SCHALL VON BELL, Adam (1591-1661). German Jesuit
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SCHALL VON BELL, Adam (1591-1661). German Jesuit
SCHALL VON BELL, Adam (1591-1661). German Jesuit and astronomer. He spent most of his life as a missionary in China and became an adviser to the Shunzhi Emperor of the Qing dynasty. Engraving
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1591 1661 Adam Adviser Astronomer Bearded Bell Ciencia Ciencias Cient Fica Cient Ficas Cientca Cientcas Cientco Cientcos Cientifico Cientificos Dynasty Engravings Jesuit Jesus Missionary Qing Spent Upright Masculine Persons Schall Shunzhi
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Adam Schall von Bell (1591-1661): A German Jesuit and Astronomer in the Qing Dynasty's Court This engraving depicts Adam Schall von Bell, a prominent German Jesuit and astronomer who spent most of his life as a missionary in China. Born in 1591, Schall von Bell joined the Society of Jesus in 1611 and was sent to the Far East in 1623. He arrived in China in 1625 and quickly gained the trust of the local population due to his expertise in astronomy. Schall von Bell's astronomical skills proved invaluable to the Chinese, particularly during the reign of the Shunzhi Emperor (r. 1644-1662) of the Qing Dynasty. He became an adviser to the emperor, using his knowledge of Western astronomy to help the Chinese create more accurate calendars and predict solar and lunar eclipses. Schall von Bell also played a crucial role in the introduction of Western scientific knowledge to China, translating works on mathematics, physics, and other subjects into Chinese. This vertical, upright engraving captures the image of a bearded, middle-aged man with a serious expression. Schall von Bell's clothing and the ornate border of the engraving reflect the formal and prestigious nature of his position at the Qing court. The black and white contrast of the print adds to its timeless and authoritative feel. Schall von Bell's life and work represent the rich exchange of knowledge and culture that took place between Europe and China during the early modern period. His legacy as a missionary, astronomer, and adviser to a foreign ruler continues to inspire scholars and historians today.
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