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Blunt / Cygnus & Lyra / Pl32
The constellation of Cygnus - a flying swan - and Lyra - that of an ancient Greek lyre
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This image, sourced from Mary Evans Picture Library, transports us back in time to the mid-19th century and invites us to explore the wonders of the night sky as seen through the eyes of an ancient Greek observer. The photograph, titled "Blunt's Celestial Map or Star Chart of the Northern Hemisphere, showing the Constellations Cygnus and Lyra," was created in 1849 by the renowned British astronomer, F.R. Leighton Blunt. The celestial map, denoted as PL32, beautifully illustrates the constellations of Cygnus, the flying swan, and Lyra, the ancient Greek lyre. Cygnus, with its iconic shape of a swan spreading its wings, is one of the most recognizable constellations in the northern hemisphere. Lyra, on the other hand, is depicted as a lyre, an instrument of ancient Greek mythology, symbolizing the music of the spheres. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of astronomy and our ancient fascination with the stars. The intricate details of the constellations, meticulously drawn and accurately mapped, reflect the advances in astronomical knowledge during the 19th century. The image also serves as a reminder of the enduring connection between human culture and the natural phenomena that continue to inspire and captivate us. As we gaze at this photograph, we are transported back in time, imagining the awe and wonder that ancient Greek astronomers must have felt as they gazed up at the same night sky, observing the same constellations that continue to guide us through the cosmos.
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