Bilder Charles Blunt – Pegasus – Chromolithograph (c.1840)

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This vivid 19th-century chromolithograph by Charles Blunt depicts the constellation Pegasus, one of the most recognizable figures in the northern sky. Rendered with imaginative flair, the illustration combines mythological artistry with astronomical accuracy. The winged horse is silhouetted in gray against a deep black background, with the constellation's stars highlighted in gold and accurately placed according to celestial charts of the period. This plate, marked “No. 31”, was part of a broader effort to make astronomy visually accessible to students and the public through elegant diagrammatic art.

Charles Blunt was a British science educator and illustrator known for his popularization of astronomy through books and teaching aids. His chromolithographic plates were published in London around 1840 and widely used in schools, public lectures, and amateur scientific circles. These works blended scientific clarity with artistic style, fostering both education and fascination.

Artist or Maker:
Charles Blunt

Dimensions:
25 cm x 20 cm

Medium:
Chromolithograph

Date:
c.1840

Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.