Print of Herschel's Milky Way, 1784
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Framed Print of Herschel's Milky Way, 1784
The first attempt to describe the shape of the Milky Way and the position of the Sun within it was carried out by William Herschel in 1784 by carefully counting the number of stars in different regions of the visible sky. He produced a diagram of the shape of the galaxy with the Solar System close to the center. © New York Public Library / Science Source
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Brighten up your space with a touch of celestial wonder. framed prints feature 'Herschel's Milky Way, 1784', a historic depiction of the galaxy as first described by William Herschel in the late 18th century. This beautifully crafted piece is not only a work of art but also a fascinating glimpse into the past, reminding us of our place within the vast expanse of the universe.
Celestial cartography at its finest. A rare 18th-century print of Herschel's Milky Way, circa 1784, offers a glimpse into the pioneering work of Sir William Herschel. This historic diagram marks a significant milestone in our understanding of the galaxy's shape and our place within it.
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 10.5cm x 24.4cm (4.1" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
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