Fine Art Print : Optical image of Mars in the constellation Virgo
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Optical image of Mars in the constellation Virgo
Mars. Optical image of the planet Mars (bright orange, centre left) in the constellation Virgo. North is at top. The bright blue/white star to the right of Mars is Spica (Alpha Virginis). Mars is the fourth planet out from the Sun, and takes 687 days to complete one orbit. It appears a reddish colour from Earth as its surface is mainly covered by a red rocky desert. The red colour comes from rust-like compounds formed from the iron-rich soil. Spica is the 16th brightest star in the sky (excluding the Sun). It is a very luminous star which lies around 220 light years away
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Media ID 6426587
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Cosmology Mars Planetary Virgo Spica
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the wonders of the universe with our exquisite selection of Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image of Mars, captured by the Science Photo Library, invites you on a cosmic journey to the red planet. Mars, depicted as a bright orange orb, is nestled in the constellation Virgo, with the brilliant blue-white star Spica (Alpha Virginis) gracing the scene to its right. Bring the enchantment of space into your home and ignite your imagination with this stunning, optical representation of our neighboring planet. Experience the beauty of the cosmos through the lens of Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases an optical image of Mars, the fourth planet from the Sun, located in the constellation Virgo. Positioned towards the center-left of the frame, Mars shines brightly with its distinct orange hue. The celestial beauty of this composition is further enhanced by Spica (Alpha Virginis), a brilliant blue/white star situated to the right of Mars. With its north oriented at the top, this image offers a glimpse into our neighboring planet's fascinating characteristics. Known for its reddish appearance when observed from Earth, Mars owes this vibrant color to its surface predominantly covered by a rocky desert rich in iron compounds that resemble rust-like formations. While we marvel at Mars' allure and proximity within our solar system, it is worth noting that Spica steals some spotlight as well. As one of the brightest stars in our night sky (excluding our own Sun), Spica's luminosity radiates from approximately 220 light years away. Through this remarkable photograph captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of humanity's enduring fascination with distant worlds and their intricate cosmic dance within constellations like Virgo. This visual masterpiece serves as a testament to both scientific exploration and artistic appreciation for these celestial wonders beyond our reach.
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