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  • 1Istituto e Museo di Storia della scienza, Firenze.

Nuncius
|January 1, 1995
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This study explores visual representations of naturalist Ulisse Aldrovandi from the 16th to 19th centuries. It reveals how these artworks reflect his evolving legacy in Renaissance encyclopaedic culture.

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Area of Science:

  • Art History
  • History of Science
  • Renaissance Studies

Background:

  • This article investigates the iconographic representations of Ulisse Aldrovandi, a prominent Bolognese naturalist of the 16th century.
  • The study spans a period from the 16th to the 19th century, encompassing various artistic mediums.

Discussion:

  • The analysis includes paintings, engravings, medals, and busts, some previously undocumented.
  • New attributions and insights into the authorship of Aldrovandi's portraits are presented.
  • These visual records are examined as indicators of Aldrovandi's shifting historical and cultural significance.

Key Insights:

  • Iconographic evidence reveals a dynamic posthumous reputation for Ulisse Aldrovandi.
  • The visual legacy of Aldrovandi mirrors the changing perceptions of his contributions to encyclopaedic knowledge.

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  • Artistic portrayals offer new perspectives on the reception of 16th-century scientific figures.

    • Outlook:

    • Further research could explore the provenance and specific commissions of Aldrovandi's portraits.
    • Comparative studies with other Renaissance naturalists' iconographies could yield broader insights.
    • This work contributes to understanding the interplay between art, science, and historical memory in the early modern period.