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Copernicus / Chapman
MIKOLAI KOPERNIK (COPERNICUS) Polish astronomer
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1473 1543 Astronomer Brocade Chapman Copernicus Curly Fringe Kopernik Mikolai Polish Solar System
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 16.5cm x 23.7cm (6.5" 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 portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Mikolaj Kopernik, better known as Nicolaus Copernicus, the Polish astronomer who revolutionized our understanding of the universe. The image, dated around the late 16th century, is believed to be a depiction of the scholar as he appeared in his later years. Copernicus' curly hair frames his thoughtful, introspective face, which seems to gaze off into the distant cosmos. The rich, brocade background adds an air of grandeur and importance to the scene. Copernicus is famous for proposing a heliocentric model of the solar system, in which the Sun, rather than the Earth, is at the center. This radical idea challenged the prevailing geocentric view, which held that the Earth was the center of the universe. Copernicus' work, published posthumously in 1543, marked a turning point in the history of astronomy and paved the way for the scientific revolution. Despite the groundbreaking nature of his discoveries, Copernicus led a quiet and unassuming life. He spent most of his career as a canon in the cathedral at Frombork, Poland, where he carried out his astronomical research in secret. It was only after his death that his work was brought to the attention of the wider world, and his legacy as a pioneering scientist began to take shape. This evocative portrait offers a glimpse into the life of a man whose ideas changed the course of history. With its intricate details and historical significance, it is a fitting reminder of Copernicus' enduring influence on our understanding of the universe.
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