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Constellation of the Pleiades (Seven Sisters), 1908
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Constellation of the Pleiades (Seven Sisters), 1908
Constellation of the Pleiades (Seven Sisters), 1908. Photographed with the 36 inch Crossley reflector at the Lick Observatory, California, USA. The Pleiades, 380 light years distant from Earth, is an open cluster of young stars. The seven brightest stars are easily visible with the naked eye, but the cluster actually consists of hundreds of stars. From The Publications of the Lick Observatory Vol VIII. Sacramento, 1908)
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This print captures the ethereal beauty of the Constellation of the Pleiades, also known as the Seven Sisters. Taken in 1908 at the Lick Observatory in California, USA, this image was captured using a powerful 36 inch Crossley reflector. The Pleiades is an open cluster of young stars located approximately 380 light years away from Earth. The photograph showcases the seven brightest stars of this constellation, which are easily visible to the naked eye. However, it is important to note that this cluster actually consists of hundreds of stars. The monochrome aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this stunning celestial scene. Taken from "The Publications of the Lick Observatory Vol VIII" published in Sacramento in 1908, this print serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with space and our ongoing quest for knowledge about distant galaxies and star systems. Whether you are an astronomy enthusiast or simply appreciate breathtaking imagery, this print offers a glimpse into the vastness and wonderment of our universe. Displaying it in your home or office will surely spark conversations about science, exploration, and our place within the cosmos.
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