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Zodiac on a brass astrolabe from the middle ages
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Zodiac on a brass astrolabe from the middle ages
Astrolabe zodiac. Zodiac on the obverse side of a brass astrolabe from the middle ages. The twelve signs of the zodiac are drawn in a semi-circle in the lower frame. This zodiac was used to analyse the positions of the stars in order to make predictions about future events on Earth. It was used in conjunction with the astrolabe, a device which measured star positions. During the middle ages it was considered as important to make interpretations (astrology) of the positions of stars and planets as it was to observe them. Image of an Islamic zodiac from the period 1350-1450. Arab scholars were at this time amongst the most scientifically-advanced people in the world
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - a brass astrolabe adorned with the intricate Zodiac signs from the Middle Ages. The semi-circle arrangement of the twelve astrological symbols graces the lower frame, revealing its purpose as a tool for analyzing star positions and making predictions about future events on Earth. This ancient device worked in conjunction with the astrolabe, an instrument used to measure celestial bodies' locations. During this era, interpreting and understanding star and planet positions held immense importance alongside their observation. Arab scholars during this time were at the forefront of scientific advancements, exemplified by this Islamic zodiac dating back to 1350-1450. The image captures not only an astronomical instrument but also represents a significant chapter in human history where astrology intertwined with scientific exploration. It serves as a testament to our ancestors' curiosity about celestial phenomena and their desire to unravel the mysteries of our universe. Displayed against a backdrop of rich cultural heritage, this brass astrolabe offers us glimpses into medieval times when knowledge was sought after fervently. Let it remind us that even centuries ago, humans possessed an insatiable thirst for understanding and predicting events beyond our earthly realm.
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