Quote by David Rittenhouse

For the greater beauty of the instrument, the balls representing the planets are to be of considerable bigness but so contrived, that they may be taken off at pleasure, and others, much smaller, and fitter for some purposes, put in their places.

For the greater beauty of the instrument, the balls represen

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of aesthetic appeal in the design of an instrument, specifically referring to the representation of planets. It suggests that the planetary balls should be sizeable to enhance visual appeal; however, practicality requires that they can be easily replaced with smaller ones that serve specific functions. The quote highlights the balance between beauty and functionality in designing instruments.

By David Rittenhouse

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