Carte photographique de la lune, planche XX.A (Photographic Chart of the Moon, plate XX.A)

Charles le Morvan

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of the lunar surface. The image captures a detailed view of the moon's rugged terrain, with numerous craters scattered across its surface. The craters vary in size, with some being very prominent, creating a visual pattern of light and shadow. The photograph is labeled "Carte Photographique de la Lune" and appears to have been taken as part of a scientific study. The lunar landscape is characterized by its dark, shadowed regions contrasting with the illuminated parts, emphasizing the texture and depth of these formations on the natural satellite.