Poster Print : Celestial planisphere, 1700 C016 / 4385
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Celestial planisphere, 1700 C016 / 4385
Celestial planisphere. 18th-century astronomy diagrams centred around a planisphere of stars and the southern constellations. The Sun and Mercury are at upper left. The Moon and Venus are at upper right. Lunar craters are labelled and named. At lower right are Mars, Jupiter and Saturn (including the moons of the latter two). The planets are represented by their astrological symbols. A solar eclipse is at lower left. The tables show planetary distances and magnitudes, and the longitudinal motion of the fixed stars according to Tycho and Riccioli. This page is from Planisphaerii coelestis hemisphaerium meridionale (1700) by the Dutch cartographer Carel Allard (1648-1709)
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A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
Discover the wonders of the night sky with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the captivating "Celestial planisphere, 1700 C016 / 4385" from the Science Photo Library of the Library of Congress. This exquisite 18th-century astronomy diagram showcases a planisphere of stars, centred around the southern constellations, with the Sun and Mercury at the upper left. Bring the intrigue of ancient celestial exploration into your home or office and ignite a lifelong fascination with the cosmos. Each print is produced using premium materials and vibrant colors, ensuring a stunning and long-lasting addition to your space.
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.8cm x 42cm (19.2" x 16.5")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a celestial planisphere from the 18th century, offering a glimpse into the intricate world of astronomy during that time. Created by Dutch cartographer Carel Allard in 1700, this artwork centers around a planisphere adorned with stars and constellations of the southern hemisphere. The upper left corner features the Sun and Mercury, while the upper right corner displays the Moon and Venus. Notably, lunar craters are meticulously labeled and named throughout. Moving to the lower right section of this extraordinary diagram, we encounter Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn along with their respective moons. Each planet is represented by its astrological symbol, adding an element of mystique to this historical piece. A solar eclipse can be observed at the lower left portion of the print. Accompanying these stunning visuals are tables presenting planetary distances and magnitudes as well as showcasing Tycho's and Riccioli's longitudinal motion of fixed stars. The Latin text adds an authentic touch to this publication titled "Planisphaerii coelestis hemisphaerium meridionale". With its rich history and meticulous attention to detail, this print offers viewers a unique opportunity to delve into centuries-old astronomical knowledge while appreciating Allard's artistic prowess in capturing our celestial wonders.
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