Planispheric Astrolabe dated 1065/ 1654–55 Muhammad Zaman al-Munajjim al-Asturlabi Astrolabes of this size were not precise enough for astronomical observations, but served well for telling time, and astrologers could use them to determine the position of a planet relative to the different astrological houses. The intricate calligraphic faceplate of this example is typical of Safavid?period astrolabes; it reads: "In the name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate" (bismallah al?Rahman al?Rahim). Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #1162. Kids: Plan
Planispheric Astrolabe dated 1065/ 1654–55 Muhammad Zaman al-Munajjim al-Asturlabi Astrolabes of this size were not precise enough for astronomical observations, but served well for telling time, and astrologers could use them to determine the position of a planet relative to the different astrological houses. The intricate calligraphic faceplate of this example is typical of Safavid?period astrolabes; it reads: "In the name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate" (bismallah al?Rahman al?Rahim). Listen to experts illuminate this artwork's story Listen Play or pause #1162. Kids: Planisperic Astrolabe Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies We're sorry, the transcript for this audio track is not available at this time. We are working to make it available as soon as Planispheric Astrolabe. dated 1065/ 1654–55. Brass and steel; cast and hammered, pierced and engraved. Attributed to Iran, Mashhad. Metal
Size: 2898px × 3870px
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