Bilder Charles Blunt (1803–1878) – Monoceros and Canis Minor – Chromolithograph (c.1840)

Beskrivning

This celestial chromolithograph by Charles Blunt illustrates the constellations Monoceros (the Unicorn) and Canis Minor, depicted as mythological figures set against a dark night sky scattered with golden stars. Monoceros is shown leaping across the heavens, its body aligned with faint star patterns, while the small dog Canis Minor rides above its back. This imaginative visualization merges astronomical accuracy with visual storytelling, designed to teach Victorian viewers the layout of the night sky through artistic allegory and symbolic charm.

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.