Name/Title
Chiron EruptingDescription
Chiron was discovered in 1977 as the then most-distant known “asteroid.” In 1988, Dave Tholen, Dale Cruikshank, and Bill observed the first known brightness outburst of Chiron at Mauna Kea Observatory, revealing its cometary nature. This painting shows such activity as it passes Saturn.Artwork Details
Medium
Acrylic on ragboardMade/Created
Artist
William K. Hartmann