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Albertus Magnus Collection

Albertus Magnus, also known as Albert the Great, was a German Catholic bishop and philosopher who lived from 1200 to 1280

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Talking Head of Albertys Magnes, 1874 (engraving)

Talking Head of Albertys Magnes, 1874 (engraving)
1574774 Talking Head of Albertys Magnes, 1874 (engraving); (add.info.: Talking head of Albertus Magnus beng smashed by an infuriated monk)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus, 16th century. Creator: Unknown artist

Albertus Magnus, 16th century. Creator: Unknown artist
Albertus Magnus, 16th century. Private Collection

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Scenes from the Legend of Saint Cordula: The burial of Saint Cordula by Albertus Magnus, c1490-1499

Scenes from the Legend of Saint Cordula: The burial of Saint Cordula by Albertus Magnus, c1490-1499
Scenes from the Legend of Saint Cordula: The burial of Saint Cordula by Albertus Magnus, c. 1490-1499. Private Collection

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus, 1193-1280. Creator: Anon

Albertus, 1193-1280. Creator: Anon
Albertus, 1193-1280, unknown date

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: The Talking Head of Albertus Magnus (engraving)

The Talking Head of Albertus Magnus (engraving)
2781317 The Talking Head of Albertus Magnus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Talking Head of Albertus Magnus)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus, 1200-1280, German bishop

Albertus Magnus, 1200-1280, German bishop
6040029 Albertus Magnus, 1200-1280, German bishop. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Albertus Magnus, 1200-1280, Saint Albert the Great, Albert of Cologne)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus, German Catholic bishop

Albertus Magnus, German Catholic bishop
6039994 Albertus Magnus, German Catholic bishop. by Bry, Theodor de (1528-98); Private Collection; (add.info.: Albert the Great or Albertus Magnus, German Catholic Dominican friar and bishop)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albert the Great preaching in Paris

Albert the Great preaching in Paris
LLM459606 Albert the Great preaching in Paris by Serra, J. (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Albert the Great preaching in Paris)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Portrait of Albertus Magnus with some of his pupils, illustration for the title page of

Portrait of Albertus Magnus with some of his pupils, illustration for the title page of
488994 Portrait of Albertus Magnus with some of his pupils, illustration for the title page of Epitomata, reparations, or the whole of natural philosophy of Aristotle

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Title Page for a New Albertus Magnus: six short books describing many of the secrets

Title Page for a New Albertus Magnus: six short books describing many of the secrets
488998 Title Page for a New Albertus Magnus: six short books describing many of the secrets of nature, published 1514 (woodcut and letterpress) by German School

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Cavities of the Brain, from Philosophia Naturalis by Albertus Magnus

Cavities of the Brain, from Philosophia Naturalis by Albertus Magnus
884589 Cavities of the Brain, from Philosophia Naturalis by Albertus Magnus, published in Basel, 1506 (woodcut) by German School

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus, illustration from Images of Men of Outstanding Knowledge

Albertus Magnus, illustration from Images of Men of Outstanding Knowledge
488999 Albertus Magnus, illustration from Images of Men of Outstanding Knowledge and Deep Learning in Lively and Vivid Pictures by Jean Jacque Boissard, published 1669 (engraving) by Bry

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Philosophy Enthroned, mid-16th century. Creator: Virgil Solis

Philosophy Enthroned, mid-16th century. Creator: Virgil Solis
Philosophy Enthroned, mid-16th century

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Sermon of Saint Albertus Magnus, ca. 1430-95. Creator: Friedrich Walther

Sermon of Saint Albertus Magnus, ca. 1430-95. Creator: Friedrich Walther
Sermon of Saint Albertus Magnus, ca. 1430-95

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: 1127402; out of copyright

1127402; out of copyright

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Mathematical logic, 1503

Mathematical logic, 1503
Mathematical logic. Woodcut titled Typus Logice that appeared in Aepitoma omnis phylosophiae (1504) by the German author Georg Reisch (c.1467-1525)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus

Albertus Magnus, medieval German scholar and theologian. Digitally colored woodcut

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus

Albertus Magnus. Found in the Collection of Nationalmuseum Stockholm

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Philosophia, 1502 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer

Philosophia, 1502 (1906). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Philosophia, 1502 (1906). From Durer Des Meisters Gemalde Kupferstiche und Holzschnitte in 471 Abbildungen [Stuttgart und Leipzig, Deutsch Verlags-Ansalt, 1906]

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: St Thomas Aquinas (c1225-1274), Italian philosopher and theologian

St Thomas Aquinas (c1225-1274), Italian philosopher and theologian. Thomas Aquinas was a member of the Dominican order of monks (black friars)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus (c1200-1280) German-born Dominican friar, late 16th century

Albertus Magnus (c1200-1280) German-born Dominican friar, late 16th century. Known as Doctor Universalis, Albertus Magnus became Bishop of Ratisbon (Regensburg) in 1260

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus (engraving)

Albertus Magnus (engraving)
XIR1127401 Albertus Magnus (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Albertus Magnus (1193-1280)

Background imageAlbertus Magnus Collection: Albertus Magnus, German theologian

Albertus Magnus, German theologian
Albertus Magnus (1193-1280), German theologian, lecturing and holding a staff. Albertus was a Dominican friar and bishop who believed in the peaceful coexistence of science and religion


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Albertus Magnus, also known as Albert the Great, was a German Catholic bishop and philosopher who lived from 1200 to 1280. He made significant contributions to various fields of study, including astronomy and natural history. One of his notable works is the manuscript titled "De Natura Rerum, " which contains detailed illustrations and descriptions of celestial phenomena such as lunar eclipses and movements of the planets. In Ms 320 Fol. 197r, we can see an intricate depiction of a lunar eclipse alongside the planetary motions. Another fascinating representation is found in an engraving called "The Talking Head. " This artwork captures his intellectual prowess and influence during his time. In addition to his astronomical studies, Albertus Magnus had a keen interest in ornithology. Several pages from De Natura Rerum showcase beautifully illustrated birds, providing valuable insights into their behavior and characteristics. Throughout his life, Albertus Magnus preached extensively on theological matters. An oil painting portrays him preaching in Paris, emphasizing his role as both a religious figure and scholar. Furthermore, manuscripts like Ms 320 Fol. 192r highlight other celestial phenomena investigated by Thomas van Cantimpre under Albert's guidance. Comets are depicted with great detail here. Lastly, another page from De Natura Rerum reveals intriguing depictions of sea monsters (Ms 320 Fol. 115r). These illustrations demonstrate not only Albertus Magnus' curiosity about the natural world but also how he sought to understand even its most mysterious aspects. Albertus Magnus left behind a rich legacy that continues to inspire scholars today. His dedication to scientific inquiry combined with deep religious conviction makes him an important figure in medieval history.