Gipsmodel van de maankrater Walther, van bovenaf gezien before 1873

This plaster model, created by James Nasmyth before 1873, depicts the lunar crater Walther as seen from above. Nasmyth, a renowned Scottish engineer and inventor, used his expertise in metalworking to meticulously recreate the surface of the moon based on astronomical observations. The model offers a detailed and realistic representation of the lunar landscape, highlighting the crater's morphology and the surrounding terrain, providing a valuable insight into the scientific understanding of the moon in the 19th century. The model is part of the Rijksmuseum collection and is an important example of the intersection of art, science, and technology.