Hemelkaart met Christelijke sterrenbeelden by Anonymous

Hemelkaart met Christelijke sterrenbeelden 1660 - 1708

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aged paper

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toned paper

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pen drawing

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ink paper printed

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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linocut print

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pen-ink sketch

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pen work

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pencil art

This celestial chart from the 17th century, titled "Hemelkaart met Christelijke sterrenbeelden" (Christian Constellations Celestial Chart) depicts a circular map of the night sky with constellations based on Christian beliefs rather than traditional Greek mythology. The artwork uses detailed engravings to depict the constellations and their associated figures, including angels and biblical scenes. The chart is held in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and measures approximately 441 mm high and 517 mm wide.

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