Fine Art Print : Fata Morgana Mirage
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Fata Morgana Mirage
An example of a Fata Morgana mirage in the Straits of Messina; this complex mirage gives the appearance of objects floating or of being part underwater, part in air
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Media ID 599113
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1860 Appearance Complex Floating Ghostly Messina Mirage Phenomena Straits Under Water Mirages Morgana
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step into a world of enchantment with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the mesmerizing Fata Morgana Mirage from Mary Evans Prints Online. This intricate and captivating mirage, depicted in exquisite detail, is said to have been spotted in the Straits of Messina. With its deceptive allure of objects appearing both underwater and in the air, this print is a stunning reminder of the wonders of nature's illusions. Add a touch of magic to your home or office with this beautiful and thought-provoking work of art.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph captures the enigmatic beauty of a Fata Morgana mirage, an intriguing natural phenomenon that has fascinated seafarers and observers for centuries. The image was taken in the late 1800s, circa 1860, in the Straits of Messina, a narrow waterway separating Italy and Sicily. The Fata Morgana mirage, named after the legendary sorceress of Arthurian legend, is a complex and deceptive optical illusion that distorts and manipulates the appearance of objects, giving them a ghostly, otherworldly quality. In this photograph, we see the illusion at its most striking: a town and a ship, seemingly part underwater and part in the air, defying the laws of nature. The historical significance of this mirage is not only rooted in its mystical allure but also in its practical implications for seafaring. Sailors have long been warned of the dangers of the Straits of Messina, where the Fata Morgana mirage can create a false sense of security, leading ships to run aground or collide with each other. Despite its deceptive appearance, the Fata Morgana mirage is a natural phenomenon, caused by the refraction of light through layers of air of different temperatures and densities. This photograph serves as a reminder of the wonders and mysteries that can be found in the natural world, and the importance of maintaining a sense of awe and wonder in our daily lives.
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