Gemini — Astronomical Zodiac Chart (1831) by Sidney Hall
A hand-drawn map of the Twins. This elegant astral chart renders Gemini with 19th-century engraver’s finesse—precise star points, linking lines, and the classic zodiac figures poised against a calm ground. Scholarly yet decorative, it brings quiet celestial clarity to any room.
Why it captivates
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Vintage astronomy — crisp, dignified star mapping from the golden age of engraving.
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Zodiac allure — the sign of Gemini pictured as a timeless celestial emblem.
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Graphic clarity — tidy labels, scales, and measured geometry read beautifully across a room.
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Calm palette — soft creams with inked accents suit classic and contemporary interiors.
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Conversation piece — where science, myth, and design meet.
What you’ll see
Gemini plotted as orderly star points, linked by understated diagram lines and overlaid with the traditional zodiac figures. Period legends, plate numerals, and coordinate grids complete the learned poise—order, symmetry, and story distilled to a single refined sheet.
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 × 581 mm (approx. 33.11 × 22.87 in)
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Orientation: Landscape
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Aspect ratio: ~1.45 : 1
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Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) landscape with a custom mat window cut to ~837 × 577 mm (2–3 mm overlap).
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Framing tips:
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Classic: warm off-white mat, slim walnut or black moulding.
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Contemporary: float-mount in A1 or 70 × 100 cm for a clean shadow gap and visible plate border.
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Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
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| Title | Gemini — Astronomical Zodiac Chart |
| Artist/Engraver | Sidney Hall |
| Date | 1831 |
| Historical Context | 19th-century British star chart; science paired with zodiac iconography |
| Print Size | 841 mm (W) × 581 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
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Stargazers & zodiac fans
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Designers & stylists seeking refined monochrome graphics
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Educators & students of astronomy and print history
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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.
Bring a measured slice of the heavens home—order your Gemini chart today.
