Fine Art Print : Eclipses de Soleil et de Lune (no. 5), pub. 1839. Creator: Auguste-Henri Dufour (1795-1865)
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Eclipses de Soleil et de Lune (no. 5), pub. 1839. Creator: Auguste-Henri Dufour (1795-1865)
Eclipses de Soleil et de Lune (no. 5), from Tableaux du Systeme Planetaire pub. Paris, 1839. Engraved by Auguste-Henri Dufour (1795-1865) French astronomer, after Sigismond Visconti
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Media ID 18095715
© Historica Graphica Collection / Heritage-Images
1839 Arctic Circle Eclipse Lunar Moon Orbit Path Shadow Solar Solar Eclipse Stipple Engraving Total Eclipse Historica Graphica Collection Lunar Eclipse
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into the captivating world of 19th-century celestial exploration with this exquisite Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse. Witness the mesmerizing dance of the Sun and Moon as depicted in Auguste-Henri Dufour's Eclipses de Soleil et de Lune (no. 5), published in 1839. This intricately detailed engraving, based on the work of Sigismond Visconti, showcases the solar and lunar eclipses in stunning detail, transporting you to a time when the mysteries of the universe were just being unlocked. A must-have for astronomy enthusiasts and art collectors alike, this Fine Art Print is a testament to the beauty and wonder of the cosmos.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Eclipses de Soleil et de Lune (no. 5)" takes us back to the year 1839, a time when scientific discoveries were unfolding at an unprecedented pace. Created by Auguste-Henri Dufour, a renowned French astronomer and engraver, this illustration is part of the historical graphica collection. The image showcases both solar and lunar eclipses in stunning detail. The artist's meticulous stipple engraving technique brings forth the intricate paths of shadow cast upon our celestial bodies during these rare astronomical events. The vibrant colors used in this print add an element of mystique to the scene. Dufour's work was inspired by Sigismond Visconti, another prominent figure in astronomy during that era. Together, they have beautifully captured the essence of eclipses within our planetary system. In this particular depiction, we witness a partial eclipse as it occurs near the Arctic Circle. The moon gracefully orbits around Earth while casting its shadow on our planet during a lunar eclipse. Simultaneously, we observe a total solar eclipse where the sun is obscured by Earth's shadow from North Pole vantage point. This print not only serves as an artistic masterpiece but also acts as a reminder of humanity's relentless pursuit for knowledge about our universe. It invites us to marvel at nature's wonders and reflect on how far we have come in understanding these celestial phenomena throughout history.
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