Planet Collection (page 19)

Envelope design, New York Empire City Rose
Envelope design, New York Empire City views in the form of a Rose. 1857

Spheres depicting the Earths orbit round the Sun. Date: 18th century

Armillary sphere with zodiac. Date: 1719

Armillary Sphere
An Armillary Sphere. Date: 18th century

Poster, Protect Your Heritage -- soldier with globe and rifle. Date: 20th century

Saturn like a setting sun (litho)
976622 Saturn like a setting sun (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Saturn like a setting sun)

Detail of the Virgin Relief, depicting planets and zodiac signs, Malatestian Temple, Chapel of the Planets
1281583 Detail of the Virgin Relief, depicting planets and zodiac signs, Malatestian Temple, Chapel of the Planets, Rimini (marble) by Duccio, Agostino di (1418-c.81); Alinari

Cosmographic plate with the map of the universe and of the two most known planetary systems, engraving by G
3572497 Cosmographic plate with the map of the universe and of the two most known planetary systems, engraving by G. Zuliani taken from Tome I of the " Newest Atlas" published in Venice in

Front endpaper details from Astronomia nova Aitiologetos
2916306 Front endpaper details from Astronomia nova Aitiologetos, by Johannes Kepler (engraving) by German School, (17th century); The University of St

Fol 45 Astronomia nova Aitiologetos, by Johannes Kepler (engraving)
2916304 Fol 45 Astronomia nova Aitiologetos, by Johannes Kepler (engraving) by German School, (17th century); The University of St

Caricature of the discovery of Neptune, from Le Charivari
CHT233739 Caricature of the discovery of Neptune, from Le Charivari, 1st January 1847 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Cham (Amedee Charles Henri de Noe) (1818-79); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

The Earth as Seen from the Moon (engraving)
FEH328983 The Earth as Seen from the Moon (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: from Gods Glorious Creation or The Mighty Marvels of Earth, Sea, and Sky by Dr)

Macrocosm, from Zubdet ut Tevarih by Lokman, 1583 (vellum)
REV326111 Macrocosm, from Zubdet ut Tevarih by Lokman, 1583 (vellum) by Turkish School, (16th century); Topkapi Palace Museum, Istanbul, Turkey; (add.info.: the Epitome of Historical Works); Turkish

Aristotle and Eudoxus (b / w chalk on grey paper)
Ma198560 Aristotle and Eudoxus (b/w chalk on grey paper) by Nasmyth, James (1808-90); Private Collection; Photo eThe Ms Gallery, London; British, out of copyright

Dante and Beatrice contemplating the sign of Gemini, the planets and the earth
XIR175970 Dante and Beatrice contemplating the sign of Gemini, the planets and the earth, from Divina Commedia by Dante Alighieri (1265-1321) (vellum) by Italian School

Observation problematic du satellite de Venus (Cassini, 1672) - in "
LSE4105554 Observation problematic du satellite de Venus (Cassini, 1672) - in " Les terres du ciel" by Camille Flammarion, ed

Textile design with spirals, (gouache on paper)
1195742 Textile design with spirals, (gouache on paper) by Chekhonin, Sergei Vasil evich (1878-1936); 35.5x25.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; Russian, out of copyright

Les antipodes - in "Astronomicon caesarum"
GIA4816942 Les antipodes - in " Astronomicon caesarum", treatise of the 16th century. by Unknown Artist, (16th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Leaving for the Moon, illustration from Around the Moon
CHT213075 Leaving for the Moon, illustration from Around the Moon by Jules Verne (1828-1905) Paris, Hetzel (engraving) (b/w photo) by Hildibrand

Leaving for the Moon, illustration from Around the Moon
CHT213074 Leaving for the Moon, illustration from Around the Moon by Jules Verne (1828-1905) Paris, Hetzel, engraved by Henri Theophile Hildibrand (1824-97) (engraving) (b/w photo) by Bayard

Urbain Le Verrier (1811-77) (oil on canvas)
XIR208412 Urbain Le Verrier (1811-77) (oil on canvas) by Giacomotti, Felix Henri (1828-1909); 124x88 cm; ChAteau de Versailles

Astronomical tablet from Kish, recording the rising and settings of Venus from the first
AMQ113735 Astronomical tablet from Kish, recording the rising and settings of Venus from the first 6 years of the reign of the King of Babylon

Observatoire de Paris (engraving)
5993279 Observatoire de Paris (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Observatoire de Paris)

Map showing Tycho Brahes System of Planetary Orbits, from The Celestial Atlas
STC129824 Map showing Tycho Brahes System of Planetary Orbits, from The Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe (Atlas coelestis seu harmonia macrocosmica) pub

Chart describing the Movement of the Planets, from A Celestial Atlas
STC129822 Chart describing the Movement of the Planets, from A Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe (Atlas coelestis seu harmonia macrocosmica) pub

An Astronomer, detail from a map of the planets, from A Celestial Atlas
STC129819 An Astronomer, detail from a map of the planets, from A Celestial Atlas, or The Harmony of the Universe (Atlas coelestis seu harmonia macrocosmica) pub

Martin-type portable Planetarium or Orrery, by Thomas Blunt (fl
MFR135773 Martin-type portable Planetarium or Orrery, by Thomas Blunt (fl.1760-1822) George Newman and Thomas Voigt, c.1808 (brass, silvered brass and ivory) (see also 135772) by English School

Mars: canals and oasis according to the map of P. Lowell - in "The Sky"
LSE4107260 Mars: canals and oasis according to the map of P. Lowell - in " The Sky", by Alphonse Berget, Larousse, 1923 by Lowell

Frontispice de l ouvrage de Bianchini sur Venus (v. 1727) - in "
LSE4105568 Frontispice de l ouvrage de Bianchini sur Venus (v.1727) - in " Les terres du ciel" by Camille Flammarion, ed

Allegorie de la planete Venus - in "Les terres du ciel"by Camille Flammarion
LSE4105562 Allegorie de la planAte Venus - in " Les terres du ciel" by Camille Flammarion, ed. Marpon & Flammarion, Paris, 1884 by French School

Dark spots and bright spots of Venus; 1, 2, 3, spots observed by D
LSE4105549 Dark spots and bright spots of Venus; 1, 2, 3, spots observed by D. Cassini in 1667 and 1667; 4, 5, 6, spots observed by M

Fantastic representation of the world system in the middle of the Middle Ages
XEE4113628 Fantastic representation of the world system in the middle of the Middle Ages. Italian Picture of the 18th century in " L atmosphere: meteorologie populaire" (Paris)

View of Pouce Mountain and forest clearing, Mauritius, illustration from
CHT382387 View of Pouce Mountain and forest clearing, Mauritius, illustration from Voyage pittoresque a l Ile-de-France, au cap de Bonne-Esperance et a l ile de Teneriffe, Paris

Astrological tarot card depicting Scorpio (colour litho)
CHT207065 Astrological tarot card depicting Scorpio (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: ouroboros)

Ms Hunter 59 f. 6v Archer Firing at a Globe, from Vox Clamatis
GUL232053 Ms Hunter 59 f.6v Archer Firing at a Globe, from Vox Clamatis by John Gower (1330-1408) (vellum) by English School, (15th century); Glasgow University Library

Ms 3469 Christ holding a globe with the Four Elements, from the Physics
BMR231188 Ms 3469 Christ holding a globe with the Four Elements, from the Physics by Aristotle (384-322 BC) (pen, ink & tempera on vellum) by French School, (15th century); Bibliotheque Mazarine

Explanation of Empress Josephines left hand by Miss Lenormand
CHT266909 Explanation of Empress Josephines left hand by Miss Lenormand, early 19th century (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School, (19th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Commander Evans observing an occulation of Jupiter, from Scott
STC255091 Commander Evans observing an occulation of Jupiter, from Scotts Last Expedition (b/w photo) by Ponting, Herbert (1870-1935); Private Collection; (add.info)

Youth, poverty and simplicity laying the foundations of British astronomy (litho)
979564 Youth, poverty and simplicity laying the foundations of British astronomy (litho) by Crowe, Eyre (1824-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Youth)

Finding a world by arithmetic (litho)
976621 Finding a world by arithmetic (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Finding a world by arithmetic)

Book cover for La Creation by Joseph-Charles Mardrus
985574 Book cover for La Creation by Joseph-Charles Mardrus, 1928 (royal blue moroccan leather, gilt) by Schmied, Francois-Louis (1873-1941) (after); 33.2x23.1 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

In the Year 2000, visiting the inhabitants of the planet Mars (colour litho)
3093642 In the Year 2000, visiting the inhabitants of the planet Mars (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: In the Year 2000)

Astronomical Observations (oil on canvas)
XIR176625 Astronomical Observations (oil on canvas) by Creti, Donato (1671-1749); Vatican Museums and Galleries, Vatican City; Italian, out of copyright

Diagram showing the solar system, according to Ptolemy (fl
CHT199607 Diagram showing the solar system, according to Ptolemy (fl.127-145 AD) from the Nuremberg Chronicle by Hartmann Schedel (1440-1514) 1493 (colour woodcut) by German School

The Creation of the World from Paradise Lost by John Milton (1608-1674
5615862 The Creation of the World from Paradise Lost by John Milton (1608-1674) a series of 12 illustrations etched by William Strang (1859-1921) by Strang

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"The Pale Blue Dot: A Glimpse into the Eternal Mystery of Our Planet" In the vastness of space, a tiny speck called Earth emerges as a dramatic balance between eternity and everlasting change. As Voyager 1 captured the iconic image of our planet from afar, known as the Pale Blue Dot, we were reminded of our place in the cosmos. The Earthrise over Moon photograph taken by Apollo 8 further deepened our understanding of this mysterious globe we call home. Contrasting beliefs have emerged throughout history, with some even suggesting that our world is nothing more than a flat plane. Yet, when confronted with the breathtaking Earthrise artwork or witnessing its rising silhouette above the lunar horizon, it becomes undeniable that our planet is part of an awe-inspiring solar system. Nestled within this celestial arrangement are planets like Neptune, which Voyager 2 unveiled through its lens. And who can forget Voyager 1's composite image showcasing Saturn and six moons? These glimpses into distant worlds remind us that there is so much more to explore beyond our own backyard. As we contemplate astronomy and navigate NASA's discoveries, we come to appreciate both the grandeur and fragility of our planet. From satellite images revealing the Whole Earth at night to artworks depicting our Solar System's beauty, every perspective adds another layer to its ever-evolving story. The sizes of Solar System planets compared showcase their diversity – from gas giants like Jupiter to rocky terrains like Mars – each holding its own secrets waiting for us to uncover, and is through these explorations that humanity seeks answers about existence itself. So let us marvel at this pale blue dot floating in space - an eternal reminder that despite all odds against life's emergence in such abundance on Earth; here we stand united as one species on a journey towards understanding ourselves and unraveling nature's mysteries.