Title

Geocentric or earth-centred system of the universe

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Geocentric or earth-centred system of the universe, 1528. At the centre is the world showing Aristotle's (384-323 BC) four elements Earth, Air, Fire and Water, surrounded by the spheres sof the Sun, Moon, planets, and the sphere of the fixed stars. From "La Theorique des Ciel" (Paris, 1528). Woodcut.

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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library

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Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

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ARP07104_460000839

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35,7Mb (1,2Mb) / 11,7in x 11,8in / 3519 x 3543 (300dpi)