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Cancer, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue )
7340885 Cancer, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue ) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall
Plate 19. A set of thirty-two constellation cards entitled Urania's Mirror, with a chart of the heavens for the latitude of London (by Jehoshaphat Aspin), all contained within a box depicting Urania, the personification of Astronomy. They were sold as an attractive but educational item, presumably to be used within a domestic setting and reflecting the rising taste for improving pastimes in the later 18th and early 19th century. The set was often accompanied by a copy of Aspin's Familiar Treatise on Astronomy (1825), written especially for the purpose.
The cards are hand coloured and show the stars and traditional imagery for the major constellations. The cards give compass directions, the names of the constellations and the most important stars. They feature eighty constellations and two sub-constellations, some of which are no longer recognised. The artwork and choice of constellations is inspired by Alexander Jamieson's Celestial Atlas (1822).); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
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This stunning print captures the intricate beauty of Cancer, one of the thirty-two constellation cards from Sidney Hall's 'Urania's Mirror' collection. Created around 1825, this piece showcases the artistry and educational value of astronomy during the 18th and early 19th centuries.
The hand-colored card features traditional imagery for Cancer, along with compass directions and important star names. Each card in the set was designed to be both attractive and informative, appealing to a growing interest in improving pastimes among households at that time.
Displayed within a box depicting Urania, the personification of Astronomy, these constellation cards were sold as an engaging tool for learning about the night sky. Accompanied by Jehoshaphat Aspin's 'Familiar Treatise on Astronomy', this set provided a comprehensive guide to stargazing for enthusiasts.
Inspired by Alexander Jamieson's 'Celestial Atlas', Hall's artwork reflects a meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in portraying eighty constellations and two sub-constellations. While some may no longer be recognized today, these cards serve as a timeless reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with the cosmos.
With its rich history and artistic charm, this print is not just a visual delight but also a testament to our eternal quest for knowledge about the universe above us.
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