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Fine Art Print : Comet Lovejoy in the winter sky
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Comet Lovejoy in the winter sky
January 18, 2015 - Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) at upper right near the Pleiades, with its long blue ion tail stretching back to the left past the Pleiades. This wide-angle shot takes in a wide sweep from Orion at bottom left up to Auriga and Perseus at top. At centre is Taurus and the Taurus Dark Clouds of interstellar dust. Some high haze drifiting through added natural star glows but also some sky gradient tints
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Media ID 13063551
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Asterism Astrophotography Astrophysics Auriga Beauty Bright C 2014 Q2 Celestial Cluster Comet Comet Lovejoy Comet Tail Constellation Cosmic Cosmic Dust Cosmology Cosmos Deep Space Glow Idyllic Infinity Interstellar Clouds Light Luminous Majestic Messier 45 Nebula Nebulosity Nucleus Open Clusters Orion Orions Belt Outer Space Perseus Pleiades Radiant Reflection Nebula Seven Sisters Shining Shooting Stars Star Clouds Star Clusters Star Formation Star Trails Starfield Starforming Starlight Stellar Taurus Ion Tail
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Breathtakingly beautiful, this Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse captures the magical sight of Comet Lovejoy (C/2014 Q2) in the winter sky. Taken by acclaimed astrophotographer Alan Dyer, the image showcases the comet's brilliant blue ion tail stretching back towards the Pleiades star cluster. Add this stunning piece to your home or office décor and let the wonder of the universe inspire you every day.
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 35.5cm x 53.3cm (14" x 21")
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 68.6cm (20" x 27")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This breathtaking print captures the ethereal beauty of Comet Lovejoy as it graces the winter sky on January 18,2015. Positioned at the upper right near the Pleiades, this celestial spectacle showcases its long blue ion tail stretching gracefully to the left, extending past the Pleiades themselves. The wide-angle shot encompasses a vast expanse of stars and constellations, from Orion at bottom left to Auriga and Perseus at top. At the center of this mesmerizing composition lies Taurus and its enigmatic Taurus Dark Clouds composed of interstellar dust. While some high haze drifts through, enhancing natural star glows and adding subtle sky gradient tints, it only serves to accentuate the magnificence of this cosmic display. The image is a testament to both astronomy and astrophotography's power in capturing moments that transcend our earthly existence. It reveals not only stunning star clusters but also reflection nebulae amidst open clusters that signify ongoing star formation processes within our universe. Alan Dyer's masterful lensmanship immortalizes this celestial event with incredible detail - from shooting stars streaking across space to radiant star trails illuminating the night sky. This awe-inspiring photograph invites us into a world where infinite beauty resides beyond our reach – an idyllic reminder of just how majestic our universe truly is.
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