Galilei Collection

GALILEO: MOON. Sketches by Galileo of the moon as he saw it through the telescope, from his book The Starry Messenger, 1610

SUSTERMANS, Joost (1597-1681). Portrait of Galileo Galilei. ca. mid. 17th c. Detail. Renaissance art. Cinquecento. Oil on canvas. ITALY. Florence. Galleria degli Uffizi (Uffizi Gallery)

Galileo Demonstrates
GALILEO GALILEI demonstrates his astronomical theories to a monk who isn t at all sure that he wants to know

MILTON VISITING GALILEO. John Milton visiting Galileo Galilei during Miltons Italian tour of 1638-1639. Line engraving after a painting by Annibale Gatti

GALILEO GALILEI (1564-1642). Italian astronomer, mathematician, and physicist. Under house arrest. Mezzotint, 19th century, after a painting, c1820, by Jean Antoine Laurent

Milton visiting Galileo when a prisoner of the Inquisition, 1847. Artist: Hart, Solomon Alexander (1806-1881)
Milton visiting Galileo when a prisoner of the Inquisition, 1847. Private Collection

Cver of the work Dialogo di Galileo Galilei
" Cver of the work " Dialogo di Galileo Galilei Linceo Al Sermo. Ferd. II. Grand. Duca di Toscana". Copy of an engraving by Stefano della Bella (1632). Engraving."

Galileo Galilei, Italian physicist and astronomer
Galileo Galilei. Engraving of Galileo Galilei(1564-1642), Italian astronomer and physicist. In1610 he became the first person to use a telescopefor astronomical studies

Portrait of Galileo Galilei. Artist: Boschi, Francesco (1619-1675)
Portrait of Galileo Galilei. Found in the collection of Musee de l Histoire de France, Chateau de Versailles

Galileo facing the Inquisition, Rome, 1633 (1870). Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), Italian astronomer, mathematician and physicist

Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) (copperplate engraving)
533637 Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) (copperplate engraving) by Villamena, Francesco (1566-1624); (add.info.: Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) Italian astronomer and mathematician

Frontispiece to Dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo by Galileo, published in 1632 (engraving)
533634 Frontispiece to Dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo by Galileo, published in 1632 (engraving by Bella, Stefano della (1610-64); (add.info.: Dialogo dei Massimi Sistemi)

Galileo Galilei's tomb. Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence. Italy. 18th century
YOU4419629 Galileo Galilei's tomb. Basilica of Santa Croce, Florence. Italy. 18th century by Foggini, Giovanni Battista (1652-1725); (add.info.: Galileo Galilei, called Galilee (1564-1642)

Galileo Galilei and John Milton, 1921 (chromo)
3780094 Galileo Galilei and John Milton, 1921 (chromo); (add.info.: John Milton pays a visit to Galileo Galilei, who explains his theories to him)

Objective lens of the astronomical bezel of Galilee or Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), 1610 (object)
DEX5040778 Objective lens of the astronomical bezel of Galilee or Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), 1610 (object) by Galilei, Galileo (1564-1642); Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Florence

Objective lens and astronomical bezel of Galilee or Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), 1610 (object)
DEX5040742 Objective lens and astronomical bezel of Galilee or Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), 1610 (object) by Galilei, Galileo (1564-1642); Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Florence

Magnet given by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) to Ferdinando II de Medici, c. 1608 (object)
DEX5040803 Magnet given by Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) to Ferdinando II de Medici, c.1608 (object) by Galilei, Galileo (1564-1642); Istituto e Museo di Storia della Scienza, Florence

Galileo Galilei demonstrating law of gravity in presence of Giovanni De Medici, Tribune of Galileo, Florence, c
DEX5040747 Galileo Galilei demonstrating law of gravity in presence of Giovanni De Medici, Tribune of Galileo, Florence, c.1839 (fresco) by Bezzuoli, Giuseppe (1784-1855); Museo della Specola

Galilee and the Inquisition: "E pure so muove! "(And yet it moves is a phrase said to have been uttered)
ELD4856314 Galilee and the Inquisition: " E pure so muove! " (And yet it moves is a phrase said to have been uttered before the Inquisition by the Italian mathematician)

Galilee (1564-1642) before the Tribunal of the Inquisition The Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei was sentenced in 1633
JLJ4683636 Galilee (1564-1642) before the Tribunal of the Inquisition The Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei was sentenced in 1633 for his work defending the heliocentric model theory of the universe

Galilee Representation of Galileo Galilei in the piece "Galilee"by Francois Ponsard (1814-1867)
JLJ4685427 Galilee Representation of Galileo Galilei in the piece " Galilee" by Francois Ponsard (1814-1867) at the French Comedie in 1867. The astronomer is represented there in prison

Galilee Representation of Galileo Galilei in the piece "Galilee"by Francois Ponsard (1814-1867)
JLJ4685434 Galilee Representation of Galileo Galilei in the piece " Galilee" by Francois Ponsard (1814-1867) at the French Comedie in 1867. The astronomer is represented there in prison

Detail of "Galilee (1564-1642) before the Tribunal of the Inquisition"The Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei
JLJ4683640 Detail of " Galilee (1564-1642) before the Tribunal of the Inquisition" The Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei was condemned in 1633 for his work defending the heliocentric model

Portrait of Galileo Galilei. Creator: Anonymous
Portrait of Galileo Galilei. Private Collection

Brassy instrument known as "Jovilabe"(Jovilabium
LRI4632409 Brassy instrument known as " Jovilabe" (Jovilabium) projected following studies on the Jupiter satellite periods by astronomer Galileo Galilei (Galilee) (1564-1642) around 1610

Double page of "Medicea Sidera"or Pianeti Medicei
LRI4632376 Double page of " Medicea Sidera" or Pianeti Medicei (Planetes mediceennes), manuscript by the Italian astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei dit Galilee (1564-1642)

Galilee dit Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) in the presence of the Doge
LRI4632315 Galilee dit Galileo Galilei (1564-1642) in the presence of the Doge. The scientist presents the telescope at the Venice Senate in the bell tower of St. Marks Square

John Milton, English poet and essayist (1608 - 1674) visited Galileo Galilei (Galileo
GIA4772726 John Milton, English poet and essayist (1608 - 1674) visited Galileo Galilei (Galileo) (1564 - 1642) in his cell of the Florence Inquisition. Engraving. 1860 approx

Galilee Bezel (1564 - 1642), Museum of Science and Technology, Milan
GIA4695405 Galilee Bezel (1564 - 1642), Museum of Science and Technology, Milan. by Unknown Artist, (17th century); Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo Da Vinci, Milan

Portrait of Galileo Galilei dit Galilee, Italian astronomer (1564-1642
XEE4148957 Portrait of Galileo Galilei dit Galilee, Italian astronomer (1564-1642) engraving by Tommaso Piroli (1752-1824) private collection by Piroli

The Trial of Galileo (1564-1642) detail of Galileo in Pisa (fresco)
ALI173489 The Trial of Galileo (1564-1642) detail of Galileo in Pisa (fresco) by Bezzuoli, Giuseppe (1784-1855); Museo di Fisica e Storia Naturale, Florence, Italy; Alinari

Reproduction of the thermoscope used by astronomer Galileo Galilei (Galilee) (1564-1642
LRI4632406 Reproduction of the thermoscope used by astronomer Galileo Galilei (Galilee) (1564-1642) for his studies on the effect on air density produced by temperature variations

Clock a weighing pendulum studied by the Italian astronomer
LRI4632386 Clock a weighing pendulum studied by the Italian astronomer and physicist Galileo Galilei dit Galilee (1564-1642) in 1638 to measure time. Drawing

John Milton (1608-1674) visiting Galileo Galilei (Galilee)
GIA4713287 John Milton (1608-1674) visiting Galileo Galilei (Galilee), in his prison of the Inquisition in Arcetri, near Florence, in 1640. 19th century engraving from a painting by T. Lessi

Representation of the moon. Plate taken from "Sidereus nuncius"
GIA4792182 Representation of the moon. Plate taken from " Sidereus nuncius" (or " the celestial messenger" ) by Galileo Galilei (Galilee) by Unknown Artist

Galileo Galilei (Galilee) 1564-1642 - engraving - 19th century
GIA4719862 Galileo Galilei (Galilee) 1564-1642 - engraving - 19th century by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Gravity force. The inclined plane of Galileo Galilei (Galileo) (1564 - 1642
GIA4765317 Gravity force. The inclined plane of Galileo Galilei (Galileo) (1564 - 1642) which allowed him to discover the laws of gravity by studying the fall of bodies around 1604

Galilee (or Galileo Galilei (1564-1642)) before the Holy Office in the Vatican"
LSE4335239 Galilee (or Galileo Galilei (1564-1642)) before the Holy Office in the Vatican" The astronomer was sentenced by the Inquisition Tribunal in 1632

Captivity of Galileo Galilei dit Galileo (1564 - 1642) at the palace of the Archbishop of
XEE4412010 Captivity of Galileo Galilei dit Galileo (1564 - 1642) at the palace of the Archbishop of Siena. by Unknown Artist

Captivity of Galileo Galilei dit Galilee, Italian astronomer (1564-1642)
XEE4165536 Captivity of Galileo Galilei dit Galilee, Italian astronomer (1564-1642), engraving after Charles Mullers painting, 1867

Galileo brought before the Inquisition Court (1633). postcard after the fresco of
XEE4103232 Galileo brought before the Inquisition Court (1633). postcard after the fresco of Barabino by Barabino, Nicolo (1832-91) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Galileo Galilei (Galileo) presenting the first astronomical bezel at the Doge of Venice
LSE4111772 Galileo Galilei (Galileo) presenting the first astronomical bezel at the Doge of Venice. by Unknown Artist, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Portrait of Galilee - Galileo Galilei - From series "Leaders of Men"
XEE4162629 Portrait of Galilee - Galileo Galilei - From series " Leaders of Men" - Chromolithography - English School, 20th century - by English School

Galileo (1564-1642) retracts his theory of the movement of the earth before the judges of
CHT223759 Galileo (1564-1642) retracts his theory of the movement of the earth before the judges of the Holy Office (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

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

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)

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Galileo Galilei, a name synonymous with scientific brilliance and revolutionary discoveries. His sketches of the moon as seen through his telescope in 1610, showcased in his book "The Starry Messenger, " opened up new realms of understanding about our celestial neighbor. The intricate details captured in those sketches forever changed our perception of the moon's surface. In Joost Sustermans' portrait of Galileo, we catch a glimpse of the man behind these groundbreaking observations. With an intense gaze and wise countenance, he exudes determination and intellect, and is this very spirit that led him to demonstrate his findings fearlessly, challenging conventional beliefs and paving the way for future scientists. During John Milton's Italian tour in 1638-1639, he had the privilege of visiting Galileo himself. This encounter between two great minds was immortalized by Annibale Gatti's painting turned line engraving. It serves as a testament to the profound impact Galileo had on not only astronomers but also intellectuals from various disciplines. However, despite his contributions to science and humanity at large, Galileo found himself under house arrest due to his controversial views on astronomy. Yet even during this difficult period, he continued to delve into research and expand human knowledge. The cover of Dialogo di Galileo Galilei stands as a symbol of defiance against oppression—a work that challenged established dogmas while presenting compelling arguments based on empirical evidence. Galileo's legacy extends far beyond astronomy; he was an accomplished physicist and mathematician too. His theories revolutionized our understanding of motion and laid the foundation for Isaac Newton's laws centuries later. As we explore further into history through copperplate engravings like those depicting Galileo or frontispieces like Dialogo sopra i due massimi sistemi del mondo published in 1632, we are reminded not only of his genius but also how society has evolved since then.