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Saturn from Iapetus
Saturn from Iapetus. Artwork of the surface of Iapetus, with Saturn and the Sun seen in the sky. Iapetus is one of the moons of Saturn. The rings of Saturn are seen in an open position here. Iapetus is the only moon of Saturn from which this view would be possible, as the other moons all orbit in the same plane as the rings, rendering them visible as only a line of light. Iapetus orbits at just over 3.5 million kilometres from Saturn, taking 79 days to complete an orbit. It is unusual in that one face is dark and the other light. Its leading face is thought to be covered in dark material picked up from space. The trailing face is covered with bright water ice
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A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of our solar system with Media Storehouse's Saturn from Iapetus poster print. This stunning artwork, sourced from Science Photo Library, showcases Iapetus, one of Saturn's captivating moons. Witness Saturn and the Sun gracing the sky above Iapetus' unique surface, with the iconic rings of Saturn open in all their glory. Bring this celestial masterpiece into your home or office and ignite a sense of wonder and exploration with every glance.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 30.3cm x 20.2cm (11.9" x 8")
Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This stunning print captures the ethereal beauty of Saturn as seen from its enigmatic moon, Iapetus. The artwork showcases the rugged surface of Iapetus, bathed in a soft glow emanating from both the distant Sun and its colossal parent planet. As if suspended in space, Saturn looms majestically in the sky, adorned with its magnificent rings displayed in an open position. Iapetus stands out among Saturn's moons due to its unique vantage point. Unlike its counterparts that orbit within the same plane as the rings, Iapetus offers this rare perspective where Saturn and its iconic ring system can be observed simultaneously. Positioned at a distance exceeding 3.5 million kilometers from Saturn, it takes this enigmatic moon approximately 79 days to complete one orbit around its celestial host. What sets Iapetus apart is not only its extraordinary view but also its striking dichotomy. One side of this mysterious moon appears darkened by unknown substances collected during cosmic journeys while the other gleams brightly with pristine water ice covering every inch. This computer artwork serves as a testament to our boundless fascination with our solar system's wonders and invites us to ponder upon these celestial marvels that continue to ignite our curiosity about what lies beyond Earth's realm.
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