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Framed Print of Draper observing the Great Comet of 1881 C017 / 6824
Draper observing the Great Comet of 1881. 19th-century artwork of US physician and amateur astronomer Henry Draper (1837-1882) observing and taking photographic records of the Great Comet of 1881. He is making these observations from his observatory in Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, USA. The comet, visible to the naked eye by June, had been discovered by telescope in May by Australian astronomer John Tebbutt. It is also known as Tebbutts Comet and C/1881 K1. Draper carried out pioneering observations of the comet using new spectroscopic and photographic methods. This wood engraving dates from circa 1888. Science Photo Library features Science and Medical images including photos and illustrations. © BILDAGENTUR-ONLINE/TH FOTO/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
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Framed Prints featuring 'Draper observing the Great Comet of 1881 C017 / 6824' by Science Photo Library. This artwork shows Henry Draper's observation of the Great Comet of 1881 in a beautifully framed print perfect for astronomy enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm 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: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 19.3cm x 23cm (7.6" x 9.1")
Estimated Product Size is 31cm x 36cm (12.2" x 14.2")
