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Copernicus [Larmessin]

MIKOLAI KOPERNIK (COPERNICUS) Polish astronomer

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1473 1543 Astronomer Compasses Copernicus Curtain Drawings Globe Kopernik Larmessin Mikolai Polish

Mouse Pad

Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.

Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice

Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.9cm x 23.7cm (7" x 9.3")

Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative image captures the intellectual brilliance and groundbreaking discoveries of Mikolaj Kopernik, more commonly known as Copernicus, the renowned Polish astronomer. The portrait, set against a richly textured and ornate curtain, reveals Copernik in deep contemplation, his gaze fixed on the intricate globe resting in his hands. The globe, a symbol of the cosmos, represents the astronomical theories that consumed Copernik's life. Born in 1473 in the Royal Prussian town of Torun, Copernik's curiosity about the natural world was ignited at an early age. He pursued his studies in mathematics, astronomy, and medicine, eventually settling in the intellectual hub of Cracow, where he began to develop his revolutionary ideas about the heliocentric model of the universe. The compasses in Copernik's hand serve as a reminder of his mathematical prowess and the role that geometry played in his astronomical theories. The intricate designs on the globe reflect the meticulous attention to detail that characterized his work. The historical setting of the image, with its grandeur and opulence, underscores the significance of Copernik's discoveries, which challenged the prevailing geocentric model and forever changed the way we understand the universe. Copernik's seminal work, "De Revolutionibus Orbium Coelestium" (On the Revolutions of the Celestial Spheres), was published in 1543, just before his death. The publication of this groundbreaking text marked the beginning of the Scientific Revolution and solidified Copernik's place in history as a pioneering figure in the field of astronomy. This image, with its intriguing details and historical significance, offers a glimpse into the mind of a man who dared to challenge the established order and expand our understanding of the cosmos.

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