Poster Print : False-colour Giotto image of Halleys Comet
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False-colour Giotto image of Halleys Comet
False colour image of Halleys comet taken by the European Space Agencys space-probe Giotto during its encounter with the comet on March 13th, 1986. This image was taken by the Halley Multicolour Camera a few minutes before Giottos closest approach to the comet
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Media ID 6445293
© CREDIT; MAX-PLANCK-INSTITUT FUR AERONOMIE/DAVID PARKER/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Comet Halley Cometary Cosmology 1985 86 False Coloured
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience the wonders of the cosmos with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the stunning false-color image of Halley's Comet. Captured by the European Space Agency's Giotto spaceprobe during its historic encounter on March 13, 1986, this captivating poster brings the intrigue and beauty of space right into your home or office. With vibrant colors enhancing the intricate details of the comet's icy nucleus and trailing coma, this print is a mesmerizing reminder of the awe-inspiring discoveries of space exploration. Add this poster to your collection and let the mysteries of the universe captivate you every day.
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.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 20.3cm x 30.3cm (8" x 11.9")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a false-colour image of Halley's Comet, captured by the European Space Agency's space-probe Giotto during its remarkable encounter on March 13th, 1986. The mesmerizing display of vibrant hues brings out the intricate details and ethereal beauty of this celestial phenomenon. Taken just moments before Giotto reached its closest proximity to the comet, this snapshot was made possible by the cutting-edge technology of the Halley Multicolour Camera. Its advanced imaging capabilities allowed scientists to unveil a stunning array of colors that are not visible to the naked eye. The image itself is a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge in astronomy and cosmology. It serves as a reminder of our insatiable curiosity about the vast expanse beyond our planet and our eagerness to explore it. Halley's Comet has captivated civilizations for centuries with its periodic appearances throughout history. This particular photograph offers an extraordinary glimpse into its enigmatic nature, revealing intricate patterns within its tail and nucleus that were previously unseen. As we gaze upon this breathtaking print from Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both our insignificance in comparison to cosmic wonders and our boundless capacity for discovery. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and scientific progress while igniting wonderment in all who behold it.
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