“Wow! This is the second print I've purchased from Paola and couldn't be happier with the quality! It's printed on nice thick paper and the colors are really vibrant. I bought it as a gift and the recipient loves it. The packaging was nice as well - it came rolled up so it was protected during shipping but unrolled easily for the frame. Thank you!!”
Print only · ships rolled in a protective tube, ready to frame
Archive Notes
| Genre | Celestial Art |
| Artist | Unattributed |
| Subject | Lunar Moon Map Celestial Chart |
| Circa | 1834 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
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Vintage Lunar Moon Map Celestial Chartc. 1834
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
$60.00
Print Only · Ships Unframed
4.7567 customer reviews
Free U.S. shipping · arrives Oct 28 to Nov 4
Museum-grade archival paper
U.S. orders are printed and framed in the U.S.
30-day returns from delivery · damaged arrivals reprinted free
Archive Notes
| Genre | Celestial Art |
| Artist | Unattributed |
| Subject | Lunar Moon Map Celestial Chart |
| Circa | 1834 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Size Comparison
We restore and reproduce vintage maps, charts and prints on museum-grade paper.
The Story Behind the Print
This exquisite lunar map captures the golden age of celestial cartography, when astronomers first turned their telescopes skyward to chart the moon's mysterious surface. Created in 1834, this hand-drawn astronomical chart represents decades of careful observation, meticulously recording every crater, mountain range, and shadowed valley visible through the primitive but powerful instruments of the era.
The 1830s marked a pivotal moment in lunar studies. As telescope technology improved, astronomers could finally create detailed maps that went beyond ancient mythology to reveal the moon's actual topography. This vintage constellation print reflects that scientific revolution—each carefully labeled feature represents hours of patient observation, often conducted in cold observatory towers across Europe's leading universities.
Reproduced on 325gsm museum-grade archival matte paper using giclée printing techniques and archival inks, ensuring this piece of astronomical history remains vibrant 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.
Customer notes
From our collectors
4.7567 customer reviews
“I ordered two framed maps from Archive Print and they are GORGEOUS!! The frames and simple and elegant! The order arrived faster than I expected and were packaged well. I've hung the beautiful maps over my piano and they have really helped my room look pulled together.”
“Purchased as a gift for my husband's birthday and it was exactly what he wanted. The print and frame were very well made and arrived quickly. There was great attention to detail in the packaging to ensure it arrived safely. Justin was friendly and professional. I would highly recommend this seller!!!”
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