Cancer — Astronomical Zodiac Chart (1831) by Sidney Hall

A night sky drawn by hand. This elegant astral chart renders the constellation Cancer with period engraver’s finesse—stellar points, connecting lines, and the classic zodiac figure poised against a calm ground. Scholarly yet decorative, it brings a touch of celestial poise to any room.

Why it captivates

• Vintage astronomy — 19th-century star mapping with crisp, dignified linework.

• Zodiac allure — the sign of Cancer pictured as a timeless celestial emblem.

• Graphic clarity — clean labels and measured geometry read beautifully across a room.

• Calm palette — soft creams and inked accents suit modern or traditional interiors.

• Conversation piece — where science, myth, and design meet.

What you’ll see

The Cancer constellation plotted as tidy star points, linked by diagrammatic lines and overlaid with the traditional zodiac figure. Period legends, scales, and plate numerals complete the chart’s learned poise—order, symmetry, and myth distilled to a single refined sheet.

A richer historical frame

British engraver Sidney Hall helped popularise astronomy in the early 19th century through clear, handsome charts that balanced observation with ornamental convention. The 1830s editions capture the era’s blend of science and storytelling, making the heavens legible while preserving zodiac romance.

Choose your finish

🌟 Heavyweight Paper (160 gsm matte)
Archival-grade, smooth matte stock ideal for framing under glass. Crisp detail, minimal glare.

💎 Laminated (True Encapsulation)
Sealed in 2 × 80-micron gloss laminate, edge-to-edge. Durable, wipe-clean—great for high-traffic spaces and classrooms.

🪵 Laminated + Timber Hang Rails (Ready to hang)
Lacquered natural timber rails with fitted hanging cord; no frame required.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

🏆 Archival Canvas (395 gsm HP Professional Matte)
Museum-quality texture with pigment-based, fade-resistant inks for rich tone and fine linework.

🪵 Canvas + Timber Hang Rails (Gallery-ready)
As above, supplied with lacquered natural timber rails and hanging cord.
Please allow up to 10 working days for hang-railed delivery.

Size (W × H)

583 × 841 mm (approx. 22.95 × 33.11 in)

• Orientation: Portrait

• Aspect ratio: ~0.693 : 1 (≈ 11 : 16)

• Nearest standard frame: A1 (594 × 841 mm) — portrait

• Framing tips:

  • Classic: A1 frame with a mat window cut to ~579 × 837 mm (2–3 mm overlap).

  • Contemporary: float-mount in A1 to reveal the plate border and create a clean shadow gap.

Custom sizing: Available on request (alternative aspect ratios or added white border).

Specifications

Who it’s for

• Stargazers & zodiac fans

• Designers & stylists seeking refined, monochrome graphics

• Educators & students of astronomy and print history

• Gift-givers after a cultured, conversation-starting piece

Our Commitment

Every print is produced locally in Australia on premium substrates with careful colour management, then checked and packed by hand so it arrives ready to impress. From studio to wall, we stand behind the craftsmanship and historical integrity of your piece.

Chart a little cosmos at home—order your Cancer zodiac print today.