Mathematical Treasure: Belo Moietta’s Trattato di geometria

Trattato di geometria is dated to the end of the 15^th century, ca 1486–1501. The manuscript originated in Venice, Italy. Little is known about its author, Belo Moietta. He discussed both the theoretical and applied aspects of geometry, but the illustrated pages shown here emphasize practical concerns during the Renaissance and the use of tools such as quadrants, rods, and mirrors.

A partial digitization of MS. Canon. Ital. 197 is available from the Digital Bodleian website of the Bodleian Libraries, University of Oxford.

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