This magnificent copper-plate engraving Bode Pl. 9, Aquila; Ophiuchus; Serpens Ophuichi depicts a vast astronomical landscape occupied by various mythological figures and mythical creatures representing constellations.
Displayed against a gridded framework, the celestial map melds artistry with astronomy by including navigational features alongside the aesthetic interpretations of celestial bodies. Engraved on expansive 26 ½” x 38 ¾” sheets of ivory paper, this antique 18th-century print is a compelling addition to your art or rare print collection. Elevate your thoughts and expand your imagination with this exquisite celestial print!
Johann Elert Bode was a German astronomer and mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of celestial mechanics and the popularization of astronomy. While still a young man, Bode independently co-discovered the comets of 1769 and 1770. Likewise, he is credited for Bode’s law, also called the Titius-Bode Law, which is used to determine planetary distances. In addition to his contributions to science, Bode published Uranographia sive Astrorum Descriptio…(1797—1801) which is the largest celestial star map ever produced and the last of the great star atlases of the Golden Age of the Celestial Atlas. This celestial map synthesizes the work of over 100 astronomers from the preceding 200 years and beautifully renders the constellations in the context of the night sky.
For more information about Bode Pl. 9, Aquila; Ophiuchus; Serpens Ophuichi, email us at [email protected] or check out our articles What is an Engraving? A Guide to Intaglio Printmaking Techniques and Evolving Impressions – Unfolding the History of Prints as Art Objects and Collectibles.
| Weight | 2 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 26.5 × 38.75 × 0.125 in |
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| Type of Artwork | Antique Original |
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| Creation Date | 1797-1801 |
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