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Fine Art Print : A close-up view of the lunar roving vehicle during Apollo 17 EVA
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A close-up view of the lunar roving vehicle during Apollo 17 EVA
December 12, 1972 - A close-up view of the lunar roving vehicle (LRV) at the Taurus-Littrow landing site during Apollo 17 lunar surface extravehicular activity. Note the makeshift repair arrangement on the right rear fender of the LRV. During EVA, a hammer got underneath the fender and a part of it was knocked off. The crewmen repaired the fender using lunar maps and clamps from the optical alignment telescope lamp
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Achievement Apollo Archival Damaged Driving Landing Site Lunar Lunar Rover Lunar Roving Vehicles Moon Moon Buggy Nasa Part Of Rear View Space Exploration Square Image Surface Tire Vehicle Wheel 1972 Apollo 17 Dune Buggy Taurus Littrow
20"x20" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of space exploration with our Fine Art Prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image showcases a close-up view of the lunar roving vehicle (LRV) during the Apollo 17 EVA, captured by Stocktrek Images on December 12, 1972. The Taurus-Littrow landing site serves as the backdrop to this historic moment. Our Fine Art Prints are meticulously crafted to bring the wonder of space into your home or office. Each print is produced using high-quality materials and techniques, ensuring vibrant colors and stunning detail. Transport yourself to the moon and beyond with this breathtaking piece of space history.
20x20 image printed on 26x26 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 50.8cm (20" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 66cm (26" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a close-up view of the lunar roving vehicle (LRV) during Apollo 17's historic extravehicular activity on December 12,1972. The Taurus-Littrow landing site serves as the backdrop for this momentous occasion in space exploration history. As we zoom in, our attention is drawn to a makeshift repair arrangement on the right rear fender of the LRV. During one of their excursions, an unfortunate incident occurred when a hammer got wedged underneath the fender, causing part of it to be knocked off. However, true to their resourcefulness and ingenuity, the crewmen swiftly improvised repairs using lunar maps and clamps from the optical alignment telescope lamp. The image showcases not only the incredible achievement that was Apollo 17 but also highlights NASA's unwavering determination to overcome obstacles encountered during missions beyond Earth's atmosphere. This lunar dune buggy or "moon buggy" played a crucial role in facilitating transportation across the moon's surface. With no human figures present in this photograph, it emphasizes both solitude and triumph against all odds within our vast universe. The square color image beautifully portrays this archival moment with its striking composition and vivid details. Let this remarkable photograph transport you back to a time when humanity dared to venture into uncharted territories - where damaged wheels were merely bumps along an extraordinary journey towards unraveling mysteries of our celestial neighbor: The Moon.
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