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Noctua, Corvus, Crater, Sextans Uraniae, Hydra, Felis, Lupus, Centaurus, Antilia Pnuematica, Argo Navis and Pysix Nautica, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue)
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Noctua, Corvus, Crater, Sextans Uraniae, Hydra, Felis, Lupus, Centaurus, Antilia Pnuematica, Argo Navis and Pysix Nautica, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue)
7339262 Noctua, Corvus, Crater, Sextans Uraniae, Hydra, Felis, Lupus, Centaurus, Antilia Pnuematica, Argo Navis and Pysix Nautica, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 112.9x58.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall
Plate 32. 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
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This stunning print captures the intricate beauty of Noctua, Corvus, Crater, Sextans Uraniae, Hydra, Felis, Lupus, Centaurus, Antilia Pnuematica, Argo Navis and Pysix Nautica from around 1825. Created by Sidney Hall as part of a set of thirty-two constellation cards known as 'Urania's Mirror', this piece showcases the celestial wonders in exquisite detail.
Each card in the set was designed with precision and care to depict the stars and constellations that adorn our night sky. The chart of the heavens for the latitude of London adds a touch of realism to these mythical figures. The box containing these cards features Urania herself - the personification of Astronomy - further emphasizing their educational value.
During the 18th and early 19th centuries, items like these were not only decorative but also served as tools for learning about astronomy within domestic settings. Paired with Aspin's 'Familiar Treatise on Astronomy', this set would have provided hours of entertainment and enlightenment for those curious about the mysteries above.
As we gaze upon this print today, we are reminded of our place in the vast universe and inspired by the artistry and knowledge that went into creating such a masterpiece. It is a testament to human curiosity and creativity that continues to captivate us centuries later.
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