Description
The most frequently visited monument in the historical centre of Prague – the Old Town or Prague Astronomical Clock – is rightly considered the best preserved medieval astronomical clock. Why is that? What times can be read on its astrolabe? Since when have wooden statues of the apostles made their promenade on it? What esoteric symbols do the stone statues conceal? Why did the alleged creator of the Astronomical Clock Master Hanuš have to be blinded? This book discusses other secrets hidden within the unique medieval work. Inspired by the Calendar, it presents significant moments in the history of the Clock in twelve chapters, and in the concluding summary, it provides an overview of dates and technical details. The Prague Astronomical Clock is just revealing its secrets to you and will reward its admirers with originality and authenticity.
Information
Publication date: May 1, 2015
Manufacturer: Práh s.r.o.
Genres: Technique, Art and architecture, Books, Specialized and technical literature
Type: Flexible books
Pages: 72
ISBN/EAN: 9788072525577