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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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1839 Arctic Circle Eclipse Lunar Moon Orbit Path Shadow Solar Solar Eclipse Stipple Engraving Total Eclipse Historica Graphica Collection Lunar Eclipse
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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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