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Astronomy / Caxton 1481
The study of Astronomy from Caxtons Myrrour of the Worlde, printed in 1481
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1481 Astronomy Caxton Caxtons Geometry Study
14"x16" Premium Frame
Contemporary style Premium Wooden Frame with 8"x10" Print. Complete with 2" White Mat and 1.25" thick MDF frame. Printed on 260 gsm premium paper. Glazed with shatter proof UV coated acrylic glass. Backing is paper covered backing with rubber bumpers. Supplied ready to hang with a pre-installed sawtooth/wire hanger. Care Instructions: Spot clean with a damp cloth. Securely packaged in a clear plastic bag and envelope in a reinforced cardboard shipper
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print depicts a scholarly figure engrossed in the study of astronomy from Caxton's Mirror of the Worlde, published in 1481. The intricate image, a testament to the advancements in printing technology during the late Middle Ages, reveals the profound impact of astronomical knowledge on medieval scholarly pursuits. The scene unfolds in a well-appointed study, filled with an array of scientific instruments and texts. The central figure, dressed in the robes of a scholar, sits at a desk adorned with a globe and an astrolabe, both essential tools for astronomical observation and calculation. A large, open book lies before him, its pages filled with intricate diagrams and illustrations of celestial bodies. The print also showcases the interconnectedness of astronomy and geometry, as evidenced by the presence of a compass and a square on the scholar's desk. The study of these disciplines was crucial in the medieval world, as they provided the foundation for understanding the physical world and the cosmos. Caxton's Mirror of the Worlde, the first book printed in England, was a comprehensive encyclopedia that covered various aspects of knowledge, including astronomy. This print serves as a visual representation of the intellectual curiosity and pursuit of knowledge that characterized the late Middle Ages. The intricate details and the scholarly atmosphere evoked in the image continue to captivate viewers and offer a glimpse into the past, reminding us of the enduring allure of the stars and the human quest to understand the universe.
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