Title

An astronomer

Caption

An astronomer, probably supposed to be Ptolemy of Alexandria (active 150 AD) observing the Moon and stars using a quadrant. Woodcut from "Del Misuarar" by Silvio Belli (Venice, 1570).

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Photos12.com - Ann Ronan Picture Library

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Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library

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ARP07113_010679P

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34,3Mb (1,8Mb) / 11,3in x 11,8in / 3383 x 3543 (300dpi)