Vintage star chart of the Cancer constellation with surrounding constellations, labeled in French, and a grid system for locating stars.
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This is a vintage star chart depicting the constellation Cancer, also known as 'Le Cancer' in French. The chart is rendered in a sepia tone, giving it an aged appearance. The central focus is a detailed illustration of the Cancer constellation, represented by a crab-like figure connected by lines. Numerous stars of varying sizes are scattered across the chart, each marked with a small dot. The stars are connected by lines to form the constellation shapes. Around Cancer, other constellations are visible, including 'Le Petit Lion' (Little Lion), 'Le Lynx', 'Les Gemeaux' (Gemini), 'Le Petit Chien' (Little Dog), 'La Licorne' (Unicorn), 'Le Lion' (Lion), and 'L'Hydre' (Hydra). Each constellation is labeled with its French name. The chart features a grid system with numerical coordinates along the borders, likely used for locating stars and constellations. The grid is marked with Roman numerals and numbers. The overall aesthetic is reminiscent of historical astronomical maps, with a focus on detailed illustrations and precise labeling.


License: CC0
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