Gassendi Collection

Page of the ' Petri Gassendi Institutio astronomica juxta hypotheseis tam veterum quam recentiorum
CUL4937116 Page of the ' Petri Gassendi Institutio astronomica juxta hypotheseis tam veterum quam recentiorum: cui accesserunt Galilei Nuncius sidereus, and Johannis Kepleri Dioptrice"

Cover of the ' Petri Gassendi Institutio astronomica juxta hypotheseis tam veterum quam recentiorum
CUL4937125 Cover of the ' Petri Gassendi Institutio astronomica juxta hypotheseis tam veterum quam recentiorum: cui accesserunt Galilei Nuncius sidereus, and Johannis Kepleri Dioptrice"

Page of the book " Petri Gassendi Institutio astronomica juxta hypotheseis tam veterum quam recentiorum
CUL4847637 Page of the book " Petri Gassendi Institutio astronomica juxta hypotheseis tam veterum quam recentiorum: cui accesserunt Galilei Nuncius sidereus

Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata (engraving)
1617324 Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata)

Pierre Gassendi, ca. 1637 or 1638. Creator: Claude Mellan
Pierre Gassendi, ca. 1637 or 1638

The Moon in its Final Quarter, 1635. Creator: Claude Mellan
The Moon in its Final Quarter, 1635. Commissioned by Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc and Pierre Gassendi, a theologian with a passionate interest in astronomy

Full Moon, 1635. Creator: Claude Mellan
Full Moon, 1635. Commissioned by Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc and Pierre Gassendi, a theologian with a passionate interest in astronomy

Pierre Gassendi, French philosopher, scientist, astronomer, and mathematician, 17th century. Artist: Claude Mellan
Pierre Gassendi, French philosopher, scientist, astronomer, and mathematician, 17th century. Appointed professor of mathematics at the College Royal, Paris, in 1645

Pierre Gassendi / J Lubin
PIERRE GASSENDI French philosopher Date: 1592 - 1655

Gassendi, Pierre (1592-1665). French philosopher, priest, scientist, astronomer, and mathematician. Page of the book Petri Gassendi Institutio astronomica juxta hypotheseis tam veterum quam

Loewy et Puiseux (French, 1833-1907), Photographie Lunaire Capuanus-Bouillaud-Gassendi, 1896, photogravure

Pierre Gassendi (1592-1655) French philosopher and scientist, friend of Kepler and Galileo. Calculated velocity of sound in air with some accuracy. Engraving

YAхZ DE LA ALMEDINA, Fernando (1489-1536);Gassendi
" YAх Z DE LA ALMEDINA, Fernando (1489-1536); Gassendi, Pierre (1592-1665); SEM, Georges Goursat, called (1863-1934); BEARDSLEY, Aubrey Vincent (1872-1898); FIRENZE

Nicolas Fabri de Peiresc, astronomer
Nicolas-Claude Fabri de Peiresc (1580-1637), French astronomer. Peiresc was born into a wealthy family at Aix-en-Provence. He studied at Toulon and Montpellier, graduating in law in 1605

Pierre Gassendi / Mellan G
PIERRE GASSENDI French philosopher

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Pierre Gassendi, a renowned French philosopher, scientist, astronomer, and mathematician of the 17th century, left an indelible mark on various fields of study. His contributions to philosophy and science were so significant that they continue to be celebrated today. Gassendi's intellectual prowess is beautifully captured in Claude Mellan's engravings. One such engraving depicts the Anglo-French Blockade of the Rio de la Plata, showcasing Gassendi's involvement in historical events. This image serves as a reminder of his multifaceted nature and his impact beyond academia. Mellan also immortalized Gassendi through his artistic representation of celestial bodies. In "The Moon in its Final Quarter" and "Full Moon, " Mellan skillfully portrays the lunar phases with intricate detail. These illustrations not only highlight Gassendi's interest in astronomy but also emphasize his ability to bridge scientific knowledge with artistic expression. Another mesmerizing artwork by Mellan showcases Pierre Gassendi himself. The portrait captures the essence of this brilliant thinker who dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of our universe. Through this piece, we catch a glimpse into Gassendi's intellect and passion for expanding human understanding. Glimpses into history reveal that Gassendi was highly regarded during his time as well. J Lubin's depiction further emphasizes this reverence towards him within contemporary society, and is evident that he made substantial contributions that resonated far beyond academic circles. Gassendi's legacy extends even further through Loewy et Puiseux’s photographie lunaire Capuanus-Bouillaud-Gassendi – a testament to how he influenced future generations' exploration of space. This photograph reminds us that while he may have lived centuries ago, his work continues to inspire modern scientists striving for greater knowledge about our celestial surroundings. Pierre Gassendi was more than just a French philosopher.