Taurus Collection (#6)

The Taurus region showing dark lanes of nebulosity

Messier 45, the Pleiades, an open star cluster in the Taurus constellation

Artists depiction of the constellation Taurus the Bull
An artists depiction of the constellation Taurus the Bull. The constellation includes the star clusters of the Pleiades and the Hyades. Taurus is one of the twelve astrological signs of the Zodiac

Comet Lovejoy in the winter sky
January 18, 2015 - Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) at upper right near the Pleiades, with its long blue ion tail stretching back to the left past the Pleiades

Winter Milky Way from New Mexico
March 10, 2015 - A vertical sweep with a 15mm ultrawide lens from the horizon to past the zenith, taking in a large part of the northern winter Milky Way

Winter sky panorama with various deep sky objects

The Pleiades, an open cluster of stars in the constellation Taurus

The Seven Sisters, also known as the Pleiades, seem to float on a bed of feathers in a new infrared image from the Spitzer Space Telescope

The Auriga constellation showing lanes of dark nebulosity
A deep exposure image of the Auriga constellation showing lanes of dark nebulosity

The Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters
The Pleiades star cluster, or Seven Sisters, aka Messier 45, in Taurus. The brightest part of the reflection nebula around the Pleiades at bottom is the Merope Nebula, IC 349

Aurora borealis with Taurus and Orion over Churchill, Manitoba, Canada
The aurora borealis of February 3-4, 2014 seen from Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, looking west to Orion and Taurus, with tour group members taking in the sight

The Pleiades open star cluster in the constellation of Taurus

The bright stars of Auriga and Taurus rise above Mt. Everest and the central Himalayas
The bright stars of constellation Auriga and Taurus rise above the central Himalayas. Mount Everest (8848m) stand with banner clouds in the middle. Great Nuptse (7879m) stand on its right

The Pleiades surrounded by dust and nebulosity
The Pleiades (M45) surrounded by dust and nebulosity

Beautiful dusty nebulae of Taurus
Wide field of the Taurus molecular cloud containing many wonderful dark and reflection nebulae

Deep sky image of the constellations Auriga and Taurus

The Pleiades, also known as Messier 45 or the Seven Sisters, is the name of an open cluster in the constellation of Taurus

The Pleiades Star Cluster (M45) is located in the constellation of Taurus

Ghostly glows of a truly dark Sky
A 180 degree panorama showing the zodiacal light (at right in the west), the Milky Way, the zodiacal band across the frame at top

An ice crystal halo around the first quarter moon
January 27, 2015 - An ice crystal halo around the first quarter moon high in the northern winter sky near Pinos Altos, New Mexico

Open cluster Hyades and giant star Aldebaran in the constellation of Taurus
The open cluster Hyades and giant star Aldebaran in the constellation of Taurus, with smaller open cluster NGC 1647 at left

Jupiter in the constellation Taurus with deep sky objects
Jupiter in the constellation Taurus above the Hyades open cluster and Aldebaran, below the Pleiades. NGC 1647 and NGC 1746 clusters are also visible at left

Floreal (April / May), eighth month of the Republican Calendar, engraved by Tresca, c
XIR82278 Floreal (April/May), eighth month of the Republican Calendar, engraved by Tresca, c.1794 (coloured engraving) by Lafitte, Louis (1770-1828) (after); Musee de la Ville de Paris

Month of April (fresco) (detail of 75564)
XIR498154 Month of April (fresco) (detail of 75564) by Bohemian School, (15th century); Castello del Buonconsiglio, Trento

Ms 422 Fol. 27v & 28r Path of the moon across the constellations, from De Natura
XIR404278 Ms 422 Fol.27v & 28r Path of the moon across the constellations, from De Natura Rerum by Isidore of Seville (vellum) by French School, (9th century); Bibliotheque Municipale, Laon

April, flowers, Aries, illustration from the Almanach des Bergers, 1491
XIR345825 April, flowers, Aries, illustration from the Almanach des Bergers, 1491 (xylograph) (b/w photo) by Le Rouge, Pierre (fl)

Map of the Northern Sky with representations of the constellations, decorated with
XAM77592 Map of the Northern Sky with representations of the constellations, decorated with (clockwise) the astronomers Aratus Cilix, Ptolemaeus Aegyptus, Azophi Arabus (Addorrhaman al-Sufi) and M

Dendera Zodiac, engraved in 1802 (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF294043 Dendera Zodiac, engraved in 1802 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Denon, Dominique Vivant (1747-1825) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Month of April, from The Shepheardes Calender by Edmund Spenser (1552-99)
XJF277616 Month of April, from The Shepheardes Calender by Edmund Spenser (1552-99), facsimile of original published in 1579 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by English School; Private Collection; (add.info)

Venus, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco)
XAL264470 Venus, from the Sala dell Udienza, 1496-1500 (fresco) by Perugino, Pietro (c.1445-1523); Collegio del Cambio, Perugia, Italy; Italian, out of copyright

Taurus and sheep, Pieter Gerardus van Os, Colnaghi & Co, Evert Mskamp, 1803

Taurus, Frederik Lodewijk Huygens, 1817 - 1887

Fol. 38r The Twelve Signs of the Zodiac and the Sun (vellum)
XIR206976 Fol.38r The Twelve Signs of the Zodiac and the Sun (vellum) by Matfre Ermengaut (d.1322); Biblioteca Monasterio del Escorial, Madrid

May, from the Almanach des Bergers, 1491 (xylograph) (b / w photo)
XIR201699 May, from the Almanach des Bergers, 1491 (xylograph) (b/w photo) by Le Rouge, Pierre (fl. late 15th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

April: Young man with flower basket, Anonymous, Jonas Suyderhoef, Joachim von Sandrart, 1670 - 1726

Taurus, Johannes Mock, 1824

Taurus and farmer, Johannes Mock, Paulus Potter, 1825

Taurus on the riverbank, Johannes Janson, 1761-1784

Taurus on riverbank, Johannes Janson, Monogrammist WVA, 1761 - 1834

April: loving couple, Anonymous, Crispijn van de Passe (I), Maerten de Vos, 1574 - 1687

Ms Lat. 209 f. 9v Venus, from De Sphaera, c. 1470 (vellum)
XIR156885 Ms Lat. 209 f.9v Venus, from De Sphaera, c.1470 (vellum) by De Predis, Cristoforo (1440/45-86) (attributed to); Biblioteca Estense, Modena, Italy; (add.info.: De Sphaera d Este; ); Italian

Taurus who is scratching a tree trunk, Wouter Johannes van Troostwijk, 1810

Taurus and other livestock and hyenas, Nicolaes de Bruyn, 1594

April, Jan van de Velde (II), Claes Jansz. Visscher (II), 1618

Village with activity on the water, april, Jan van de Velde (II), 1608 - 1618

Village view with activity on the water: april, Jan van de Velde (II), 1608 - 1618

April, Adriaen Collaert, Hans Bol, Hans van Luyck, 1578 - 1582

A Young Man Carrying a Leafy Branch, Zodiacal Sign of Taurus; Workshop of Willem Vrelant, Flemish, died 1481, active 1454 - 1481; Bruges, Belgium, Europe; early 1460s; Tempera colors, gold leaf

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Taurus, the celestial bull, is a constellation that has captivated stargazers for centuries. In the vast expanse of the night sky, Taurus stands out with its distinctive shape and mesmerizing cosmic wonders. One of these wonders is the Crab Nebula (M1), a remnant of a supernova explosion observed in 1054 AD. This composite image showcases its intricate details, revealing layers upon layers of interstellar gas and dust. From an Earthly perspective, we witness breathtaking views like the Earth view of Venus accompanied by the serene presence of our Moon. The Pleiades star cluster also graces our vision within Taurus' boundaries, illuminating the darkness with its sparkling beauty. Within this constellation lies Merope star and nebulosity, where stellar birth takes place amidst vibrant clouds of gas and dust. It serves as a reminder that even in seemingly desolate spaces, new life emerges. Artistic expressions have also paid homage to Taurus throughout history. A fresco from Villa Farnese in Caprarola depicts this zodiac sign among other constellations; it dates back to 1575 when astrology held great significance in people's lives. Similarly, artist Paul Limbourg captured Taurus during April between 1412-1416 - showcasing how ancient civilizations revered these celestial formations. Even advertisements have found inspiration in Taurus' allure. The Simplon-Orient Express advertises their luxurious train journey through an association with this magnificent constellation - symbolizing adventure under shimmering stars. Speaking of stars, gazing into southwest New Mexico's night sky reveals a panorama filled with celestial marvels: The Milky Way stretches across like a river of light while zodiacal light adds an ethereal glow to our surroundings. Taurus encompasses not only astronomical phenomena but also artistic interpretations and human connections throughout time. Its grandeur reminds us to look up at nightfall and appreciate the vastness of our universe, where beauty and mystery intertwine.