Photographic Print : Comet Arend-Roland, 1957
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Comet Arend-Roland, 1957
Comet Arend-Roland, May 2, 1957. This comet, discovered on November 8 1956 reached perihelion (closest point to the Sun) at 0.32 AU (astronomical units, 1 AU = Earth to Sun distance) on April 8, 1957. Its closest point to the Sun was 0.57 AU, 2 weeks later, when it reached a maximum brightness of magnitude -1
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Media ID 6444743
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1900s Comet Cometary Night Sky Solar System Star Stars Tail Mono Chrome
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Bring the wonders of the universe into your home with Media Storehouse's Photographic Prints. This stunning image captures the spectacular sight of Comet Arend-Roland as it approached perihelion in May 1957. Discovered just before its closest point to the Sun, this comet put on a brilliant display for astronomers and stargazers alike. Our high-quality prints, sourced from the Science Photo Library, allow you to relive this historic moment and add a touch of celestial beauty to any room in your home or office.
Photo prints are produced on Kodak professional photo paper resulting in timeless and breath-taking prints which are also ideal for framing. The colors produced are rich and vivid, with accurate blacks and pristine whites, resulting in prints that are truly timeless and magnificent. Whether you're looking to display your prints in your home, office, or gallery, our range of photographic prints are sure to impress. Dimensions refers to the size of the paper in inches.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 19.3cm (11" x 7.6")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" 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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the awe-inspiring Comet Arend-Roland, a celestial phenomenon that graced our night sky in 1957. Discovered on November 8,1956, this remarkable comet reached its closest point to the Sun, known as perihelion, at a distance of 0.32 astronomical units (AU) on April 8th of the following year. As it journeyed through our solar system, Comet Arend-Roland gradually brightened until it reached its peak magnitude of -1 two weeks later when it was just 0.57 AU away from the Sun. This breathtaking moment is beautifully captured in this photograph. The image depicts a solitary tree silhouetted against the vast expanse of the night sky adorned with countless stars. The comet's distinctive tail stretches across the frame, gracefully curving as if dancing among distant galaxies. Comet Arend-Roland serves as a reminder of both the grandeur and fragility of our universe. Its appearance in history marks an extraordinary event witnessed by astronomers and stargazers alike during the mid-20th century. This stunning print from Science Photo Library allows us to marvel at this cometary wonder while contemplating our place within the vastness of space and time.
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