Astronomical chart illustration of the Draco and the Ursa Minor Zodiac (1831) by Sidney Hall

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Draco & Ursa Minor — Astronomical Zodiac Chart (1831) by Sidney Hall

A hand-drawn slice of the northern sky. This elegant astral chart maps the winding Draco and the guiding Ursa Minor with 19th-century engraver’s finesse—crisp star points, measured lines, and classical figures poised against a calm ground. Scholarly yet decorative, it adds quiet celestial presence to any room.

Why it captivates

Vintage astronomy — precise, dignified star mapping from the golden age of engraving.
Polar icons — the Little Dipper within Ursa Minor and the sinuous Dragon encircling the pole.
Graphic clarity — tidy labels, scales, and geometry read beautifully at a distance.
Timeless palette — soft creams with inked accents suit classic and contemporary spaces.
Conversation piece — where science, navigation, and myth converge.

What you’ll see

Draco and Ursa Minor plotted as orderly 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 heavens legible without losing their 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)

583 × 841 mm (approx. 22.95 × 33.11 in)

Orientation: Portrait
Aspect ratio: ~11 : 16
Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait
Framing tips:
- Use an A1 frame with a custom mat window cut to ~579 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
- Contemporary look: float-mount in A1 to reveal the plate border and create a clean shadow gap.

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

Specifications

Feature	Details
Title	Draco & Ursa Minor — Astronomical Zodiac Chart
Artist/Engraver	Sidney Hall
Date	1831
Historical Context	19th-century British star chart; science paired with zodiac iconography
Print Size	583 mm (W) × 841 mm (H)
Available Finishes	Paper, Laminated, Laminated + Timber Hang Rails, Canvas, Canvas + Timber Hang Rails
Paper Weight	160 gsm archival matte
Laminate	2 × 80-micron gloss (true encapsulation)
Canvas Weight	395 gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas
Inks	Pigment-based, fade-resistant
Optional Hang Rails	Natural timber, lacquered; fitted hanging cord (allow up to 10 working days)
Origin	Printed in Australia

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.

Trace the polar sky at home—order your Draco & Ursa Minor chart today.