Constellation of Cancer, plate 4 from Atlas Coelestis, by John Flamsteed 1646-1710, published in 1729

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"Constellation of Cancer, plate 4" is a celestial chart from the "Atlas Coelestis," a comprehensive star atlas created by the English astronomer John Flamsteed (1646–1710). Published posthumously in 1729, the atlas was a culmination of Flamsteed's extensive observations as the first Astronomer Royal at the Greenwich Observatory. The plate depicting the constellation of Cancer is one of the 26 meticulously crafted charts in the atlas, which was one of the most detailed and accurate celestial cartographies of its time.

The "Atlas Coelestis" was embellished with illustrations by the renowned English painter Sir James Thornhill, who was known for his work on the Painted Hall at the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich. Thornhill's artistic contributions added an aesthetic dimension to the scientific accuracy of Flamsteed's celestial maps. The Cancer plate, like others in the atlas, combines the precision of Flamsteed's stellar positions with the Baroque elegance of Thornhill's artistic style, making it not only a tool for astronomers but also a work of art.

The constellation of Cancer, traditionally represented as a crab, is one of the twelve zodiac constellations. In Flamsteed's depiction, the stars are carefully plotted and labeled with their corresponding numbers from his catalog, providing an invaluable reference for astronomers of the era. The "Atlas Coelestis," including the "Constellation of Cancer, plate 4," represents a significant achievement in the history of astronomy, bridging the gap between observational science and the artistic representation of the night sky. It remains an important historical document, reflecting the scientific knowledge and artistic sensibilities of the early 18th century.

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