Portret van Giovanni Domenico Cassini 1667 - 1735

This engraving, created by Francesco Maria Francia between 1667 and 1735, portrays Giovanni Domenico Cassini. The artwork features a bust of Cassini within a laurel wreath, alongside a depiction of the astronomical observatory in Bologna, Italy. The inscription surrounding Cassini's bust identifies him as a distinguished figure, emphasizing his role as the "Archigym Bonon Primar Astron et R. Acad." This suggests Cassini held a prominent position as the head of the observatory and as a member of the Royal Academy. The inclusion of the observatory in the artwork further underscores the significance of Cassini's work in the field of astronomy.