The Gottorf Globe and its reconstruction
10 months ago
- #Gottorf Globe
- #Historical Reconstruction
- #Astronomy
- The Gottorf Globe was an astronomic marvel 350 years ago, representing Friedrich III's cosmopolitanism.
- Commissioned by Friedrich III, the globe was constructed by Adam Olearius, combining earth and sky depictions in a unique manner.
- The original globe, now in Russia, was damaged over time but has been restored multiple times.
- A reproduction of the Gottorf Globe has been completed, adhering to original construction principles while incorporating modern safety requirements.
- The reconstruction prioritizes authentic visible components while modernizing hidden parts with state-of-the-art technology.