Eerste blad van een driedelig beweegbaar planetarium 1695 - 1726

This is an undated drawing for a three-part movable planetarium by an anonymous artist. Executed in pen and ink, the drawing intricately details a series of concentric circles. The circles create a visual depth, inviting the eye to move from the outer edges, marked with zodiac symbols, towards the drawing’s central point. The use of precise, measured lines gives the drawing its scientific nature. Look closely, and you'll notice the almost obsessive attention to detail. The geometric construction, combined with the symbolic weight of astronomical imagery, gives it a unique presence. Considered through a structuralist lens, this drawing isn’t merely a representation of the cosmos but a complex encoding of knowledge. The lines, symbols, and spatial arrangements function as signs within a larger system of meaning. They reflect the historical period's attempts to codify and understand the universe, positioning humans within the cosmos.