Photographic Print : Kirchers museum in Rome, 17th century

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Kirchers museum in Rome, 17th century

Kirchers museum in Rome. 17th-century artwork of German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher (circa 1601-1680, at right) showing visitors around the museum of curiosities he established in Rome. Kircher published in numerous different areas, including oriental studies, geology and medicine. His wide knowledge has led to him being described as the last Renaissance man. The museum included Egyptian obelisks, animal specimens, celestial artworks, fountains, magic lanterns, talking statues, and optical and musical instruments. This artwork is a copy of an engraving from a 1678 catalogue of the museum by Giorgio de Sepibus

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© MIRIAM AND IRA D. WALLACH DIVISION OF ART, PRINTS AND PHOTOGRAPHS/NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY/ SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY

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12"x8" Photo Print

Step back in time with our exquisite reproduction of Kirchers Museum in Rome, a 17th-century masterpiece from the MIRIAM AND IRA D. WALLACH DIVISION OF ART, PRINTS AND PHOTOGRAPHS at the New York Public Library. This captivating image, sourced from Science Photo Library, showcases the intriguing world of German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher as he guides curious visitors through his extraordinary museum of wonders in Rome. Bring the rich history and marvels of the past into your home or office with our premium-quality photographic prints.

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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 16.2cm x 30.4cm (6.4" x 12")

Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 30.5cm (8" x 12")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases Kirchers museum in Rome during the 17th century, offering a glimpse into the world of German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher. Known for his vast knowledge and expertise in various fields, Kircher established this museum of curiosities that fascinated visitors from all walks of life. The artwork depicts Kircher himself, standing at the right side, graciously guiding guests through his remarkable collection. Within the walls of this extraordinary establishment, one could find an array of wonders ranging from Egyptian obelisks to celestial artworks, animal specimens to magical lanterns. The museum also housed talking statues and optical as well as musical instruments. Each corner was adorned with exhibits showcasing archaeology, geology, zoology, and astronomy. Kirchers' insatiable thirst for knowledge led him to be hailed as the last Renaissance man due to his contributions in oriental studies and medicine among other disciplines. This engraving is a copy from a catalogue published in 1678 by Giorgio de Sepibus which documented the marvels within this cultural treasure trove. As we gaze upon this monochrome artwork today, we are transported back to a time where intellectual curiosity knew no bounds. It serves as a testament not only to Kirchers' brilliance but also highlights the importance of preserving history and culture for future generations.

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