The Pleiades 1886

"The Pleiades" is an 1886 etching by American artist F. E. Fillebrown (1836-1923). The print depicts seven women in flowing robes, holding stars or other celestial bodies, set against a background of swirling clouds. This artwork is a depiction of the Pleiades star cluster, often associated with the seven daughters of Atlas in Greek mythology. Fillebrown's work showcases the elegance and beauty of the mythological figures, while simultaneously embodying the ethereal and celestial nature of the Pleiades.