Johannes Flamdteedius Derbiensis Astronomical Professor Regius Anno Aetatis 74 Obyt December 31 1719.

Repro ID: PU4403

Description: This engraving shows John Flamsteed, who was appointed 'our astronomical observer' by Charles II in March 1675. His task was to make a new map of the fixed stars and calculate the position of the Moon and the planets for use by navigators.

Creator: Thomas Gibson (artist) and George Vertue (engraver)

Date: 31st Dec 1719

Credit line: National Maritime Museum, London