Armillary Collection

Armillary Sphere
An armillary sphere

Armillary Sphere. Astronomicon by Gaius Julius Hyginus. 1st century. Incunabula 283. Edition of 1485. Venice. Library of the University of Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain

Unusual Sundial
An unusual armillary sphere sundial with a base with fish sculpted into it, at Bath, Somerset, England

An allegorical picture of Astronomy shown holding an armillary sphere, 19th century
5310752 An allegorical picture of Astronomy shown holding an armillary sphere, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1881); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Vignette depicting astronomers and various instruments including an astrolabe and an armillary sphere
3359527 Vignette depicting astronomers and various instruments including an astrolabe and an armillary sphere; (add.info)

Edge, Charles N. garden, 1933 June 18. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Edge, Charles N. garden, 1933 June 18

Edge, Charles N. garden, 1933 June 18. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Edge, Charles N. garden, 1933 June 18

Stirrup Glass (Sturzglas) with Silver Armilary Sphere Incorporating Dice, Antwerp, 1590/1600

Ferdinand Verbiest (engraving)
XJF359055 Ferdinand Verbiest (engraving) by French School, (17th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Father Ferdinand Verbiest (1623-88) Flemish Jesuit missionary to China

Ceiling panel from the Stanzino delle Matematiche (fresco with tempera
BAT254072 Ceiling panel from the Stanzino delle Matematiche (fresco with tempera) (see 254070-254071 and 254073) by Parigi, Giulio (1571-1635); Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence, Tuscany

The Jesuit Observatory in Peking (engraving)
CHT214748 The Jesuit Observatory in Peking (engraving) by European School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Observatoire des Jesuites a Pekin; ); eArchives Charmet; European

Armillary sphere with zodiac. Date: 1719

Armillary Sphere
An Armillary Sphere. Date: 18th century

Johann Adam Schall von Bell, from China Illustrata by Athanasius Kircher
XJF359054 Johann Adam Schall von Bell, from China Illustrata by Athanasius Kircher, 1667 (engraving) by Dutch School, (17th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Frontispiece to Machina Coelestis by Johannes Hevelius
XJF359088 Frontispiece to Machina Coelestis by Johannes Hevelius, engraved by Jeremias Falck, 1673 (engraving) by Boy, Adolf (1612-80) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Hand with Celestial Spehere, early 17th century (pen & brown ink with grey & brown washes
CTS449148 Hand with Celestial Spehere, early 17th century (pen & brown ink with grey & brown washes & white body colour) by Passe, Crispin I de (c.1565-1637); 9.5x9.5 cm; eThe Devonshire Collections

Portrait of Ebenezer Sibly surrounded by his horoscope (engraving)
XJF343689 Portrait of Ebenezer Sibly surrounded by his horoscope (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ebenezer Sibly (1751-1800) English physician

A Guitar, a Cello, Lutes, a Musical Score and other Books
1766794 A Guitar, a Cello, Lutes, a Musical Score and other Books, a Gilt Ewer and an Armillary Sphere on a Draped Table, a Column Beyond and a Curtain Above (oil on canvas) by Baschenis

Peking Observatory
Chinese armillary sphere of the 13th century outside the Peking observatory Date: 1888

Annulorum, cover of the work with the engraving of an Armillary Sphere, 1537 edition

Astronomicon, cover of the work with an armillary sphere, published in Venice in 1485

The Equatorial Armillary of Tycho Brahe, 17th century
The Equatorial Armillary of Tycho Brahe, built on the Danish isle of Huen to measure celestial latitude and longitude. This illustration is from Blaeus Le Grand Atlas of 1662

The equatorial armillary of Tycho Brahe, 16th century. Artist: Joan Blaeu
The equatorial armillary of Tycho Brahe (14 December 1546 - 24 October 1601), from Joan Blaeus Le Grand Atlas. Brahe built this on the island of Huen to measure celestial latitude and longitude

Illustration depicting an allegorical figure representing Astronomy by Camille Flammarion
Illustration depicting an allegorical figure representing Astronomy, shown holding an armillary sphere, by Camille Flammarion (1842-1925) a French astronomer and author. Dated 19th Century

Armillary sphere engraving 1895
Meyers Konversations-Lexikon. Ein Nachschlagewerk des allgemeinen Wissens, 5th edition 17 volumes Bibliographisches Institut - Leipzig 1895-1897

Annulorum by Johann Dryander. Colored engraving
Johann Dryander (1500-1560). German anatomist and astronomer. Annulorum. Title cover, 1537. Colored engraving

The Rise of Civilization by Richard Westmacott (1775-1856). 1852. Pediment of the British Museum. London. United Kingdom

Annulorum by Johann Dryander
Johann Dryander (1500-1560). German anatomist and astronomer. Annulorum. Title cover, 1537

Picture No. 11020136
Teacher teaching his students the Universe. Livre des Proprietes des choses. Miniature. Chateau de Chantilly. France

Science / Instruments 1827
A mathematical instrument maker with some of his instruments - astrolabe, telescope, armillary sphere etc. Date: 1827

Cartouche surrounded by scientific instruments, Johannes Petrus van Horstok, 1755 - 1825

Sea chart of Puerto Rico, Jan Luyken, Claes Jansz Voogt, Johannes van Keulen (I), 1684 - 1799

Map of the west coast of Brittany, Anonymous, Claes Jansz Voogt, Johannes van Keulen (I), 1681 - 1803

Sea chart of Saintonge and Aunis, Anonymous, Claes Jansz Voogt, Johannes van Keulen (I), 1756 - 1803

Mercury, c. 1464 (engraving)
XJF1127536 Mercury, c.1464 (engraving) by Baldini, Baccio (c.1436-87); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mercury rides a chariot drawn by two eagles)

Ptolemy (active 150 AD) Claudius of Ptolemaeus, Alexandrian Greek astronomer and geographer. Woodcut of 1618 showing Ptolemy wearing crown as he was often confused with Ptolemaic kings

Nicholas Saunderson (1682-1739), English mathematician. Saunderson lost his sight to Smallpox when he was an infant. He became Lucasian professor of mathematics at Cambridge

Armillary Sphere Illustration C017 / 3481
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing an illustration of an armillary sphere (variations are known as spherical astrolabe, armilla, or armil)

Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543). Polish astronomer. Nineteenth-century engraving

The zodiacal armillary instrument, one of the instruments at Tycho Brahes great observatory at Uraniburg on the island of Hveen, Denmark (now Ven, Sweden)

Drawing of an armillary sphere
Armillary sphere. 18th century engraving of an armillary sphere, here termed an artificial sphere. This is a model of the celestial sphere

Dantis Equinoctial Armillary
Located on the south facade of Santa Maria Novella, Florence, this armillary sphere was designed and erected by Ignazio Danti in 1572 enabling him, with other instruments

Armillary sphere, 16th century artwork. The Earth (centre) is shown at an angle, surrounded by geographical and celestial lines such as the equator and the tropics, and the plane of the ecliptic

Using Armillary Sphere
An astronomer using an ARMILLARY SPHERE whose rings show the equator, tropics, polar circles and so forth

John of Holywood
JOHANNES DE SACROBOSCO also JOHN OF HOLYWOOD English Mathematician. Author of treatises on astromony as well as mathematics

Armillary Sphere (Horiz)
ARMILLARY SPHERE horizontal

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"Exploring the Intricacies of the Armillary: From Sundials to Astronomical Marvels" The armillary sphere, a fascinating instrument used in astronomy and timekeeping, has captivated minds for centuries. Its intricate design consists of rings representing celestial circles, allowing astronomers to study the movements of stars and planets. One notable figure who utilized this remarkable tool was Tycho Brahe, a Danish astronomer renowned for his accurate observations. With an armillary sphere by his side, he made groundbreaking discoveries that revolutionized our understanding of the universe. Beyond its scientific significance, the armillary sphere also found its way into art and culture. In Antwerp, a Stirrup Glass incorporated a silver armillary sphere adorned with dice—an unusual combination that showcased both craftsmanship and curiosity. Ferdinand Verbiest's engraving depicts another marvel—a Jesuit Observatory in Peking featuring an impressive armillary sphere. This symbolizes how knowledge transcends borders as scholars from different parts of the world embraced this instrument to unravel celestial mysteries. Even in decorative arts, the allure of the armillary sphere persisted. A ceiling panel from Stanzino delle Matematiche showcases a fresco with tempera depicting an exquisite rendition of this astronomical device surrounded by zodiac signs—a testament to its enduring appeal throughout history. From ancient times to modern-day observatories, these captivating spheres have stood as timeless symbols bridging science and art. The intricacy and beauty they possess continue to inspire awe and wonder among those who encounter them—reminders of humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge about our vast cosmos.