Celestial map showing the constellations visible in France

Old original document dating from 1883 31x46cm **celestial map - edition a. Fayard, paris** old celestial map representing the constellations visible from france, published by **a. Fayard** in paris. It is distinguished by its deep blue background and its precise outline of the stars and constellations, in a sober and neat layout. A quote from copernicus accompanies the map, illustrating the astronomical vision of the time. The printing on quality paper has a slight patina, testifying to its antiquity without altering the readability or the aesthetics of the whole. This map can be integrated into a study, a library or a classic interior, appreciated as much for its decorative aspect as for its scientific and historical interest. This is indeed an old original document and not a reproduction. 📦 sent flat folded on itself between several layers of cardboard in order to make the package unfoldable, this type of old document cannot be rolled. Original central fold is barely visible once unfolded, see photos. Do not hesitate to contact me to make a batch to save on shipping costs: for cards and lithographs you only pay one shipment.