Solar Astronomy Collection

Carringtons flare. Diagram of the solar flare and associated sunspot group observed by Richard Carrington on 1st September 1859

Solar corona and prominences 1860 (1870)
Solar corona and prominences 1860. Observations made by the English astronomer Warren de la Rue ( 1815-1889) at Rivabellosa in Spain during the total solar eclipse, 18 July 1860

Christopher Scheiners illustration of his idea of the surface of the sun, 1635. German astronomer and mathematician Scheiner (1573-1650)

Medal commemorating Pierre Janssen and Norman Lockyer, French and English astronomers, 1868
Medal commemorating Pierre Janssen and Joseph Norman Lockyer, French and English astronomers, 1868. In 1868, working independently of each other on spectroscopic studies of solar prominences

Pierre Janssen and Joseph Norman Lockyer, French and English astronomers, 1868. Pierre Jules Cesar Janssen (1824-1907), left, and Joseph Norman Lockyer (1836-1920)

The solar spectrum, 1814. Joseph von Fraunhofers (1787-1826) drawing of the lines of the solar spectrum, and above it a curve showing the intensity of sunlight in different parts of the spectrum

Joseph von Fraunhofer, German physicist, c1895. Fraunhofer (1787-1826) founded an optical institute at Munich in 1807. His improvements to prisms

Solar flare. This was one of the most spectacular solar flares ever recorded, spanning more than 588, 000 km across the solar surface

Half-title of Rosa Ursina, by Christopher Scheiner, 1630. German astronomer and mathematician Scheiner (1573-1650) used telescopes invented by Galileo to make over 2000 observations of the Sun

Solar eruption. Solar flares, or prominences, are massive eruptions of ionized hydrogen gas, often larger than the Earth, which arch away from the surface of the Sun

X-ray image of a solar flare. Solar flares, or prominences, are massive eruptions of ionized hydrogen gas, often larger than the Earth, which arch away from the surface of the Sun

Sunspots and solar prominences, 1973. Image from Skylabs solar telescope. Sunspots are relatively cool areas on the Suns surface, the photosphere

Solar eclipse observers, 1907 C016 / 4594
Solar eclipse observers, 1907. These telescopes are being used in the study of the total solar eclipse of 14 January 1907 (Gregorian calendar)

Artists impression of Yohkoh satellite
Yohkoh solar X-ray astronomy satellite. Artists impression of the US/Japanese Yohkoh ( Sunbeam ) solar X-ray astronomy satellite in its orbital configuration

Solar flare, 1 August 2010, SDO image
Solar flare, 1 August 2010, ultraviolet SDO image. This massive solar flare (white area, upper left) impacted the Earth on 3 August 2010

Secchis sunspot observation, 1873
The surface of the Sun, a Sunspot, observed in 1873 by Astronomer Secci. When observing the Sun with appropiate filtration, the most immediatly visible features are usually its sunspots

Langleys sunspot observation, 1873
The surface of the Sun, a Sunspot, observed on December 24, 1973. When observing the Sun with appropiate filtration, the most immediatly visible features are usually its sunspots

Solar flare, artwork
Solar flare. Computer artwork of a large solar flare (orange lines) directed towards the Earth. A solar flare is an explosion in the Suns atmosphere that causes a large increase in levels of

TRACE observatory over Earth, computer artwork. TRACE (Transition Region and Coronal Explorer) is a space observatory launched in 1998 to study the Sun at ultraviolet wavelengths

TRACE observatory, artwork
TRACE observatory, computer artwork. TRACE (Transition Region and Coronal Explorer) is a space observatory launched in 1998 to study the Sun at ultraviolet wavelengths

TRACE observatory and the Sun, artwork
Solar coronal loops. Computer artwork based on the ultraviolet TRACE image of the Sun, showing coronal loops following a solar flare event observed in November 2000

TRACE observatory and solar coronal loops
Solar coronal loops. Computer artwork based on the ultraviolet TRACE image of the Sun, showing coronal loops following a solar flare event observed in November 2000

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"Solar Astronomy: Unveiling the Secrets of Our Sun's Spectacular Phenomena" From Carrington's flare to the mesmerizing solar corona and prominences observed in 1860, it has captivated scientists for centuries. Back in 1635, Christopher Scheiner illustrated his groundbreaking idea of the sun's surface, paving the way for further exploration. A medal commemorating Pierre Janssen and Norman Lockyer, French and English astronomers respectively, symbolizes their significant contributions to this field in 1868. The study of our closest star continued to evolve with advancements such as understanding the solar spectrum in 1814 and Joseph von Fraunhofer's pioneering work as a German physicist around c1895. Solar flares became a subject of fascination due to their intense energy release, leaving researchers awestruck by these explosive events. Rosa Ursina by Christopher Scheiner published in 1630 sheds light on half-title illustrations that showcased early attempts at comprehending the intricacies of our sun. Solar eruptions caught on camera revealed stunning X-ray images of solar flares that left us marveling at their beauty while also reminding us of their potential impact on Earth. In more recent times like 1973, detailed observations unveiled sunspots and solar prominences - providing valuable insights into our star's behavior. As we continue exploring this celestial body through innovative technologies and scientific breakthroughs, solar astronomy remains an ever-evolving discipline that holds endless wonders waiting to be discovered.