Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Prague Astronomical Clock

Torstein aka TR has added a photo to the pool:

Prague Astronomical Clock

The Prague Astronomical Clock is a medieval astronomical clock located in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. The clock was first installed in 1410, making it the third-oldest astronomical clock in the world and the oldest one still working.

The clock mechanism itself is composed of three main components: the astronomical dial, representing the position of the Sun and Moon in the sky and displaying various astronomical details. The Walk of the Apostles - a clockwork hourly show of figures of the Apostles and other moving sculptures —notably a figure of Death (represented by a skeleton) striking the time; and a calendar dial with medallions representing the months.

Pentax K5
Pentax A 50mm f1.2
ISO800
f6.3
1/400s
Handheld

Photographed through the window at Grand Hotel Prague.



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