Flamsteed Collection

JOHN FLAMSTEED, c. 1700. Royal astronomer John Flamsteed, his one paid assistant, and friend, Marsh, in the old observing room at the Greenwich Observatory, England. English color engraving, c. 1700

Constellations of Perseus carrying the head of Medusa, Andromeda chained to a rock, and the Triangle, 1775 (engraving)
542189 Constellations of Perseus carrying the head of Medusa, Andromeda chained to a rock, and the Triangle, 1775 (engraving); (add.info.: From JJ Fortin Atlas Coelestis de Flamsteed Paris 1775)

Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory
541715 Flamsteed House in Greenwich Park, London, designed by Christopher Wren on the orders of Charles II as an Observatory

New Lodge or White Lodge, Richmond Park, seat of Henry Addington, 1st Viscount Sidmouth. Hunting lodge designed by the Earl of Pembroke for King George I

Virgo - Virgin, Angel

Taurus - Bull

Sheep

Cassiopia, Cephee, Reene, Little Bear, Dragon

Giraffe, Cocher

Lyre, Cygne (Swan), Lizard, Fox

Les Poissons (Fishes)

Gemini

Capricorn, Le Versean (Water Carrier)

La Balance (Scales), Scorpion

Pegasus, Little Horse, Dolphin

Lynx, Little Lion

Andromeda, Perseus, Triangle

Great Bear

Orion, Eridan, Hare

Boots, Hounds and Hair

Hydra and Sextant

Hercules and Crown

Lion - Leo

Eagle Antonious, Arrow, Fox, Dolphin

Sagattarius

Unicorn and Dog

La Baleine

La Serpentaire

The Royal Observatory or Flamsteed House, Greenwich Park. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren and Robert Hooke. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after an illustration by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd

Flamstead, (1646-1719), 1830. Creator: Unknown
Flamstead, (1646-1719), 1830. John Flamsteed (1646-1719) English astronomer educated at Jesus College, Cambridge, who made the first recorded observations of Uranus

Flamsteed House (From Hollars Long View), (c1878). Creator: Unknown
Flamsteed House (From Hollars Long View), (c1878). The Royal Observatory at Greenwich (now part of south London). The building, completed in 1676, was known as Flamsteed House after John Flamsteed

Constellations of Hercules, Corona and Lyra, 1729. Plate 21 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Ophiucus, 1729. Plate 22 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Libra, 1729. Plate 7 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Aquarius, 1729. Plate 9 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Taurus, 1729. Plate 2 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Pegasus, 1729. Plate 25 From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellations of Gemini and Canis Minor, 1729. From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellations of Monoceros, Canis Major and Canis Minor, 1729. Plate 13 From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellation of Cetus (the Whale), 1729
Constellation of Cetus (the whale), 1729. From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Constellations of Perseus and Andromeda, 1729. From Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed (1646-1710), the first Astronomer Royal

Greenwich Royal Observatory, Greenwich Park, London. The observatory was built by Christopher Wren (1632-1723) on the orders of Charles II with the aim of providing accurate navigation tables

The Royal Observatory, Greenwich, London. Flamsteed House, the Royal Greenwich Observatory, was built by Christopher Wren (1632-1723)

Greenwich Observatory, London, 1911-1912. Artist: Reinhold Thiele
Greenwich Observatory, London, 1911-1912. The Royal Observatory in Greenwich (formerly the Royal Greenwich Observatory or RGO) was commissioned in 1675 by King Charles II

The old observing-room, Greenwich, late 17th century (1893). The Royal Observatory at Greenwich was founded in 1675 by King Charles II, with John Flamsteed appointed as the first Astronomer Royal

The Observatory at Greenwich, 1836. Flamsteed House, the Royal Greenwich Observatory, was built by Christopher Wren (1632-1723)

The Royal Greenwich Observatory, Flamsteed House, Greenwich Park, London, c1820. The observatory was built by Christopher Wren (1632-1723)

Frontispiece of A New System of Mathematicks by Jonas Moore, 1681. This book, intended for the mathematical school at Christs Hospital

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"Exploring the Celestial Realm: John Flamsteed and his Observations" Step into the old observing room at Greenwich Observatory, England, circa 1700, where renowned astronomer John Flamsteed dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of the cosmos. With only one paid assistant and dear friend Marsh by his side, Flamsteed embarked on a celestial journey like no other. In this captivating English color engraving, we witness Flamsteed's unwavering dedication as he gazes through his telescope towards Virgo - the Virgin. Guided by heavenly constellations such as Taurus - the Bull and Cassiopia, Cephee, Reene - forming intricate patterns in the night sky. As our eyes wander across this cosmic tapestry, we encounter unexpected wonders like Little Bear and Dragon dancing among Giraffe and Cocher. The Lyre's melodious notes resonate alongside Cygne (Swan), Lizard scuttling gracefully while Fox stealthily prowls. The ethereal Les Poissons (Fishes) swim amidst Capricorn and Le Versean (Water Carrier), reminding us of nature's delicate balance reflected in La Balance (Scales) contrasting with Scorpion's enigmatic presence. Pegasus soars effortlessly above Perseus' brave stance while Dolphin leaps joyfully through starlit waves. Amongst these celestial marvels lies Lynx silently observing from afar beside Little Lion's majestic roar. Andromeda captivates our gaze alongside Perseus within their triangular embrace – an eternal bond forged in stardust. John Flamsteed's legacy lives on through these constellations that bear witness to his tireless pursuit of knowledge. His observations continue to inspire generations to look up at night skies filled with wonderment – encouraging us all to seek answers beyond what meets the eye.