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Pale Blue Dot, Voyager 1
This unique narrow-angle color image is of the Earth, dubbed Pale Blue Dot, is a part of the first ever portrait of the solar system taken by Voyager 1. The spacecraft acquired a total of 60 frames for a mosaic of the solar system from a distance of more than 4 billion miles from Earth and about 32 degrees above the ecliptic. From Voyagers great distance Earth is a mere point of light, less than the size of a picture element even in the narrow-angle camera. Earth was a crescent only 0.12 pixel in size. Coincidentally, Earth lies right in the center of one of the scattered light rays resulting from taking the image so close to the sun. This blown-up image of the Earth was taken through three color filters -- violet, blue and green -- and recombined to produce the color image. The background features in the image are artifacts resulting from the magnification
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of Pale Blue Dot Photographic Prints, a captivating addition to your home or office decor. This iconic image, captured by NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft in 1990, showcases a unique and awe-inspiring perspective of our planet Earth, famously named "Pale Blue Dot." In this stunning narrow-angle color photograph from Science Photo Library, our precious blue planet appears as just a tiny speck against the vast expanse of space. The Pale Blue Dot image represents the first ever portrait of our solar system, a poignant reminder of our place in the universe. Bring this profound visual representation of our planetary home into your living space, and let the conversation-starting piece ignite curiosity and inspire wonder. Our high-quality photographic prints are carefully crafted to deliver vibrant colors and exceptional detail, ensuring a stunning display for years to come. Experience the humbling beauty of our Pale Blue Dot and join the ongoing exploration of the cosmos with the Media Storehouse collection.
Ideal for framing, Australian made Photo Prints are produced on high-quality 270 gsm lustre photo paper which has a subtle shimmer adding a touch of elegance, designed to enhance their visual appeal.
Our Photo Prints are in a large range of sizes and are printed on Archival Quality Paper for excellent colour reproduction and longevity. They are ideal for framing (our Framed Prints use these) at a reasonable cost. Alternatives include cheaper Poster Prints and higher quality Fine Art Paper, the choice of which is largely dependant on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19cm x 25.4cm (7.5" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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 striking image, known as Pale Blue Dot, is a narrow-angle color portrait of Earth taken by the Voyager 1 spacecraft on February 14,1990. From a distance of over 4 billion miles (6.4 billion kilometers) and about 32 degrees above the ecliptic plane, Earth appears as a mere point of light, barely larger than a single pixel in the image. The tiny speck is a crescent shape, just 0.12 pixels in size. Coincidentally, Earth lies at the center of one of the scattered light rays in the image, created by taking the photograph so close to the sun. The image was captured using three color filters – violet, blue, and green – and combined to produce the final color image. The background features in the image are artifacts resulting from the magnification of the image. This iconic photograph is part of the first-ever portrait of the solar system taken by Voyager 1. It serves as a powerful reminder of our planet's tiny presence in the vastness of space. The image was taken during the 14th and final planetary encounter of Voyager 1, which began its interstellar journey in 1990. This photograph is a testament to the incredible achievements of space exploration and the human curiosity that drives it. It is a powerful symbol of our place in the universe and a reminder of the need to protect and cherish our planet, the pale blue dot, that is home to all known life.
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