Earth Moon System Collection

Flight to the Moon by Jules Verne
Flight to the Moon. Artwork depicting a scene from the science fiction novel From the Earth to the Moon (French: De la Terre a la Lune, 1865) by the French author Jules Verne (1828-1905)

Kirchers Tower of Babel, 17th century
Kirchers Tower of Babel. 17th-century commentary on the Tower of Babel, by German Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher (circa 1601-1680). This tower in Babylon was built to reach heaven

Asteroid Apophis and the Moon, artwork C016 / 6319
Asteroid Apophis and the Moon. Artwork of the near-Earth asteroid Apophis passing the Moon as it approaches the Earth. When discovered

Moonrise C016 / 6312
Moonrise. View through the Earths atmosphere of the Moon rising in the distance. The blue haze is Earths atmosphere, which fades out into space around 100 kilometres above the surface

Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth, artwork
Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth. Artwork of a Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft (lower centre, black) connected to an extended stay module (labelled Future in Cyrillic), both with a crew capacity of three

Soyuz spacecraft at the Moon, artwork
Soyuz spacecraft at the Moon. Artwork of a Soyuz TMA-M spacecraft (right) connected to an extended stay module (centre, labelled Future in Cyrillic), both with a crew capacity of three

Moonrise over Earth, ISS image C016 / 3865
Moonrise over Earth. Composite of three images of the Full Moon, obscured and distorted by Earths atmosphere, as seen from the International Space Station (ISS)

Asteroids approaching Earth, artwork
Asteroids approaching Earth. Computer artwork of a pair of asteroids (one at upper centre) approaching the Earth. The Moon is at top left, and Africa and Europe are also seen

Earth and Moon space-time warp, artwork
Earth and Moon space-time warp. Artwork of the Earth (lower left) and the Moon (upper right) on a grid representing space-time

Crescent Moon from Earth orbit, artwork
Crescent Moon from Earth orbit, computer artwork. The non-sunlit Earth-facing parts of the Moon are being illuminated by sunlight reflected from the Earth, a phenomenon known as Earthshine

Asteroid approaching the Moon, artwork. This asteroid is an example of a near-Earth object (NEO), an astronomical object whose orbit intersects with that of the Earth

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The Earth-Moon system has captivated the human imagination for centuries, inspiring countless works of art and literature. From Jules Verne's "Flight to the Moon" to Kircher's Tower of Babel in the 17th century, our fascination with this celestial duo knows no bounds. Intriguingly, even asteroids like Apophis have been intertwined with our lunar companion in artistic depictions such as C016 / 6319 artwork. The juxtaposition of these cosmic bodies evokes a sense of wonder and mystery. As we gaze at breathtaking images like C016 / 6312's Moonrise or Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth artwork, we are reminded of humanity's relentless pursuit to explore beyond our planet. The Soyuz spacecraft at the Moon artwork further fuels our curiosity about what lies beyond its surface. Artistic renderings showcasing Soyuz spacecraft leaving Earth or alongside Orion spacecraft transport us into a realm where space exploration becomes tangible. These artworks remind us that humans have ventured far from home and continue to push boundaries in their quest for knowledge. Images like ISS image C016 / 3865 capture the ethereal beauty of moonrises over Earth, reminding us how interconnected these two celestial bodies truly are. Meanwhile, artwork depicting both the Moon from Earth and Earth from the Moon offers a unique perspective on our place in the universe. Lastly, artworks portraying asteroids approaching Earth serve as a stark reminder that while we marvel at this extraordinary system, there is an ever-present need to protect and preserve our delicate planet amidst potential cosmic threats. The captivating allure of the Earth-Moon system continues to inspire artists and scientists alike. It serves as a constant reminder that within this vast expanse lies an intricate dance between two entities that shape not only each other but also humanity's understanding of itself within the cosmos.