Astronomical Map Collection

Copernican (heliocentric / Sun-centred) system of the Universe, 1708
Copernican (heliocentric/Sun-centred) system of the Universe, 1761. Illustration showing ecliptic and the orbit of the Earth and the planets

Globe of the planet Mars, made 1903-09
CHT176313 Globe of the planet Mars, made 1903-09 by Lowell, Percival (1855-1916) (after); Observatoire Camille Flammarion, Juvisy

Map of the celestial Southern Hemisphere, 1660-1661. Artist: Andreas Cellarius
Map of the celestial Southern Hemisphere, 1660-1661. From The Celestial Atlas, or the Harmony of the Universe (Atlas coelestis seu harmonia macrocosmica) by Andreas Cellarius

Copernican sun-centred (heliocentric) system of the universe, 1708. This shows the orbit of the Moon round the Earth, and the orbits of the Earth and planets round the Sun

Second part of the star chart of the Northern Celestial Hemisphere showing constellations, 1747

First part of the star chart of the Northern Celestial Hemisphere showing constellations, 1747

Second part of the star chart of the Southern Celestial Hemisphere showing constellations, 1747

First part of the star chart of the Southern Celestial Hemisphere showing constellations, 1747

Copernican (heliocentric / Sun-centred) system of the Universe, 1761
Copernican (heliocentric/Sun-centred) system of the Universe, 1761. Illustration showing the orbits of the planets around the Sun. The orbits of the moons of Earth, Jupiter and Saturn are also shown

Transparent Solar System, educational plate, c1857. The chart shows the path of Halleys Comet in 1835, as well as the orbits of the planets and some of the asteroids (planetoids) discovered up to 1857

Constellation of Andromeda, 1723. Andromeda chained to rocks waiting for rescue by Perseus. German astronomer and lawyer Johannes Bayer (1572-1625)

Constellation of Leo, 1775. Artist: Jean Fortin
Constellation of Leo, 1775. A number of distant galaxies can be observed in Leo by astronomers, and the constellation is associated with several meteor showers, most notably the Leonids

Astronomical map, centred on the constellation of Hercules, 1775. Artist: Jean Fortin
Astronomical map, centred on the constellation of Hercules, 1775. Part of the Milky Way is shown on the right of the image. From Atlas Coelestis de Flamsteed by JJ Fortin. (Paris, 1775)

Astronomical map, centred on the Southern constellation of Argo Navis, 1742. From Atlas Coelestis by John Gabriel Doppelmayer. (Nuremberg, 1742)

Constellation of Leo, 1723. From Uranometria by Johannes Bayer. (Ulm, 1723). German astronomer and lawyer Johann Bayer (1572-1625)

Constellation of Argo Navis, 1723. From Uranometria by Johannes Bayer. (Ulm, 1723). German astronomer and lawyer Bayer (1572-1625)

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Discover the wonders of the universe through these captivating astronomical maps. Step back in time to 1708, when Copernicus revolutionized our understanding with his heliocentric system, placing the Sun at the center of our Universe. Fast forward to 1903-09, and marvel at a globe depicting Mars, offering a glimpse into another celestial body. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Southern Hemisphere with Andreas Cellarius' intricate map from 1660-1661. Every constellation meticulously illustrated, guiding explorers through the vastness of space. Witness how even centuries later, in 1747, star charts continued to captivate minds as they revealed both Northern and Southern Celestial Hemispheres adorned with constellations. Travel further into history as we reach 1761 and encounter yet another representation of Copernicus' groundbreaking theory. This time it's an educational plate from c1857 that presents a transparent Solar System for all to comprehend its complex mechanics. Gaze upon Andromeda's constellation from 1723; its ethereal beauty suspended among countless stars captures our imagination. Finally, let Jean Fortin's artistry transport you to 1775 as he brings Leo's majestic form alive on paper. These astronomical maps serve not only as navigational tools but also as windows into humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge about our place in this vast cosmos.