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Frontispiece to Robert Fludds Utriusque Cosmi Historia
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Frontispiece to Robert Fludds Utriusque Cosmi Historia
XJF447340 Frontispiece to Robert Fludds Utriusque Cosmi Historia, Tractatus Secundus de Naturae Simia Sue Tecnica Macrocosmi, Frankfurt, 1624 (engraving) by English School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from the top, clockwise, arithmetic, trigonometry, geometry, painting, military technology, weights and measures, horology, cartography, astrology, geomancy, music; the monkey is probably a dismissive signifier; The metaphysical, physical and technical history of the two worlds, namely the greater and the lesser; Robert Fludd (1574-1637); ); English, out of copyright
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Arithmetic Astrology Cartography Chimp Clock Diagram Diagrams Fludds Frontispiece Geometry Globe Horology Lessons Magic Master Measures Monkey Occult Organ Robert Fludd Schoolmasters Sciences Sundial Surveyor The Arts Trigonometry Utriusque Cosmi Historia Weights Wheel Architects Fludd Geomancy Military Technology Musical Instruments
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This frontispiece, captured in a photo print, belongs to Robert Fludd's Utriusque Cosmi Historia. Created by an anonymous English School artist in the 17th century, this intricate engraving is part of a private collection. The image showcases various disciplines and fields of knowledge that were significant during that time. Starting from the top and moving clockwise, we see representations of arithmetic, trigonometry, geometry, painting, military technology, weights and measures, horology (the study of timekeeping), cartography (map-making), astrology (the study of celestial bodies' influence on human affairs), geomancy (divination through interpreting patterns formed by tossed handfuls of soil or sand), and music. Interestingly enough, there is also a monkey included in this composition. While its presence may seem dismissive at first glance, it likely serves as a satirical symbol. This frontispiece aims to depict the metaphysical, physical, and technical history of both worlds - the greater and the lesser. Robert Fludd himself was an architect with a deep interest in science and occult studies. His work encompassed diverse subjects such as architecture theory and medical philosophy. Through this elaborate artwork filled with allegorical elements like diagrams and symbols related to different sciences and arts - including musical instruments like organs - Fludd aimed to convey his comprehensive understanding of the world. Overall, this print captures not only an exquisite piece of baroque art but also provides us with insight into the intellectual pursuits prevalent during that era.
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