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Artists impression of the lunar landscape at sunset, 1884
Artists impression of the lunar landscape at sunset, 1884. The Earth is at top right. Stars are visible in the lunar sky although it is not dark because the Moon has no atmosphere to scatter light. From Sun, Moon and Stars by Agnes Giberne. (London, 1884)
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Media ID 14865265
© Oxford Science Archive / Heritage-Images
Agnes Chromolithograph Earth Evening Lunar Lunar Surface Moon Oxford Science Archive Space Star Sunset Giberne
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 12.7cm (7" x 5")
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 16.2cm (8" x 6.4")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This chromolithograph from 1884 offers us a mesmerizing glimpse into the lunar landscape at sunset. The artist's impression transports us to the moon, where we witness Earth shining brightly in the top right corner of the image. Stars twinkle above, their brilliance undimmed by the absence of an atmosphere on our celestial neighbor. The scene is bathed in a warm glow as sunlight gently fades away. The lunar surface stretches before us, its rocky terrain meticulously depicted with intricate detail. We can almost feel ourselves standing on this alien ground, marveling at its otherworldly beauty. Created by Agnes Giberne for her book "Sun, Moon and Stars" this print not only showcases artistic talent but also serves as a scientific exploration of our solar system. It reminds us that even in the 19th century, when space travel was still a distant dream, humans were fascinated by what lay beyond our planet. As we gaze upon this artwork today, it sparks curiosity about how far we have come since then and how much more we have yet to discover about our universe. It invites contemplation on humanity's eternal quest for knowledge and understanding. This historical gem preserved by Heritage Images allows us to appreciate both artistry and scientific inquiry while immersing ourselves in the enchantment of a lunar sunset captured over a century ago.
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