18th C. Atlas Armillary

This 18th Century Atlas Armillary is an interesting mix of early science and Greek mythology. While battling Zeus Atlas was defeated and decreed to carry the weight of the world on his mighty shoulders forever. This armillary dial, however, has Atlas carrying the entire universe. That is to say the known Renaissance universe, when the earth was still believed to be at its center. Gracefully intertwined silver rings symbolize the position and trajectories of heavenly bodies around the earth.

Dimensions:
25.5 x 56 cm
10 x 10"

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