Fine Art Print : Soviet space shuttle, Buran, on launchpad
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Soviet space shuttle, Buran, on launchpad
The Soviet space shuttle, Buran, mounted on its launch vehicle, Energia, on a launch pad at Baikonur Cosmodrome, USSR. An unmanned Buran was launched on November 15th 1988 for a test flight lasting 3 hours 25 minutes, completing 2 Earth orbits before its safe landing back at Baikonur. Buran is remarkably similar in appearance to the American space shuttle, with one major difference. Whilst the American shuttle has its own engines, the rockets required to lift Buran into orbit are located on Energia
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Buran Energia Flight Launch Pad Manned Spaceflight Program Programme Russian Soviet
A2 (42x59cm) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of space exploration with our Fine Art Print of the Soviet Union's Buran Space Shuttle. Captured at Baikonur Cosmodrome, this stunning image from Science Photo Library shows the Buran shuttle mounted on its powerful Energia launch vehicle, poised for takeoff. Relive the historic moment of its unmanned test flight, which lasted for a remarkable 3 minutes on November 15, 1988. Add an awe-inspiring touch to your home or office with this limited-edition, museum-quality print, expertly printed on premium archival paper for lasting brilliance and vibrancy.
Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions. Hahnemühle certified studio for digital fine art printing. Printed on 308gsm Photo Rag Paper.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 59.4cm x 40.7cm (23.4" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")
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 captures the iconic Soviet space shuttle, Buran, poised on its launchpad at Baikonur Cosmodrome in the USSR. The powerful Buran is securely mounted on its launch vehicle, Energia, ready for an extraordinary journey into space. In a historic moment of scientific achievement, an unmanned Buran embarked on a test flight lasting 3 hours and 25 minutes on November 15th, 1988. It completed two Earth orbits before gracefully descending back to Baikonur for a safe landing. This remarkable feat showcased the incredible capabilities of Soviet engineering and their prowess in manned spaceflight. Buran bears striking similarities to its American counterpart, the space shuttle; however, one key distinction sets them apart. While the American shuttle possesses its own engines for lift-off, Buran relies on the rockets housed within Energia to propel it into orbit. The image encapsulates not only the grandeur of this pivotal moment in history but also highlights the immense technological achievements of both nations during this era of intense competition in space exploration. As we gaze upon this awe-inspiring photograph from Science Photo Library's collection, we are reminded of humanity's insatiable curiosity and determination to conquer new frontiers beyond our home planet.
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