Sunspot Collection

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

Remarkable faculae and spots seen on the Sun on the 19th and 20th of July, 1860. Creator: Unknown
Remarkable faculae and spots seen on the Sun on the 19th and 20th of July, 1860. In your Number of August 25, in describing the phenomena visible at the period of the total eclipse in Spain

Sunspots in the Forest, 1893 (oil on canvas)
695253 Sunspots in the Forest, 1893 (oil on canvas) by Skredsvig, Christian Eriksen (1854-1924); 68x100 cm; Private Collection; Photo © O. Vaering

Even as a shadow of its former self, the Corporation Pier is still a popular sun-spot for Hull shoppers who have a few moments to spare

Glaucous scorpion-vetch Coronilla valentina subsp. glauca
Glaucous scorpion-vetch, Coronilla valentina subsp. glauca. Small cluster of bright yellow pea-like flowers, background in soft focus

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

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

George Ellery Hale (1868-1938), American astronomer, observing sunspots, 1907. Hale was director of Yerkes (1895-1905) and Mount Wilson (1904-23) Observatories

Galileos observation of sunspots, 1613. Artist: Galileo Galilei
Galileos observation of sunspots. From Galileo Galilei Istoria!, Rome, 1613. Engraving

Solar system planets and Sun, artwork. The Sun is at right. The four rocky planets of the inner solar system are at upper right, from right: Mercury, Venus, Mars, and Earth

Curtains of colored northern lights (aurora borealis) dance in the night sky over the arctic tundra on the coastal plain of ANWR at midnight on September 15, 2008

Partial eclipse of the Sun as seen from Jasper, Alberta, Canada
October 23, 2014 - The partial eclipse of the Sun as seen from Jasper, Alberta, Canada. The big sunspot on the Sun that day is just disappearing behind the moonas limb

Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights observed from northern Norway, 10 October 1868. This luminous atmospheric electrical phenomenon is most spectacular at time of sunspot maximum

Sunspot with streamers of super-hot, electrically charged gas (plasma) arc from the surface of the Sun, revealing the structure of the solar magnetic field. Credit NASA

Sunspot, artwork C017 / 7364
Sunspot. Computer artwork of a section of the Suns surface, showing a sunspot (dark, centre-left). Sunspots are temporary dark areas that appear on the photosphere (outer surface) of the Sun

Solar structure, artwork C017 / 7363
Solar structure. Cutaway computer artwork showing the structure of the Sun. At the Suns core (centre) hydrogen atoms undergo nuclear fusion

Sunspot observation, 1861. Titled A Bit of the Sun, this photograph is by the British astronomer and chemist Warren De La Rue (1815-1899)

Observations of the Sun, 1870. Series of photographs of the Sun made in March and April 1870 by US astronomer Lewis Morris Rutherfurd (1816-1892)

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of the Sun: A Journey through Time and Space" In 1859, a monumental event occurred in our solar system. Known as Carrington's flare, this powerful solar eruption captivated astronomers and ignited their curiosity about sunspots. These enigmatic phenomena have long fascinated scientists, artists, and observers alike. One such artist was Albert Bierstadt, who captured the ethereal beauty of "Sunspots in the Forest" on canvas in 1893. His painting depicts rays of sunlight piercing through dense foliage onto glaucous scorpion-vetch flowers below – a mesmerizing blend of nature's wonders. Centuries before Bierstadt's masterpiece, Christopher Scheiner presented his groundbreaking illustration of the sun's surface in 1635. This visionary work laid the foundation for understanding sunspots' intricate patterns and dynamics showcased further in his renowned publication "Rosa Ursina. " Galileo Galilei also made significant contributions to our knowledge of sunspots during his observations in 1613. The artist within him beautifully depicted these celestial features that forever changed our perception of our closest star. Fast forward to modern times when advanced technology allows us to witness breathtaking images like an X-ray image capturing a solar flare or stunning photographs showcasing both sunspots and solar prominences from 1973. Even today, George Ellery Hale's dedication to studying these captivating phenomena remains unparalleled. In a photograph taken in 1907, we see him intently observing sunspots with unwavering passion – a testament to humanity's ceaseless quest for knowledge. Beyond scientific fascination lies another awe-inspiring spectacle - curtains of colored northern lights dancing across the night sky over Corporation Pier. Even as it stands as a shadow of its former self, this iconic location still serves as a popular gathering spot for those seeking solace under nature’s radiant light show.