The man with the beard is Galileo Galilei (1564 - 1642), the famous Italian astronomer, physicist and engineer. He build an improved telescope and was the first person who observed the lunar craters. In 1633 the roman inquisition sentenced him to lifelong house arrest for "heresy", for holding the belief that the earth revolves around the sun. It took the catholic church more than 300 years to declare Galilei was right.
OMG. I did NOT know any of this. Thanks, Ka. I love the Kollage Kit for the challenges that fuel our creativity. And I especially love learning things from this site. Your collage, "Moonstruck" is perfect for this challenge. Love it!!
ReplyDeleteMagnifico Montage Ka. Whole worlds in their hands, I think Globe-trotting Galileo has his in a spin.
ReplyDeleteThat's quite a juggling act! Lovely stuff!
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