Scheiner Collection

Projecting the image of the Sun through a refracting telescope in order to study sunspots
618937 Projecting the image of the Sun through a refracting telescope in order to study sunspots, illustration from Rosa Ursina by Christoph Scheiner, published in 1630 (engraving) by Italian School

Christopher Scheiners illustration of his idea of the surface of the sun, 1635. German astronomer and mathematician Scheiner (1573-1650)

Half-title of Rosa Ursina, by Christopher Scheiner, 1630. German astronomer and mathematician Scheiner (1573-1650) used telescopes invented by Galileo to make over 2000 observations of the Sun

Diagram of a pantograph. This is a collection of several metal arms linked in parallelograms. A pointer in one position is traced over a document

SCHEINER, Christoph (1575-1650). Physicist and astronomer in Ingolstadt. Projecting the image of the Sun through a refracting telescope on to a screen in order to study sunpots. Engraving

Half-title of Christopher Scheiner Rosa Ursina, Bracciano, 1630. German Jesuit and scholar: his studies on sunspots are represented at top right and top left

German astronomer Christopher Scheiners (1573-1650) illustration of the surface of the sun, 1635. Engraving

SOLAR ERUPTIONS, 1635. Line engraving, German, late 19th century, after observations by Athanasius Kircher and P. Scheiner, 1635

CHRISTOPH SCHEINER (1573-1650). German astronomer. While an assistant reads off sunspot positions projected through a telescope onto a screen, Scheiner, right

Czech politicians, Old Town Square, Prague
Czech politicians taking the ceremonial oath of the Czechoslovak forces, in Old Town Square, Prague. From left to right they are: Udrzal, Scheiner, Klofac, Habrman. 8 November 1918

Geocentric system of Fracastronius
Fracastronius cosmology. Diagram showing the layout of the universe as propounded by Giovanni Fracastronius (1478-1553), the Italian scholar. This is a staunchly geocentric universe

Jupiter and its moons, 17th century
The moons of Jupiter. 17th century diagram showing how the changes in the observed positions of the moons of Jupiter could be explained by their relative orbits

Aristotelian cosmology, 17th century
Aristotelian worldview. Woodcut depicting a diagram of the Aristotelian view of the structure of the Universe. Here the Earth is at centre, surrounded by the vault of the stars

Distortion of the Sun, 17th century
Distortions of the Sun. 17th century diagram explaining how the disc of the Sun appears distorted when seen close to the horizon

Aristotelian natural place
The natural place of things. 17th century diagram showing the Aristotelian concept that everything has a natural place. The four elements sat one upon the other, with earth at the centre, then water

Geocentric solar system of Clavius
Clavius cosmology. Diagram showing the layout of the universe as propounded by Christopher Clavius (1538-1612), the German astronomer. This is a staunchly geocentric universe

Components of a pantograph
Pantograph. Various components required to make a pantograph. This is a collection of several metal arms linked in parallelograms

Frontispiece of Pantagraphice
Pantograph. Frontispiece from Pantagraphice by Christoph Scheiner, printed in Rome in 1631. Various Popes, bishops and saints are depicted watching a disembodied arm drawing using a perspective

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Christopher Scheiner, a renowned German astronomer and physicist of the 17th century, made significant contributions to our understanding of the Sun and its phenomena. One of his notable achievements was projecting the image of the Sun through a refracting telescope in order to study sunspots. In his groundbreaking work titled "Rosa Ursina, " published in Bracciano in 1630, Scheiner illustrated his idea of the surface of the Sun. Scheiner's meticulous observations and illustrations revolutionized our knowledge about solar eruptions. Collaborating with Athanasius Kircher, he produced detailed line engravings depicting these fascinating events. His dedication to studying sunspots led him to develop an innovative method: while an assistant read off sunspot positions projected onto a screen through a telescope, Scheiner meticulously plotted them on a map using a compass. This German Jesuit scholar's passion for astronomy extended beyond studying the Sun alone. He also explored other celestial bodies like Jupiter and its moons, creating captivating illustrations that captured their beauty. Despite being known primarily for his astronomical pursuits, it is worth noting that there are instances where Christopher Scheiner's name may be associated with Czech politicians or even Fracastronius' geocentric system. However, it is important not to confuse these unrelated references with this distinguished scientist's remarkable contributions to our understanding of the cosmos. Christoph Scheiner was an influential figure in both physics and astronomy during his lifetime from 1573-1650. Through his pioneering techniques for observing and documenting solar phenomena such as sunspots and eruptions, he left an indelible mark on scientific history. His dedication continues to inspire astronomers today as they strive to unravel more mysteries hidden within our vast universe.