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Solar system, historical artwork
Solar systems of Copernicus, Tycho Brahe and Descartes 1783.
Orbits of the planets by Copernicus; and of the Sun by Tycho Brahe. Descartes noticed the greater distances of the outer planets Jupiter and Saturn and drew the orbits of the Jovian planets
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Media ID 6355477
© Detlev van Ravenswaay
1700s 1783 18th Century Astronomer Astrophysical Astrophysics Copernicus Descartes Diagram Illustrated Orbit Orbits Planetary Science Planets Solar System Systems Tycho Brahe
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This 18th-century artwork, titled "Solar system, historical artwork" takes us on a journey through the minds of renowned astronomers Copernicus, Tycho Brahe, and Descartes. Created in 1783 by Detlev van Ravenswaay, this illustration beautifully captures their groundbreaking contributions to our understanding of the universe. At its core, this print showcases the revolutionary heliocentric model proposed by Copernicus. His meticulous observations led him to conclude that it is the planets that orbit around the Sun and not vice versa. The orbits of these celestial bodies are meticulously depicted with precision and detail. Tycho Brahe's significant role in this historical masterpiece cannot be overlooked either. He dedicated his life to observing and documenting astronomical phenomena accurately. In this artwork, we can see how he skillfully mapped out the orbit of our very own Sun. Descartes' keen eye for detail allowed him to notice something extraordinary - Jupiter and Saturn were situated at greater distances from Earth than previously thought. This revelation prompted him to draw precise orbits for these outer planets known as Jovian planets. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece of artistry, we are transported back in time when these brilliant minds reshaped our understanding of the cosmos forever. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and determination in unraveling the mysteries that lie beyond our planet's boundaries.
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