Poster Print : Spiral galaxy NGC 1232, optical image C017 / 3734
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Spiral galaxy NGC 1232, optical image C017 / 3734
Spiral galaxy NGC 1232, combined optical image. NGC 1232 is located 20-degrees south of the celestial equator, in the constellation Eridanus (The River), about 100 million light-years away. The central areas contain older stars of reddish colour, while the spiral arms are populated by young blue stars and many star-forming regions. A distorted companion galaxy can be seen on the left side. Image compiled from data from the Subaru Telescope and ESO/Danish telescope at La Silla, Chile
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Astrophysical Astrophysics Cloud Clouds Combined Optical Image Spiral Star Starry Stars Stellar Subaru Telescope Telescope Eridanus
A3 (42 x 29.7cm) Poster Print
Be captivated by the beauty of the universe with our Media Storehouse Poster Print of the stunning spiral galaxy NGC 1232. This optical image, captured by renowned astrophotographer Robert Gendler from Science Photo Library, invites you on a cosmic journey 100 million light-years away. Located in the constellation Eridanus (The River), NGC 1232 is a mesmerizing display of swirling stars, gas, and dust. Bring this breathtaking celestial body into your home or office and inspire wonder with every glance. Order your Media Storehouse Poster Print of NGC 1232 today.
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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 breathtaking print captures the mesmerizing beauty of spiral galaxy NGC 1232, a celestial wonder located in the constellation Eridanus. Situated about 100 million light-years away from us, this distant galaxy showcases a stunning combination of colors and cosmic phenomena. In the central regions of NGC 1232, we are greeted by a multitude of older stars radiating a reddish hue, signifying their advanced age. However, it is within the vibrant spiral arms that we witness the birthplace of new stars. These young blue stars illuminate the scene alongside numerous star-forming regions scattered throughout. Adding to its allure, an intriguing companion galaxy can be observed on the left side of NGC 1232. Its distorted appearance hints at gravitational interactions between these galactic neighbors, further enhancing our fascination with this extraterrestrial spectacle. The image itself is an extraordinary compilation derived from data captured by two powerful telescopes: The Subaru Telescope and ESO/Danish telescope at La Silla in Chile. Through their combined efforts, they have provided us with an awe-inspiring view into this distant corner of our universe. Thanks to photographer Robert Gendler's skillful work and Science Photo Library's dedication to sharing scientific wonders with the world, we can now appreciate and marvel at this snapshot showcasing NGC 1232's stellar splendor.
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