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Camelopardalis, Tarandus and Custos Messium
Camelopardalis, Tarandus and Custos Messium. Astronomical chart showing a camel, shepherd, and reindeer formimg the constellations. Date 1825
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Camelopardalis Tarandus Custos
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A Celestial Triad of Mythological Creatures - Camelopardalis, Tarandus, and Custos Messium (1825) This astronomical chart, hailing from the year 1825, presents a mesmerizing celestial scene featuring the constellations Camelopardalis, Tarandus, and Custos Messium. The intricate design, reminiscent of the golden age of observational astronomy, invites us to embark on a journey through the night sky, guided by the mythological tales of a camel, a shepherd, and a reindeer. Camelopardalis, the Giraffe, is depicted as a sprawling, irregular figure in the northern sky. Its elongated, serpentine shape, dotted with a few bright stars, is said to represent the hide of the mythical creature with the body of a camel and the neck of a giraffe. Tarandus, the Shepherd, is located near the constellation of Ursa Major. This constellation is shaped like a large, open letter W, and its stars represent the shepherd's flock, with Tarandus himself often depicted as a star at the end of the W. The name Tarandus is derived from the Latin word for 'shepherd.' Custos Messium, the Reindeer Guardian, is a small constellation located near Camelopardalis. Its shape resembles a reindeer, with the bright star Deneb Kaitos, representing the reindeer's tail. The name Custos Messium means 'guardian of the meadow,' and it is believed that the constellation was created to protect the meadows from the mythical dragon Draco. This stunning chart serves as a testament to the rich history of astronomical discovery and the enduring fascination with the mysteries of the night sky. It invites us to explore the stories and legends that have shaped our understanding of the universe for centuries.
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