Greetings Card : Optical image of the constellation Ophiuchus
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Optical image of the constellation Ophiuchus
Constellation Ophiuchus. Optical image of the constellation Ophiuchus, the snake-bearer. North is at top. The body of the snake-bearer is formed of a loose oval of stars. The head is the bright star at upper left, with his lower body formed of the row of three stars stretching from lower left to upper right. At lower right, the bright red star Antares (Alpha Scorpii) is seen, in the neighbouring constellation Scorpius. At bottom left, part of the dense star clouds of the central Milky Way can be seen in the constellation Sagittarius. Ophiuchus represents Asclepius, the ancient Greek god of medicine, who held a snake as a symbol of healing
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Greetings Card (7"x5")
Discover the wonders of the night sky with our Media Storehouse range of greeting cards. This captivating design features an optical image of the constellation Ophiuchus, also known as the snake-bearer. Witness the intricate pattern of stars that form the body of this celestial being, as depicted in this stunning image from Science Photo Library. Perfect for astronomy enthusiasts or anyone in need of a thoughtful and unique greeting, our Ophiuchus constellation card is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the mesmerizing constellation Ophiuchus, also known as the snake-bearer. With its north at the top, this optical image reveals a stunning arrangement of stars forming the body of the snake-bearer in a loose oval shape. The head is represented by a brilliant star positioned at the upper left corner, while his lower body extends from lower left to upper right with three stars aligned in perfect harmony. Intriguingly, this celestial portrait offers more than just Ophiuchus. At the lower right corner, we catch a glimpse of Antares (Alpha Scorpii), an enchanting bright red star belonging to Scorpius, its neighboring constellation. Moreover, our eyes are drawn to part of Sagittarius' dense star clouds visible at bottom left within the central Milky Way. Ophiuchus holds great significance as it symbolizes Asclepius, an ancient Greek god revered for his association with medicine and healing. Holding a snake as his emblematic representation further emphasizes his divine connection to these domains. Captured by Science Photo Library's expertise in scientific imagery and without any commercial intent behind it, this remarkable photograph invites us into the vast realm of astronomy and cosmology. It reminds us of humanity's enduring fascination with stellar wonders that continue to inspire awe and wonderment among stargazers worldwide.
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