Planets Collection (page 8)

Ramie or China grass, Boehmeria nivea, Urtica nivea, Ortie blanche. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Tobacco plant, Nicotiana tabacum, Tabac. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Greater dodder or European dodder, Cuscuta europaea, cuscute. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

European ash tree, Fraxinus excelsior, Frene. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Dyers madder or common madder, Rubia tinctorum, Garance. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Hogweed or cow parsnip, Heracleum sphondylium, berce branc-ursine. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Water caltrop or buffalo nut, Trapa natans, Macre. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Greater spearwort, Ranunculus lingua, Renoncule grande-douve. Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Peanut or groundnut, Arachis hypogaea, Arachide. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Crimson clover or Italian clover, Trifolium incarnatum, Trefle incarnat. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Common flax or linseed, Linum usitatissimum. Lin cultive. Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Sycamore maple tree, Acer pseudoplatanas, Erable sycomore. Handcoloured steel engraving by Oudet after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Tree cotton, Gossypium arboreum, Cotoninier. Handcoloured steel engraving by Debray after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Corn spurry, Spergula arvensis, Spergule des champs. Handcoloured steel engraving by Alphonse-Leon Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Common corn-cockle, Agrostemma githago, Githago segetum, Nielle des bles, Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A

Dyers rocket or dyers weed, Reseda luteola, Gaude. Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Lebrun after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

Wood anemone or windflower, Anemone nemorosa, Anemone sylvie. Handcoloured steel engraving by L. Noel after a botanical illustration by Edouard Maubert from Pierre Oscar Reveil, A. Dupuis, Fr

How our world looks from other worlds (engraving)
3621267 How our world looks from other worlds (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: How our world looks from other worlds)

Title page of Astronomia nova Aitiologetos, by Johannes Kepler (engraving)
2916305 Title page of Astronomia nova Aitiologetos, by Johannes Kepler (engraving) by German School, (17th century); The University of St

The Earth from space (colour photo)
3091149 The Earth from space (colour photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Earth from space. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

An imaginary landscape on Mars (colour litho)
5996183 An imaginary landscape on Mars (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An imaginary landscape on Mars)

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

Vathek and Carathis consult the planets (etching)
3622581 Vathek and Carathis consult the planets (etching) by Tourrier, Alfred Holst (1836-92); Private Collection; (add.info.: Vathek and Carathis consult the planets)

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

Ms 2200 f. 115v. The World, according to Aristotle, miniature from
CHT307486 Ms 2200 f.115v. The World, according to Aristotle, miniature from De Philosophia Mundi by Guillaume de Conches (1100-54) 1276-77 (vellum) by French School

The Creation of the Heavens, c. 1790 (pen & ink with wash on paper)
XYC258611 The Creation of the Heavens, c.1790 (pen & ink with wash on paper) by Flaxman, John (1755-1826); 23.3x25.1 cm; Yale Center for British Art, Paul Mellon Collection, USA; English

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

An Orrery designed by Tycho Brahe (1546-1601) from the Atlas Major c
STC245489 An Orrery designed by Tycho Brahe (1546-1601) from the Atlas Major c.1630 (coloured engraving) by Blaeu, Joan (1596-1673); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; Dutch

The Solar System of Rene Descartes (1596-1650) from Description de l Univers
CHT223716 The Solar System of Rene Descartes (1596-1650) from Description de l Univers by Alain Manesson Mallet (1630-1706) 1683 (engraving) (b/w photo) by French School

Space-Suits (litho)
2812591 Space-Suits (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Space-Suits. Illustration for one of a set of cigarette cards on The World of Tomorrow)

The Solar System (coloured engraving)
6014054 The Solar System (coloured engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Solar System)

An impression of the surface of Mercury (litho)
6000074 An impression of the surface of Mercury (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: An impression of the surface of Mercury)

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

Number Seven, Saturn (litho)
908316 Number Seven, Saturn (litho) by English School; Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

Buddhists representing the stars, sun and moon, from
STC414244 Buddhists representing the stars, sun and moon, from The History and Doctrine of Buddhism by Edward Upham, 1829 (colour litho) by English School

Frontispiece to A Discourse concerning a New World and another Planet
XJF294060 Frontispiece to A Discourse concerning a New World and another Planet by John Wilkins, published in 1640 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Marshall

The Compleat Orrery, pub. London 1780 (coloured engraving)
984703 The Compleat Orrery, pub. London 1780 (coloured engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: As decribed by S)

A discourse concerning a new world & another planet in 2 bookes, 1640 (frontispiece)
3058199 A discourse concerning a new world & another planet in 2 bookes, 1640 (frontispiece) by Marshall, William (fl.1617-49); Private Collection; (add.info)

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

Planisphere (litho)
XEE1262573 Planisphere (litho) by Cosmas (7th Century) (after); Private Collection; Stefano Bianchetti; Egyptian, out of copyright

Isaac Newton and gravity (chromolitho)
968586 Isaac Newton and gravity (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Isaac Newton and gravity)

Music (coloured engraving)
976024 Music (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Music.); © Look and Learn

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Exploring the Vast Cosmos: Unveiling the Mysteries Gazing at a Flat Earth Map: A thought-provoking depiction of our world as a plane, challenging conventional beliefs. The Orrery by Joseph Wright: Witnessing the intricate beauty of an 18th-century mechanical model showcasing planets in motion. Catalan Atlas, 14th Century: A captivating medieval map revealing early perceptions and knowledge about our celestial neighbors. Artistic Solar System Delight: Immerse yourself in mesmerizing artwork that brings to life the enchanting harmony of our planetary system. Marvels of Our Solar System: Behold the breathtaking diversity and splendor of each planet orbiting around our radiant Sun. Journey into Hollow Earth? Exploring intriguing theories surrounding what lies beneath Earth's surface and its potential mysteries. Celestial Symphony: Discovering the delicate dance between planets within our solar system, orchestrating cosmic harmony for eons. Moon Rising over Earth's Horizon: Capturing a magical moment where our lunar companion gracefully ascends above Earth's curvature. Challenging Perceptions with Flat Planet Depictions: Diving into alternative perspectives on how some envision Earth's shape throughout history. Enigmatic Mars Revealed through French Cartography: Unveiling an ancient map that unveils humanity's fascination with exploring distant red worlds. Beneath Our Feet - The Secrets Within Earth's Crust: Peering beneath the surface to uncover geological wonders shaping our dynamic planet. Embark on an awe-inspiring journey through time and space as we delve into these captivating glimpses into humanity’s understanding – from ancient maps depicting flat earth theories to modern interpretations unveiling stunning celestial landscapes within our solar system or even questioning what lies hidden beneath us. Explore diverse artistic representations, scientific discoveries, and philosophical ponderings that continue to fuel our curiosity about the vast cosmos.