Antique Framed Print : Space food
Framed Photos from Science Photo Library
Space food
A selection of American and Russian space food, including peanuts, dried pears and broccoli au gratin (requiring the addition of hot water). Some of the packets are dated 1997. Also shown are some drinks dispensers. Photographed at the Air and Space Museum, Le Bourget, Paris, during the 2009 Paris Air Show
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Media ID 6330463
© MARK WILLIAMSON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Astronaut Astronauts Broccoli Cosmonaut Cosmonauts Eating Museum Nutrition Peanuts Sustenance
21"x16" (54x41cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 15x10 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 21x16 inches (54x41cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.8cm x 37.1cm (9.8" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 41.4cm x 54cm (16.3" x 21.3")
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.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a fascinating assortment of space food from both American and Russian space missions. The carefully curated selection includes an array of sustenance options such as peanuts, dried pears, and the intriguing broccoli au gratin, which requires the addition of hot water to be enjoyed in orbit. A closer look reveals that some of these packets are dated back to 1997, offering a glimpse into the history of space nutrition. Accompanying these tantalizing treats are drinks dispensers, adding another layer to the intricacies of astronaut sustenance. This snapshot was taken at the Air and Space Museum in Le Bourget, Paris during the prestigious 2009 Paris Air Show. It serves as a testament to humanity's relentless pursuit of exploring outer space and our unwavering commitment to providing nourishment for those who venture beyond Earth's atmosphere. The image not only captures the technological advancements achieved in creating edible solutions for astronauts and cosmonauts but also highlights their importance for life in space. As we marvel at this display, it is impossible not to ponder what it must be like living on board a spacecraft with limited access to fresh produce or traditional meals. Science Photo Library has once again provided us with an extraordinary visual insight into one aspect of astronautical existence – their unique diet – reminding us that even amidst vast unknowns, humans have managed to find innovative ways to sustain themselves while reaching for the stars.
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