1874 Ptolemy, Alphons, and Arzachael Lunar Craters Print
At Muir Way, we believe in providing the utmost quality, design, and value.
- Lasts a lifetime
- Unsurpassed archival materials and printing
- Over 4500 5-star reviews
- 30-day returns*
- Individually printed in our San Diego workshop
Description
Our reproduction print of Ptolemy, Alphons, and Arzachael Craters was originally published in the 1874 book, The Moon: Considered As A Planet, A World, A Satellite, authored by James Nasmyth C.E. and James Carpenter F.R.A.S.
The photos in the book were not actually of the moon because photography was not yet advanced enough to capture lunar details. Instead, Nasmyth photographed detailed plaster models he built of the moon based on his visual observations from the 20" reflector he also built. "
For this book, the photographs were then printed by the arduous Woodburytype process, perhaps the most faithful method ever devised for the reproduction of photographs. The Woodburytype has no grain whatsoever, because it does not use cracks or dots to reproduce tone. Instead, a relief mold is made of the image in lead, so that the areas of dark tone are deep and light tone shallow. Ink suspended in gelatin is cast in the mold, and the resulting print produces contrast by the thickness or thinness of the ink." (Linda Hall Library, Face of the Moon)Shipping and Returns
FREE SHIPPING on domestic orders over $49 with UPS ground or USPS to PO Boxes.
- Paper prints ship within 2-3 business days plus transit time.
- Framed Prints ship within 2-3 weeks plus transit time.
Full refund on returns within 30 days of purchase on unframed paper prints. We do NOT ACCEPT returns or exchanges on framed prints or canvas wraps because they are made to order.
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Gallery Quality
Made in the USA
We consider our maps to be works of art, so we print and frame them accordingly.
Using award-winning printers with gallery quality fine art paper and inks, our maps will exceed expectations and last a lifetime.
- Archival Paper and Inks
- 100% Cotton, OBA-Free, and Acid-Free
- Heavyweight 21.5 mil
- Certified to last 100 years
Read customer reviews HERE attesting to the quality of our prints.
American Hardwood Frames
We use real Walnut for our frames, unlike the lesser quality veneer you will typically find elsewhere. With beautiful hardwood grain, each is handmade to order at a professional frame shop.
- 7/8 inch face and 1 1/2 inch depth
- Acrylite glazing (more clear than glass)
- Acid-free backing paper
- Hanging wire installed
Archival Inks
Each map is produced on our 12-color gicleé printers using premium inks to ensure an intricately detailed, fade-free piece with amazing colors.
Fine Art Paper
Museum-quality, 100% cotton, acid-free archival paper that’s rated to last 100+ years.
Authentic Hardwood Frames
No pressed wood, no veneer. Every custom frame is handmade from real Walnut.
Made in the usa
We individually print each order in our San Diego workshop. Even our paper is sourced from domestic manufacturers.
Archival Inks
Each map is produced on our 12-color gicleé printers using premium inks to ensure an intricately detailed, fade-free piece with amazing colors.
Fine Art Paper
Museum-quality, 100% cotton, acid-free archival paper that’s rated to last 100+ years.
Authentic Hardwood Frames
No pressed wood, no veneer. Every custom frame is handmade from real Walnut.
Made in the usa
We individually print each order in our San Diego workshop. Even our paper is sourced from domestic manufacturers.
