Virtual Manuscript Library of Switzerland
Cologny, Fondation Martin Bodmer, Cod. Bodmer 7, p. 01r
Manuscript title: Genus Arati
Manuscript summary: This Latin manuscript on astronomical topics includes works by Germanicus, Pliny the Elder and Hyginus. The codex features numerous pen and ink drawings, including a planisphere (rotatable star chart) consisting of five golden concentric circles containing constellations portrayed as people or animals. These drawings, dating from the 15th century, have been attributed to Antonio di Mario of the Neapolitan region.
Origin: Naples (Italy)
Period: 15th century
Image source: Cologny, Fondation Martin Bodmer, Cod. Bodmer 7: Genus Arati (www.e-codices.unifr.ch/en/list/one/cb/0007)
Cologny, Fondation Martin Bodmer, Cod. Bodmer 7, p. 01r
Manuscript title: Genus Arati
Manuscript summary: This Latin manuscript on astronomical topics includes works by Germanicus, Pliny the Elder and Hyginus. The codex features numerous pen and ink drawings, including a planisphere (rotatable star chart) consisting of five golden concentric circles containing constellations portrayed as people or animals. These drawings, dating from the 15th century, have been attributed to Antonio di Mario of the Neapolitan region.
Origin: Naples (Italy)
Period: 15th century
Image source: Cologny, Fondation Martin Bodmer, Cod. Bodmer 7: Genus Arati (www.e-codices.unifr.ch/en/list/one/cb/0007)