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You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 100in (250cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: the labels on this map are hard to read if you order a map that is 36in (90cm) or smaller. 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The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. 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This intriguing piece captures a partial lunar eclipse with meticulous detail, founded on observations made by Trouvelot in the fall of 1874. Part of Trouvelot's \"Astronomical Drawings\" series, this antique color lithograph offers a visual narrative that bridges the gap between art and celestial science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we present here is an exceptionally high-quality fine art print restored and prepared by The Unique Maps Co. Each print is handcrafted in our workshop, and can be personalized to meet your specific needs. Printed on richly textured archival matte paper, this piece is designed to withstand the test of time without fading or wrinkling for decades to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEtienne Leopold Trouvelot, often referred to as the \"Audubon of the Sky\", was a French artist and astronomer who is celebrated for his phenomenal astronomical illustrations. Way before photography could adeptly capture the heavens, Trouvelot’s works provided critical and detailed visual records of celestial phenomena. His 15-plate collection, published by Charles Scribner's Sons, stands out for its artistic magnificence and scientific accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular lithograph portrays a partial eclipse with astounding realism and intricacy. The unique deep red hue of the \"blood moon\" is achieved by Rayleigh scattering of refracted sunlight, making this print not just a piece of art, but a snapshot of remarkable astronomical events. The contrast between the illuminated and shadowed portions of the moon offers a stark, yet harmonious study into lunar topography that is both informative and visually compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his own words, Trouvelot describes how the shadow of the Earth provides ocular proof of its rotundity, mapping out craters like Tycho, Copernicus, and Aristarchus with precision. It’s akin to viewing the moon through the eyes of both an artist and a dedicated scientist, making it an enlightening piece for anyone intrigued by astronomy or historical scientific illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite print makes an excellent gift for any occasion—be it Christmas, Father's Day, housewarming, or a thoughtful token for someone with an interest in the cosmos and art history. Whether you're an art lover or a science enthusiast, this piece is sure to add a touch of classic sophistication and celestial wonder to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. 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Notably, Bradford's work was published in collaboration with well-known names such as Samuel Griswold, Samuel Goodrich, and John B. Russell, with engravings by James Archer and George W. Boynton. His detailed illustrations from the 1837 publication provide a captivating glimpse into the 19th-century understanding of the universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of colour and precision in depicting the complex mechanisms of lunar and solar eclipses is not only educational but also mesmerising. The deep blues and vibrant yellows harmoniously contrast, offering a stunning visual experience. Bradford's work is not merely an illustration; it is a timeless piece of scientific art that resonates with both astronomy aficionados and art lovers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite star chart would be a delightful addition to any home, whether it graces the walls of a cosy study or becomes the focal point of a modern living room. It also makes for a perfect gift for various occasions such as Christmas, Father’s Day, Mother's Day, housewarming, or even a work-leaving present, appealing to those with an impeccable taste in art and a penchant for the wonders of the universe .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. 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Conceived under the direction of the renowned astronomer Camille Flammarion and grounded in Casimir Marie Gaudibert’s more than 15 years of nightly study, it charts the lunar face with uncommon clarity and confidence. The map’s central subject is lunar geography—an exacting census of basins, maria, and especially craters—framed by a refined infographic program that makes complex selenography accessible at a glance. Its enduring interest lies in the balance it strikes: the precision of a scientific document paired with the visual seduction of 19th‑century engraving, a fusion that earned the work recognition in contemporary scientific circles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe map’s informational architecture is meticulously staged. A comprehensive index flanks the lunar disk on left and right, enumerating 509 craters with names that trace the intellectual lineage of astronomy—an atlas of thinkers stamped into the Moon itself. Each entry corresponds to carefully placed labels on the surface, enabling swift cross‑reference from list to feature. Tonal shading sculpts relief, distinguishing bright, ray‑strewn impact sites from the quieter expanses of the maria, while delicate textures articulate ridges, terraces, and worn crater rims. The result is an infographic that feels intuitive: an elegant cycle of seeing, locating, and understanding, guided by a prominent title cartouche that credits the project’s distinguished contributors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the image is a story of extraordinary collaboration. Though an amateur, Gaudibert’s perseverance and disciplined methodology elevated him into the company of professionals; a crater now bears his name, and his surveys informed not only this plate but also a lunar globe published by Émile Bertaux. Flammarion’s role shaped the work’s scientific voice, while artist Léon Fenet translated raw data into expressive form—an interplay that typifies the era’s finest popular astronomy. Executed via heliogravure, a photomechanical process prized for tonal fidelity, the printing captures the subtlest gradients of shadow across highlands and plains. This synthesis of craft and science models a 19th‑century ideal: knowledge made beautiful, and beauty made instructive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition rewards close reading. Emblematic landmarks such as Tycho and Copernicus likely anchor the southern and central highlands with their luminous ray systems, while serenely shaded maria—including the famed Mare Tranquillitatis—form velvety plains that temper the drama of sharper relief. Around these, concentric crater walls, interrupted ramparts, and faint rilles emerge through nuanced chiaroscuro, allowing viewers to infer relative age and erosional history. The map’s labeling cadence invites exploration: prominent features command larger type, while secondary notations whisper along the periphery of basins and domes. What begins as a single lunar visage unfolds into a layered narrative of impacts, floods, and slow time etched in stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an early, authoritative survey of the Moon, Carte Général de la Lune captures a pivotal moment before photography fully superseded the draughtsman’s eye. Its data offered astronomers a shared reference for naming, comparing, and debating features, and its visual clarity helped standardize selenographic understanding for decades. For collectors, it embodies a rare confluence: the integrity of firsthand observation, the charisma of heliogravure, and the intellectual heritage cataloged in its 509-name index. More than a map, it is a conversation between patient observers and inspired artisans—an enduring testament to how human attention can transform a distant, silent world into a legible, enthralling place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaces on this map\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerous craters, often with intricate names and designations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotable features such as \"Tycho,\" \"Copernicus,\" and \"Mare Tranquillitatis\" may be present (though specific visibility depends on the actual image interpretation).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotable Features \u0026amp; Landmarks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed representation of the lunar surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA list on the left and right side, identifying 509 craters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraters with complex names, some likely derived from notable astronomers and scientists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe artistic representation of surface textures and shading effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe prominent cartouche indicating the title and contributors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical and design context\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName of the map: Carte Général de la Lune.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of creation: 1877.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMapmaker\/publisher: Casimir Marie Gaudibert; published by Émile Bertaux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreated under the direction of renowned astronomer Camille Flammarion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBased on over 15 years of meticulous observations by Casimir Marie Gaudibert, an amateur astronomer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown for its accuracy and detail, receiving recognition in the scientific community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe publisher, Bertaux, used Gaudibert's data for a lunar globe, highlighting his impact on lunar cartography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA crater on the Moon has been named in honor of Gaudibert, reflecting his contributions to astronomy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough Gaudibert was an amateur, his work gained acknowledgment in serious scientific circles and contributed significantly to lunar geography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAstronomical collaboration: the fusion of artistry by Léon Fenet and scientific data from Gaudibert elevated the understanding of the Moon's topography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocuses exclusively on the Moon, featuring its craters and topographical features without Earth geographic delineations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign\/style: infographic approach with artistic representation of the Moon's surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmploys a heliogravure technique, known for high-quality printing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA rich color palette reflects lunar surface textures and features.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical significance: an early lunar survey emphasizing collaboration between astronomers and illustrators in enhancing knowledge of the Moon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 100in (250cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlease note: the labels on this map are hard to read if you order a map that is 16in (40cm) or smaller. The map is still very attractive, but if you would like to read the map easily, please buy a larger size.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this map.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-old-vintage-antique-maps\"\u003ebest old maps\u003c\/a\u003e to see if something else catches your eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"18x24in (45x60cm) \/ Map","offer_id":57781790245248,"sku":"UM00271261A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x24in (45x60cm) \/ Framed map","offer_id":57781790278016,"sku":"UM00271262A","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18x24in (45x60cm) \/ Framed canvas map","offer_id":57781790310784,"sku":"UM00271263A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A2 (420x594mm) \/ Map","offer_id":57781790343552,"sku":"UM00271264A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A2 (420x594mm) \/ Framed map","offer_id":57781790376320,"sku":"UM00271265A","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A2 (420x594mm) \/ Framed canvas 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Captured by Lunar Orbiter I on August 23, 1966, during its 16th orbit, the spacecraft recorded Earth from some 232,000 miles away while flying roughly 730 miles above the Moon’s cratered surface. The image—transmitted across the void and received at NASA’s tracking station near Madrid—delivered an unprecedented perspective: our planet emerging above the lunar horizon, a solitary globe suspended in darkness. It marked a turning point in space exploration and in the visual culture of science, offering a humbling, unifying view of home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fine art print is meticulously produced by The Unique Maps Co. on your choice of acid‑free archival paper or artist’s cotton canvas, using museum‑quality inks for crisp tonal range and lasting fidelity. Available in a range of sizes with optional framing, matting, and finished edges, each piece can be personalized—add a dedication, date, or inscription on the margin or verso. Our studio can also advise on ideal dimensions for your space and tailor the presentation to complement modern, minimalist, or vintage‑industrial interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNASA, here the “artist” of record, created this photograph in service of the Lunar Orbiter program, which mapped the Moon to prepare for the Apollo landings and to test deep‑space imaging and communications. The agency’s engineering triumphs enabled not only mission planning but a new visual language: data relayed from deep space, assembled into photographs that fused precision with poetry. This print embodies that moment when technology and curiosity converged to change how we see ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe subject is historically singular: among the first views of Earth captured from deep space, it prefigured later, more widely known images and helped open the era of planetary portraiture. More than a milestone in the space race, it provided a contemplative vantage—Earth rising over the lunar limb—that evoked fragility, unity, and responsibility. Displayed at home or in the office, it becomes a daily reminder of perspective and possibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, the composition is striking in its monochrome palette of blacks, whites, and silvery greys. The Moon’s textured foreground—pocked with craters and ridges—cuts a sweeping arc across the bottom of the frame, a rugged counterpoint to the smooth curvature of the distant Earth. The luminous globe, rendered in delicate halftones, commands attention against the deep black of space, balancing negative space with precise geometry. The high contrast and documentary clarity make it a compelling statement piece that pairs effortlessly with clean lines, black‑and‑white photography walls, and science‑inspired decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThoughtful and timeless, this print makes an exceptional gift for space enthusiasts, scientists, engineers, photographers, and anyone moved by exploration—perfect for Christmas, birthdays, Father’s or Mother’s Day, graduations, housewarmings, or to celebrate someone who has recently visited a space museum or followed a lunar mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e a different size, a different colour, a special frame \u003cspan\u003e–\u003c\/span\u003e then please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e. I usually respond within a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003emore examples of personalisation\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also choose to \u003cem\u003eage\u003c\/em\u003e your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003elots of examples of other aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork is wider than most, which would make it a perfect statement piece above a mantelpiece, sofa or desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\" data-mce-href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-finishes-framed-canvas\"\u003estandard frames\u003c\/a\u003e come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/custom-framing\"\u003ecustom framing\u003c\/a\u003e is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57882502168960,"sku":"UM00273460A","price":39.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57882502201728,"sku":"UM00273461A","price":125.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"9x18in (23x45cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57882502234496,"sku":"UM00273462A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57882502267264,"sku":"UM00273463A","price":73.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57882502300032,"sku":"UM00273464A","price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12x24in (30x60cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57882502332800,"sku":"UM00273465A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57882502365568,"sku":"UM00273466A","price":88.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57882502398336,"sku":"UM00273467A","price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16x36in (40x90cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57882502431104,"sku":"UM00273468A","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x45in (56x114cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57882502463872,"sku":"UM00273469A","price":140.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x45in (56x114cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57882502496640,"sku":"UM00273470A","price":470.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x45in (56x114cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57882502529408,"sku":"UM00273471A","price":470.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57882502562176,"sku":"UM00273472A","price":210.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57882502594944,"sku":"UM00273473A","price":875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22x50in (56x127cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57882502627712,"sku":"UM00273474A","price":875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57882502660480,"sku":"UM00273475A","price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57882502693248,"sku":"UM00273476A","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"27x60in (70x150cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57882502726016,"sku":"UM00273477A","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Art print","offer_id":57882502758784,"sku":"UM00273478A","price":460.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed art print","offer_id":57882502791552,"sku":"UM00273479A","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"32x70in (80x178cm) \/ Framed canvas","offer_id":57882502824320,"sku":"UM00273480A","price":1875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_23c945e9-7cf7-4cb0-bb31-f968b3646903.jpg?v=1776223117"},{"product_id":"old-map-of-apollo-11-earth-orbit-and-tli-1969-cape-canaveral-ascension-2nd-rev-hawaii-guam","title":"Old Map of Apollo 11 Earth Orbit and TLI, 1969: Cape Canaveral, Ascension, 2nd Rev, Hawaii, Guam","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exacting navigational portrait of humanity’s boldest voyage, the Apollo Earth Orbit Chart (AEO) for Apollo 11 captures the second-revolution ground track planned for the three approved launch dates—16, 18, and 21 July 1969. Prepared on 19 June 1969, this chart crystallizes the final weeks of decision-making before Armstrong, Aldrin, and Collins departed from Cape Canaveral. It records where Earth would pass beneath the Command and Service Module and pinpoints when and where translunar injection (TLI) could be achieved. More than a map, it is a mission plan written across the globe, revealing the choreography that transformed a Florida liftoff into a precise departure for the Moon and ushered in a defining moment in space exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRendered on a Mercator projection at 1:40,000,000, its design balances clarity and density: blue orbital tracks lace the world; red curves flag TLI opportunities unique to each launch day. One-minute tick marks and ten-minute numerals rhythm the path, allowing controllers to read elapsed time at a glance. Latitude–longitude grid lines underpin every calculation. Coverage arcs sweep outward from ground stations, while symbols identify injection ships stationed near the equator and recovery ships poised at key outposts. Labels for geographic and operational features—Kennedy Space Center, Ascension Island, Hickam AFB, and more—anchor the celestial dance to familiar coasts and runways. It is engineering made legible, strategy distilled into color and line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chart’s global reach is striking. The second-orbit ground track crosses the United States, the Central Pacific, and the Southern Hemisphere, knitting together Hawaii, Guam (Andersen AFB), the Philippines, and Australia’s Carnarvon and Pearce tracking sites before sweeping past New Zealand. To the west lie Tanzania and South Africa, vital waypoints within the worldwide network that followed the spacecraft across the Indian Ocean. Tokyo, Manila, Los Angeles, and Papeete appear as references in a transoceanic lattice that spans the Pacific and Indian Oceans and skirts South America’s coastline. By visualizing these coverage arcs, the chart documents an extraordinary, planet-wide collaboration, aligning antennas, ships, and timing so a single burn could launch a voyage to another world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn operational terms, the focus on the second revolution reflects the mission’s preferred timeline: after insertion into Earth orbit, Apollo 11 would complete its initial checks before aiming for TLI on the second pass, when geometry, lighting, and station visibility aligned. The red TLI curves quantify those fleeting opportunities for each date—July 16, 18, and 21—guarding against weather or technical holds at Cape Canaveral. Minute-by-minute tick marks knit spacecraft position to ground clocks, while injection and recovery ships broadened coverage in mid-ocean gaps. This is the calculus behind the Moonshot: an Earth-spanning sequence that ensured controllers could track, compute, and command the precise moment when the CSM departed Earth for the translunar coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated by NASA in concert with the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center under Department of Defense direction, the chart embodies a singular alliance of civil spaceflight and military-grade cartography. Dated less than a month before launch, it preserves the mission-planning state just before history turned. As an artifact, it speaks to the mastery of Earth-orbit dynamics required to reach the Moon—and to the quiet heroism of the tracking network that made success possible. For the discerning collector, it unites graphic elegance with epochal significance, a convergence where color, geometry, and nomenclature narrate the first crewed lunar landing’s opening movements across the face of the Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlaces on this map\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKennedy Space Center (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAscension Island (UK)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHickam AFB (Hawaii, USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAndersen AFB (Guam)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarnarvon (Australia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearce (Australia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral Pacific Ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhilippines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCape Canaveral (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHawaii (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTanzania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLos Angeles (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTokyo (Japan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManila (Philippines)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePapeete (French Polynesia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePacific Ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndian Ocean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSouth America (notable coastline)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotable Features \u0026amp; Landmarks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue orbital tracks indicating the path of the Apollo spacecraft for the three launch dates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTick marks at one-minute intervals and numerical labels for ten-minute elapsed time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed curves denoting Translunar Injection (TLI) opportunities with labels for each specific date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjection Ships positioned near the equator for monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage arcs for various ground-based tracking stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSymbols for recovery ships, such as those stationed at key outposts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrid lines indicating latitude and longitude for precise navigation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed labels for specific geographic and operational terms related to the mission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual representation of Earth under the orbital paths, highlighting the mission's global reach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical and design context\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName: Apollo Earth Orbit Chart (AEO) Apollo Mission 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate of creation: 19 June 1969\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreated by NASA in collaboration with the Aeronautical Chart and Information Center (ACIC), under Department of Defense direction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNASA–ACIC partnership highlights coordinated governmental support for space navigation and global tracking synchronization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocuses on navigational planning for Apollo 11, detailing the second-revolution ground track for the CSM on the three approved launch dates (July 16, 18, and 21, 1969)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes critical Translunar Injection (TLI) opportunity data for each launch date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Mercator projection at 1:40,000,000 (equator); blue for orbits and red for TLI opportunities; clearly delineated tracking stations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopics and themes: space exploration and navigation; Earth orbit dynamics; historical context of human spaceflight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeographic emphasis: global view with focus on the United States, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical significance: documents the operational planning for the first crewed lunar landing mission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 100in (250cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlease note: the labels on this map are hard to read if you order a map that is 20in (50cm) or smaller. The map is still very attractive, but if you would like to read the map easily, please buy a larger size.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis map is wider than most maps, which would make it a perfect statement piece above a mantelpiece, sofa or desk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all-old-vintage-antique-maps\"\u003ebest old maps\u003c\/a\u003e to see if something else catches your eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003econtact me\u003c\/a\u003e to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex\/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Unique Maps Co.","offers":[{"title":"36x12in (90x30cm) \/ Map","offer_id":58258627527040,"sku":"UM00295893A","price":75.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36x12in (90x30cm) \/ Framed map","offer_id":58258627559808,"sku":"UM00295894A","price":280.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"36x12in (90x30cm) \/ Framed canvas map","offer_id":58258627592576,"sku":"UM00295895A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"45x15in (114x38cm) \/ Map","offer_id":58258627625344,"sku":"UM00295896A","price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"45x15in (114x38cm) \/ Framed map","offer_id":58258627658112,"sku":"UM00295897A","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"45x15in (114x38cm) \/ Framed canvas map","offer_id":58258627690880,"sku":"UM00295898A","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50x17in (127x43cm) \/ Map","offer_id":58258627723648,"sku":"UM00295899A","price":220.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50x17in (127x43cm) \/ Framed map","offer_id":58258627756416,"sku":"UM00295900A","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50x17in (127x43cm) \/ Framed canvas map","offer_id":58258627789184,"sku":"UM00295901A","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60x20in (150x50cm) \/ Map","offer_id":58258627821952,"sku":"UM00295902A","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60x20in (150x50cm) \/ Framed map","offer_id":58258627854720,"sku":"UM00295903A","price":1275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60x20in (150x50cm) \/ Framed canvas map","offer_id":58258627887488,"sku":"UM00295904A","price":1175.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"70x23in (180x58cm) \/ Map","offer_id":58258627920256,"sku":"UM00295905A","price":420.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"70x23in (180x58cm) \/ Framed map","offer_id":58258627953024,"sku":"UM00295906A","price":1595.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"70x23in (180x58cm) \/ Framed canvas map","offer_id":58258627985792,"sku":"UM00295907A","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0257\/0344\/8638\/files\/file_15813027-194d-4b5d-ab07-e84b414bba1e.jpg?v=1781280684"},{"product_id":"lagoon-nebula-hubble-space-telescope-image-2","title":"Lagoon Nebula – Hubble Space Telescope Image","description":"\u003cp\u003eAcross this Hubble view of the Lagoon Nebula, a dark, column-like form rises through luminous folds of crimson, gold and blue. Its edges are sharply picked out against the surrounding glow, while narrow filaments curl through the centre and warmer plumes spread towards the upper right. The result is at once atmospheric and remarkably intricate: a small portion of a vast star-forming region rendered with an almost sculptural sense of depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lagoon Nebula lies about 4,000 light-years away in the constellation Sagittarius. The complete nebula measures approximately 55 light-years across and 20 light-years tall, yet this tightly framed observation covers only about four light-years. That contrast in scale is essential to the image: structures that resemble wisps, ridges and ribbons belong to a field extending across several light-years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHubble recorded the scene for its 28th anniversary in space. Although the Lagoon Nebula was first catalogued in 1654 by the Italian astronomer Giovanni Battista Hodierna, this close view brings the complexity of one small region into extraordinary relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA closer look\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe central column provides the image with its strongest visual anchor. It rises into the brighter upper field, bordered by glowing yellow and orange material on one side and deeper crimson on the other. Around it, slender strands bend and overlap, sometimes sharply defined and elsewhere dissolving into haze. Small points of light punctuate the darker passages without interrupting the scale of the surrounding forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eColour and texture change markedly across the frame. The lower-left region is comparatively diffuse, washed in deep blue and violet, while the upper right is denser and more radiant, with orange-red plumes seeming to press outwards. Along the left edge, faint wisps drift into darker space. In the lower right, shadowed material gradually gives way to paler colour, creating the impression of looking through successive translucent layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt large scale, the finest contrasts become especially compelling: ribbon-like structures threaded through the central region; bright rims set against near-black recesses; and delicate transitions from cool blue to pale green, gold and crimson. These details give visual form to the official description of the Lagoon Nebula as a turbulent star-formation region, while preserving the strangeness of its interwoven light and darkness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow this image was made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe observations were made with the Wide Field Camera 3 aboard the Hubble Space Telescope between 12 and 18 February 2018. Rather than attempting to encompass the entire Lagoon Nebula, Hubble concentrated on a field about four light-years across, revealing fine structures within a much larger nebula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished image was released on 19 April 2018 as Hubble’s 28th-anniversary picture. Its close framing allows the nebula’s broad astronomical scale and its minute visual complexity to coexist: a multi-light-year landscape resolved into filaments, luminous margins and dark, sharply articulated forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImage details and provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lagoon Nebula\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObject type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Milky Way nebula; star-formation region\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sagittarius\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistance from Earth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,000 light-years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical scale or field shown:\u003c\/strong\u003e The full nebula is about 55 light-years wide and 20 light-years tall; this image covers approximately four light-years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelescope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hubble Space Telescope\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstrument:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wide Field Camera 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eObservation dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–18 February 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal release date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 April 2018, 16:00\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hubble’s 28th birthday picture: The Lagoon Nebula\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImage credit:\u003c\/strong\u003e NASA, ESA, STScI\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoosing the right size and finish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFine art can feel intimate at smaller sizes and more architectural at larger ones. Use the room preview, model image and size guide to judge the scale of the piece in your space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor exact dimensions, specialist framing or a larger project, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eask our workshop for advice\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model in the listing images is holding the 16x20in (40x50cm) version of this art print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere personalisation is available, you can add a short title or dedication, or one considered visual detail. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/map-personalisation\"\u003eSee examples of personalised artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Original for colour that remains faithful to the source artwork, or Aged for a warmer antique character. \u003ca target=\"”_blank”\" href=\"\/pages\/sepia-aged-maps\"\u003eSee examples of our Aged artwork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery piece is printed to museum-grade archival standards using fade-resistant pigment inks on acid-free matte paper. 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