Poster Print : Hubble image of distant irregular blue galaxies
Poster Prints from Science Photo Library
Hubble image of distant irregular blue galaxies
Faint blue galaxies. True colour Hubble Space Telescope image of irregular faint blue galaxies, the most common class of objects in the early Universe. These are seen here as dim blue spots and patches; other objects are nearer stars and galaxies in the line of sight. The blue galaxies are at a distance of three billion to eight billion light years, and so are seen as they were at an early time in the life of the Universe. Their blue colour is due to intense star-forming activity. The lower population of irregular galaxies today suggests that many were destroyed by mergers or have faded in the intervening years
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Media ID 6442273
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A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Experience the wonders of the universe with our Media Storehouse Poster Prints featuring the stunning "Faint Blue Galaxies" image captured by the Hubble Space Telescope from Science Photo Library. This captivating poster showcases the most common class of objects in the early universe - irregular faint blue galaxies. Bring the beauty of the cosmos into your home or office with this true-color representation of the distant, blue galaxies. Immerse yourself in the mystery and wonder of the universe with this impressive wall art.
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 Product Size is 30.6cm x 42.6cm (12" x 16.8")
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 the awe-inspiring beauty of distant irregular blue galaxies, captured by the Hubble Space Telescope. The image reveals a true representation of these faint blue galaxies, which were once the most common objects in the early Universe. As we gaze at this photograph, we are mesmerized by the dim blue spots and patches that dot the vast expanse of space. Amidst them, we can also spot nearer stars and galaxies that lie along our line of sight. These enigmatic blue galaxies exist at an astonishing distance of three billion to eight billion light years away from us. Consequently, what we see in this image is a glimpse into their past - how they appeared during their early stages billions of years ago. Their striking blue hue is attributed to intense star-forming activity occurring within them. However, it is worth noting that today's population of irregular galaxies seems sparser compared to when this snapshot was taken. Many have either succumbed to mergers with other galactic bodies or have gradually faded over time. As we contemplate this extraordinary photograph, it reminds us of both our insignificance in the grand scheme of things and our insatiable curiosity about the mysteries hidden within our vast universe.
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