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Galileo Galilei, 1623
Galileo Galilei, 1623. Portrait of the astronomer Galileo, with a beard and fur collar, shown within an oval frame with Italian text. Two cherubs appear above; one writes in a book and holds a sextant, the other also holds a book and looks through a telescope. Other decorative features include grotesque faces and designs. Plate taken from Il Saggiatore (The Assayer), written by Galileo Galilei, published by the Lincean Academy, 1623. Il Saggiatore is considered one of the greatest polemics in science. The book is addressed to Virginio Cesarini who wrote to Galileo in 1619 praising him for showing him the road of truth. In the book, Galileo suggested a general scientific approach to the investigation of celestial phenomena and his achievements include the discovery of Jupiters moons
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This print showcases Galileo Galilei, the renowned Italian astronomer, in a portrait from 1623. The image depicts Galileo with a distinguished beard and fur collar, framed within an elegant oval frame adorned with intricate Italian text. Above him, two cherubs add a touch of whimsy to the composition; one diligently writes in a book while holding a sextant, symbolizing scientific exploration, while the other peers through a telescope. The plate is taken from "Il Saggiatore" (The Assayer), written by Galileo himself and published by the Lincean Academy in 1623. This groundbreaking work is considered one of the greatest polemics in science and was addressed to Virginio Cesarini, who had praised Galileo for guiding him towards truth. Galileo's contributions to astronomy are significant and include his discovery of Jupiter's moons. In "Il Saggiatore" he proposed a comprehensive scientific approach to studying celestial phenomena. His innovative ideas revolutionized our understanding of space and paved the way for future advancements. This monochrome engraving captures not only Galileo's physical appearance but also his intellectual prowess as an esteemed scientist of the seventeenth century. It serves as both a testament to his enduring legacy and an inspiration for those fascinated by the wonders of astronomy and scientific inquiry.
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