‘Medieval science’ is a fascinating object of study, both when viewed as a historical precondition of the rise of ‘modern science’, and when studied because its instances provide important examples of significantly different, yet highly sophisticated ways of thinking. However, those who wish to study particular instances of ‘medieval science’ in light of general philosophicalContinue reading “CFP: ‘Philosophical Perspectives on Medieval Theories of Science’, Max Planck Institute for the History of Science, Berlin, 27-28 September 2022, deadline: 14 February 2022”
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Workshop: Precious Stones in Art and Nature
Precious Stones in Art and Nature from the Renaissance to the Enlightenment Workshop at the Kunsthistorisches Institut in Florenz – Max-Planck-Institut, February 12 2014 Max Planck Research Group “Art and Knowledge in Pre-Modern Europe” Max Planck Institute for the History of Science, Berlin Organized by Hannah Baader and Sean Nelson Precious stones were a source ofContinue reading “Workshop: Precious Stones in Art and Nature”