San Sepolcro
THE RESTORATION OF THE HYPOGEAN CHURCH OF SAN SEPOLCRO IS COMPLETED
Milan recovers an important piece of its artistic heritage
22/07/2019
NEWS
An astrolabe is an ancient instrument used to locate the position of celestial bodies (sun, moon and stars): it represents the celestial vault projected on a plane. Astrolabes were used until the 17th century, when more precise astronomical instruments were introduced. However, they were included in scientific collections as a sign of cultural refinement. This astrolabe, dating from 1500, could determine the position of thirty eight stars.
Milan recovers an important piece of its artistic heritage
The exhibition deals with the Master's last years of activity at the service of the King of France, Francis I.
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The exhibition was extended until September 15.