Galileo Collection (#9)

Carl Sagan, US astronomer
Carl Sagan. Caricature of the US astronomer and astrochemist Carl Edward Sagan (1934-1996). Sagan was a consultant and adviser to NASA, and worked on the Apollo mission, as well as the Mariner

14th century theological cosmography. Close-up of a geocentric depiction of the Universe that has a T-O (orbis terrarum) map of the Earth at centre

GALILEO GALILEI (1564-1642). Italian mathematician, astronomer, and physicist. Drawing, c1624, by Ottavio Leoni

Lunar surface sketched by Galileo
A sketch of the lunar surface made by Galileo and originally published in his book Siderius Nuncius in 1610

Tomb of Galileo, Santa Croce church, Florence (Firenze), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Science / Galileo / Lamp
The lamp in Pisa cathedral which inspired Galileos pendulum

Galileo as a Youth
GALILEO GALILEI, as a youth, is sent by his father from Firenze to Pisa, there to study medicine

Galileo / Milton Visits
John Milton visiting Galileo

Galileo / Telescope / Study
Galileo calculates the magnification of his telescope

Galileo / Denies Findings
Galileo denies the movement of the Earth to the judges of the Holy Office

Galileo / Jupiter`s Satel
Galileo shows the satellites of Jupiter to Venetian senators

Galileo / Church at Pisa
GALILEO GALILEI Italian mathematician, astronomer and physicist in a church in Pisa, Italy, where he was born

Galileo / His Instruments
A selection of Galileos instruments

Ferdinand II de Medici, Grand Duke of Tuscany, patron of the arts and pupil of Galileo, seen here with his consort and cousin, Vittoria della Rovere (1622-1694)

Galileo on trial
Italian mathematician, physicist and astronomer, Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), Before Pope Urban VIII when on trial for heresy

Galileo / Birthplace / Pisa
his birthplace at Pisa

Galileo / Tower / Padua
the tower at Padova (Padua) where many of his observations were made

Galileo Galilei / Milton
GALILEO GALILEI Italian astronomer, visited by the English poet John Milton at the villa d Arcetri, near Firenze, Italy, in 1638

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"Galileo: Unveiling the Mysteries of the Cosmos" In the vast realm of astronomy, one name stands out as a beacon of knowledge and discovery - Galileo. This brilliant mind, often referred to as the "father of modern science, " revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Inspired by his predecessors like Carl Sagan, Galileo's contributions have left an indelible mark on humanity's quest for knowledge. Through his groundbreaking work with telescopes, Galileo unveiled secrets hidden within celestial bodies. His sketches in "The Starry Messenger" transported us to another world entirely - GALILEO: MOON. With meticulous precision, he captured the moon as he saw it through his telescope in 1610. These sketches not only amazed but also challenged existing beliefs about our place in the cosmos. Galileos Telescope became an instrument that bridged Earth and sky, allowing him to observe celestial wonders previously unseen by human eyes. It was through this lens that he discovered new moons orbiting Jupiter and witnessed Saturn's enigmatic rings for the first time. But it wasn't just distant planets that captivated Galileo; The Earth & Moon held a special fascination for him too. Through careful observation and analysis, he unraveled their intricate relationship and shed light on their shared journey around the sun. As we delve into history, portraits such as SUSTERMANS' depiction reveal a man whose brilliance radiated from within - Portrait captures both his intellect and determination to challenge conventional wisdom. Galileo Demonstrates his findings with unwavering conviction despite facing opposition from established authorities who feared disruption to prevailing dogmas. His courage paved the way for future scientific revolutions that would shape our understanding of reality itself. Even renowned poet John Milton recognized Galileo's genius during Miltons Italian tour when MILTON VISITED GALILEO in 1638-1639. Their meeting symbolizes how artistry intertwines with scientific inquiry, inspiring each other to push the boundaries of human knowledge.