Mathematics and Physics
Hugo Ballin
1934, History of Science murals, Griffith Observatory. Photograph by Anthony Cook. Text excerpt from John Mosley's The Hugo Ballin Murals of the Griffith Observatory
First is a Greek geometer, whose work derived from the Egyptians. Their influence is shown by the god Thoth, behind. An Arab looks at the important mathematical contributions of his culture. The seated man, looking into the murky clowd represents physics. Sir Isaac Newton, originator of calculus, talks with students on the right.
