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Archive Notes
| Genre | chromolithograph |
| Artist | Étienne Léopold Trouvelot |
| Subject | an aurora borealis observed on March 1, 1872 |
| Circa | 1882 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
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Aurora BorealisÉtienne Léopold Trouvelot · c. 1882
Archive Print Co. · archival reproduction
$55.00
Print Only · Ships Unframed
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Free U.S. shipping · arrives Oct 12 – Oct 19
Museum-grade archival paper
30-day returns from delivery · damaged arrivals reprinted free
Archive Notes
| Genre | chromolithograph |
| Artist | Étienne Léopold Trouvelot |
| Subject | an aurora borealis observed on March 1, 1872 |
| Circa | 1882 |
| Medium | Giclée on 325gsm archival matte |
Size Comparison
We restore and reproduce forgotten masterworks of graphic design on museum-grade paper — so they can live on your walls instead of in an archive.
The Story Behind the Print
Étienne Léopold Trouvelot Aurora Borealis 1872
This archival astronomy print reproduces Étienne Léopold Trouvelot's celebrated chromolithograph of an aurora borealis observed on March 1, 1872. First published in 1882 as part of The Trouvelot Astronomical Drawings, the plate pairs careful observation with unusually atmospheric color and detail.
The landscape composition brings a vivid scientific subject to a study, library, bedroom or collected gallery wall. Its warm ivory ground, artwork scale and balanced borders are coordinated across the Trouvelot series so multiple plates hang together seamlessly.
Premium Archival Quality
Printed to order with archival inks on heavyweight 325gsm museum-grade matte paper. The complete plate, including its historic title and signature details, is centered on a continuous warm ivory background.
Available Presentations
Choose Print Only or a professionally framed version in Satin Black, Slimwood Silver or Slimwood Gold. Available artwork sizes are 16 x 12, 24 x 18, 32 x 24 inches. Framed options have no mat and arrive ready to hang. Sizes refer to the paper artwork; the frame adds to the outside dimensions. Display props are not included.
A Thoughtful Gift
A distinctive gift for astronomers, stargazers, science-history readers and admirers of nineteenth-century celestial art.
Color and Detail Note
Screen settings can affect the appearance of printed colors. Fine historic lettering is best appreciated close up. This is a newly made reproduction, not an original antique print.
Archive Print Co. Professionally restored and printed on museum-grade materials.
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
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“I received the print in perfect condition. It is so beautiful!! I love it. My fault - I didn't read your comments about framing being a separate item. I would have loved to have you frame it too. You do wonderful work. Thank you.”
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