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The four wheeled orrery (engraving)
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The four wheeled orrery (engraving)
609980 The four wheeled orrery (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The four wheeled orrery; dated October 1747); Look and Learn / Peter Jackson Collection; English, out of copyright
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Astrology Orbit Planet Space Technology Time Wheeled Orrery
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The four wheeled orrery (engraving) captures the intricate beauty of a remarkable 18th-century scientific instrument. Created by an unknown English School artist in the 19th century, this engraving showcases a private collection's prized possession. Dated October 1747, it is a testament to human curiosity and ingenuity during the Age of Enlightenment. An orrery, often associated with astronomy and astrology, was designed to demonstrate the movements of celestial bodies within our solar system. This particular orrery stands out due to its innovative design featuring four wheels instead of the traditional three. Its complex mechanism allows for precise representations of planetary orbits and their relationships with time. The attention to detail in this print is awe-inspiring; every cogwheel, gear, and planet meticulously engraved onto paper. The artist skillfully brings together artistry and science in one captivating image that transports us back to an era where exploration of space was still in its infancy. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing artwork from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge about our place in the universe. It serves as a reminder that technology has always played a crucial role in expanding our understanding beyond what meets the eye. This engraving invites us to marvel at both the wonders of space and human achievement – an enduring testament to mankind's insatiable thirst for discovery.
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