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The Approaching Transit of Venus (engraving)
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The Approaching Transit of Venus (engraving)
1105319 The Approaching Transit of Venus (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Approaching Transit of Venus. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 26 April 1873.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22520538
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The Approaching Transit of Venus - A Celestial Dance Captured in Engraving
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. This engraving, created by an unknown English artist in the 19th century, transports us back to a time when scientific exploration and astronomical discoveries were at their peak. The image depicts the approaching transit of Venus, a rare celestial event that mesmerized astronomers and scientists across the globe. The print showcases various stations and paths where this extraordinary phenomenon was visible, spanning from North India to New Zealand, Kerguelen Island to Great Britain. It highlights how nations from different corners of the Earth united in their quest for knowledge about our solar system. As we gaze upon this intricate artwork, we are reminded of the significance of these transits for scientific understanding. The alignment between Venus and the Sun provided crucial data for astronomers studying planetary motion and refining calculations about our own planet's position in space. Notable locations mentioned within the engraving include Alexandria, Mauritius, Nertchinsk, Woahoo Island (now known as Oahu), Tchefoo (modern-day Yantai), Canterbury (New Zealand), Lord Lindsay's Observatory on Rodriguez Island - all contributing to a global effort in advancing astronomy. Through this print from Bridgeman Images' collection, we catch a glimpse into an era when science knew no borders or boundaries. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and determination to unravel the mysteries of our universe.
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