Comete Collection

Cometarium, a mechanical device designed to illustrate the motion of a comet about the Sun
FLO4593815 Cometarium, a mechanical device designed to illustrate the motion of a comet about the Sun. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J. Farey Jr

Comets with tails observed in the 17th century. Orbit of a comet 1, comet with tail 2
FLO4576380 Comets with tails observed in the 17th century. Orbit of a comet 1, comet with tail 2, and comet with tail observed by the astronomer Johannes Hevelius at Danzig in February

Cometarium by W. Jones, a mechanical device designed to illustrate the motion of a comet about the Sun
FLO4593844 Cometarium by W. Jones, a mechanical device designed to illustrate the motion of a comet about the Sun. Copperplate engraving by Wilson Lowry after a drawing by J

The end of the world, 1905 (illustration)
8600331 The end of the world, 1905 (illustration) by Flammarion, Camille (1842-1925); (add.info.: Illustrated article by Camille Flammarion on the end of the world in the first issue of the magazine)

1680 Comete
2531453 1680 Comete by German School, (17th century); (add.info.: Science. Astronomy. Great Comet of 1680 (Kirchs Comet, Newtons Comet) observed in Nuremberg

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Comete; Comet; Komet (engraving)
7195464 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Comete; Comet; Komet (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comete; Comet; Komet)

SYSTEME SOLAIRE (no. 1), from Tableaux du Systeme Planetaire, pub
2655279 SYSToME SOLAIRE (no. 1), from Tableaux du Systeme Planetaire, pub. Paris, 1839 (stipple engraving) by Visconti, Sigismond (fl.1839) (after); 51x49 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Comete a six queues, 1744 (engraving)
3645395 Comete a six queues, 1744 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Comete a six queues, 1744. Illustration for Le Magasin Pittoresque (1866)

The Crisis in Siam (litho)
1062776 The Crisis in Siam (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Crisis in Siam. Illustration for The Graphic)

The Franco-Siamese Frontier Dispute, the French forcing the Menam (engraving)
1062879 The Franco-Siamese Frontier Dispute, the French forcing the Menam (engraving) by Nash, Joseph (d.1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Franco-Siamese Frontier Dispute)

SYSTEME SOLAIRE (no. 1), pub. Paris, 1839. Creator: Auguste-Henri Dufour (1795-1865)
SYSTE ME SOLAIRE (no. 1), from Tableaux du Systeme Planetaire pub. Paris, 1839. Engraved by Auguste-Henri Dufour (1795-1865) French astronomer, after Sigismond Visconti

The Romance of Caravanning
Scenes within Baron de Sennevoys caravan, a veritable palace on wheels. The baron had just returned from a three month journey in Normandy covering over 700 miles

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"Comete: A Celestial Phenomenon Captivating the Imagination" The year was 1680 when Comete, a magnificent celestial visitor, graced the night sky. Its radiant presence inspired awe and wonder among stargazers worldwide. Le Vocabulaire Illustre captured its ethereal beauty in intricate engravings, showcasing its captivating journey through space. Intriguingly, Comete had six mesmerizing tails, as depicted in a remarkable engraving from 1744. This extraordinary spectacle left spectators spellbound and fueled their curiosity about the mysteries of the universe. Beyond astronomy's realm, Comete found itself entwined with historical events. In lithographs like "The Crisis in Siam, " it symbolized an era of conflict and change. The Franco-Siamese Frontier Dispute further immortalized this connection between comets and significant geopolitical moments. Auguste-Henri Dufour's masterpiece "SYSTEME SOLAIRE (no. 1)" transported readers to Paris in 1839, where they marveled at his artistic rendition of our solar system's wonders. Meanwhile, an enchanting French Alphabet Book from 1814 featured illustrations that celebrated Comete's allure alongside other cultural icons. Even popular culture couldn't resist incorporating Comete into its narratives. In "The New World, " a comette sacrificed its hair—an emblematic gesture reflecting Parisian life during that time period. News reports buzzed with excitement surrounding this celestial wanderer too. Parisians took precautions to avoid being roasted by the comet's fiery tail while speculating on potential catastrophes predicted for June 13th—a date etched into public consciousness due to Mr. June’s prophecies. Notably, Mr. Babinet received a forewarning about the comet visit right at his doorstep—highlighting how deeply ingrained comets were within society’s collective psyche. Comete transcended mere astronomical significance, becoming a symbol of humanity's eternal fascination with the cosmos.