engraving on laid paper

NICOLAS-CLAUDE FABRI DE Peiresc (1580-1637). French astronomer and scientist. Line engraving, 18th century

Measuring the distance from ship to shore, using a quadrant marked with shadow-scales. From Ottavius Fabri L usa della squadra mobile, Venice, 1598. Engraving

Nicolas Fabri de Peiresc, astronomer
Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637), French astronomer. Peiresc was born into a wealthy family at Aix-en-Provence. He studied at Toulon and Montpellier, graduating in law in 1605

Peirisc (Oval Drawing)
NICOLAS-CLAUDE FABRI DE PEIRESC French Scholar and Antiquary

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"Exploring the Legacy of Fabri: From Adam and Eve to Dioscorides and Andromachus" Step back in time to 1598, where Nicolas-Claude Fabri De Peiresc revolutionized navigation by measuring the distance from ship to shore using a quadrant marked with shadow-scales. This French antiquary and humanist left an indelible mark on history, not only as a scientist but also as a discoverer of the Orion Nebula in 1610. Intriguingly captured in an engraving by C. Mellan, we witness the essence of N. C. Fabri De Peiresc's brilliance. His contribution to astronomy is further emphasized through another masterpiece depicting him alongside Barberini Ivory, showcasing his multifaceted nature. Huib Luns' portrait plate Holy Ghost House immortalizes this remarkable figure who lived between 1581-1637. The painting captures his intellectual prowess and enigmatic aura that continues to captivate scholars even today. Claude Mellan's meticulous engraving transports us into the world of Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc once again. Created either in 1637 or after his passing, it serves as a testament to his enduring legacy. As we delve deeper into history, we uncover more about this extraordinary man - a French astronomer and scientist whose line engraving showcases his dedication towards unraveling celestial mysteries. Fabri's journey takes us from ancient times with references to Adam and Eve all the way through Dioscorides and Andromachus - highlighting how he stood on the shoulders of giants while forging new paths himself. Nicolas-Claude Fabri De Peiresc was undoubtedly one of those rare individuals who shaped our understanding of both earthly measurements and heavenly wonders alike. His contributions continue to inspire generations, reminding us that curiosity knows no bounds when it comes to exploring the vastness of our universe.