MAP, Solar System, Cellarius
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Description
Cellarius' Striking Chart of the Ptolemaic Cosmography. Solar System. Cellarius/Schenk & Valck, Scenographia Systematis Mundani Ptolemaici, from Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica, 1708 (published). Hand Color. This is the second chart in Cellarius' celestial atlas, depicting Ptolemy's theory on the orbits of the sun, moon and planets. Earth is prominently featured at the center of the universe, showing the eastern hemisphere with a partially delineated Nova Hollandia (Australia) and a massive southern continent. The sun, moon and remaining planets orbit around the earth, all surrounded by a large ring depicting the signs of the zodiac. Around the periphery of the chart, cherubs and wind heads fly above, while below astronomers and academics discuss theories around celestial and terrestrial globes.
LITERATURE: Kanas, pp. 191-94.
LITERATURE: Kanas, pp. 191-94.
Condition
A sharp impression with contemporary color in the sphere and later color in the decorative surround. There are a number of cracks within the earth that have been repaired on verso with old paper and masking tape. There is minor toning in the blank margins. Grade: B
Dimensions
16.8 x 19.8 in
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MAP, Solar System, Cellarius
Estimate $1,400 - $1,800
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