• Partial Eclipse of the Moon – E. L. Trouvelot Celestial Print, Plate VII (1881)
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Partial Eclipse of the Moon – E. L. Trouvelot Celestial Print, Plate VII (1881)

Partial Eclipse of the Moon – E. L. Trouvelot Celestial Print, Plate VII (1881)

by Étienne Léopold Trouvelot

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Earth's shadow takes the Moon in this plate: the dark umbra has covered most of the disc, yet the eclipsed portion is not black. It glows dull copper, lit by sunlight bent through Earth's atmosphere, and through the gloom the bright rays of the crater Tycho still show at the bottom of the disc, while the uneclipsed crescent at the upper right burns silver-white by contrast. It is the most quietly dramatic plate in the atlas.

This is Plate VII 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:

Most of the Moon in this plate sits inside the Earth's shadow, yet it refuses to disappear. The eclipsed disc takes on a muted copper tone, the colour of sunlight strained through Earth's whole atmosphere, while the rays of the crater Tycho stay faintly legible near the bottom and a crescent at the upper edge keeps its ordinary silver brightness. Trouvelot recorded the partial eclipse for Plate VII of his 1881 atlas, an image built from two kinds of moonlight at once, quiet and a little uncanny.

Hung on a wall, the plate brings an unusual calm with a charge underneath it. The darkened disc reads almost like an abstract circle until a visitor looks closer and recognises what the shadow is doing. It suits a bedroom or reading corner, and it starts the best kind of question: why does the eclipsed Moon turn red at all?

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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.