Fine Art Print : Historical artwork of the constellation of Cancer
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Historical artwork of the constellation of Cancer
Cancer. Coloured historical artwork of the constellation of Cancer. The constellation is shown as a lobster or crayfish. Cancer is the fourth sign of the Zodiac. The Sun is in Cancer between 22 June and 22 July. It is a small constellation, with no bright stars. The celebrated star cluster Praesepe, or the beehive, is at the animals heart, at the very centre of its body. The path of the Sun through the sky, the ecliptic, is shown by the black and red line at centre. This artwork is based on a sky map by the Polish-German astronomer Johannes Hevelius (1611- 1687), published posthumously in 1690
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Media ID 6445007
© DETLEV VAN RAVENSWAAY/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Constellation Cosmology Ecliptic Hevelius Lobster Sign Of Zodiac Star Star Map Stars Stellar Zodiac Cray Fish Praesepe
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating beauty of the night sky with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. This exquisite historical artwork depicts the constellation of Cancer, a celestial wonder represented by the lobster or crayfish. As the fourth sign of the Zodiac, Cancer holds a special place in astrological lore. Bring this mesmerizing piece of history into your home or office and let it inspire wonder and curiosity. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously printed on premium quality paper, ensuring vibrant colors and long-lasting durability. Order yours today and embark on a journey through the cosmos.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 54.6cm x 42cm (21.5" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a stunning piece of historical artwork depicting the constellation of Cancer. In this colored illustration, Cancer is portrayed as a magnificent lobster or crayfish, symbolizing its unique representation in the zodiac. As the fourth sign of the Zodiac, Cancer corresponds to a period between 22 June and 22 July when the Sun aligns with this celestial formation. The artwork beautifully captures the essence of Cancer, despite it being one of the smaller constellations without any prominent stars. At its core lies Praesepe, also known as "the beehive" an acclaimed star cluster that resides at the very center of Cancer's body. The artist has meticulously depicted this feature to emphasize its significance within this cosmic creature. Intriguingly, a black and red line gracefully traverses through the artwork representing the ecliptic - the path followed by our Sun across our sky throughout each year. This inclusion adds depth and context to Hevelius' original sky map from 1690 upon which this artwork is based. With elements encompassing science, astronomy, artistry, cosmology, and stellar phenomena all intertwined into one breathtaking composition; it serves as a testament to Johannes Hevelius' profound contributions as a Polish-German astronomer during his lifetime (1611-1687). This remarkable print allows us to appreciate both scientific knowledge and artistic expression simultaneously while exploring humanity's fascination with astrology and our place within the cosmos.
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