Canis Minor Collection

Uranographia constellations, 1801 C013 / 8953
Uranographia constellations. This page of this star atlas shows Northern Hemisphere constellations. The constellations are groupings of stars in the night sky

Monoceros, from A Celestial Atlas, pub. in 1822 (coloured engraving)
STC129815 Monoceros, from A Celestial Atlas, pub. in 1822 (coloured engraving) by Jamieson, Alexander (fl.1820); Private Collection; (add.info)

Constellation of Cancer, plate 4 from Atlas Coelestis
STC182246 Constellation of Cancer, plate 4 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), published in 1729 (hand coloured engraving) by Thornhill

Constellations of Gemini and Canis Minor, 1729. From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellations of Monoceros, Canis Major and Canis Minor, 1729. Plate 13 From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Orion and Canis Major showing dog stars Sirius and Procyon
Orion and Canis Major, taking in Canis Minor as well, including the dog stars Sirius (lower) and Procyon (upper left). Around Orion you can see Barnards Loop

Illustration of Canis Minor constellation represented as small dog

Map of the Southern Sky, with representations of constellations, decorated with the
XAM77591 Map of the Southern Sky, with representations of constellations, decorated with the crest of Cardinal Lang von Wellenburg

CANIS MINOR, 1482. Figuration of Canis Minor. Woodcut from Hyginus, Poeticon Astronomicon Venice, 1482

Child and camper van under night sky
MODEL RELEASED. Child and camper van under night sky. 5-year-old girl with a lamp next to a camper van under a starry Northern Hemisphere sky. The constellation of Orion is at upper right

Monoceros constellations, 1829 C016 / 4413
Monoceros constellations. 19th-century map of stars and constellations from the celestial atlas Sozviezdiia Predstavlennyia na XXX Tablitsakh (1829) by Kornelius Reissig

Cancer constellations, 1829 C016 / 4403
Cancer constellations. 19th-century map of stars and constellations from the celestial atlas Sozviezdiia Predstavlennyia na XXX Tablitsakh (1829) by Kornelius Reissig

Boat graveyard at yard, France C016 / 3049
Boat graveyard yard. Streetlights illuminating the abandoned tuna boats of Le Magouer, Brittany, France. The constellations of Canis Major, Canis Minor and Orion can be seen in the sky at right

Constellation of Canis Minor
The constellation Canis Minor (Little Dog). Canis Minor is a small constellation in the northern hemisphere, lying partly in the Milky Way near Orion

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"Canis Minor: A Stellar Companion in the Night Sky" Gazing up at the vast expanse of stars, one cannot help but be captivated by the celestial wonders that adorn our universe. Among these stellar marvels lies Canis Minor, a constellation that has fascinated astronomers and stargazers for centuries. Intricately depicted in various historical works such as Monoceros from A Celestial Atlas published in 1822 and Constellation of Cancer from Atlas Coelestis, it has left an indelible mark on astronomical records. Its presence is also beautifully captured alongside other constellations like Gemini and Canis Major in illustrations dating back to 1729. One can easily spot this diminutive canine companion when observing Orion and Canis Major, where its dog stars Sirius and Procyon shine brightly. Represented as a small dog in ancient depictions, it adds charm to the tapestry of constellations adorning our night sky. From maps showcasing representations of constellations to intricate engravings like CANIS MINOR from 1482, artists have sought to immortalize this celestial creature's place among the stars. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with both the mysteries of space and our connection to nature. Beyond its astronomical significance, Canis Minor finds itself intertwined with earthly scenes too. In one illustration, we see a child gazing up at the night sky while nestled inside a camper van—a testament to how even amidst modernity, we find solace under these cosmic wonders. Whether observed alongside Monoceros or Cancer constellations—each with their own unique allure—Canis Minor remains an enchanting presence above us all. As we continue exploring the depths of space and unlocking its secrets, may this celestial companion forever guide us through nights filled with wonderment and awe.