| Genre | historic astronomy illustration |
| Artist | Whymper |
| Subject | Aurora Borealis |
| Circa | 1846 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Aurora Borealis Astronomy PrintWhymper · c. 1846
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
| Genre | historic astronomy illustration |
| Artist | Whymper |
| Subject | Aurora Borealis |
| Circa | 1846 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
We restore and reproduce vintage maps, charts and prints on museum-grade paper.
The Story Behind the Print
Aurora Borealis is a hand-colored 1846 wood engraving attributed to Whymper. A reindeer-drawn sledge crosses a frozen northern landscape beneath a sweeping arc of light, while small stars punctuate the dark sky above distant mountains.
The complete image includes the softly rounded engraving edge and its printed title. Fine hatch marks define the auroral rays, ice, water, rocks and figures, while restrained hand color picks out the harness, sledge and reindeer. Its printed details remain clear across the complete historical composition and surrounding annotations.
Printed on 325gsm museum-grade archival matte paper using fade-resistant giclée printing with archival inks, preserving the detail and character of the original for generations.
Colors may vary slightly between screens and the finished piece — the print will always be richer.
About the Frame
Framed pieces are built to order in solid wood with clear acrylic glazing, dry-mounted artwork, a kraft paper dust cover, and hanging wire. Each piece arrives ready to hang. No mat. Satin Black has a 7/8-inch face and adds 1.25 inches to the total width and height. Slimwood Silver and Slimwood Gold have a 1 1/8-inch face and add 1.75 inches to the total width and height.
The selected size refers to the artwork itself. Framed orders are custom made and ship within 7 to 10 business days, free in the U.S. See our shipping and return policies for framed piece details.
