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Comet of 1456 (Halley), 1557
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Comet of 1456 (Halley), 1557
Comet of 1456 (Halley), 1557. The English astronomer, Edmond Halley (1656-1742) was the first to suggest that appearances of bright comets every 76 years were in fact sightings of the same comet. Halley predicted it would return in 1758. The comet duly reappeared as he had said it would, albeit long after his death, and is named in his honour. At this appearance in 1456 the comet was excommunicated by Pope Calixtus III. From Prodigioum ac ostentorum chronicon by Conrad Lycosthenes. (Basel, 1557)
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This print captures a significant moment in the history of astronomy - the sighting of the Comet of 1456 (Halley) and its subsequent excommunication by Pope Calixtus III. Created by Conrad Lycosthenes in 1557, this woodcut showcases a fortified city with a majestic castle, set against the backdrop of a star-filled night sky. Intriguingly, it was English astronomer Edmond Halley who first proposed that these periodic sightings of bright comets were actually observations of the same celestial object. Halley's prediction that the comet would return in 1758 proved to be accurate, even though he did not live to witness it himself. As an homage to his groundbreaking work, this famous comet came to be known as "Halley's Comet". The image highlights both scientific curiosity and religious beliefs intertwining during this era. The act of excommunicating the comet symbolizes how natural phenomena were often interpreted through spiritual lenses. Pope Calixtus III's decision reflects society's attempt to understand and control such mysterious occurrences. Conrad Lycosthenes' woodcut beautifully captures this historical event with intricate details and delicate lines. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with celestial wonders and our constant quest for knowledge about our place in the universe.
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