• Part of the Milky Way – E. L. Trouvelot Celestial Print, Plate XIII (1881)
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Part of the Milky Way – E. L. Trouvelot Celestial Print, Plate XIII (1881)

Part of the Milky Way – E. L. Trouvelot Celestial Print, Plate XIII (1881)

by Étienne Léopold Trouvelot

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Part of the Milky Way, drawn where the summer galaxy runs richest: bright star clouds pile up along the galactic band, crossed by the dark lanes of the Great Rift, dust between the stars silhouetted against the glow behind it. Trouvelot sets the whole display over a sea horizon with a small sailing ship at anchor, a scale cue that makes the star clouds feel as vast as they are. No camera of 1881 could take this picture; the long-exposure sky photograph was still years away.

This is Plate XIII of The Trouvelot Astronomical Drawings, the atlas Étienne Léopold Trouvelot published in New York in 1881–82 from his own observations. Our reproduction is made from the atlas plate, printed on thick matte paper.

Étienne Léopold Trouvelot

1827–1895

The Trouvelot Astronomical Drawings, New York, 1881

Chromolithograph, reproduced as a fine art print.

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  • Available in 12" x 18" and 20" x 30" for smaller spaces and print sets, or 24" x 36" for larger, more impactful displays; Other sizes may have different aspect ratios
  • Premium paper with a luxurious matte feel with a thickness of 10.3 mil (0.26 mm) and weight of 189 g/m²
  • Choose from Black, Red Oak, or White frames, featuring an Acrylite front protector, or unframed options with your own framing solution
  • Sustainably sourced Ayous wood frame, 0.75" (1.9 cm) thick
  • Lightweight and durable design with hanging hardware included with framed purchases
  • Printed on-demand to avoid overproduction
  • Printed on demand; allow 5 to 12 business days for delivery

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More about this wall art poster print:

Before electric light thinned it, the summer Milky Way was architecture, and this plate shows the structure plainly: banked clouds of stars along the galactic band, crossed by the dark lanes of the Great Rift, where nearer dust hides the glow behind it. Trouvelot drew the scene for Plate XIII of his 1881 atlas and set it over a quiet sea, a small sailing ship at anchor beneath the display. No camera of his day could have made this picture; its authority comes from accumulated looking.

It brings a sense of scale into a room without raising its voice. The bright band and the dark rift reward a long look from a sofa or an armchair, and the tiny ship underneath gives every viewer a way into the vastness. In a house that loves the night sky, this is the plate that quietly becomes the favourite.

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About Vintage Print Project

At Vintage Print Project, we celebrate the timeless charm of vintage design while embracing modern creativity. Our mission is to bring art, culture, and individuality to your space through a carefully curated collection of vintage-inspired prints and exclusive, one-of-a-kind treasures.

Each piece in our collection tells a story. From designs inspired by iconic vintage styles to curated limited-edition prints and rare international finds, we offer art that elevates your walls and sparks conversation. By blending nostalgia with cutting-edge technology, we create a seamless balance of accessibility and exclusivity.

Quality Printing & Framing

Our posters are printed on museum-quality matte paper, providing a high-quality matte finish. With a thickness of 10.3 mil (0.26 mm) and a weight of 189 g/m², the paper offers a sturdy yet lightweight feel with sharp and vibrant results.

Our frames are made from 0.75" (1.9 cm) thick Ayous wood, sustainably sourced from renewable forests. The lightweight Acrylite front protector adds durability without adding extra weight. Each framed option arrives ready to hang, with hanging hardware included.

The majority of our products are printed on demand shortly after your order is placed. This allows us to reduce overproduction and avoid waste, bringing accessibly priced, yet inspiring, vintage-inspired prints to your space.