Jigsaw Puzzle : Nicolaus Copernicus
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Nicolaus Copernicus
Portrait of Polish astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543). Copernicus recognised that the cosmology proposed by Ptolemy over 1000 years before was inadequate to explain the motion of the celestial bodies. He developed in full mathematical detail a new cosmology in which the Sun was at the centre of the Universe with the planets & stars orbiting it in circular orbits (as illustrated in the panel beneath the portrait). Copernicus hesitated to reveal his ideas, but they were published in 1543 in his book De Revolutionibus Orbium Celestium (" On the Revolution of the Heavenly Spheres" ). This colour engraving was made in the 19th century
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Astronomer Copernicus Portraits Surname C Nicolaus
Jigsaw Puzzle (1000 Pieces)
Discover the intriguing world of astronomy with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzle featuring the portrait of Nicolaus Copernicus. This captivating puzzle showcases a portrait of the Polish astronomer, who revolutionized our understanding of the universe with his heliocentric model. Piece together the fascinating details of this Science Photo Library image and delve into the history of scientific discovery. A perfect activity for families or individuals, our high-quality puzzles provide hours of enjoyable challenge and learning. Engage your mind, stimulate your creativity, and uncover the wonders of the cosmos one piece at a time.
1000 piece puzzles are custom made in Australia and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.6mm thick laminated puzzle boards. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 76x50cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most mail slots with a unique magnetic lid
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 50.2cm x 76cm (19.8" x 29.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a portrait of the brilliant Polish astronomer, Nicolaus Copernicus (1473-1543), whose groundbreaking discoveries revolutionized our understanding of the cosmos. In this image, we see Copernicus depicted with an air of wisdom and contemplation, his eyes filled with the spark of curiosity that drove him to challenge centuries-old beliefs. Copernicus's genius lay in his recognition that Ptolemy's cosmology was insufficient to explain the intricate movements of celestial bodies. With meticulous mathematical precision, he developed a new cosmological model where the Sun took center stage as the focal point of our Universe. The planets and stars were portrayed orbiting it in perfect circular paths, as beautifully illustrated in the panel beneath his portrait. Despite harboring doubts about revealing his revolutionary ideas to a world steeped in tradition, Copernicus summoned courage and published his magnum opus "De Revolutionibus Orbium Celestium" (On the Revolution of Heavenly Spheres) in 1543. This monumental work forever altered humanity's perception of its place within the vast expanse above. The color engraving before us is a testament to both Copernicus's enduring legacy and scientific progress itself. Created during the 19th century by Science Photo Library, it captures not only an extraordinary individual but also serves as a reminder that human ingenuity knows no bounds when faced with unraveling nature's mysteries.
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