Map showing Tycho Brahe's System of Planetary Orbits, from 'The Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe'

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"The Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe" (Harmonia Macrocosmica) is a star atlas written by Andreas Cellarius and first published in 1660 in Amsterdam. The atlas is renowned for its elaborate and decorative plates, and it stands as one of the most spectacular cosmographical atlases that was produced during the Golden Age of Dutch cartography. Among its plates is the map showing Tycho Brahe's System of Planetary Orbits, which illustrates the geo-heliocentric cosmology proposed by the Danish astronomer Tycho Brahe in the late 16th century.

Tycho Brahe's system, known as the Tychonic system, posits that the Earth is stationary at the center of the universe with the Sun revolving around it, while the other planets orbit the Sun. This model served as a compromise between the traditional Ptolemaic system, which placed Earth at the center of the universe with all heavenly bodies orbiting it, and the Copernican system, which argued that the Sun was at the center with Earth and the other planets orbiting around it. Brahe's model was influential because it attempted to combine observational accuracy with the philosophical and religious beliefs of the time that favored an Earth-centered universe.

The map in Cellarius's atlas is not only a scientific document but also a work of art, reflecting the Baroque period's fondness for intricate detail and elaborate design. The plate includes rich illustrations surrounding the central diagram, featuring cherubs, astronomers at work, and other symbolic imagery that enhances the map's aesthetic appeal. The map is a testament to the transitional period in astronomy when old theories were being challenged by new observations and ideas, leading up to the eventual acceptance of the heliocentric model of the solar system.

As an important historical document, the map showing Tycho Brahe's System of Planetary Orbits in "The Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe" by Andreas Cellarius is a valuable resource for understanding the development of astronomical thought and the cultural context in which these ideas evolved. It remains a sought-after collector's item and an object of study for historians of science and art alike.

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