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Psalterium Georgii, Fluvius Eridanus, Cetus, Officina Sculpt
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Psalterium Georgii, Fluvius Eridanus, Cetus, Officina Sculpt
Psalterium Georgii, Fluvius Eridanus, Cetus, Officina Sculptoris, Fornax Chemica, and Machina Electrica. Astronomical chart showing a whale, a harp, chemical apparatus, a mechanical device, and a table on which is a bust and sculpting tools forming the constellations. Date 1825
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This intriguing astronomical chart, titled "Psalterium Georgii, Fluvius Eridanus, Cetus, Officina Sculpt," is a visual representation of the constellations Cetus (the Whale) and Eridanus (the River), along with various other celestial and terrestrial elements. The chart, created in 1825, features a harmonious blend of astronomical and artistic elements. At the center of the chart, the constellation Cetus is depicted as a whale, with its distinctive outline formed by the stars Deneb Kaitos (the tail), Mira (the eye), and Deneb Algenib (the head). The constellation Eridanus, represented as a river, flows below Cetus and is marked by several stars, including Achernar and Fomalhaut. Surrounding these constellations, various other elements are depicted. To the left, a harp, symbolizing the musical harmony of the heavens, is shown. Nearby, a mechanical device, or "machina," represents the ingenuity and innovation of human technology. A chemical apparatus, or "fornax chemica," symbolizes the scientific exploration of the natural world. To the right of the chart, a table is shown, upon which rests a bust and sculpting tools. This table represents the artistic and creative process, with the bust symbolizing the subject being sculpted and the tools representing the artist's craft. The bust is identified as "Georgii," suggesting that this chart may have been dedicated to a particular individual named George. The title of the chart, "Officina Sculpt," translates to "workshop of sculpture," further emphasizing the artistic theme. The Latin terms "psalterium," meaning "psalter," and "sculptoris," meaning "sculptor," also add to the overall meaning of the chart. This beautiful and intriguing chart offers a unique perspective on the interconnectedness of astronomy, art, science, and human creativity, making it a fascinating piece of historical significance.
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