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Lunar eclipse. Engraving
Lunar eclipse theory. Engraving in Astronomicon by Gaius Julius Hyginus. 1st century. Incunabula 283. Edition of 1485. Venice. Library of the University of Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain
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1. Title: Lunar Eclipse as Depicted in Astronomicon by Gaius Julius Hyginus: A Historical Perspective This engraving, hailing from the 1485 edition of Astronomicon by the ancient Roman author Gaius Julius Hyginus, offers a fascinating glimpse into the astronomical knowledge of the 1st century BC and the Renaissance period. Housed in the prestigious Library of the University of Barcelona in Catalonia, Spain, this rare and exquisite incunabula (early printed book) is a testament to the enduring fascination of humankind with the celestial bodies, particularly the moon and its intriguing phenomena such as lunar eclipses. Hyginus, a renowned Latin poet and astronomer, authored Astronomicon, an influential astronomical atlas, which contained various astronomical theories and mathematical calculations. This particular illustration, showcased on one of the pages, represents a lunar eclipse, a natural event that occurs when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting a shadow on the lunar surface. The intricate engraving reveals a circular representation of the moon, with the Earth depicted as a smaller circle encircling it. The shadow cast by the Earth is depicted as a dark band, engulfing parts of the moon's surface. The title "Eclipsis Lunae" (Lunar Eclipse) and "Hyginus" are inscribed at the top and bottom of the page, respectively, adding to the historical significance of this precious artifact. The 1485 Venetian edition of Astronomicon, with its detailed engravings and Latin text, served as a vital source of astronomical knowledge during the European Renaissance. The rich history of this book, which has survived for centuries, continues to inspire curiosity and awe in scholars, historians, and astronomy enthusiasts alike.
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