Title

Pythagoras

Caption

Pythagoras (6th century BC), right, using counting table, competes against Boethius (Boece) using algorithms for speed at calculation. Behind them hovers the figure of Arithmetic From "Margarita Philosophica" Basle, 1508. Hand-coloured woodcut

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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library

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Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

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ARP07098_390003093

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Rights managed

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28,4Mb (1,9Mb) / 9,3in x 11,8in / 2797 x 3543 (300dpi)