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Charles Frederick Blunt (1800–1878) – Indus, Pavo, Grus, Toucan – Lithograph from The Beauty of the Heavens (1849) - This lithograph is part of Charles Frederick Blunt’s influential astronomical series The Beauty of the Heavens: A Pictorial Display of the Astronomical Phenomena of the Universe, first published in London by David Bogue in 1849. The illustration features a constellation chart depicting Indus, the Peacock (Pavo), the Crane (Grus), and the Toucan (Toucan) as stylized celestial figures against a dark stellar backdrop. The scene reflects the period’s blend of scientific curiosity and artistic romanticism, offering a decorative yet instructive view of the southern skies.Charles Frederick Blunt was a British author and educator known for popularizing astronomical and scientific subjects through visual storytelling. His illustrated works made complex cosmic events and systems understandable for the general public, combining scientific content with Victoria-era visual charm. The Beauty of the Heavens remains one of the most artistically significant 19t-century popular astronomy books.Artist or Maker:Charles F. Blunt Dimensions:21 cm x 20 cm Medium: Lithograph Date:1849 Condition Report: This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.