Stunning celestial maps from 1825, based on Ancient Greek mythology.
Fun fact: In various cultures past and present, the ubiquitous “Big Dipper” constellation (or “asterism” to be more accurate) was interpreted not only as part of a bear, but also as …
- A coffin with trailing mourners (Arabia)
- A plow or a cleaver (England and Ireland)
- A wagon or cart (Northern Europe)
- A salmon net (Finland)
Perspective is everything.

