Astronomical Collection (page 17)

Scorpio, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue )
7340889 Scorpio, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue ) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall Plate 23)

Libra, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue )
7340888 Libra, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue ) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall Plate 22)

Virgo, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue )
7340887 Virgo, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue ) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall Plate 21)

Pegasus and Equuleus, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue)
7340882 Pegasus and Equuleus, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall Plate 15)

The right ascensions and declinations of the principal fixed stars in both hemisphears to year 1678, 1678 (engraving)
7340755 The right ascensions and declinations of the principal fixed stars in both hemisphears to year 1678, 1678 (engraving) by Halley, Edmond (17th century); National Maritime Museum, London

Phaeton alarm'd, 1808 (etching)
7340077 Phaeton alarm'd, 1808 (etching) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); 34.2x37.7 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Looking at the comet till you get a criek in the neck, 1811 (etching)
7340076 Looking at the comet till you get a criek in the neck, 1811 (etching) by Rowlandson, Thomas (1756-1827); 39.2x26.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Systeme de Copernic, 1761 (engraving)
7340112 Systeme de Copernic, 1761 (engraving) by Desnos, Louis-Charles (c.1725-c.1800); 55.2x39.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Taurus, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue )
7340884 Taurus, c.1825 (card, paper, tissue ) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); 20.3x14 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Sidney Hall Plate 17)

The Theory of the seasons and the signs of the zodiac, 1846-60 (engraving)
7340558 The Theory of the seasons and the signs of the zodiac, 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

The phases of the moon, 1846-60 (engraving)
7340556 The phases of the moon, 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Le Theatre du Monde, 1638-40 (engraving)
7340645 Le Theatre du Monde, 1638-40 (engraving) by Blaeu, Willem (1571-1638); 23.7x39.1 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving)
7340571 Solar system (backlit), 1846-60 (engraving) by Reynolds, James (fl.c.1846-60); 29.2x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Sagittarius and Corona Australis. Microscopium and Telescopium. c.1825 (card, paper, tissue)
7340083 Sagittarius and Corona Australis. Microscopium and Telescopium. c.1825 (card, paper, tissue) by Hall, Sydney (fl.1826); National Maritime Museum, London

Mrs. Bryan and her Children, 1797 (engraving)
7340002 Mrs. Bryan and her Children, 1797 (engraving) by Shelley, Samuel (1750-1808); 29x13 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), 17th century (oil painting)
7337904 Galileo Galilei (1564-1642), 17th century (oil painting) by Cochin, Nicolas (1610-86); 61x50.8 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

Flagmen of Lowestoft: Admiral Sir George Ayscue (active 1646-1671), 1665-66 (oil on canvas)
7337829 Flagmen of Lowestoft: Admiral Sir George Ayscue (active 1646-1671), 1665-66 (oil on canvas) by Lely, Peter (1618-80); 127x101.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London

A Solar Eclipse in Siam, c.1700 (watercolour)
8698472 A Solar Eclipse in Siam, c.1700 (watercolour) by French School, (18th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris, France; (add.info.: Science. Astronomy)

Alexis Bouvard, french astronomer, 1869 (engraving)
6426250 Alexis Bouvard, french astronomer, 1869 (engraving); Private Collection; (add.info.: Alexis Bouvard (1767-1843), french astronomer and professor, 1869 (engraving)); Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

ASTRONOMER who observes the sky, 1695 (engraving)
7272494 ASTRONOMER who observes the sky, 1695 (engraving); (add.info.: ASTRONOMER who observes the sky. Illustration draft from "Almanac of the dead man")

The Eagle constellation, 13th century (Miniature)
7293217 The Eagle constellation, 13th century (Miniature); Bibliotheque de L'Arsenal, Paris, France; (add.info.: Paranormal. The Eagle)

Jupiter planet, drawing by Warren de la Rue, 1877
7295226 Jupiter planet, drawing by Warren de la Rue, 1877; Private Collection; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

The comet of Donati, seen in Paris on october 4th, 1858, From the book "The sky" by A. Guillemin, Paris, 1877
7295222 The comet of Donati, seen in Paris on october 4th, 1858, From the book "The sky" by A. Guillemin, Paris, 1877; Private Collection; Photo ©Jaime Abecasis

Soviet Budenovka Winter Army Cap, 1920s-1930s (object)
7177609 Soviet Budenovka Winter Army Cap, 1920s-1930s (object); Private Collection; (add.info.: Famous style of Cap worn by the Red Army during the Russian Civil War and later); © Don Troiani

Nocturnal view of the Fori Imperiali (Imperial Forums) in Rome
3568816 Nocturnal view of the Fori Imperiali (Imperial Forums) in Rome; (add.info.: Fori Imperiali (Imperial Forums), Rome 1865 ca

The organs of the body and the planetary influences
5310125 The organs of the body and the planetary influences; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting the organs of the body and the planetary influences on them)

Diagram depicting Galileo's experiment to measure the force of a ball
5310105 Diagram depicting Galileo's experiment to measure the force of a ball; (add.info.: Diagram depicting Galileo's experiment to measure the force of a ball rolled down an inclined plane)

New (crescent) Moon marked the beginning of the month for the Mohammedans
5310090 New (crescent) Moon marked the beginning of the month for the Mohammedans; (add.info.: New (crescent) Moon marked the beginning of the month for the Mohammedans, as for many other peoples

Leon Foucault's silver-on-glass reflecting telescope
5310088 Leon Foucault's silver-on-glass reflecting telescope; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Leon Foucault's silver-on-glass reflecting telescope)

The bright comet of July 1299
5310233 The bright comet of July 1299; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting the bright comet of July 1299. Dated 15th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The projection of a partial solar Eclipse
5310216 The projection of a partial solar Eclipse; (add.info.: Woodblock engraving depicting the projection of a partial solar Eclipse through a small hole)

A 17th century map of the Moon
5312013 A 17th century map of the Moon; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a 17th century map of the Moon showing liberations. Dated 17th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Johannes Hevelius observation of the Crescent Moon
5312012 Johannes Hevelius observation of the Crescent Moon; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Johannes Hevelius observation of the Crescent Moon)

An engraving depicting the great equatorial telescope housed at the Royal Greenwich Observatory, 19th century
5311557 An engraving depicting the great equatorial telescope housed at the Royal Greenwich Observatory, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1881); Universal History Archive/UIG

A diagram of the Solar system, showing the orbits of some of the minor planets, 19th century
5311318 A diagram of the Solar system, showing the orbits of some of the minor planets, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1880); Universal History Archive/UIG

The constellation of Ursa Major
5307786 The constellation of Ursa Major.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the constellation of Ursa Major. Ursa Major is a constellation in the northern sky)

The constellation Leo Minor
5307752 The constellation Leo Minor.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the constellation Leo Minor. Leo Minor is a small and faint constellation in the northern celestial hemisphere)

The constellation Cancer
5307750 The constellation Cancer.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the constellation Cancer. Cancer is one of the constellations of the zodiac. Dated 18th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The constellation Pisces
5307742 The constellation Pisces.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the constellation Pisces. Pisces is one of the constellations of the zodiac. Dated 18th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

The constellations Scorpius and Libra
5307740 The constellations Scorpius and Libra.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the constellations Scorpius and Libra. Scorpius is one of the constellations of the zodiac)

Hevelius comet
5307507 Hevelius comet.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Hevelius comet in 1665. Discovered by Johannes Hevelius (1611-1687) an astronomer and mayor of Danzig

Halley's Comet
5307506 Halley's Comet.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Halley's Comet passing over Jerusalem in 66 AD. Discovered by Edmond Halley (1656-1742) an English astronomer, geophysicist

Title page of the Latin edition of Galileo Dialogo by Galileo Galilei
5307334 Title page of the Latin edition of Galileo Dialogo by Galileo Galilei.; (add.info.: Title page of the Latin edition of Galileo Dialogo (Dialogue Concerning the Two Chief World Systems)

The constellation of Bootes
5307766 The constellation of Bootes.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting constellation Bootes. The name comes from the Greek meaning herdsman or plowman')

Engraving depicting the arrangement of lenses in Johannes Kepler's telescope
UIG5426161 Engraving depicting the arrangement of lenses in Johannes Kepler's telescope. This had two double convex lenses and gave a wider field of view

Engraving depicting a Newtonian telescope a type of reflecting telescope invented by the British scientist Sir Isaac
UIG5426146 Engraving depicting a Newtonian telescope a type of reflecting telescope invented by the British scientist Sir Isaac Newton (1642Ð1727). Dated 19th Century; UIG

Engraving depicting an experiment involving an inclined plane used to demonstrate the action of gravity on a falling
UIG5425860 Engraving depicting an experiment involving an inclined plane used to demonstrate the action of gravity on a falling body. Dated 18th Century ©UIG/Leemage

Engraving titled The Old Astronomer depicting an astronomer on his deathbed saying goodbye to a young male
UIG5426055 Engraving titled The Old Astronomer depicting an astronomer on his deathbed saying goodbye to a young male. Dated 19th Century; UIG

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Astronomical wonders unfold before our eyes, revealing the vastness and beauty of the cosmos. From the iconic Pale Blue Dot captured by Voyager 1 to the mesmerizing Hubble Ultra Deep Field 2012 image, we are reminded of our place in this infinite expanse. The historic 1919 solar eclipse confirmed Einstein's theory of general relativity, forever altering our understanding of space-time. Gazing up at the night sky, we find solace in familiar constellations like The Plough asterism in Ursa Major and Orions belt, guiding us through the celestial tapestry. Joseph Wright's Orrery brings to life a mechanical representation of our solar system, reminding us of its intricate workings. The Hubble Ultra Deep Field galaxies captivate with their sheer number and diversity, showcasing countless cosmic marvels waiting to be explored. The Messier objects present a full set of celestial treasures for astronomers to uncover and study. Within Orion's nebula lies a stellar nursery where new stars are born amidst swirling gas clouds—a breathtaking sight that ignites curiosity about the origins of life itself. Earthrise photograph immortalizes humanity's first glimpse at our home from space—an artwork that evokes awe and unity among all who behold it. The Pillars of Creation stand tall within the Eagle Nebula—a testament to nature's ability to sculpt extraordinary formations over millions of years. Nebula Sh 2-106 reveals its vibrant colors through an exquisite HST image, captivating us with its ethereal beauty. As we continue exploring these astronomical wonders, let us embrace both humbleness and wonderment—knowing that there is still so much left undiscovered beyond what meets our eyes.