Loading

Nicolas Copernicus on the ex-libris of the Nicolaus Copernicus University Library

Stanisław Rolicz1945

Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń

Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń
Toruń, Poland

Ex-libris with Nicolaus Copernicus based on the sculpture by Bertel Thorvaldsen. The seated astronomer on the left holds an armillary sphere in his left hand, while on the right, there is a whimsical moving scene against the backdrop of stylized architecture of Toruń. The inscription reads: „EX LIBRIS BIBLIOTHEACE UNIVERSITATIS THORUNIENSIS”.

Show lessRead more
  • Title: Nicolas Copernicus on the ex-libris of the Nicolaus Copernicus University Library
  • Creator: Stanisław Rolicz
  • Creator Lifespan: 1913–1997
  • Date Created: 1945
  • Physical Dimensions: 5,8 cm x 8,6 cm
  • Type: graphics
  • Publisher: University Library in Toruń
  • Rights: orphan work
  • Medium: woodcut
Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń

Get the app

Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more

Home
Discover
Play
Nearby
Favorites