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"Exploring the Vastness: A Glimpse into the Mysteries of the Universe" In 2012, through the lens of Hubble Ultra Deep Field

Background imageUniverse Collection: Atlas coelestis, 1753 (print)

Atlas coelestis, 1753 (print)
7340754 Atlas coelestis, 1753 (print) by Thornhill, James (1675-1734) (after); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: John Flamsteed Constellation of Cetus (the whale)

Background imageUniverse Collection: The right ascensions and declinations of the principal fixed stars in both hemisphears to year

The right ascensions and declinations of the principal fixed stars in both hemisphears to year 1678, 1678 (engraving)
7340755 The right ascensions and declinations of the principal fixed stars in both hemisphears to year 1678, 1678 (engraving) by Halley, Edmond (17th century); National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageUniverse Collection: Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving)

Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving)
7340571 Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageUniverse Collection: To the Moon and Back

To the Moon and Back
Merel Takken

Background imageUniverse Collection: Sky Rocket High

Sky Rocket High
Merel Takken

Background imageUniverse Collection: Starry Starry Night

Starry Starry Night
Merel Takken

Background imageUniverse Collection: Rocket Love

Rocket Love
Merel Takken

Background imageUniverse Collection: Astronomical glass plate slide of Owl Nebula in Ursa Major (1910), 1910 (glass negative)

Astronomical glass plate slide of Owl Nebula in Ursa Major (1910), 1910 (glass negative)
7342376 Astronomical glass plate slide of Owl Nebula in Ursa Major (1910), 1910 (glass negative) by Unknown photographer, (20th century); National Maritime Museum, London

Background imageUniverse Collection: CELLARIUS, Andreas (1596-1665). Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica. 1661

CELLARIUS, Andreas (1596-1665). Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica. 1661. BRAHE, Tycho (1546-1601)
CUL4875768 CELLARIUS, Andreas (1596-1665). Atlas Coelestis seu Harmonia Macrocosmica. 1661. BRAHE, Tycho (1546-1601). Danish astronomer

Background imageUniverse Collection: An early Hindu system of the universe

An early Hindu system of the universe
3732380 An early Hindu system of the universe; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an early Hindu system of the universe. The abode of the Gods, Meru, is in the centre of the lotus flower)

Background imageUniverse Collection: Man the microcosm, and the universe the macrocosm

Man the microcosm, and the universe the macrocosm
3740682 Man the microcosm, and the universe the macrocosm; (add.info.: Man the microcosm, and the universe the macrocosm by Gregor Reisch (1467-1525) a German Carthusian humanist writer

Background imageUniverse Collection: Astronomical glass plate slide of Annular Nebular in Lyra (glass negative)

Astronomical glass plate slide of Annular Nebular in Lyra (glass negative)
7342378 Astronomical glass plate slide of Annular Nebular in Lyra (glass negative) by Plaskett, John Stanley (1865-1941); National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: J.S)

Background imageUniverse Collection: Woodblock engraving depicting Arab astronomers

Woodblock engraving depicting Arab astronomers
5309365 Woodblock engraving depicting Arab astronomers; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting Arab astronomers. One holds an armillary sphere showing a geocentric universe)

Background imageUniverse Collection: Engraving depicting elemental chaos, showing the fight between the qualities hot and cold

Engraving depicting elemental chaos, showing the fight between the qualities hot and cold, wet and dry
5309337 Engraving depicting elemental chaos, showing the fight between the qualities hot and cold, wet and dry; (add.info.: Engraving depicting elemental chaos)

Background imageUniverse Collection: Badwater_Saltflats_Milkyway_pano

Badwater_Saltflats_Milkyway_pano
Abhijit Patil

Background imageUniverse Collection: Cosmos A

Cosmos A
Julie Olivi

Background imageUniverse Collection: Cosmos B

Cosmos B
Julie Olivi

Background imageUniverse Collection: Cosmos C

Cosmos C
Julie Olivi

Background imageUniverse Collection: Eclipse

Eclipse
Julie Olivi

Background imageUniverse Collection: Car under the Milkyway galaxy

Car under the Milkyway galaxy
Saad Shawki Ibrahim

Background imageUniverse Collection: Winter is coming

Winter is coming
Vikas Chander

Background imageUniverse Collection: Basgo

Basgo
Vikas Chander

Background imageUniverse Collection: Milestone

Milestone
HARLOCK

Background imageUniverse Collection: Parallel World

Parallel World
HARLOCK

Background imageUniverse Collection: 照片与地球

照片与地球
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Background imageUniverse Collection: Rosette

Rosette
Vikas Chander

Background imageUniverse Collection: Stardust

Stardust
Yuan Cui

Background imageUniverse Collection: Night Phenomenon

Night Phenomenon
Chiranjib Chakraborty

Background imageUniverse Collection: Sculptor Galaxy

Sculptor Galaxy
Vikas Chander

Background imageUniverse Collection: Way to Milky way

Way to Milky way
David Ilkovic

Background imageUniverse Collection: Blue Eyes and a smile - NGC 6726

Blue Eyes and a smile - NGC 6726
Vikas Chander

Background imageUniverse Collection: Gobi Desert Night

Gobi Desert Night
Irene Wu

Background imageUniverse Collection: Carina Nebula

Carina Nebula
TaranSohal

Background imageUniverse Collection: Milky Way over Mountains

Milky Way over Mountains
Carlos F. Turienzo

Background imageUniverse Collection: Restless Night

Restless Night
Ling Zhang

Background imageUniverse Collection: Moon In Dreamland

Moon In Dreamland
Treechild

Background imageUniverse Collection: Above the stars I met you

Above the stars I met you
Julija Belickienė

Background imageUniverse Collection: Galactic Kiss

Galactic Kiss
Mystic Number

Background imageUniverse Collection: Orion nebula M42

Orion nebula M42
James Zhen Yu

Background imageUniverse Collection: MOON

MOON
Julija Belickienė

Background imageUniverse Collection: Lunar Cradle

Lunar Cradle
Mystic Number

Background imageUniverse Collection: Full Moon Over Ocean

Full Moon Over Ocean
Ruth Day

Background imageUniverse Collection: Flamingo nr. 2

Flamingo nr. 2
Baard Martinussen

Background imageUniverse Collection: Great Carina Nebula

Great Carina Nebula
James Zhen Yu

Background imageUniverse Collection: It's Not Too Late ||

It's Not Too Late ||
Hadi Malijani

Background imageUniverse Collection: Valhalla

Valhalla
David Martin Castan

Background imageUniverse Collection: Space Pattern

Space Pattern
Treechild

Background imageUniverse Collection: The World Of Kenneth McKellar

The World Of Kenneth McKellar
Famous When Dead




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"Exploring the Vastness: A Glimpse into the Mysteries of the Universe" In 2012, through the lens of Hubble Ultra Deep Field, we witnessed a breathtaking sight - galaxies scattered across space like celestial jewels. This image reminded us of our infinitesimal existence in this vast cosmic expanse. Just as Baphomet by Eliphas Levi symbolizes equilibrium of opposites, so does the universe itself, and is a delicate balance between chaos and order, darkness and light, creation and destruction. The Flammarion engraving titled "The edge of the firmament" takes us on a journey beyond our atmosphere. It reminds us that there is more to explore and discover beyond what meets our eyes. As we delve deeper into space, we encounter Nebula Sh 2-106 captured beautifully by HST. Its vibrant colors remind us of the immense beauty hidden within these interstellar clouds. But amidst all these wonders lies Yggdrasil, the Tree of Life from Norse mythology. Just like its branches connect different realms, it represents how everything in this universe is interconnected - from galaxies to nebulae to human beings. MAP microwave background reveals remnants from an ancient era - echoes from when our universe was born. It serves as evidence for Big Bang theory and helps scientists understand how our cosmos evolved over billions of years. Messier objects offer a full set for stargazers to observe and admire. These celestial treasures hold secrets waiting to be unraveled by curious minds seeking answers about their origins and purpose. Celestial mechanics depicted in medieval artwork demonstrate humanity's fascination with understanding heavenly motions long before modern science emerged. They remind us that curiosity has always been ingrained within us as we seek knowledge about our place in this grand design. And let's not forget about Cosmic Microwave Background - faint radiation permeating throughout space since time immemorial. Its discovery revolutionized cosmology by providing insights into the early stages of our universe.