“Astrology” (24” x 36”) is a vintage print featuring Diagram No. 5 from Solar Biology, published in 1887 by Hiram Erastus Butler. The illustration presents Butler’s distinct system of “Solar Biology,” an unconventional fusion of astrology, astronomy, and nineteenth-century pseudo-scientific philosophy centered around the relationship between the Sun, planets, and zodiac.
Unlike traditional geocentric astrology, Butler’s system emphasized a heliocentric interpretation of the solar system, placing the Sun at the center of the diagram as energy radiates outward through concentric planetary orbits and zodiacal circles, or trines. The Earth is shown within its own lunar orbit and surrounded by astrological symbols representing the twelve zodiac signs, which Butler believed influenced personality, temperament, and innate tendencies based on their positions at the moment of birth.
Rich with astronomical symbolism, geometric structure, and historical mysticism, “Astrology” blends scientific illustration with esoteric design to create a visually striking and intellectually layered piece designed for those drawn to astronomy, astrology, philosophy, and vintage scientific artwork.
Giclée-printed on archival, acid-free matte paper sourced from Japan. Frame not included.
“Astrology” (24” x 36”) is a vintage print featuring Diagram No. 5 from Solar Biology, published in 1887 by Hiram Erastus Butler. The illustration presents Butler’s distinct system of “Solar Biology,” an unconventional fusion of astrology, astronomy, and nineteenth-century pseudo-scientific philosophy centered around the relationship between the Sun, planets, and zodiac.
Unlike traditional geocentric astrology, Butler’s system emphasized a heliocentric interpretation of the solar system, placing the Sun at the center of the diagram as energy radiates outward through concentric planetary orbits and zodiacal circles, or trines. The Earth is shown within its own lunar orbit and surrounded by astrological symbols representing the twelve zodiac signs, which Butler believed influenced personality, temperament, and innate tendencies based on their positions at the moment of birth.
Rich with astronomical symbolism, geometric structure, and historical mysticism, “Astrology” blends scientific illustration with esoteric design to create a visually striking and intellectually layered piece designed for those drawn to astronomy, astrology, philosophy, and vintage scientific artwork.
Giclée-printed on archival, acid-free matte paper sourced from Japan. Frame not included.
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