Constellations of the Northern Hemisphere

This authentic antique celestial star map offers a stunning look at the night sky as charted in the mid-19th century. Published in London on January 1st, 1852, by Charles Knight, this rare steel engraving showcases the major constellations surrounding the North Pole. The map features a beautiful blend of scientific astronomy and classical mythology, with meticulously detailed, hand-colored illustrations of celestial figures including Ursa Major (the Great Bear), Ursa Minor, Draco the Dragon, Hercules, Cepheus, Andromeda, and Leo.The print is designed with highly detailed astronomical coordinate grids, right ascension indicators, and a dual-calibrated border marking the months of the year alongside celestial hours. Every major star is precisely plotted with traditional astrological symbols denoting its magnitude. The soft, elegant hand-tinted watercolors beautifully highlight each figure against the coordinate grid lines, giving the map an ethereal, historical aesthetic.This 174-year-old engraving is an exceptional artifact from the golden age of celestial cartography. Presented in its original square format with clean, detailed margins, it is a magnificent acquisition for collectors of historical maps, astronomy enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a unique and sophisticated piece of antique art to frame.