Sphere Collection (page 3)

Ceres, artwork
Ceres. Computer artwork, based on Hubble Space Telescope (HST) images, of the dwarf planet Ceres (1 Ceres) with the Sun in the distance. Ceres has a diameter of 950 kilometres

Lunar map of 1854. This map of the Moons surface was published in Germany, and the title across top in in German. The Moon is orientated with celestial North at bottom

Soap bubbles merging

Quantum computing. Conceptual computer artwork of electronic circuitry contained on spheres, representing parallel processing in a quantum computer

Winter painted by Pauline Baynes
A boy and girl in the Victorian era pictured skating on a frozen pond. In the background is a fine slope for sledging and a dog cart, a popular form of conveyance

Unusual Sundial
An unusual armillary sphere sundial with a base with fish sculpted into it, at Bath, Somerset, England

The Sphere Season Number
A front cover illustration showing a stylish couple overlooking a busy London park from their balcony

The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes
472240 The Peking Observatory, illustration from Jean Baptiste du Haldes Description geographique, historique, chronologique, politique

Cyril Roberts working on portrait of Prince George
Artist Cyril Roberts (1871 - 1949) pictured in his studio in Belgrave Road, London, at work on a portrait of Prince George, later Duke of Kent

A Sphere projecting against a Plane, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving)
3025378 A Sphere projecting against a Plane, pub. 1792 (hand coloured engraving) by Gillray, James (1757-1815); Private Collection; (add.info.: William Pitt the Younger (1759-1806); Albinia

Ideal Portrait of Apollonius of Tyana, from De Divinationewet Magicis
STC225715 Ideal Portrait of Apollonius of Tyana, from De Divinationewet Magicis Praestigiis by Jean-Jacques Boissard, 1605

Submarines against the Japanese, 1944
A double page spread in The Sphere, 1944, entitled " Submarines against the Japs: British underwater craft operating in the Far East." On the left hand page

Volley firing by Scott Method by G. H. Davis
The gunnery experiment of which all the naval world is talking: the six-to-one superiority of volley firing by the Scott Method

Sedna, Kuiper Belt Object
Sedna. Computer artwork of Sedna, one of the largest objects in the Kuiper Belt of the outer solar system. It is a candidate for a tenth planet because it has a relatively stable orbit

Earth-like planet, artwork
Earth-like planet. Computer artwork of a view across a lake on the surface of an Earth-like planet with another planet (upper centre) and moon (centre right) in the distance

Front cover of the Sphere Scott Memorial Number
Front cover of The Sphere, Memorial Number of the Scott Antarctic Expedition showing a sombre scene of a group of men praying by a cairn topped with a cross in memory of Captain Scott, who died

Mercury hemisphere, MESSENGER image C016 / 9722
Mercury hemisphere, MESSENGER image. North is at top. This image is centred at longitude 220 degrees West. The colours show chemical and mineralogical differences between the rocks

Geometric shapes, artwork
Geometric shapes, computer artwork. These are a cube (green), a cylinder (blue), a cone (red) and a sphere (silver)

Cyanobacteria, SEM
Cyanobacteria. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of cyanobacteria (formally known as blue-green algae, blue). Several spores (pink) are also seen

Newtonian Earth, conceptual artwork
Newtonian Earth. Conceptual artwork of the Earth as one of the balls in a Newtons cradle. This image can represent concepts such as the impact and effect of physical laws on the Earths environment

Newtons cradle, artwork. This device consists of a number of steel balls suspended from a frame (not seen) in a horizontal line

Allium giganteum flower head

Fullerene molecule, computer artwork
Fullerene molecule. Computer artwork of the spherical fullerene molecule C320. Fullerenes are a structural type (allotrope) of carbon

Valdecoxib anti-inflammatory drug
Valdecoxib, computer model. This drug was used in the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and menstrual symptoms under the trade name Bextra

The Sphere Christmas Number 1961
Front cover illustration depicting various people in a park, walking through the snow armed with presents and Christmas trees

The new Globe Theatre with the Tate Gallery of Modern Art (Tate Modern) in background, Bankside, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

New Globe Theatre, Bankside, London, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Hawksbees 2nd Machine
English physicist Francis Hawksbees second version of his electrostatic generator, based on a rotating glass sphere

Electricity Ramsden
Jesse Ramsden of London demonstrates his improvement on Guerickes electric machine, replacing the sphere by a rotating disc

The Blue Marble - Earth from space, December 7, 1972. Creator: NASA
The Blue Marble - Earth from space, December 7, 1972. This famous photograph, known as The Blue Marble, was captured by the Apollo 17 astronauts on the same day that they left Earth on a Saturn V

Map of Australia with states, cities and flag
Highly detailed vector map of Australia with states, capitals and big cities

Formula 1 2023: Las Vegas GP
STREETS OF LAS VEGAS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - NOVEMBER 15: Aston Martin branding on the Sphere during the Las Vegas GP at Streets of Las Vegas on Wednesday November 15, 2023

An allegorical figure representing Astronomy
5309981 An allegorical figure representing Astronomy; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an allegorical figure representing Astronomy shown holding an armillary sphere)

Transparent spherical velocipede
5616638 Transparent spherical velocipede; (add.info.: Transparent spherical velocipede by A Rousseau of Marseille, France 1882. 01/01/1882); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Arab astronomer
3330984 Arab astronomer; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Arab astronomer, one holding an armillary sphere showing a geocentric universe and the path of the ecliptic)

Astronomical diagram showing the earth, centre, surrounded by water, air, fire and the sphere of the planets
534771 Astronomical diagram showing the earth, centre, surrounded by water, air, fire and the sphere of the planets. By Gassouin de Metz,13th century

An armillary sphere
3740718 An armillary sphere; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an armillary sphere. An armillary sphere is a model of objects in the sky consisting of a spherical framework of rings)

An armillary sphere
3740716 An armillary sphere; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an armillary sphere. An armillary sphere is a model of objects in the sky consisting of a spherical framework of rings)

Arab astronomer
3330987 Arab astronomer; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an Arab astronomer, one holding an armillary sphere showing a geocentric universe and the path of the ecliptic)

Diagram showing The magnetic force of the Earth
5309964 Diagram showing The magnetic force of the Earth; (add.info.: Diagram showing The magnetic force of the Earth, operating along an infinity of curves starting from every point of the equator)

Engraving depicting an armillary sphere, a model of objects in the sky (on the celestial sphere)
5309270 Engraving depicting an armillary sphere, a model of objects in the sky (on the celestial sphere), consisting of a spherical framework of rings, centred on Earth or the Sun

Globen
Stephan Rückert

illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820
3666124 illustration showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus, c.1820; (add.info.: 19th century, French, illustration, showing the coronation of the Virgin Mary with Jesus)

An armillary sphere
3740717 An armillary sphere; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an armillary sphere. An armillary sphere is a model of objects in the sky consisting of a spherical framework of rings)

An armillary sphere
3740714 An armillary sphere; (add.info.: Illustration depicting an armillary sphere. An armillary sphere is a model of objects in the sky consisting of a spherical framework of rings)

The Apuleian Sphere
3478591 The Apuleian Sphere; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the Apuleian Sphere, a magical prognosticating device for predicting the survival of a patient)

Engraving depicting a Campbell-Stokes recorder, a kind of sunshine recorder
5309411 Engraving depicting a Campbell-Stokes recorder, a kind of sunshine recorder, invented by John Francis Campbell and later modified by Sir George Gabriel Stokes; (add.info)

Face to Face
Mystic Number

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"The Sphere: A Captivating Journey through Time and Space" Step into the realm of the unknown, where the edge of the firmament beckons with its enigmatic allure. Like a Flammarion engraving, it invites us to explore L atmosphere and delve into meteorologie populaire. In this cosmic tapestry, we encounter Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, immortalized by William McLaren's brushstrokes. Their tale mirrors our own quest for balance in an ever-changing universe. Behold the Whole Earth, captured in Blue Marble 2000 - a testament to our planet's dramatic beauty. Its eternal presence reminds us of our responsibility as stewards of this fragile globe. As we gaze at the Cosmic microwave background, we are humbled by its mysterious whispers from distant galaxies. It unveils secrets hidden within space-time itself. Let us ponder on the Sizes of Solar System planets compared - each one a celestial wonder with its own unique story waiting to be unraveled. Astronomy becomes our guidebook through this vast expanse. Dürer's world map from 1515 transports us back to an era when exploration knew no bounds. The boundaries may have changed since then, but our thirst for knowledge remains everlasting. Amidst all these wonders stands a Twenties flapper girl sitting at a cocktail bar - her spirit embodies both elegance and rebellion against societal norms. She symbolizes humanity's ability to adapt and thrive amidst uncertainty. The Orange Harvest Moon casts its ethereal glow upon us; its radiance illuminates not only earthly landscapes but also dreams that reach beyond what is known. Even The Beatles rehearsing for the Royal Variety Performance find their place within The Sphere - their harmonies echoing across time as they inspire generations with their music's timeless magic. And finally, Scott of the Antarctic graces The Sphere’s pages - his indomitable spirit reminding us that even in adversity, human courage can conquer unimaginable challenges.