Parallax Collection

Astronomy Diagrams and instruments C017 / 3498
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of astronomy diagrams and instruments

Blunt / Planet / Parallax
A diagram showing the parallax of the planets

An illustration of parallax showing the apparent displacement of the finger when viewed with first one eye
5311240 An illustration of parallax showing the apparent displacement of the finger when viewed with first one eye and then the other, due to the different position from which it is observed

Parallax Diagram
An illustration showing how parallax allows astronomers to determine the distance of stars

Parallax. Diagram of planetary parallax showing the apparent difference in the position of a body when measured from two different positions on Earth. Used to measure the distance of a body

Astronomy Diagrams and instruments C017 / 3519
Plate from 18th century encyclopedia showing illustrations of astronomy diagrams and celestial and planetary globes

Orion viewed from Earth, artwork C017 / 0772
Orion viewed from Earth. Computer artwork showing the difference in the apparent position of the Orion constellation in the sky

Astronomy diagrams, 1823 C017 / 8060
Astronomy diagrams, 19th century. These relate to observing and describing the position of stars and other objects in the night sky. Across top are right, oblique and parallel spheres

Measuring stellar distances
Diagram showing how astronomers measure the distances to nearby stars using trigonometric parallax. When you hold your finger up in front of your face and close one eye and then the other

Friedrich Struve, German astronomer
Friedrich Georg Wilhelm von Struve (1793-1864), German-born Russian astronomer. Known in Russia as Vasily Struve, he published Micrometria Mensurae (1837), a major catalogue of double stars

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"Exploring the Depths of Space: Unveiling Parallax" In the vast realm of astronomy, parallax stands as a crucial concept that unveils the mysteries of celestial distances. Through intricate diagrams and advanced instruments like C017/3498, astronomers have unraveled the secrets hidden within this phenomenon. With its blunt yet profound implications, parallax allows us to comprehend our place in the cosmic tapestry. By observing planets and their movements through C017/3519 or studying planetary parallax with detailed diagrams, we witness an apparent difference in their positions - a testament to Earth's own motion around the Sun. Gazing upon Orion from our humble abode on Earth (artwork C017/0772), we are reminded of Friedrich Struve's groundbreaking work in measuring stellar distances. In his pursuit, he utilized 18th-century astronomical diagrams (C017/8060) to shed light on these enigmatic realms beyond our reach. Measuring stellar distances becomes more than just an endeavor; it is a gateway into understanding the vastness of space itself. Through meticulous calculations and observations using specialized instruments such as those depicted in Astronomy Diagrams and Instruments C017/3498, humanity has taken great strides towards comprehending our place amidst countless stars. As we delve deeper into this captivating field, we come face-to-face with mind-boggling dimensions that challenge our perception. Parallax serves as a guiding light for astronomers seeking to unravel cosmic puzzles while expanding human knowledge about distant galaxies and celestial bodies. So let us embrace parallax—a window into infinite wonders—allowing us to peer beyond what meets the eye and explore uncharted territories where science merges with imagination.