Carte photographique de la lune, planche XIII.A (Photographic Chart of the Moon, plate XIII.A) by Charles Le Morvan

Carte photographique de la lune, planche XIII.A (Photographic Chart of the Moon, plate XIII.A) Possibly 1902 - 1914

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print

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white colour balance

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photo of handprinted image

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natural shape and form

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pale colours

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print

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light coloured

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repetition of white

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white palette

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tonal art

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repetition of white colour

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remaining negative space

"Carte photographique de la lune, planche XIII.A (Photographic Chart of the Moon, plate XIII.A)" is a photogravure print by Charles Le Morvan, likely created between 1902 and 1914. This detailed astronomical image captures a section of the lunar surface, showcasing craters and other formations. Le Morvan, a French astronomer, was known for his contributions to lunar mapping, and this plate, part of a larger series, demonstrates his meticulous photographic documentation of the moon. The image's scientific precision and the artistic rendering of the lunar landscape make it a valuable contribution to both astronomy and visual art.

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