Stellarum Fixarum Hemisphaerium Boreale. Northern Sky star chart SENEX c1721 map


Artist/engraver/cartographer: John Senex. Provenance: This uncommon celestial chart of the northern skies by John Senex is based on Flamsteed's star catalogue and that of Dr. Halley (who is cited on the map). It includes several then-recent discoveries. English text, diagrams and mathematical explanations and solution surround the hemisphere. Type: A large engraved 18th century celestial chart. Uncoloured.


Size: 7930px × 8213px
Location: Astronomy
Photo credit: © Antiqua Print Gallery / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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