Urania, the Muse of Astronomy (17th Century) Engraving by Lucas Kilian, from the Original, Framed Print Size:8" x 11" leaf fronds

leaf fronds

in a single piece without any scratchy seams

while two of the men have their falcons on their heads

who also had a lasting influence on his style

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Urania, the Muse of Astronomy (17th Century) Engraving by Lucas Kilian, from the Original, Framed Print Size:8" x 11" leaf frondsPublic domain art from the Wellcome Collection, digitally enhanced from the original in high resolution. Copper engraving. In Greek mythology, Urania (meaning "heavenly" or "of heaven") was one of the nine muses, often depicted with a globe and compass. Specifically, Urania was the muse associated with astronomy and astrology, and was also considered the muse of mathematics and the exact sciences. She is often depicted with a globe and compass,