Jacopo Dondi dall'Orologio
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Jacopo Dondi dall'Orologio (1290–1359), also known as Jacopo de' Dondi, was a doctor, astronomer and clock-maker active in Padua, Italy. He is remembered today as a pioneer in the art of clock design and construction. He was the father of Giovanni Dondi dall'Orologio. Jacopo Dondi wrote on a number of subjects, including surgery, pharmacology, astrology and natural science.
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Jacopo Dondi dall'Orologio | |
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Born | Jacopo de' Dondi 1290 |
Died | 1359 |
Occupation(s) | doctor, astronomer, clock-maker, polymath |
Known for | Astronomical clock in Padua, 1344 |
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