Reinier Gemma / Frisius
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Reinier Gemma / Frisius
REINIER GEMMA alias FRISIUS Dutch mathematician and medical
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1508 1555 Alias Frowning Material Mathematician Rich Frisius Gemma Reinier
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Reinier Gemma, also known as Frisius: A Dutch Mathematician and Medical Pioneer" Reinier Gemma, born on January 15, 1508, in the Netherlands, was a renowned mathematician and medical scholar of the 16th century. This portrait, taken around 1555, showcases Gemma in the prime of his life, with a furrowed brow that suggests deep concentration and intellectual rigor. Gemma's impressive career spanned various fields, including mathematics, astronomy, and medicine. He is best known for his contributions to the field of trigonometry, specifically for his work on the tables of sines, cosines, and tangents. His groundbreaking publication, "Tabulae in quibus sunt totus circulus trigonometricus, et duplices et quadruplices proportiones," was a significant advancement in the field and laid the foundation for future trigonometric studies. Despite his mathematical prowess, Gemma's medical expertise was equally noteworthy. He was a pioneer in the use of anatomical illustrations in medical texts and authored several influential works on anatomy, including "Anatomiae humani corporis tabulae," which contained detailed illustrations of the human body. This historical print depicts Gemma wearing a high collar and a rich, ornate hat, typical of the fashionable attire of the time. The intricate design of the collar and the hat's velvet fabric speak to his affluence and high social standing. Gemma's legacy extends far beyond the Netherlands, as his works were widely disseminated throughout Europe and influenced numerous scholars and scientists. This portrait serves as a testament to his intellectual achievements and enduring impact on the fields of mathematics and medicine.
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