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Fine Art Print : Optical image of Rho Ophiuchi reflection nebula
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Optical image of Rho Ophiuchi reflection nebula
Rho Ophiuchi nebula. True-colour optical image of nebulosity (IC 4604) surrounding the star Rho Ophiuchi (upper centre) in the constellation Ophiuchus. This is an excellent example of a reflection nebula. These clouds of gas and dust do not have any light of their own, but reflect the light of nearby stars. They typically appear blue as blue light is scattered more than red light. Dark dust clouds can be seen blocking the light of background stars at lower left. The reddish star at lower right is Omicron Scorpii, in Scorpius. This image was produced by digitally combining photographs taken by the UK Schmidt Telescope in blue and red light
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20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the universe with Media Storehouse's Fine Art Prints. Feast your eyes on this stunning true-color optical image of the Rho Ophiuchi nebula (IC 4604), located in the constellation Ophiuchus. Witness the mesmerizing swirls of cosmic gas and dust surrounding the star Rho Ophiuchi, as captured by the expert photographers at Science Photo Library. Bring the wonders of space into your home or office with this exquisite piece of art.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Rho Ophiuchi reflection nebula, also known as IC 4604, located in the constellation Ophiuchus. The true-colour optical image captures the ethereal nebulosity enveloping the prominent star Rho Ophiuchi at its upper center. As a prime example of a reflection nebula, this celestial wonder is formed by clouds of gas and dust that lack their own light but instead reflect the radiant glow emitted by neighboring stars. The breathtaking blue hue dominating this image results from blue light being scattered more than red light within these cosmic clouds. In contrast, dark dust clouds can be observed obstructing the luminosity emanating from background stars at lower left, adding depth and intrigue to this celestial vista. Notably, Omicron Scorpii, a reddish star situated at lower right in Scorpius constellation, adds a contrasting touch to this cosmic tableau. Expertly produced by digitally combining photographs taken with precision by the renowned UK Schmidt Telescope in both blue and red light spectrums, this remarkable visual representation allows us to marvel at nature's artistic prowess on an astronomical scale. This awe-inspiring photograph serves as a testament to humanity's unending fascination with our universe's evolution and cosmology while highlighting phenomena such as stellar formation and star birth within reflection nebulas like Rho Ophiuchi (IC 4604).
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