Zodiac Collection

Palmistry map of the hand
A palmistry map of the hand, labelling the different areas

May (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Artist: Limbourg brothers (active 1385-1416)
May (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Found in the collection of the Musee Conde, Chantilly

Aztec calendar
A polychrome facsimile of the Piedra del Sol (Sun Stone) or Aztec calendar also know as a Tonalpohualli. Date: 1479

Catalan Atlas, 14th century. The 6-page Catalan Atlas (1375) was produced on vellum by the Jewish cartographer Abraham Cresques

Achilles Shields
THE SHIELD OF ACHILLES in 12 Tables: 3 of a Town in Peace; 3 of a Town in War; 3 of Agriculture and 3 of Pastoral Life

Scorpius constellation. This is a large zodiacal constellation in the southern hemisphere that is visible in summer. The Sun passes though it in late November

February (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Creator: Limbourg brothers
February (Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry), 1412-1416. Found in the Collection of Muse e Conde, Chantilly

Zodiac mosaic at the Beit Alpha Synagogue in Israel. Mosaic, 6th century
MOSAIC, 6TH CENTURY. Zodiac mosaic at the Beit Alpha Synagogue in Israel. Mosaic, 6th century

August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Creator: Jean Limbourg
August - the Chateau d Etampes, 15th century, (1939). Aout - Le Chateau D Etampes. Nobles ride out on a falconry expedition: the man on the right is a beater with long stick to flush out the game

Zodiacal calendar, 1897. Artist: Alphonse Mucha
Zodiacal calendar, 1897. Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Decembre, 1896. Creator: Eugene Samuel Grasset
Decembre, 1896. From " Calendrier la Belle Jardiniere", by Eugene Grasset. [Paris, 1896]

CELLARIUS, Andreas (1596-1665). Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica. 1661. Fol 24. Hemisphaerium stellatum boreale antiquum. Representation of the Northern Hemisphere

The Constellations (Plate XXI) Capricorn and Aquarius, from A Celestial Atlas by Alexander Jamieson, pub. London 1822 (hand coloured engraving). Tenth and eleventh Sign of the Zodiac

Scorpius constellation. Scorpius, the scorpion, is a zodiacal constellation crossed by the Milky Way. It is best seen in summer in the northern hemisphere

Astrology and medicine, artwork
The Astrology and the Medicine. Organs are connected with special zodiac signs

PTOLEMYs SYSTEM (1)
A representation of his system, showing Earth at the centre of the cosmos, circled by the planets and by the signs of the Zodiac

12 Signs of Zodiac
Symbols of the Twelve Houses

Constellation map. On the left side, the northern
" Constellation map. On the left side, the northern constellations and on the right side, the southern constellations

SKY CHART
Sky chart showing the signs of the Zodiac and other celestial features

Achilles Shields
The Shield of Achilles

Gemini
The Constellation Gemini

Sagittarius
The Constellation Sagittarius

Pisces (Rossum)
PISCES the Fish 19 February - 20 March

Taurus
The Constellation Taurus

Johannes Stabius map of the world, 1515, (1936). Artist: Albrecht Durer
Johannes Stabius map of the world, 1515, (1936). A print from Durer, Und Seine Zeit, by Wilhelm Waetzoldt, Grosse Phaidon Ausgabe, 1936

Novembre, 1896. Creator: Eugene Samuel Grasset
Novembre, 1896. From " Calendrier la Belle Jardiniere", by Eugene Grasset. [Paris, 1896]

Zodiac with winged male, poss. Cupid / Eros
Zodiac with winged male, poss. Cupid/Eros. Engraving by J. vander Schley, from Pierre de Hondt, Histoire Naturelle generale et particuliere avec la description du Cabinet du Roy

16th-century medical astrology
Medical astrology. 16th-century artwork of Zodiac Man, a male body labelled with the twelve signs of the zodiac. This artwork was published in Freiburg in 1503 in the encyclopedia Margarita

Medical zodiac, 15th century diagram
Medical zodiac. 15th century diagram with Latin text illustrating how the human body relates to the zodiac signs. Such information was used in medical practices, such as bloodletting

18th century astrology
Sun and signs of the Zodiac. Historical artwork of the Sun and Moon surrounded by the twelve signs of the zodiac. The four seasons are depicted in the corners. 18th century engraving from Rome, Italy

Picnic on the Beach
Two girls take a break from driving, and enjoy a picnic on the beach and a spot of reading

Fevrier, 1896. Creator: Eugene Samuel Grasset
Fevrier, 1896. From " Calendrier la Belle Jardiniere", by Eugene Grasset. [Paris, 1896]

Juillet, 1896. Creator: Eugene Samuel Grasset
Juillet, 1896. From " Calendrier la Belle Jardiniere", by Eugene Grasset. [Paris, 1896]

October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Creators: Paul Limbourg, Jean Colombe
October - the Louvre, 15th century, (1939). Octobre - Le Louvre. Peasants sowing seed in a ploughed field: the man on the right is broadcasting by hand, as magpies eat the fallen grain

May, 1412-1416. Artist: Paul Limbourg
May, 1412-1416. Lords and ladies, mounted, progressing along a road by woods, preceded by trumpeters. They are taking part in a procession to celebrate the joli mois de mai

April, 1412-1416. Artist: Paul Limbourg
April, 1412-1416. Planetary figure of the Sun in his chariot, and zodiac figures of Aries (Ram) and Taurus (Bull) at the top

Artists depiction of the constellation Libra the Scales
An artists depiction of the constellation Libra the Scales. The constellation includes the stars Zuben Elschemali and Zuben Elgenubi. Libra is one of the twelve astrological signs of the Zodiac

Astrology / Zodiac
Zodiac signs painted on the inside of an Egyptian sarcophagus found at Thebes in 1823, containing the mummy of a Greek

Prague astronomical clocks calendar plate (oil on copper plate)
7216658 Prague astronomical clocks calendar plate (oil on copper plate) by Manes, Josef (1820-71); (add.info.: Original calendar plate painted by Josef Manes (1820-1871)

Influence of the Universe, the Macrocosm, on Man, the Microcosm, 1678. From Mundus Subterraneus by Athanasius Kircher. (Amsterdam, 1678)

The Situation of the Earth in the Heavens, plate 74 from The Celestial Atlas
XCF90198 The Situation of the Earth in the Heavens, plate 74 from The Celestial Atlas, or the Harmony of the Universe (Atlas coelestis seu harmonia macrocosmica) pub

Copernican worldview, 1708
Copernican worldview. This is plate 5 from the 1708 edition of the star atlas Harmonica Macrocosmica by the Dutch-German mathematician and cosmographer Andreas Cellarius (1596-1665)

1731 Johann Scheuchzer planet orbit C008 / 8008
1731 Physica Sacra (Sacred Physics) by Johann Scheuchzer (1672-1733) folio copper engraving drawn by a team of engravers under the direction of Johann Andreas Pfeffel (1674-1748)

Leo constellation with Mars. Optical image of the zodiacal constellation Leo, the lion, seen with the planet Mars (orange, centre)

Historical artwork of the constellation of Taurus
Taurus. Coloured historical artwork of the constellation of Taurus. The constellation is depicted as a bull charging at the shield of Orion, below the Bull to his left

Modern Zodia: Scorpio
The Modern Zodiac: An Artists Almanac of English Society. A woman wearing a headdress of autumn leaves surrounded by scenes of fox hunting, college life & the new seasons ale

Capricorn
The Constellation Capricorn

Fascimile of July: Harvesting and Sheep Shearing, from the
BAL65830 Fascimile of July: Harvesting and Sheep Shearing, from the Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry (for original see 8439) by Limbourg Brothers (fl.1400-1416); Victoria & Albert Museum, London

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The concept of the zodiac has fascinated humans for centuries, as evidenced by various historical artifacts and artworks. From the palmistry map of the hand to ancient manuscripts like the Catalan Atlas from the 14th century, we can see how people have long been intrigued by celestial patterns and their connection to human fate. One such representation is found in the Aztec calendar, which beautifully depicts intricate zodiac symbols that were significant in their culture. Similarly, Achilles Shields showcase zodiac signs as a form of protection and symbolism. In medieval times, artists like the Limbourg brothers captured different months of the year in stunning illustrations. The February painting from Les Tres Riches Heures du duc de Berry transports us back to a time when astrology played an important role in daily life. May's depiction also showcases how zodiac signs were incorporated into art during this period. Moving forward through history, we encounter a mesmerizing mosaic at Beit Alpha Synagogue in Israel dating back to the 6th century. This artwork portrays zodiac signs alongside other religious imagery, highlighting their significance across cultures. The Scorpius constellation holds particular fascination due to its unique shape and mythology associated with it. Its presence in ancient texts and depictions further emphasizes humanity's enduring interest in understanding celestial bodies. As time progressed into more modern eras, artists like Eugene Samuel Grasset and Alphonse Mucha continued incorporating zodiac motifs into their works. Grasset's December illustration captures both winter solstice festivities and astrological elements seamlessly intertwined. On another note, Mucha's Zodiacal calendar showcases his signature Art Nouveau style while celebrating each sign individually. Even scientific minds couldn't resist exploring these cosmic wonders; Andreas Cellarius' Atlas Coelestis provides detailed maps of constellations that continue to inspire astronomers today. Whether portrayed on palmistry maps or depicted artistically throughout history, our fascination with astrology persists.