Virgo from A Celestial Atlas
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About Reproduction
Bring the timeless beauty of A. Jamieson's Virgo from A Celestial Atlas into your home with a handmade oil painting reproduction. Carefully recreated on canvas by skilled artists using traditional techniques, this piece captures the delicate brushwork, subtle light, and vibrant color of the original masterpiece. With museum-level quality and rich texture, it brings elegance and artistic depth to any space. Enjoy free shipping and make this masterpiece a part of your personal collection.
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Original Description
Virgo from A Celestial Atlas by Alexander Jamieson (1782–1850) is a celestial map engraving that embodies the romanticism of early 19th-century astronomical art. Published in 1822, the atlas merged scientific precision with Neoclassical elegance, reflecting Enlightenment-era fascination with mythology and the cosmos. Jamieson—a British astronomer and writer—rendered Virgo with delicate flowing lines, her draped gown and wheat sheaf nodding to Greco-Roman depictions of the goddess Astraea or Demeter. Star positions are meticulously plotted, yet framed by ornate figural art typical of celestial cartography from Bayer’s Uranometria (1603) to Flamsteed’s atlases. Unlike utilitarian modern star charts, Jamieson’s works straddle art and science—a bridge between Renaissance celestial globes and Victorian decorative prints. Today, these engravings are prized by collectors for their hybrid charm, appearing in institutions like the Linda Hall Library alongside works by Herschel and Laplace.
For interior styling, this vintage print brings timeless sophistication to study nooks or executive offices. Its celestial theme harmonizes with globes, brass telescopes, or Newtonian decor in libraries. Frame it in black-and-gold neoclassical molding to echo its 1820s origins, or opt for a minimalist walnut float frame for Scandinavian juxtaposition. At approximately 12×15 inches (common for atlas folios), it suits gallery walls paired with botanical lithographs or solitary display above a wooden writing desk. The soft ivory paper and indigo star lines pop against navy or sage green walls, while metallic desk accents can mirror its engraved gilt details. In daylight, place it where oblique light enhances the copperplate’s tactile texture; evening backlighting casts dramatic shadows, amplifying its cosmic allure.
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Lead Time & Shipping
When you order this oil painting replica, it typically takes 2-3 weeks to paint. If the artwork is more complex, it might need a little more time to ensure the best quality. Once it's ready, we'll send you a photo for your approval. After you give the green light, we'll ship it to you for free.
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Return & Refund
We believe in the quality of our hand-painted oil painting reproductions, and your satisfaction is our priority. If for any reason, you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, we offer a 45-day return policy. You can return your artwork within 45 days of receipt and receive a full refund. Please note that the artwork must be returned in the original packaging and in the same condition as it was received.
