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Frontispice of "Dialogue on the Two Great Systems of the World"
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Frontispice of "Dialogue on the Two Great Systems of the World"
LRI4632357 Frontispice of " Dialogue on the Two Great Systems of the World" (dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo) commissioned by Pope Urban VIII to the astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei dit Galilee (1564-1642) around 1620 and published in 1632. It is a Dialogue between Filippo Salviati, a Florentine supporter of Copernicus, the Venetian mathematician and friend of Galilee Giovan Francesco Sagredo and Simplicio, defending the aristotelican theory. Galilee exhibits for the first time his heliocentric theory of the Universe. Florence, biblioteca nazionale - Dialogue involving Filippo Salviati (1582-1614), a Florentine supporter of Copernicus, the mathematician and Venetian Giovan Francesco Sagredo (1571-1620), close friend of Galileo and Simplicio, the Aristotelian theory defendant. Frontispiece of " Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief Systems of the World" (dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo) ordered by Pope Urban VIII to the astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei called Galileo (1564-1642) around 1620 and published in 1632, in which he exhibited for the first time his heliocentric theory of the universe. Florence, Nazionale biblioteca by Unknown Artist, (17th century); Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Frontispice of " Dialogue on the Two Great Systems of the World" (dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo) commissioned by Pope Urban VIII to the astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei dit Galilee (1564-1642) around 1620 and published in 1632. It is a Dialogue between Filippo Salviati, a Florentine supporter of Copernicus, the Venetian mathematician and friend of Galilee Giovan Francesco Sagredo and Simplicio, defending the aristotelican theory. Galilee exhibits for the first time his heliocentric theory of the Universe. Florence, biblioteca nazionale - Dialogue involving Filippo Salviati (1582-1614), a Florentine supporter of Copernicus, the mathematician and Venetian Giovan Francesco Sagredo (1571-1620), close friend of Galileo and Simplicio, the Aristotelian theory defendant. Frontispiece of " Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief Systems of the World" (dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo) ordered by Pope Urban VIII to the astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei called Galileo (1564-1642) around 1620 and published in 1632, in which he exhibited for the first time his heliocentric theory of the universe. Florence, Nazionale biblioteca); Luisa Ricciarini; out of copyright
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Frontispiece Galilee 1564 1642 Galilei Galileo Learned Mathematician
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The print captures the frontispiece of "Dialogue on the Two Great Systems of the World" a significant work commissioned by Pope Urban VIII to Galileo Galilei, also known as Galileo. Created around 1620 and published in 1632, this dialogue explores the clash between different theories about the structure of the universe. In this artwork, we see Filippo Salviati, a supporter of Copernicus' heliocentric theory, engaged in conversation with Giovan Francesco Sagredo, a Venetian mathematician and close friend of Galileo. On the other side stands Simplicio, defending Aristotle's geocentric theory. This dialogue marks an important moment when Galileo first presents his heliocentric theory to the world. The frontispiece itself is a testament to both scientific inquiry and artistic expression. It showcases intricate details and symbolism that reflect the intellectual debates surrounding astronomy during that time. The image serves as an invitation for readers to delve into this groundbreaking text and engage with its ideas. This particular print is housed at Florence's Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale and was captured by photographer Luisa Ricciarini. Through her lens, we can appreciate not only the historical significance but also the beauty inherent in this piece of artistry from centuries past.
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