Historical artwork of the constellation of Taurus
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Historical artwork of the constellation of Taurus
Taurus. Coloured historical artwork of the constellation of Taurus. The constellation is depicted as a bull charging at the shield of Orion, below the Bull to his left. Taurus is the second sign of the Zodiac. The Sun is in Taurus between 20 April and 20 May. It is a conspicuous and important constellation, and has been depicted as a bull for many centuries. The bright star Aldebaran marks the lower of the Bulls eyes. The Suns path, the ecliptic, is the black and red line at centre. This artwork is based on a sky map by the Polish-German astronomer Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687), published posthumously in 1690
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Aldebaran Bull Constellation Cosmology Ecliptic Hevelius Sign Of Zodiac Star Star Map Stars Stellar Taurus Zodiac
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This print showcases a stunning historical artwork of the constellation of Taurus. In this colored depiction, Taurus is portrayed as a mighty bull charging at the shield of Orion, positioned just below the Bull to his left. Known as the second sign of the Zodiac, Taurus holds immense significance and has been symbolized as a bull for countless centuries. The focal point of this artwork lies in the bright star Aldebaran, which marks one of the Bull's eyes. The Sun's path, known as the ecliptic, is represented by a striking black and red line at the center. This exquisite piece is based on an original sky map created by Johannes Hevelius, an esteemed Polish-German astronomer from 17th century. With its fusion of science and artistry, this image beautifully captures various elements such as astronomy, cosmology, and stellar phenomena. It serves not only as an aesthetic masterpiece but also provides valuable insights into celestial navigation and astrological symbolism. Displayed against a backdrop that exudes both mystery and wonderment, this historical artwork invites viewers to delve into ancient tales woven around constellations like Taurus. A true testament to human fascination with stars and their stories throughout history!
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