Taurus Collection (#8)

Taurus constellation, 1829 C016 / 4401
Taurus constellation. 19th-century map of stars and constellations from the celestial atlas Sozviezdiia Predstavlennyia na XXX Tablitsakh (1829) by Kornelius Reissig

St Marks Clock, Venice, Italy. This clock, seen after its restoration between 1998 and 2006, is on the Torre dell Orologio (clock tower) in the Piazza San Marco, Venice

ALLEGORY: APRIL, 1837. Wood engraving, American, 1837

ZODIAC: CANCER. Zodiacal symbol of Taurus, the bull

Taurus Poniatowski, Serpentarius, Scutum Sobiesky, and Serpens. Astronomical chart showing a man grappling with a serpent

ALLEGORY OF VENUS, 1496. Personification of Venus, planet of love, gaiety and music. Woodcut from Nicolas Le Rouges Le grant kalendrier et compost des bergieres, Troyes, France, 1496

Jersey Cow

Jersey Cow with ear tag and collar

Jersey Cow with ear tag

Starfield over trees

Perseus constellation. Optical image of the constellation Perseus (upper centre). North is at top. The very bright star at upper left is Capella (Alpha Aurigae)

Spectrum of Pleiades
Spectrum of the Pleiades. Visible light spectrum of stars in the Pleiades open cluster. The spectrum is created by allowing light exiting a telescope to pass though a prism

Artwork of the constellation of Taurus
Taurus. Computer artwork of the constellation of Taurus, the Bull, with a red line showing its shape in the sky. The grey areas are the star clouds of the Milky Way

Taurus. Artwork representing Taurus the Bull (21 April to 20 May), 2nd of the 12 star signs. Astrologers claim that the star sign (also called sun sign)

Hyades & Pleiades seen from Aldebaran system
Hyades and Pleiades. Artists impression of the Hyades (yellow V-shape) and Pleiades (white, centre right) star clusters seen from a planet orbiting Aldebaran (orange)

Simeis 147 supernova remnant, optical image. The glowing filaments of gas and dust are the remains of a supernova explosion, or explosive death of a large star

Crab nebula and Zeta Tauri star
Crab nebula (M1, upper right) and the star Zeta Tauri (lower left). The Crab nebula is a supernova remnant, expanding shells of gas cast off by a supernova, the explosive death of a massive star

Meteor fall. Artwork of a meteor falling through the night sky over a rocky landscape. Meteors are fragments of interplanetary debris that burn up as they fall through the Earths atmosphere

Dendera zodiac from the Temple of Hathor. The Temple of Hathor in Dendera, Egypt, was built during the reigns of the last Ptolemies and the Emperor Augustus (first century BC)

Crab nebula (M1). Composite x-ray, infrared and optical image of the Crab nebula, the remnant of a supernova. In the centre of the nebula is the remains of the stars core

Military Transport in Turkey WWI
Military transport in Turkey in the Taurus during World War I

Zodiac Tile / Taurus
Hand painted Illustration on an original glazed clay tile, possibly used as a floor tile, approx 25cm x 25cm

Kahramanmaras, Turkey
Formerly known as Marash, at the foot of the Taurus mountains, much fought over between Crusaders and Turks

Sultanje, Iraq
Sultanje (or Sultania) in northern Iraq, with the Taurus mountains in the background : but we have not yet been able to identify this town

Taurus constellation. Illustrated card from a 19th century astronomical teaching aid called Uranias Mirror, after the Greek muse of astronomy. There are 32 cards in total

Yak - Langtang National Park Himalayas, Nepal
MAB-809 Yak - Langtang National Park Himalayas, Nepal Bos taurus Mark Boulton Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Poniatowski Star Map
The Polish astronomer Poniatowski, with the Taurus the bull, shield and serpent constellation he discovered in the 18th century

Taurus (Rossum)
TAURUS the Bull 21 April - 20 May

Blunt / Taurus / Plate 39
The constellation of Taurus, the head, neck, shoulders and forelegs of a horned bull

Liebig Zebu
(bos taurus) Zebus are the common cattle of much of Asia, and used for transportation of many kinds, as here in India

Whittaker / Taurus
Including the sign of Taurus

Zodiac Charms Taurus
(sapphire)

Meunier Zodiac Taurus

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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.