Ptolemaeus Collection

PTOLEMY, Claudius Ptolemaeus ( c. AD 100 - c
" PTOLEMY, Claudius Ptolemaeus ( c. AD 100 - c. AD 170). Egyptian astronomer, mathematician and geographer. Map of the Ancient World. From the work " Ptolomeus Geographicorum Libri"

Ptolemy World map, 1467. Found in the collection of Biblioteka Narodowa, Warszawa

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Ptolemys earth-centered cosmological system, explained by Muller, 1400s. Hand-colored 19th century woodcut reproduction of the 1543 edition

Ptolemaeus Map A.D. 150. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892
2915322 Ptolemaeus Map A.D. 150. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892.; Photo © Hilary Morgan

Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) active 150 AD Alexandrian Greek/Egyptian astronomer and geographer
532184 Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) active 150 AD Alexandrian Greek/Egyptian astronomer and geographer, using quadrant to measure altitude of Moon. Behind him stands Urania, Muse of Astronomy

Frontispiece to The Castle of Knowledge by Robert Recorde, 1556 (woodcut)
XJF365300 Frontispiece to The Castle of Knowledge by Robert Recorde, 1556 (woodcut) by English School, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sexta Asiae Tabula, 1511 (woodcut printed in red and black)
986161 Sexta Asiae Tabula, 1511 (woodcut printed in red and black) by Ptolemy (Claudius Ptolemaeus of Alexandria)(c.90-168)(after); 33.5x52 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sexta Asiae Tabula)

Sexta Asie Tabula, 1541 (hand-coloured woodcut)
986160 Sexta Asie Tabula, 1541 (hand-coloured woodcut) by Ptolemy (Claudius Ptolemaeus of Alexandria)(c.90-168)(after); 35x57 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sexta Asie Tabula)

Map of Arabia, the Persian Gulf and the Indian Sea, 1541 (hand-coloured woodcut)
986159 Map of Arabia, the Persian Gulf and the Indian Sea, 1541 (hand-coloured woodcut) by Ptolemy (Claudius Ptolemaeus of Alexandria)(c.90-168)(after); 27.3x45.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

A Map of the World, 1511 (woodcut, red and black ink)
985939 A Map of the World, 1511 (woodcut, red and black ink) by Italian School, (16th century); 42.5x28.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: A Map of the World)

Atlas of Borso d Este, ca 1466-1467. Creator: Germanus, Donnus Nicolaus (ca. 1420-ca
Atlas of Borso d Este, ca 1466-1467. Found in the collection of Biblioteca Estense Universitaria, Modena

Claudius Ptolemy and Boethius. Found in the Collection of Biblioteca Nacional, Madrid

Map of Muscovy by Ptolemy (Octava Europe Tabula). Artist: Anonymous master
Map of Muscovy by Ptolemy (Octava Europe Tabula). Private Collection

Ptolemy World map. Artist: Germanus, Donnus Nicolaus (ca. 1420-ca. 1490)
Ptolemy World map. Private Collection

Geographia by Ptolemy, ca 1454. Artist: Anonymous master
Geographia by Ptolemy, ca 1454. Found in the collection of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana, Venice

Scenography of the Ptolemaic cosmography (From Andreas Cellarius Harmonia Macrocosmica), c. 1660. From a private collection

Ptolemaeus Map A.D. 150. From the book Life of Christopher Columbus by Clements R. Markham published 1892

Claudius Ptolemaeus, Or Ptolemy, C. Ad 90 To C. 168. Roman Mathematician, Astronomer, Geographer And Astrologer
Claudius Ptolemaeus, Or Ptolemy, C. Ad 90 To C.168. Roman Mathematician, Astronomer, Geographer And Astrologer. From Crabbs Historical Dictionary Published 1825

Ptolemaeus Map A. d. 150. From The Book Life Of Christopher Columbus By Clements R. Markham Published 1892
Ptolemaeus Map A.d. 150. From The Book Life Of Christopher Columbus By Clements R. Markham Published 1892

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Frontispiece of Galileos " Systema Cosmicum, " 1641, showing the author with Ptolemy and Copernicus. Hand-colored woodcut of the document

Ptolemaeus system Date: 2nd century AD

Mosaic of the lunar nearside

Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) fl150 AD, Alexandrian Greek astronomer and geographer, using quadrant to observe moon and stars. Urania, Muse of Astronomy, instructs him

Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus c90-158) Alexandrian Greek astronomer and geographer making observations using a quadrant. Wrongly depicted as a king

Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus - active150 AD) Alexandrian Greek astronomer. Picture attributed to Pedro Berruguete (1450-1503/4) and Justus le Gand (c1475). Louvre, Paris. Painting. Oil on wood

Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) activel150 AD Alexandrian Greek / Egyptian astronomer and geographer
Ptolemy (Claudius of Ptolemaeus) activel150 AD Alexandrian Greek/Egyptian astronomer and geographer, using quadrant to measure altitude of Moon. Behind him stands Urania, Muse of Astronomy

Ptolemy (active 150 AD) Claudius of Ptolemaeus, Alexandrian Greek astronomer and geographer. Woodcut of 1618 showing Ptolemy wearing crown as he was often confused with Ptolemaic kings

PTOLEMY, Claudius Ptolemaeus ( c. AD 100 - c. AD 170). Egyptian astronomer, mathematician and geographer. Almagest

Map of the Iberian Peninsula. Edition of " Cosmographia" in 1456. Claudius Ptolemaeus Ptolemy ( c. AD 100 - c. AD 170). Egyptian astronomer, mathematician and geographer

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Ptolemaeus, also known as Claudius Ptolemaeus, was a prominent figure in ancient geography and cartography. Born around AD 100, his contributions to the field of mapmaking have had a lasting impact on our understanding of the world. One of Ptolemy's most famous works is the Ptolemy World Map from 1467. This intricate map showcased his knowledge of various regions and their geographical features. It served as a foundation for future explorations and discoveries. In 1556, Robert Recorde featured Ptolemy's work in "The Castle of Knowledge. " The frontispiece depicted Ptolemy surrounded by symbols representing different branches of science, highlighting his influence on multiple disciplines. Ptolemy's maps continued to be reproduced throughout history. The Sexta Asiae Tabula from 1511 and its hand-colored counterpart from 1541 demonstrated the enduring popularity and relevance of his cartographic techniques. His expertise extended beyond Asia; he also created maps depicting Arabia, the Persian Gulf, Indian Sea, Europe (Octava Europe Tabula), Muscovy (Map of Muscovy by Ptolemy), and even an overall Map of the World in 1511. These detailed representations provided invaluable information for navigators and explorers during that era. Another significant collaboration involving Ptolemy was with Boethius when they worked together on an atlas commissioned by Borso d'Este around 1466-1467. Germanus Nicolaus played a crucial role in illustrating this atlas based on their combined knowledge. Ptolemys' legacy lives on through these historical artifacts that showcase both his skill as a geographer and his dedication to advancing scientific knowledge.