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Galileo (1564-1642) presenting his telescope to the Venetian senate, from The Trial of Galileo (fresco)
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Galileo (1564-1642) presenting his telescope to the Venetian senate, from The Trial of Galileo (fresco)
ALI175523 Galileo (1564-1642) presenting his telescope to the Venetian senate, from The Trial of Galileo (fresco) by Sabatelli, Luigi (1772-1850); Museo di Fisica e Storia Naturale, Florence, Italy; (add.info.: Galilee presente sa lunette au senat Venetien; charged with heresy for believing the Copernican system; sentenced to house arrest until his death; ); Alinari
Media ID 23197926
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Demonstrating Demonstration Galilei Heretic Mathematician Natural Philosopher Presentation Optical Instrument
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The captivating print captures a significant moment in history as Galileo Galilei, the renowned scientist and Italian astronomer, presents his groundbreaking invention, the telescope, to the esteemed Venetian senate. Painted by Luigi Sabatelli in a fresco titled "The Trial of Galileo" this artwork showcases not only Galileo's brilliance but also his subsequent persecution for challenging prevailing beliefs. Galileo's presentation of the optical instrument symbolizes his relentless pursuit of knowledge and commitment to scientific exploration. With this revolutionary device, he shattered existing notions about our place in the universe by providing evidence for Copernicus' heliocentric model. However, such radical ideas led him down a treacherous path. This image serves as a reminder of Galileo's struggle against societal norms and religious dogma. Accused of heresy for advocating Copernicanism, he was ultimately sentenced to house arrest until his death. Despite facing adversity and being labeled a heretic, Galileo remained steadfast in defending his theories that would later revolutionize astronomy. Sabatelli skillfully portrays this pivotal moment through vivid brushstrokes and intricate details that bring the scene to life. The painting is housed at Museo di Fisica e Storia Naturale in Florence, Italy – an appropriate location considering its significance within scientific history. As we gaze upon this remarkable print from Fine Art Finder by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded not only of Galileo's contributions but also of the importance of questioning established beliefs
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