Biblioteca
LIBRARY CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC
Due to the health emergency, the Library is closed from January 18, 2021 until further notice.
19/01/2021
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.
Due to the health emergency, the Library is closed from January 18, 2021 until further notice.
In compliance with the latest government provisions, the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana remains closed to the public until further notice.