Eclipsing Collection (page 2)

Global warming sun shield, artwork
Global warming sun shield. Artwork showing an orbiting shield being used to reduce the amount of sunlight reaching the Earth

Global warming sun shields, artwork
Global warming sun shields. Artwork showing orbiting shields being used to reduce the amount of sunlight reaching the Earth

Total lunar eclipse of 1877
A total lunar eclipse on Feb. 27. 1877 in the Wintter Alps in Austria. The Moon moved into the Earth shadow creating a 3D-effect often observed during Lunar Eclipses, in brown, yellow, orange

Total solar eclipse of 1842
A Solar Eclipse in Austria on July 8th, 1842 which became well known by the description of writer Adalbert Stifter emotinal. The illustration was published in a Star Atlas in 1882

Eclipse over an alien planet, artwork. The planets moon (upper right) is passing in front of (eclipsing) the planets parent star

Lunar occultation of Venus. The crescent Moon (larger crescent) is about to pass in front of the planet Venus (smaller crescent, below and left of the Moon), an event known as an occultation

Annular solar eclipse. Montage image of the sun (white) during an annular solar eclipse, showing the varying position of the moon (black) as it passes in front of the sun and out again

Annular solar eclipse. Montage image of the sun (white) during an annular solar eclipse, showing the varying position of the moon (black) as it passes in front of the sun and out again

Total solar eclipse at totality
Total solar eclipse. Digitally enhanced composite of 22 images of the total solar eclipse of 11 August 1999. The solar corona (white) has been enhanced, highlighting outlying waves and filaments

Solar eclipse. Montage image of the sun (white) during a solar eclipse. The black shapes show the varying position of the moon at it passed in front of the sun, from top left to bottom right

Total solar eclipse. Image of the sun during a total solar eclipse on 29th March 2006. The black lines show the varying position of the moon at it passed in front of the sun

Total solar eclipse, artwork
Total solar eclipse. Computer artwork of the stages before and after a total solar eclipse (centre). The outer corona (white) is seen here

Watching solar eclipse. Young boy using special protective viewing glasses to observe a solar eclipse (upper right). They are designed to block most of the light from the Sun

Total solar eclipse, artwork
Total solar eclipse. Computer artwork of the outer corona of the Sun, seen during a total solar eclipse. The corona is the cloud of low-density plasma (hot ions) that surrounds the Sun

Moon in transit across Sun. Image 2 of 3. Transit of the Moon across the Sun, as seen from the Stereo-B spacecraft. This event was not visible from Earth

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"Eclipsing: A Celestial Dance of Shadows and Light" In the vast expanse of our universe, eclipses have captivated humanity for centuries. One such momentous event occurred on May 29, 1919 when a solar eclipse unveiled the secrets of our cosmos. As the moon gracefully passed in front of the sun, astronomers observed a phenomenon that confirmed Einstein's theory of general relativity. But eclipses are not limited to Earth alone; even Jupiter with its majestic moons experiences this celestial spectacle. The gas giant's moons cast their shadows upon its colossal surface, creating an ethereal dance amidst the swirling storms. Throughout history, countless artists have been inspired by these cosmic occurrences. An annular solar eclipse depicted in artwork showcases nature's breathtaking beauty as sunlight peeks through like a golden ring adorning the darkened sky. Meanwhile, another masterpiece captures the awe-inspiring moment of a total solar eclipse from March 29th, 2006 - where day turned into night and stars briefly emerged from their hiding places. Traveling back further in time to 1860 brings us to yet another extraordinary total solar eclipse that left observers spellbound. People marveled at how darkness engulfed them while witnessing this rare astronomical event unfold before their very eyes. Not all eclipses are total; some offer glimpses into celestial wonders during partial phases. In January 2011, stargazers were treated to a mesmerizing sight as a partial solar eclipse painted streaks across the sky – reminding us once again of our place within this grand cosmic ballet. The allure doesn't end there; each new occurrence holds its own magic and mystery. From an enchanting solar eclipse on April 17th, 1912 to captivating artwork depicting an exoplanet delicately eclipsing its star – we continue to be humbled by these celestial phenomena that remind us just how small we truly are.