Stargazing Collection

Under the Sky
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The Milky Way shines over the Fora Alp where some hikers have created their campsite for stargazing. Valmalenco. Valtellina. Lombardy. Italy

Syntax Star-gazing, from The Tour of Dr Syntax in search of the Picturesque, by William Combe
STC213548 Syntax Star-gazing, from The Tour of Dr Syntax in search of the Picturesque, by William Combe, published 1812 (aquatint) by Rowlandson

Astronomer looking at the sky from an attic room. Date: circa 1860s

Looking at the moon -- Evening Hours. Date: circa 1850s

The Stargazer, c. 1863 (oil on canvas)
XKH150948 The Stargazer, c.1863 (oil on canvas) by Spitzweg, Carl (1808-85); 48x27.5 cm; Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg, Germany; German, out of copyright

The Evening Star, 1864 (oil on canvas)
WLT207133 The Evening Star, 1864 (oil on canvas) by Corot, Jean Baptiste Camille (1796-1875); 71x90 cm; Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, USA; French, out of copyright

Midnight Tree Hugger
A woman hugging a tree located off the Blue Ridge Parkway in Blowing Rock, NC

A Starry Night at Linville Falls
A Starry night at Linville Falls located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina

Haleakala Crater, Maui, Hawaii, USA
The panorama view from the summit of Haleakala at sunset in Haleakala National Park, Mauis dormant volcano, Hawaii. The observatories, collectively known as Science City are on the far left; Maui

Total solar eclipse in England, 1927
Diagram explaining the science behind the solar eclipse due to be witnessed in England on 29 June 1927. This was to be the first total solar eclipse seen in England for 200 years. 1927

Lecture on Astronomy, Paris
The Robin Theatre in Paris hosting a mid nineteenth century lecture aimed at attracting young people to the enigmatic branch of natural science astronomy. Date: 1864

Man sitting near the campfire in the forest under the stars and Milky Way, Sudak, Crimea
Man sitting near the campfire in the forest under the stars and the Milky Way, Sudak, Crimea

Waiting to see the Zeps zip by Fish
Waiting to see the " Zeps" zip. An exciting and emotional pastime which is very popular these mild evenings. The telescopes should be gazed through upside-down to emphasise the distance of

A man walking on the salt river at night under the Milky Way, Russia
A man walking on the salt river at night under the Milky Way with stars reflected in the river, Russia

Man stands alone on Lake Elton in Russia under the center of the Milky Way and the stars reflected in the lake

A couple gazing at the Milky Way from atop the Lago-Naki plateau overlooking Russia

Man shining a flashlight on the Milky Way from atop a mountain in Russia
Man standing on a mountain top and shining a flashlight on the Milky Way, Russia

Explorer looking at the Milky Way from the coast of the Black Sea
Explorer standing on the coast of the Black Sea with the Milky Way and light trails of cars from the top of the mountain Ilyas-Kaya in Crimea

A man on a mountain under the Milky Way on the Lago-Naki plateau in Russia
Silhouette of a man on a mountain under the Milky Way on the Lago-Naki plateau in Russia

Skygazer standing under the stars at Grasslands National Park, Canada
August 25, 2014 - A 360 degree panorama of the landscape and skyscape at Grasslands National Park, Saskatchewan, Canada. The Milky Way arches overhead from south to north at right

Man sits on top of Demerdzhi mountain under the Milky Way at night in Alushta, Crimea

A man stands on the shore of the Black Sea at night under Milky Way and green airglow

A lone man stands on the mountains at night under the moon, Sudak, Crimea

Telescope pointed out to the night sky with moon and clouds

Man shining a flashlight on the Milky Way from Lago-Naki plateau in Russia
Man standing on the rocks of Lago-Naki plateau and shining a flashlight on the Milky Way, Russia

Man lying on Lake Elton in Russia under the Milky Way while shining a flashlight up
Man lying on Lake Elton salt lake in Russia under the Milky Way at night while shining a flashlight up

Astronomer with telescope looking at the Milky Way in the Atacama Desert, Chile
Astronomer with a telescope looking at the Milky Way in the Atacama Desert, Chile

The Terrible Comet of 1680 by Bach Abraham (woodcut)
XJF862970 The Terrible Comet of 1680 by Bach Abraham (woodcut) by German School, (17th century); Private Collection; German, out of copyright

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"Under the Sky: Exploring the Wonders of Stargazing" Embark on a celestial journey as we delve into the captivating world of stargazing. From witnessing a total solar eclipse in England back in 1927 to admiring the mesmerizing Milky Way illuminating the Fora Alp, where adventurous hikers have set up camp. Drawing inspiration from William Combe's enchanting aquatint, "Syntax Star-gazing, " published in 1812, imagine yourself as an astronomer peering at the vast expanse of stars from an attic room. The allure intensifies when evening descends and our gaze fixates upon the majestic moon during those tranquil "Evening Hours. " Let your imagination soar with masterpieces like "The Stargazer, " painted on canvas around 1863, and "The Evening Star" from 1864. These artworks capture both the mystique and beauty that lie within our nighttime sky. Intriguingly titled "Midnight Tree Hugger, " picture yourself beneath a canopy of twinkling stars while embracing nature's wonders. Or transport yourself to Linville Falls for a truly magical experience under a starry night sky. As you patiently await for Zeps to zip by Fish, ponder over fascinating lectures on astronomy held in Paris – where knowledge intertwines with awe-inspiring cosmic discoveries. Stargazing is not merely about observing distant celestial bodies; it is about connecting with something greater than ourselves. It allows us to appreciate our place in this vast universe and instills wonderment within our souls. So grab your telescope or simply lay back under an open sky – let stargazing be your gateway to infinite possibilities and profound moments of reflection.