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Annulorum by Johann Dryander. Colored engraving
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Annulorum by Johann Dryander. Colored engraving
Johann Dryander (1500-1560). German anatomist and astronomer. Annulorum. Title cover, 1537. Colored engraving
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1537 Anatomist Armillary Astrolabe Astronomer Astronomical Astronomy Celestial Doctor Instrument Johann Latin Latitude Longitude Sphere Spherical Title Armil Ecliptic Instrumentorum Ioan
Annulorum,
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a captivating title cover from the 16th century, showcases the intellectual curiosity and artistic prowess of Johann Dryander, a German anatomist and astronomer. This exquisitely colored engraving, produced in 1537, is a testament to Dryander's profound understanding of both human anatomy and celestial mechanics. The central focus of the image is an armillary sphere, a sophisticated astronomical instrument, encircled by the labels "Trium Diversi Generis Instrumentorum Astronomicorum" (Three Different Kinds of Astronomical Instruments). The sphere, adorned with intricate designs and delicately rendered celestial bodies, represents the armil (armillary) sphere, a device used to measure the celestial coordinate system of latitude and longitude. Surrounding the sphere are various other astronomical instruments, including an ecliptic, an astrolabe, and a quadrant. The ecliptic, represented by a banded circle, indicates the apparent annual path of the Sun against the background of the stars. The astrolabe, a versatile tool used for solving problems related to time and the position of celestial bodies, is depicted in the lower left corner. A quadrant, a simple yet effective instrument for measuring angles, is shown in the upper right corner. The Latin title, "Annulorum," may be translated to "Rings," possibly alluding to the rings or bands depicted on the armillary sphere. Dryander's mastery of both anatomy and astronomy during the Modern Age is evident in this stunning work of art, which continues to captivate and inspire scholars and enthusiasts alike. This image is a must-have for any collection focusing on the history of astronomy, scientific instruments, or the works of Johann Dryander.
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