Astronomical chart illustration of the Aries and Musca Borealis Zodiac (1831) by Sidney Hall

Aries & Musca Borealis — Astronomical Zodiac Chart (1831) by Sidney Hall

A hand-drawn slice of the heavens. This elegant astral chart maps Aries and the historical Musca Borealis with 19th-century engraver’s finesse—crisp star points, linking lines, and classical figures poised against a calm field. Scholarly yet decorative, it lends quiet celestial drama to any room.

Why it captivates

• Vintage astronomy — precise, dignified star mapping from the golden age of engraving.

• Twin subjects — the ram of Aries alongside the rare, historical Northern Fly.

• Graphic clarity — neat labels, scales, and measured geometry read beautifully at a distance.

• Timeless palette — soft creams with inked accents suit classic and contemporary spaces.

• Conversation piece — where science, history, and myth converge.

What you’ll see

Aries and Musca Borealis plotted as tidy star points, linked by understated diagram lines and overlaid with their traditional figures. Period legends, plate numerals, and coordinate grids complete the learned poise—order, symmetry, and story distilled to a single refined sheet.

A richer historical frame

British engraver Sidney Hall helped popularise astronomy in the early 1800s with handsome charts that balanced careful observation and ornamental convention. His 1830s plates capture the era’s blend of science and zodiac romance, making the night sky legible without losing its mythic glow.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp linework, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for busy spaces and classrooms.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine linework.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

841 × 589 mm (approx. 33.11 × 23.19 in)

• Orientation: Landscape

• Aspect ratio: ~1.428 : 1

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) landscape with a custom mat window cut to ~837 × 585 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: warm off-white mat, slim walnut or black moulding.

  • Contemporary: float-mount in A1 or 70 × 100 cm for a crisp shadow gap and visible plate border.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Stargazers & zodiac fans

• Designers & stylists seeking refined monochrome graphics

• Educators & students of astronomy and print history

• Gift-givers after a cultured, conversation-starting piece

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Map a little myth onto your sky—order your Aries & Musca Borealis chart today.