Discover the legends of the constellations! This design highlights the craftsmanship involved in creating illuminated books such as De sideribus tractatus, a 15th-century manuscript copy of De astronomia. Though the 1st-century BC original is long lost, it has been kept alive by the scribes and miniaturists who reproduced it.
Inspired by pages from the illuminated manuscript *De sideribus tractatus*, the Astronomica design brings ancient Roman constellation legends to life. Created in Italy around the 15th century, this remarkable manuscript is a beautifully illustrated copy of *De astronomia*, a 1st-century BC astronomical treatise traditionally attributed to C. Julius Hyginus. Preserved through generations of scribes and skilled miniaturists, the manuscript showcases exceptional artwork attributed to Giovanni Vendramin and the Douce Master. Featured in The New York Public Library’s Spencer Collection, this design celebrates the enduring connection between astronomy, mythology and the art of the illuminated book. The softcover journal features durable Smyth sewn binding, a flexible elastic closure, a convenient back cover pouch for loose papers and notes, a satin ribbon marker, and smooth cream-coloured laid paper, making it both a practical writing companion and a tribute to centuries of astronomical artistry.
Format: Midi
Size: 130 × 180 × 13 mm (5 × 7 × ½ in)
Interior: Lined
Page Count: 176 pages
Closure: No Closure
Colour: Beige
Paper Weight: 100 GSM
Cover: Softcover
Edge Printing: Yes
Binding Type: Smyth Sewn
Pouch Type: Back Cover Pouch
Interior Paper: Smooth
Ribbon Markers: 1
