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Poster Print : Halleys Comet over Hampstead Heath, London, May 1910
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Halleys Comet over Hampstead Heath, London, May 1910
Star-gazers watch Halleys Comet near the Flagstaff on Hampstead Heath, London, May 1910. Date: 1910
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Media ID 14403577
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
Amateur Amazement Appearance Astronomers Comet Comets Course Crossing Flagstaff Halley Hampstead Heath Interest Phenomena Plotted Positions Tail Halleys Star Gazing
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Step back in time and marvel at the wonders of the universe with our stunning Halleys Comet poster print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, taken in May 1910, captures the awe-inspiring sight of Halley's Comet as it graced the night sky over Hampstead Heath in London. Star-gazers gathered at the Flagstaff to witness this celestial event, and now you can bring a piece of history into your home or office. This high-quality print is sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online and is available for rights-managed use, making it a unique and intriguing addition to any space.
Premium quality poster prints are printed on luxurious semi-gloss satin 270 gsm paper. Our meticulously crafted poster prints offer an affordable option for decorating any space, making them ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, offices and beyond. To ensure your poster arrives in good condition, we roll and send them in strong mailing tubes.
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Estimated Product Size is 21.6cm x 30.3cm (8.5" x 11.9")
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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In the night sky above Hampstead Heath, London, in May 1910, a spectacular celestial event unfolded as Halley's Comet made its much-anticipated appearance. This photograph captures the moment as a large crowd of star-gazers, including amateur astronomers, gathered around the Flagstaff on the heath to witness the comet's passage. The ethereal image, bathed in the soft glow of gas lamps, reveals the comet's distinctive arc, tail, and glowing coma against the dark backdrop of the night sky. Halley's Comet, a periodic comet, had been plotted and its course predicted for months, generating immense interest and excitement among stargazers around the world. As the comet approached its perihelion, or closest point to the sun, its brightness increased, making it more visible to the naked eye. The comet's appearance was a testament to the enduring fascination humans have with the mysteries of the universe and the natural phenomena that continue to captivate our imaginations. The star-gazers in this photograph, with their telescopes and binoculars, are a testament to the enduring allure of astronomy and the human desire to explore the cosmos. The comet's crossing of the night sky served as a reminder of the vastness and wonder of the universe, leaving those who witnessed it with a sense of amazement and awe.
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