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Cepheus, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue )
7340875 Cepheus, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue ) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall
Plate 4. 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.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38519480
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
Celestial Map Constellation Constellations Mytholoy Sky Chart Star Star Chart Star Map Stars Symbole Symbolic Imagery Symbolical Representation Symbology Mythological Figure Symbols
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Elevate your space with the beauty of fine art! Our Media Storehouse range features stunning prints from renowned artists and museums around the world. This exquisite piece by Sydney Hall, 'Cepheus', c1825, is a masterclass in detail and craftsmanship. Printed on high-quality paper, this beautiful artwork will transport you to another era with its intricate design and rich colors.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 50.8cm (14" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning print captures the intricate beauty of Cepheus, a constellation depicted on a card from the set 'Urania's Mirror' created by Sidney Hall in 1825. The detailed chart of the heavens for the latitude of London, accompanied by a box featuring Urania, the personification of Astronomy, reflects both artistic elegance and educational value.
The rising taste for improving pastimes in the 18th and early 19th centuries is evident in this piece, as it was intended to be used within domestic settings as an attractive yet informative item. The set was often paired with Aspin's 'Familiar Treatise on Astronomy', enhancing its educational purpose.
Cepheus himself is portrayed with symbolic imagery that draws upon mythology and celestial symbolism. The colors used in this representation add depth and vibrancy to the star map, making it not only informative but visually captivating as well.
This photograph serves as a window into history, showcasing not only scientific knowledge but also artistic skill and creativity. It reminds us of humanity's enduring fascination with the stars and our constant quest to understand the mysteries of the universe.
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