91 Charles Blunt (1803–1878) – Parhelia, No. 2 – Hand-Coloured Aquatint (1849)
This exquisite hand-coloured aquatint by Charles Blunt depicts the atmospheric phenomenon of parhelia, also known as sun dogs, illustrated as bright spots flanking the sun in a delicate halo above a tranquil rural landscape. The scene features a calm river with a grazing cow, a rustic bridge, and a small building nestled among trees, all rendered with subtle hues and fine detail. Blunt's work combines scientific observation with artistic charm, exemplifying his celebrated series The Beauty of the Heavens, which sought to educate and inspire through the beauty of celestial and meteorological phenomena.
Charles Blunt (1803–1878) was an English astronomer and illustrator renowned for his commitment to popularizing science through detailed visual representation. His series The Beauty of the Heavens was a pioneering project that combined scientific accuracy with artistic elegance, bringing celestial and terrestrial phenomena to life for 19th-century audiences.
Artist or Maker:
Charles Blunt
Dimensions:
25 cm × 20 cm
Medium:
Hand-Coloured Aquatint
Date:
1849
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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