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Framed Print : Big Joe, Viking 1 Mission to Mars, 1976. Creator: NASA
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Big Joe, Viking 1 Mission to Mars, 1976. Creator: NASA
Big Joe, Viking 1 Mission to Mars, 1976. Big Joe, a dark rock on the planet surface, about 2 metres (6.6 feet) long, seen here about 8 meters (26 feet) from the Viking 1 Lander spacecraft. The rock may be part of the rim of an ancient degraded crater. Viking 1, part of NASAs Viking programme, was the first spacecraft to land successfully on Mars and perform its mission. It sent images of the Martian surface back to Earth
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12"x10" Modern Frame
Bring the awe-inspiring history of space exploration into your home with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This captivating image captures the iconic moment during the Viking 1 Mission to Mars in 1976, when the world met 'Big Joe' - a dark Martian rock, approximately 2 metres long. Witness the incredible discovery made by NASA, now framed and ready to inspire wonder in your living space. A perfect addition for any room, this framed print showcases the triumphs of human curiosity and the vastness of the cosmos. #NASA #Viking1Mission #SpaceExploration #FramedPrints
10x8 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexi glass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 25.4cm (10" x 10")
Estimated Product Size is 30.5cm x 25.4cm (12" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases "Big Joe" a significant discovery made during the Viking 1 Mission to Mars in 1976. Created by NASA, this image captures Big Joe, a dark rock measuring approximately 2 meters (6.6 feet) in length, situated about 8 meters (26 feet) away from the Viking 1 Lander spacecraft. The rock's appearance suggests it could be part of an ancient degraded crater rim on the Martian surface. Viking 1 holds immense historical importance as it was the first spacecraft to successfully land on Mars and fulfill its mission objectives. This groundbreaking achievement marked a major milestone in space exploration and opened up new avenues for scientific discoveries beyond Earth. Through its advanced imaging capabilities, Viking 1 transmitted remarkable images of Mars back to Earth, providing scientists with valuable insights into the planet's geology and composition. These findings have significantly contributed to our understanding of not only Mars but also our solar system at large. The photograph itself is a testament to human ingenuity and curiosity about the universe we inhabit. It represents humanity's relentless pursuit of knowledge and our unwavering desire to explore uncharted territories. As we gaze upon this stunning image, we are reminded of the vastness of space and how much there still is left for us to uncover. It serves as a reminder that there is so much more waiting beyond our home planet—mysteries yet untold that continue to captivate our imaginations and drive us towards further exploration.
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