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Soviet poster commemorating Yuri Gagarin
Soviet poster commemorating the first manned spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin on 12th April 1961. Gagarins flight lasted 108 minutes, and he made one complete revolution round the Earth in the Vostok 1 spacecraft, landing safely only six miles from the calculated point. Gagarin was killed while testing an aircraft on 27th March 1968
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Media ID 6321673
© Detlev van Ravenswaay
12th 1960s 1961 Astronaut Commemoration Commemorative Cosmonaut Flight Gagarin Landing Manned Spaceflight Orbit Parachute Program Programme Rocket Russian Soviet Union Vostok 1 Weightlessness Yuri 12 March
20x30 inch Poster Print
Introducing the Media Storehouse Soviet Poster Print commemorating Yuri Gagarin's historic first manned spaceflight. This vintage poster, captured by Detlev van Ravenswaay from Science Photo Library, celebrates the groundbreaking achievement of cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin on April 12, 1961. With an impressive flight duration of 108 minutes, Gagarin became the first human to journey into outer space. This captivating poster is a must-have for space enthusiasts, history buffs, and art collectors, adding a touch of nostalgia and inspiration to any room. Embrace the spirit of exploration and innovation with this iconic piece of Soviet graphic design.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. 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.
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 Image Size (if not cropped) is 48.1cm x 76.8cm (18.9" x 30.2")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 76.8cm (20.2" x 30.2")
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.
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This print showcases a remarkable Soviet poster commemorating the historic achievement of Yuri Gagarin, the first human to journey into space. On the momentous day of 12th April 1961, Gagarin embarked on an extraordinary flight that lasted a mere 108 minutes but forever transformed our understanding of space exploration. The Vostok 1 spacecraft carried him on a daring mission, completing one full revolution around Earth before safely landing just six miles away from the calculated point. The intricate illustration depicted in this artwork captures the essence of Gagarin's courageous feat. It portrays him as an intrepid astronaut floating weightlessly amidst the vastness of outer space, symbolizing both his personal triumph and humanity's boundless potential for discovery beyond our planet. Tragically, seven years after his groundbreaking spaceflight, Gagarin lost his life while testing an aircraft on 27th March 1968. However, his legacy lives on as an icon in the annals of space exploration and scientific progress. This commemorative piece serves as a poignant reminder not only of Gagarin's incredible achievements but also of the collective efforts made by countless individuals within the Russian cosmonaut program during this pivotal era in history. It stands as a testament to their unwavering dedication and determination to push boundaries and venture into uncharted territories for humankind's greater understanding of our universe.
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