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| Paper: |
The Church of San Miniato al Monte, Florence:
Astronomical and Astrological Connections |
| Volume: |
441, The Inspiration of Astronomical Phenomena VI |
| Page: |
151 |
| Authors: |
Shrimplin, V. |
| Abstract: |
The church of San Miniato al Monte is examined in the context of
interest in astrology and astronomy in early Renaissance
Florence. Vitruvius emphasised the need for architects to “be
acquainted with astronomy and the theory of the heavens” in his
famous Ten Books of Architecture and, at San Miniato,
astronomical and astrological features are combined in order to link
humanity with the celestial or spiritual realm. The particular
significance of Pisces and Taurus is explored in relation to Christian
symbolism, raising questions about the role of astronomy and astrology
in art and architecture. |
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