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Pietro Bettelini after Domenico Passignano
Galileo, late 18th century science astronomy portrait engraving print

1795

About the Item

Galileo Galilei (1564- 1642) was an Italian physicist, mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher who played a major role in the Scientific Revolution. His achievements include improvements to the telescope and consequent astronomical observations and support for Copernicanism. 455mm by 350mm (platemark) The engraving is loose and unframed.
  • Creator:
    Pietro Bettelini after Domenico Passignano
  • Creation Year:
    1795
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 17.92 in (45.5 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Thin margins. Small nick out of very top of sheet. This would be covered by a matt when framed.
  • Gallery Location:
    Melbourne, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU124426140412
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