Icosahedron Collection

Folkwangschule Essen: Sigurd Leeder teaches a slant in space in Laban's icosahedron, 1930. Creator: Anonymous
Folkwangschule Essen: Sigurd Leeder teaches a slant in space in Laban's icosahedron, 1930. Private Collection

Geometric shapes, from Harmonices Mundi by Johannes Kepler (1571-1630
BMR218725 Geometric shapes, from Harmonices Mundi by Johannes Kepler (1571-1630) published in Linz, 1619 (engraving) by Austrian School, (17th century); Bibliotheque Mazarine, Paris

Platonic solids

Portrait Nicolaus Petri Title page N Petri Practicqve
Portrait of Nicolaus Petri Title page for: N. Petri. Practicqve, to learn to count, cypheer and keep a record, 1605, Portrait of Nicolaus Petri [van Deventer], calculator and astronomer in Amsterdam

Three Dimensional Geometric Shapes. From The Cyclopaedia Or Universal Dictionary Of Arts, Sciences And Literature By Abraham Rees, Published London 1820

Conceptual image of polyomavirus

Microscopic view of the common cold virus
Conceptual image of the common cold virus. The common cold virus is an infectious disease typically transmitted via airborne droplets (aerosols), direct contact with infected nasal secretions

Artists illustration of an icosahedron. In geometry, an icosahedron is a polyhedron with 20 triangular faces, 30 edges and 12 vertices

Microscopic view of Canine Parvovirus. Canine Parvovirus is a highly contagious viral disease that is one of the most common causes of diarrhea in dogs under 6 months of age

BridgemanArt Full Collection
OneVisionArt BridgemanArt Full Collection

Globes of the Earth and the Heavens with Geometrical Forms (etching)
KW421824 Globes of the Earth and the Heavens with Geometrical Forms (etching) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; Ken Welsh; English, out of copyright

Adenovirus, artwork C016 / 8960
Adenovirus. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of an adenovirus particle. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their capsid

Adenovirus, artwork C016 / 8961
Adenovirus. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of an adenovirus particle. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their capsid

Adenovirus particles, artwork C016 / 8963
Adenovirus particles. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of adenovirus particles. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their capsid

Human adenovirus 36, artwork C016 / 8966
Human adenovirus 36. Computer artwork of human adenovirus 36 (HAdV-36), showing the surface structure of the viruss outer protein coat (capsid)

Adenovirus particles, artwork C016 / 8965
Adenovirus particles. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of adenovirus particles. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their capsid

Adenovirus, artwork C016 / 8962
Adenovirus. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of an adenovirus particle. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their capsid

Adenovirus particles, artwork C016 / 8964
Adenovirus particles. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of adenovirus particles. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their capsid

Rotavirus particle, artwork and TEM
Rotavirus particle. Computer artwork (left) and coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of the geometric structure of a rotavirus particles capsid shell

Icosahedral structure, artwork
Icosahedral structure, computer artwork

Adenovirus structure, artwork
Adenovirus structure. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of a human adenovirus (HadV) particle. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their

Icosahedral virus particle, artwork. This is a virus with 20-sided symmetry of its capsid (protein coat). Viruses contain a core of genetic material

Icosahedral virus particles, artwork
Icosahedral virus particles, computer artwork. Icosahedral viruses have a 20-sided symmetry of their capsid (protein coat)

Viruses, artwork
Viruses. Computer artwork showing three typical virus shapes: helical (blue), bacteriophage (red), and icosahedral (green)

T4 bacteriophage, artwork

Icosahedral viruses, artwork
Icosahedral viruses. Computer artwork of icosahedral virus particles (virions). Viruses contain a core of genetic material, either DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) or RNA (ribonucleic acid)

Keplers cosmological model. Composite image of a model of Keplers Platonic solids, with Latin text and the title of the work in which this model was described

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The icosahedron, a captivating three-dimensional geometric shape, has intrigued mathematicians and artists alike throughout history. Its symmetrical beauty is showcased in various works such as Johannes Kepler's Harmonices Mundi and Abraham Rees' Cyclopaedia Or Universal Dictionary Of Arts, Sciences And Literature. Dating back to the 16th century, Kepler's depiction of the icosahedron in Harmonices Mundi highlights its significance in understanding the harmony of celestial bodies. This polyhedron with twenty equilateral triangular faces represents a perfect balance between form and function. Fast forward to the early 19th century when Rees included illustrations of geometric shapes like the icosahedron in his dictionary. These visual representations allowed readers to explore mathematical concepts visually, enhancing their understanding of complex ideas. Beyond mathematics and literature, the influence of this shape extends even into scientific research. Microscopic views of viruses like Canine Parvovirus reveal an uncanny resemblance to an icosahedral structure. The conceptual images further emphasize how nature often mirrors these intricate geometrical patterns. As we delve deeper into our exploration of geometry and science, it becomes evident that the allure of the icosahedron lies not only in its aesthetic appeal but also in its ability to connect diverse fields through shared patterns and structures. Whether found within ancient texts or microscopic organisms, this timeless shape continues to captivate our imagination across centuries and disciplines.