Antique Framed Print : Illustration of Saturn from the icy surface of Enceladus

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Illustration of Saturn from the icy surface of Enceladus

Artists concept of how Saturn may appear from the icy surface of Enceladus, one of Saturns eight major satellites. At a distance of 148 thousand miles, Saturn would subtend an angle of 29ao in Enceladus sky, about the same width as 58 Earth moons lined up side-by-side.
While the surface of Enceladus is as reflective as new fallen snow, it would probably appear leaden about an hour before sunrise with a crescent Saturn as the only source of illumination. Like all of Saturns major satellites, Enceladus always keeps the same side facing its host planet. From the perspective of a stationary observer on Enceladus, Saturn would always appear in the same position in the sky, cycling through its phases in about one-and-half Earth days.
This image also illustrates a phenomenon only recently discovered by NASAs Cassini probe: sunlight reflecting off of Saturns rings casts a faint glow onto the cloud tops of Saturns night side. The illumination is about the same as three of Earths full moon combined

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Media ID 13065913

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14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame

Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the 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 24.4cm x 18.3cm (9.6" x 7.2")

Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")

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 an exquisite illustration of Saturn as seen from the icy surface of Enceladus, one of its major satellites. The artist's concept beautifully captures the awe-inspiring view that would greet any observer on this distant moon. From a distance of 148 thousand miles, Saturn looms in the sky with a remarkable subtended angle of 29ao, equivalent to the width of 58 Earth moons aligned side by side. The icy terrain beneath is as reflective as freshly fallen snow, but just before sunrise, it takes on a leaden hue with only a crescent Saturn providing illumination. Enceladus always presents the same face to its host planet, ensuring that from this stationary vantage point, Saturn remains fixed in position while cycling through its phases every one-and-a-half Earth days. What makes this image even more extraordinary is the recent discovery made by NASA's Cassini probe: sunlight reflecting off Saturn's rings casts a faint glow onto the cloud tops of its night side. This ethereal illumination rivals three full moons combined and adds an enchanting touch to an already mesmerizing scene. Walter Myers' masterful artwork not only transports us to another world but also reminds us how much there still is left for us to explore and uncover within our own cosmic neighborhood.

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