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Fine Art Print : The Earth as the center of the universe, surrounded by the 12 wind gods. Woodcut by Albrecht Durer from Willibald Pirkheimers translation of Ptolemy, Geographicae enarrationes, published, 1525, by Johann Gruninger in Strassburg, Germany
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The Earth as the center of the universe, surrounded by the 12 wind gods. Woodcut by Albrecht Durer from Willibald Pirkheimers translation of Ptolemy, Geographicae enarrationes, published, 1525, by Johann Gruninger in Strassburg, Germany
PTOLEMAIC UNIVERSE, 1525.
The Earth as the center of the universe, surrounded by the 12 wind gods. Woodcut by Albrecht Durer from Willibald Pirkheimers translation of Ptolemy, Geographicae enarrationes, published, 1525, by Johann Gruninger in Strassburg, Germany
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1525 Albrecht Celestial Sphere Center Claudius Cosmology Diagram Durer Hellenic Republic Johan Planet Ptolemaic Ptolemy Symbol Theory Wind World Pirkheimer Willibald
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print of Albrecht Dürer's iconic woodcut, "The Earth as the Center of the Universe." Originally created in 1525 for Willibald Pirkheimer's translation of Ptolemy's "Geographicae enarrationes," this masterpiece showcases the Ptolemaic universe with the Earth at its center, surrounded by the twelve wind gods. Each print is meticulously reproduced from the original 16th-century edition published by Johann Gruninger in Strassburg, Germany. Bring the rich history and intrigue of ancient cosmology into your home or office with this stunning and historically significant work of art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 47.7cm x 50.8cm (18.8" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
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.
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This woodcut print by Albrecht Durer, dating back to 1525, offers a glimpse into the cosmological beliefs of the Renaissance era. Titled "The Earth as the center of the universe, surrounded by the 12 wind gods" it presents a visual representation of Ptolemy's geocentric theory. In this intricate illustration, we see our planet positioned at the heart of the celestial sphere. The Earth is depicted as an orb adorned with various symbols and markings representing its significance in medieval cosmology. Surrounding it are twelve wind gods, each personifying a different direction and associated with specific weather patterns. Durer's meticulous attention to detail brings this ancient belief system to life. The delicate lines and shading showcase his artistic skill while also conveying a sense of reverence for these Hellenic ideas that shaped medieval understanding of our world. Published in Strassburg, Germany by Johann Gruninger, this woodcut was part of Willibald Pirkheimer's translation of Ptolemy's Geographicae enarrationes. It serves as both an educational tool and a testament to humanity's quest for knowledge during that period. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece from centuries past, we are reminded not only of how far our understanding has evolved but also how important it is to appreciate historical perspectives on science and philosophy.
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