Maurice Loewy

Loewy, Moritz

French, born Czech Republic, 1833 - 1907

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The image depicts a top-down view of the moon's surface, densely populated with craters of varying sizes. The view lacks a visible horizon as it is focused on the lunar terrain. The craters cover the entire visual field, creating a pattern of circular depressions and ridges. The image is photographic, with clear, defined edges and shadows within the craters. The color palette is monochromatic, consisting mainly of grays and whites. Light and shadow play across the craters, indicating the angle of illumination.
Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux, Photographie Lunaire Albategnius - Triesnecker - Manilius, 1903, photogravure, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2006.133.144

Photographie Lunaire Albategnius - Triesnecker - Manilius

Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux · 1903 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2006.133.144

The image depicts the lunar surface, showing various craters of different sizes. The perspective appears to be from a high vantage point, such as a spacecraft or satellite, providing a broad view of the moon's landscape. The horizon is visible in the upper portion of the image, with a slight curvature suggesting the moon's spherical nature. Shadows and variations in surface elevations are clearly visible, resembling traditional black and white photography. The color palette is monochromatic, ranging from deep black to bright white, emphasizing the texture and depth of the terrain.
Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux, Photographie Lunaire Rayonnement de Tycho - Phase Croissante, 1899, photogravure, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2006.133.90

Photographie Lunaire Rayonnement de Tycho - Phase Croissante

Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux · 1899 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2006.133.90

This is a photograph of a cratered lunar surface. The image shows a detailed view of the rugged and cratered surface of the moon. Numerous circular and oval craters of varying sizes are scattered across the terrain. The texture of the surface displays pockmarks and shadows, while the right edge of the photograph transitions into darkness. The overall grayscale tones contribute to the stark and desolate appearance typical of lunar imagery.
Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux, Photographie Lunaire Blancanus - Tycho - Schiller, 1899, photogravure, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2006.133.145

Photographie Lunaire Blancanus - Tycho - Schiller

Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux · 1899 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2006.133.145

The image shows a detailed view of a lunar surface, showcasing various craters and textures. The perspective is an aerial view directly over the moon's surface with no visible horizon. The surface displays crater formations with different sizes, some with raised rims and shadows. The color palette consists of grayscale tones, ranging from dark to light areas. The texture is realistic, resembling a photographic capture. In the distance, the surface appears smoother and less cratered.
Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux, Photographie Lunaire Capuanus - Bouillaud - Gassendi, 1896, photogravure, Gift of Mary and Dan Solomon and Patrons' Permanent Fund, 2006.133.143

Photographie Lunaire Capuanus - Bouillaud - Gassendi

Loewy et Puiseux, Maurice Loewy, Pierre Henri Puiseux · 1896 · photogravure ·  Accession ID  2006.133.143